Director of Performance Engineering (Userspace, Java, Android and Optimization)

Arm; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm is seeking a Director of Performance Engineering to spearhead initiatives in software optimization and architecture, specifically in Java and Android domains. The role requires a seasoned leader with extensive experience in managing sizeable engineering teams and optimizing software solutions for enhanced performance. This position offers hybrid working flexibility and opportunities to influence cutting-edge technology.

Benefits

Hybrid working environment

Visa application support

Comprehensive onboarding

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale Java Enterprise development teams.
• Strong coding ability in Java and Android.
• Expertise in software optimization and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of over 60 engineers across multiple locations.
• Define architectural strategies and performance analysis.
• Collaborate with various teams to align software with objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Software Optimization

Performance Tuning

Java Development

Android Development

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Profiling Tools

Java Enterprise

Android SDK

Job description

Director of Performance Engineering (Userspace, Java, Android and Optimization)

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Director of Performance Engineering

Director of Performance Engineering

Location Cambridge or Manchester (Hybrid, 2 days/week in-office)

Job Overview

Arm seeks an experienced Director of Performance Engineering to lead technical strategy and execution for our Userspace, Java Enterprise, Android, and Optimization teams. Reporting to senior leadership, you'll drive key initiatives focused on software performance, optimization, and architectural enhancements across Java-based enterprise applications, Android platforms and userspace environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clear technical leadership for a team of 60+ engineers with 4-5 direct technical leads, across multiple geographical locations.
• Define and drive architectural strategies, performance analysis, and optimization of Java Enterprise and Android userspace software.
• Ensure robust, scalable, and optimised software solutions that enhance user experience and system performance.
• Collaborate effectively with product management, quality assurance, and operational teams to ensure software aligns with business and technical objectives.
• Establish clear technical roadmaps and deliver measurable performance improvements.
  
  

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience leading large-scale Java Enterprise, Android and userspace software development and optimization.
• Strong recent coding background, specifically within Java-based enterprise software, Android application development, or userspace optimization.
• Significant leadership experience, effectively managing teams of 50+ software engineers.
• Deep understanding of software optimization, performance tuning, profiling tools, and practices.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with open-source software ecosystems.
• Knowledge of Arm architecture and the associated software environment.
  
  

Why Join Arm?

At Arm, you'll directly influence software powering billions of devices globally, working with advanced technologies in Java Enterprise, Android, and userspace domains. Arm supports visa applications and relocation packages when applicable.

Arm promotes a collaborative, technically focused culture with hybrid flexibility, comprehensive onboarding, and career growth opportunities.

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.

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• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

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  Full-time

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  Semiconductor Manufacturing, Software Development, and Computer Hardware Manufacturing

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