Staff Software Engineer – Machine Learning

NLP PEOPLE; Galway; On-site; EUR 97,800 - 132,300; Full time

Job summary

ARM in Galway, Ireland, is seeking a Senior Staff Software Engineer to design and maintain developer-facing tools and libraries. You will work with multi-functional teams on machine learning software while leveraging Python and C++.

This role offers a hybrid working model and requires strong software development experience. Responsibilities include writing clean code and optimizing development tools. The salary range for this position is between €97,800 and €132,300 annually.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and/or C++.
• Experience working with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain developer-facing tools, libraries and APIs.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to improve usability and performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.

Skills

Software development experience

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in C++

Machine learning frameworks experience

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration and communication skills

Tools

PyTorch

ExecuTorch

LiteRT

ONNX Runtime

Job description

Job Overview

Join our world‑class team at Arm in western Europe, where you will have the opportunity to contribute to powerful technological advancements. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will engage with innovative projects that compose the future of technology.

Our team is comprised of hardworking problem solvers located across multiple countries, and we have flexible working practices that enable efficient cross‑regional collaboration. We deliver machine learning software, focusing on building reliable, developer‑focused tools and enabling efficient deployment of ML workloads.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain developer‑facing tools, libraries and APIs.
• Collaborate with multi‑functional teams to improve usability, performance and adoption of our software.
• Contribute to technical direction and architecture decisions within the team.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑tested code.
• Participate in code reviews and uphold strong engineering practices.
• Identify and fix issues to optimize quality and reliability.
• Stay up‑to‑date with relevant industry trends and technologies.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in software development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and/or C++.
• Experience working with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and communicate technical concepts clearly.

Nice To Have Skills and Experience

• Familiarity with ML deployment frameworks such as ExecuTorch, LiteRT or ONNX Runtime.
• Experience optimizing ML models for deployment, particularly in resource‑constrained environments.
• Experience with open‑source software development or contributions.

Relocation and Sponsorship

No relocation package is available for this role. If a 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.

Salary Range

Cambridge, UK: £97,300 – £131,700

Galway, Ireland: €97,800 – €132,300

Accommodations

At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email us. By requesting accommodations, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange appropriate accommodations. All requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. 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

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, while 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.

Equal Opportunities

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 do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Company

ARM

Experience Level

Senior (5+ years of experience)