Senior Principal System Architect

Arm Limited; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 297,000 - 403,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Principal SoC Architect to join their System Technology Architecture Group. The successful candidate will work on defining system architectures for Infrastructure markets and lead the development of specifications for complex systems. This role requires extensive experience in electrical/computer engineering, a strong knowledge of architecture, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven track record with at least 10 years of industry experience.
• Deep knowledge of Infrastructure system architecture requirements.
• Motivated to develop skills and accept various responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Define system architectures for Infrastructure markets from edge to hyperscale systems.
• Build and lead the architecture specifications for system topologies.
• Guide development across multiple design teams.

Skills

Power management techniques

High-speed I/O interfaces

System performance analysis

Microarchitecture understanding

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering

Job description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a versatile Senior Principal SoC Architect to join our System Technology Architecture Group. In this role at Arm, you will help drive the exploration and development of system-level technologies that address the needs of our Infrastructure market partners.

Responsibilities:

This exciting position, will offer you the opportunity to work on the newest technology in a collaborative environment to:

• Participate in the definition of system architectures for Infrastructure markets from edge to hyperscale systems using Arm technology.
• Build and lead the architecture specifications that define system topologies that incorporate Arm compute, security, boot strategies, IO interfacing requirements, and other system architecture related topics
• Guide and align the development work taking place across multiple design teams. This includes steering the development of functional and performance models, reviewing the microarchitectural specifications and test plans and supporting the development of Software (firmware, middleware, operating systems).
• Define performance metrics and goals and work with the performance analysis team to refine the results, including encouraged latency and bandwidth targets, Quality of Service (QoS), device IO, and next-generation memory technologies.
• Work with hardware and software engineering teams to refine power expectations under various workloads

Required Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Engineering. Proven track record, with at least 10 years of industry experience in Electrical/Computer Engineering and in identifying and translating server requirements into system solutions and SoC designs.
• Deep knowledge of Infrastructure system architecture requirements including server-class power management techniques, high-speed IO interfaces like PCIe and SATA, security, and external to SoC system monitoring and remote device management
• Knowledge of memory and IO systems, and systems-level performance modeling and analysis.
• Understanding of general-purpose CPU microarchitecture, including knowledge of areas such as processor pipelines, caches, and memory hierarchy.
• Motivated to continuously develop skills and accept a variety of responsibilities as part of contributing to Arm’s success. Shown ability to generate consistent, complete, and concise written specifications, Excellent communication (written, verbal, presentation) skills.

In Return:

Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want our people to Do Great Things. If you need support or an accommodation to Be Your Brilliant Self 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 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.

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.

Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s hybrid approach to working is centered around flexibility, where we split our time between the office and other locations to get our work done. Within that framework, we empower groups and teams to determine their own particular hybrid working pattern, 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.

Salary Range:

$297,600-$402,600 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.