Senior Formal Verification Engineer (CPU group)

Arm; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 74,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm is seeking experienced formal verification engineers to apply modern techniques to next-generation CPU designs in Cambridge. You will explore, develop, and deploy advanced formal verification strategies with Arm’s experts, influencing both design and verification decisions.

The role offers a hybrid working model and the chance to work on technologies powering billions of devices, with a strong emphasis on rigorous verification and system-level thinking.

Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years of experience verifying sophisticated designs using formal verification.
• Strong engineering mindset with a passion for digital design verification and processors.
• Solid understanding of verification concepts, computer architecture, and microarchitectural design.
• Ability to translate abstract formal concepts into practical verification solutions.

Responsibilities

• Explore, develop, and deploy formal verification techniques on next-generation projects.
• Collaborate with Arm’s formal experts to shape verification strategy and execution.

Skills

5+ years experience

Formal verification

Digital design

Microarchitecture

Reasoning skills

Tools

Formal verification tools

Python scripting

Perl scripting

Tcl scripting

Shell scripting

Job description

Job Description

In the fast-evolving world of CPU verification, formal methods are playing an increasingly vital role in enabling rapid, innovative development. Arm’s CPU Group is seeking experienced formal verification engineers who are excited to apply modern techniques and push the boundaries of what formal verification can achieve on groundbreaking designs.

This is a unique opportunity to join a passionate, dedicated team deploying formal verification on the next generation of CPU designs. You’ll have the chance to influence both design and verification decisions, helping to shape technology that will power billions of devices worldwide!

Responsibilities

You will explore, develop, and deploy sophisticated formal verification techniques on next-generation projects. Working closely with Arm’s leading formal experts, you’ll help shape and implement high-quality formal verification strategies, contributing to both technical direction and hands-on execution.

Required Skills

• Typically 5+ years of experience verifying sophisticated designs using formal verification techniques
• A strong engineering mindset, with a passion for digital design verification; a keen interest in processors and digital systems; and excellent attention to detail and reasoning skills
• Solid understanding of fundamental verification concepts, computer architecture, and microarchitectural design
• Ability to translate abstract formal concepts into practical, effective design verification solutions

Nice‑to‑have skills and experience

• Experience with industry-standard formal verification tools
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Tcl, or Shell
• Familiarity with the Arm architecture and AMBA protocols
• Knowledge of sophisticated model-checking techniques
• Understanding of assume-guarantee reasoning, invariants, and abstractions

In return

You’ll have the opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to technologies that influence billions of devices, leaving a lasting impact on how the world computes for years to come.

Additional Information

Please note that no relocation package is available for this role.

If skilled worker sponsorship is required, Arm will meet costs associated with sponsorship for the employer only. All fees associated with the individual’s application e.g. visa application fee and Immigration Health Surcharge, will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

10x Mindset at Arm

At Arm, we believe progress happens when people are empowered to think bigger and push beyond what seems possible. Our 10x mindset is about curiosity, ambition and creating impact that will be used by millions. We learn fast, prioritise collaboration and turn bold ideas into real technology. We look for people who are inspired by this way of working and want to grow in an environment where bold ideas are welcomed. Read more about how we bring the 10x mindset to life on the Arm blog.

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.

Salary Range

£73,500 - £99,500 per year