Principal Software Engineer

We design scalable, energy efficient-processors and related technologies to deliver the intelligence in applications ranging from sensors to servers, including smartphones, tablets, enterprise infrastructure and the Internet of Things.

Arm is the industry's leading supplier of microprocessor technology, offering the widest range of microprocessor cores to address the performance, power and cost requirements for almost all application markets. Combining a dynamic ecosystem with over 1,000 partners delivering silicon, development tools and software, and with more than 90 billion processors shipped, our technology is at the heart of a computing and connectivity revolution that is transforming the way people live and businesses operate.

Job Overview:

The Software (CE-SW) group is responsible for developing and improving the software ecosystem around Arm's next generation of applications processors and IP. This means working with processors and other hardware technology not yet available to the public.

You will join a team of Software Engineers who share a passion for leaving their mark on the future of computing. You will be helping Arm maintain its leadership in the Client and Large Screen Compute market.

If you are similarly passionate about innovative technologies, then we want to hear from you!


Responsibilities:

This role is to Techlead the Total Compute team which specializes in integrating, validating and prooving a complete Software Stack on the latest ARM Client Device IP. This includes Android bring up, EDK2 development, Linux Distros, firmware, and Linux device driver development. Day-to-day activities will include:

  • Participating in the design and implementation of new features, integration and debugging of the Android architecture, the Linux kernel, Trusted Firmware, Secure OS and Bootloader software components.
  • Developing, debugging and testing on different platforms including software models and FPGA systems.
  • Conducting code reviews both for internal code and upstream.
  • Influencing and building consensus among internal and upstream communities.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Excellent C/C++ skills; some assembly and Java skills are desirable.
  • Familiarity with upstreaming and codeline maintenance and proficiency in developing and debugging Linux and firmware.
  • Proficiency in System Architecture (pipelines, caches, MMUs, Interrupt Controllers, timers, PMU, AMU, running benchmark applications like Geekbench and Geekbench ML).
  • Experience in both people management and technical management of teams.
  • Strong interpersonal skills; excellent written and spoken English; capable of writing documentation and mentoring of junior engineers.

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience:

  • Open-source project development cycles and contribution process.
  • Software development and optimization on ARM architecture.
  • Software Development Methodology.

In Return:

Based in Cambridge UK, this is an opportunity to join a multifaceted, collaborative, and driven team, and provides a genuine opportunity to craft the best outcomes for Arm.




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Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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