Principal System Architect

Arm; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 241,000 - 327,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in semiconductor technology is seeking a Principal System Architect in Austin, Texas. The perfect candidate will bring over 7 years of experience in SoC architecture and performance analysis to help define and optimize cutting-edge technologies across various sectors, including automotive and IoT. This role offers a competitive salary and a dynamic environment to influence the future of technology.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in SoC architecture or SW performance analysis.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture concepts.
• Experience with pre-silicon platforms a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define SoC and subsystem performance requirements.
• Collaborate with system architects and IP teams.
• Challenge limits of IP performance capabilities.

Skills

Performance analysis

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

RTL simulation

FPGA

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Job Overview

In the Arm Central Technology Systems group we define SoC and system architectures and technology roadmaps across multiple sectors, including premium mobile, infrastructure, automotive and IoT.

Job Overview

In the Arm Central Technology Systems group we define SoC and system architectures and technology roadmaps across multiple sectors, including premium mobile, infrastructure, automotive and IoT.

We are looking for a performance expert to join and further strengthen this dynamic team.

We work in small teams, so your contributions will make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Define SoC and subsystem performance and analysis requirements.
• Collaborate with other system architects, system designers, IP teams and analysis teams.
• Engage with specialists across Arm, from modelling, RTL, FPGA, Silicon and software
• Explore and challenge the limits of IP and system performance capabilities.
  
  

Required Skills and Experience

• At least 7 years SoC architecture, SoC and/or SW performance analysis experience.
• Understanding of computer architecture and microarchitecture concepts such as cache hierarchy, memory access efficiency, multi-core architecture and key performance concepts and metrics.
• Passion for analysis and improvement.
• Capable of working both in teams and independently.
• High degree of initiative and a confident problem solver.
  
  

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience

• Experience with working on pre-silicon platforms such as Models, RTL simulation, emulation or FPGA.
• Experience of the Arm architecture.
• University degree (or equivalent experience) or PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Analytics or a related field.
• Excellent communicator, able to work and communicate at both a detailed and high level.
  
  

In Return

You will get to utilise your engineering skills to build support for the technologies and influence millions of devices for years to come. You will be able to drive and bring your ideas to a wider group of our leading authorities, build your technical leadership and influencing skills and build towards becoming an established and recognised authority within the existing team.

Salary Range $241,100-$326,100 per year

We value people as individuals and our dedication is to reward people competitively and equitably for the work they do and the skills and experience they bring to Arm. Salary is only one component of Arm's offering. The total reward package will be shared with candidates during the recruitment and selection process.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Semiconductor Manufacturing, Software Development, and Computer Hardware Manufacturing

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