Senior Principal System Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Recruitment accommodations

Equal opportunities

Job summary

Arm is seeking a Lead Architect in California to drive the definition and exploration of next‑generation system architectures across data center and networking domains. You will align market trends, hyperscaler needs, and software ecosystems with Arm’s infrastructure roadmap, shaping long‑term strategy and architectural features.

The role requires 10+ years in SoC/system architecture and a deep, cross‑functional collaboration mindset to influence product direction and technology scouting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in SoC/system architecture, technology strategy, or advanced technology research.
• Strong knowledge of infrastructure system architecture requirements including server-class power management, high-speed IO (PCIe, SATA), security, and remote device management.

Responsibilities

• Define next-generation system architectures by analyzing industry trends and customer use cases.
• Set top-down technology objectives to guide research in compute, memory, and interconnects.
• Lead with internal and external partners to explore innovations like 3D stacking, chiplets, memory technologies, and packaging.
• Translate long-term vision into actionable technology strategy and architecture features aligned with product goals.
• Ensure cross-functional alignment across software, silicon, and system domains for scalable, high-performance infrastructure.

Skills

Architecture design

Technical leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering

Job description

Job Overview:

We are seeking an outstanding and visionary Lead Architect to drive the definition and exploration of next-generation system architectures and technologies that craft the future of compute infrastructure across data center and networking domains. This pivotal role blends a top-down strategic perspective with deep technical insight, demonstrating market trends, Hyperscalers needs, software ecosystems, and evolving use cases to set the direction for future innovations.

As a leader with vision in the organization, you will drive the identification of key architectural and technology inflection points, guiding research into innovative solutions—from 3D integration and advance memory systems to emerging system-level paradigms. Your work will influence Arm’s long-term infrastructure roadmap and enable forward-looking decisions that align with both market realities and groundbreaking possibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the definition of next-generation system architecturesby interpreting industry trends, Hyperscalers demands, software workloads, and evolving customer use cases.


• Establishtop-down technology objectivesthat guide research into innovative compute, memory, and interconnect technologies.


• Lead and collaborate with internal and external partners toexplore innovative technologies, such as 3D stacking, chiplets, memory technologies, packaging innovations, and heterogeneous integration.


• Partner with system architects and engineering teams totranslate long-term vision into technology strategyand architectural features aligned with product goals.


• Ensuremulti-functional alignment across software, silicon, and systemdomains to support scalable, high-performance, and efficient infrastructure solutions.


• Represent the architectural vision to senior collaborators and technical teams through compelling, data-backed strategy communications.


• Maintaintechnology scouting activities, including engagement with academia, research consortia, and industry forums to remain ahead of market disruptions.

Required Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree experience in Computer Engineering.


• Consistent track record, with minimum 10+ years of shown experience in SoC/system architecture, technology strategy, or advance technology research.


• 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


• Motivated to continuously develop skills and accept a variety of responsibilities as part of chipping into 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.

Building the Future with a 10x Mindset

Salary Range:

$323,000-$437,000 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.