Senior System Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Arm’s Systems Architecture and Technology Group invites engineers to contribute to the future of Arm architectures. You will work across hardware and software domains, collaborating with technology leaders to innovate and deploy new technologies powering a wide range of devices and applications.

The role emphasizes passion for both hardware and software, strong programming, and the ability to communicate with experts and non-experts. Arm offers hybrid working and a competitive rewards package.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in CS or Electronic Engineering with relevant experience.
• Good understanding of computer architecture concepts (CPU, GPU, hardware acceleration).
• Strong programming and analytical skills; ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Arm's technology groups, partners, and industry consortia to innovate and deploy new technologies.
• Contribute to hardware and software development efforts and broaden depth and breadth of expertise.

Skills

Postgraduate degree in CS/EE

Computer architecture concepts

Strong programming skills

Analytical skills

Clear communication

Education

Postgraduate degree in Computer Science or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

Arm’s technology is used by billions of people every day. Arm is the industry's leading supplier of microprocessor technology providing efficient, low-power chip intelligence making electronic innovations come to life. Our engineers design and develop CPUs, graphics processors, system technologies, and software development tools. Interested in contributing to the future of Arm technology and architectures? We have a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, collaborative, highly motivated and influential team dedicated to build the foundations of the future Arm architectures. Come work on the cutting edge of Arm IP, crafting technology that powers the next generation of mobile apps, portable devices, virtual and augmented reality, server, networking, high performance computing, self-driving cars, and much more! The Systems Architecture and Technology Group at Arm explores and drives the direction of Arm’s products in the next 3-5 years. Your contributions will play a meaningful role in understanding industry trends like generative AI and developing our future computing devices that will power artificial intelligence. This touches all aspects of computing including machine learning, but also security, energy efficient performance, and software ecosystems.

Responsibilities

As a member of a versatile team, you will work closely with all technology groups at Arm, with our partners, and with industry consortia to innovate, develop and deploy new technologies to the broad Arm ecosystem. In this role, a successful candidate must be passionate about both hardware and software, and nurture a strong desire to extend both the depth and breadth of its expertise. This outstanding position will allow you to work alongside technology leaders across Arm.

Required Skills And Experience

• A postgraduate degree, ideally in Computer Science or Electronic Engineering, with relevant experience.
• A good understanding of computer architecture concepts and trends (CPU, GPU and/or other hardware acceleration).
• Strong programming and analytical skills.
• Able to demonstrate passion, drive, and diligence.
• Able to communicate clearly with both expert and non-expert audiences.

Nice To Have Skills and Experience

• Arm architecture fundamentals.
• Vector processing and parallel programming.
• Machine learning, agentic AI.
• Robotics & Simulation Frameworks.
• Architecture performance analysis and optimisation

In Return

In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive rewards package, you'll also receive the support, autonomy and opportunity to excel in your career.

Salary Range

• France: EUR 60,500 - EUR 81,900
• United Kingdom: GBP 73,500 - GBP 99,500

Salary Range (UK)

£73,500 - £99,500 per year

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.