Lead Architect: Next-Gen Compute & System Architecture

Arm; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 323,000 - 437,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm is seeking an outstanding Lead Architect to drive the definition and exploration of next-generation system architectures and technologies across data center and networking domains. This pivotal role blends a top-down strategic perspective with deep technical insight, demonstrating market trends and evolving use cases to set the direction for future innovations.

As a leader with vision at Arm, you will drive the identification of key architectural inflection points, guiding research into

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering required.
• 10+ years of demonstrated experience in SoC/system architecture or technology research.
• Strong written specifications and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive the definition of next-generation system architectures by interpreting industry trends and customer use cases.
• Establish top-down technology objectives to guide research into compute, memory, and interconnect technologies.
• Lead collaborations to explore 3D stacking, chiplets, memory tech, and packaging innovations.
• Translate long-term vision into technology strategy and architectural features aligned with product goals.
• Ensure alignment across software, silicon, and system domains for scalable infrastructure solutions.
• Present architectural vision to senior colleagues through data-backed strategy communications.
• Maintain technology scouting with academia, consortia, and industry forums.

Skills

SoC architecture

Technology strategy

Technical research

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering

Job description

Arm is seeking an outstanding Lead Architect to drive the definition and exploration of next-generation system architectures and technologies across data center and networking domains. This pivotal role blends a top-down strategic perspective with deep technical insight, demonstrating market trends and evolving use cases to set the direction for future innovations.

As a leader with vision at Arm, you will drive the identification of key architectural inflection points, guiding research into