Systems Architect Engineer

Arm; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Austin is seeking a Systems Architect Engineer to lead standards development and collaborate on open-source projects. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science with at least 3 years of experience and proficiency in C/C++ and Python. This role supports hybrid working, fostering a performance-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with embedded systems and firmware technologies.
• Strong foundation in computer architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to standards and specifications.
• Design proof-of-concept implementations.
• Engage with industry standards forums.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Embedded systems

Device drivers

Operating systems

Hypervisors

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Computer Engineering or Computer Science Degree

Tools

UEFI

u-boot

ACPI

Device trees

Job description

Overview

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The Architecture and Technology Group (ATG) within Arm is responsible for exploring, developing, and driving the direction of Arm’s products in the next 3 to 5 years. As part of this group, you will play an essential role in understanding industry trends and developing architectures and standards for the next generation computing devices for the markets that we participate in, including mobile, server, networking, IoT, embedded, and automotive. System architecture teams work closely with experts across all technology groups at Arm, with our partners, and with industry consortiums.

The Systems Architecture Standards team in ATG defines architectures and standards at the point where software meets hardware. Our goal is to have software just work on Arm platforms. We work with a broad set of technologies at the system-level, including: CPUs, system level hardware components, management controllers, firmware, bootloaders, hypervisors, operating systems, and the interfaces between these components. System-level security is a key aspect of our work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to standards, specifications, technical white papers.
• Design and build proof-of-concept implementations and perform experimental investigations.
• Collaborate in open-source projects (e.g. Trusted Firmware-A, edk2, u-boot, OpenBMC, Linux kernel).
• Own and resolve system-level challenges across hardware, firmware, and operating systems.
• Engage with industry standards forums and consortiums to drive Arm’s leadership.

Required Skills and Experience

• Hold a Computer Engineering or Computer Science Degree (Bachelors, Masters students welcome). Candidates with alternative degrees will also be considered if they have proven experience.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in a high-level shell or scripting language such as Python
• Strong C or C++ programming skills
• A solid foundation in computer architecture concepts
• Experience with embedded systems, device drivers, operating systems, and hypervisors
• Experience with firmware technologies: UEFI, u-boot, ACPI, device trees
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both experts and non-experts
• Adaptability and willingness to learn how to use unfamiliar tools and systems

Salary

Salary Range: $126,100-$170,500 per year

Accommodations

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 requests will be treated with confidentiality.

Hybrid Working

Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application.

Equal Opportunities

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 do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.