Staff Memory Controller Performance Architect

ARM; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 198,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm is seeking an experienced Memory Controller Performance Architect to join the System IP team. You will drive memory controller IP and system model development, optimize power and performance features, and mentor engineers across partner projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration with performance engineers and cross‑functional teams, with hybrid working and strong emphasis on system-level analysis. Requires degree in EE/CE/CS, expertise in memory/interconnect modeling, and proficiency in C++

Qualifications

• Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with strong architecture/performance background.
• Proven memory/interconnect performance modeling and workload analysis experience.
• Proficiency in C++ and scripting (Python/Perl).

Responsibilities

• Memory Controller IP and system model development and analysis to optimize power and performance features.
• Develop power and performance methodologies for new workloads with simulation and emulation.
• Mentor team members and collaborate with business units to guide optimized system designs.

Skills

C++ programming

Python scripting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science degree

Tools

SystemC

RTL modeling

Performance tools

Job description

Memory Controller Performance Architect

About Arm System IPArm System IP enables designers to build Arm AMBA systems that are high performance, power efficient and reliable. Configurable for many different applications, System IP is the right choice for your AI enabled system designs whether it is a high-efficiency IoT endpoint or a high-performance server SoC.The collection of silicon proven interconnects, security IP, system controllers, debug and trace and IP tooling are all designed, validated, and optimized to be used with Arm Cortex processors and Arm Mali Multimedia IP. Built upon the open AMBA interface standard, Arm System IP provides design teams with the foundation for building better systems.

About the role

Arm is looking for an experienced IP and system performance modeling and analysis architect for SoC systems built using Arm IPs. You will collaborate with a brilliant team of performance engineers in driving development of new high-performance interconnect and memory controller IPs, optimizing AI in infrastructure, auto, and mobile systems, and productizing models for partner usage.

What will you be accountable for?

• Memory Controller IP and system model development and analysis: Optimize memory controller IP power and performance features using insights from system level analysis and bottlenecks with key workloads and KPIs.
• Develop Power and performance methodologies for enabling new workloads and usages with simulation and emulation.
• Work with various business units to provide models, analysis and guidance on designing optimized systems.
• Conduct system level analysis for finding bottlenecks and improving IP micro-architecture.
• Engage with partners in establishing high confidence in Arm IP and systems based on Arm technology.
• Mentoring team members.

What skills, experience, and qualifications do I need?

• Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with a strong computer architecture, microarchitecture, performance experience
• Proven experience in memory/interconnect performance modeling, workload analysis and methodologies, system performance, and providing effective solutions and guidance.
• Proficiency in C++ programming for large-scale software development and proficient with Perl or Python scripting language skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and open in engaging and learning new concepts and sharing with collaborators.

Desired requirements?

• Knowledge of SystemC Transaction Level Modeling and interconnect micro-architecture design, experience with Model correlation methodologies with RTL
• Experience with performance tools-their deployment, performance extrapolation methodologies for large systems, guiding and mentoring team members.

Desired behaviors?

At ARM, we are guided by our core beliefs that reflect our diverse environment and guide our decisions, defining how we work together to challenge mediocre and craft the phenomenal.

Salary Range:$198,100-$268,000 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]. 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.