Design Engineer

Arm Limited; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK seeks experienced design engineers for RTL design in complex ASIC products. Responsibilities include writing specifications and guiding teams. Candidates should have strong experience with Arm-based designs and functional safety standards, along with leadership skills. This position promotes hybrid working to support both performance and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience of RTL design for complex ASIC products & SoCs using Verilog and/or SystemVerilog.
• Experience with Arm-based designs and/or Arm System Architectures.
• Knowledge or experience with Functional Safety concepts and standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 61508).
• Experience in Static design checks, Synthesis and timing analysis, Power management techniques.
• Power domain and Clock Domain Crossing implementation.
• Understanding of computer architecture and practical experience with Processor-based system designs.
• Technical team leadership, mentoring or coaching experience.
• Knowledge of shell programming/scripting (e.g. Tcl Perl, Python, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Design engineers must understand elements contributing to product delivery.
• Write micro-architecture specifications, develop RTL, and run design checks.
• Guide and support team members to complete project activities.

Job description

Responsibilities

Design engineers are required to have in-depth understanding across all the elements that contribute to the products’ successful delivery. This includes low-power and high-speed design techniques and the ability to produce designs that are area efficient. Your key responsibilities will include writing micro-architecture specifications, developing the RTL and running various design checks. Additionally, you will work with the verification team to review test plans and help debug design issues. As a Staff engineer, you will also guide and support other members of the team as needed to enable the successful completion of project activities and contribute to developing and improving the design methodologies used by the team.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience of RTL design for complex ASIC products & SoCs using Verilog and/or SystemVerilog
• Experience with Arm-based designs and/or Arm System Architectures
• Knowledge or experience with Functional Safety concepts and standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 61508). Should have worked on an Automotive IP or SoC from definition to completion.
• Experience or knowledge in the following areas: Static design checks, Synthesis and timing analysis, Power management techniques
• Power domain and Clock Domain Crossing implementation
• An understanding of the fundamentals of computer architecture and systems and practical experience of working on Processor based system designs
• Technical team leadership, mentoring or coaching experience.
• Knowledge of shell programming/scripting (e.g. Tcl Perl, Python etc.)

Nice To Have Skills and Experience

• High level programming experience such as C/C++ and/or assembly language programming
• Experience in embedded operating systems, device drivers, microprocessor, and embedded system hardware architectures.
• Knowledge or experience of performing DFMEA, DFA at the module and system level.

At Arm, we’re in a pivotal moment. As AI reshapes every major industry, from the largest data centers to the smallest personal devices, our mission is clear: to help solve some of the world’s greatest challenges through technology that reaches everyone.

The future of AI is being built on Arm. And our 10x Mindset is helping shape that future. The10xMindsetis how we frame our work for greater impact. It’s not about doing more or working harder. It’s about thinking differently, acting decisively and building in a way that scales;for our customers, our teams and our global ecosystem.

It’s inspired by a founder’s mentality. We ask bold questions, spot opportunities others might miss and stay focused on delivering outcomes that matter. Whether we’re reimagining architectures or rethinking collaboration across time zones, thismindsethelps us move forward with clarity and purpose.

Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail]. To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.

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.