Director of Software Technology Management
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As a Software Technology Director, you will work with Arm's key customers to define and prioritise requirements for software enablement and optimization and to develop strategies to deliver them within Arm and our software ecosystem. Our Central Engineering Software group has a bridging role across Arm's technologies. You will be part of our team of technology managers who are addressing the growing demand for software on Arm technology.
Job Overview
We are responsible for the roadmap and vision for our software development, configuration, optimization, plus productization and delivery activities. We develop strategies around new and existing software components to support Arm's products. We gather use-cases and requirements for how software solutions can fulfil the needs of complex systems. Our remit spans from engaging with open-source communities to creating product plans to ensure Arm's software solution products are successfully deployed to our partners across multiple market segments. Our knowledge of software communities, development practices and release methodologies enable us to match the lifecycle of our hardware products to build and deliver complete product solutions. We work closely with Project Managers, Architects and Engineering Leads and Product managers internal and external to Arm, collaborating to deliver the best software for Arm's technology and communicate its value to the world.
Responsibilities
* Evaluate the complete value chain of end customers, manufacturers, and designers of hardware, software, and systems, including productisation, support and quality assurance relating to what we deliver to those customers.
* Gather specific market segment needs and translate these into product plans.
* Work with internal engineering teams and Software vendors to prioritize features and enhancements meeting customer needs.
* Perform competitive analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of Arm-based solutions versus the competition.
* Evangelize in open-source communities and engage customers and sales teams with the software offering by participating in customer meetings, sales meetings, and training.
* Mentor, line-manage and delegate to team members assigned to technology areas as required.
* Develop plans to enhance the Mastery of the team and improve approaches and methodology.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Demonstrable experience with creation and management of software requirements (preferably in a software product delivery context), and an understanding of how they are validated and delivered to required levels of quality.
* Ability to express ideas and communicate effectively with team members, lines of business, customers, and suppliers to formulate, agree, and implement strategic plans.
* Software development experience, e.g., firmware, operating systems or application development.
* Experience in customer delivery and customer support/engagement.
* Motivation to work unsupervised, but as an integral member of a local developer team, as well as a globally distributed technology management team.
Nice to Have
* Good university degree (or equivalent), ideally in a numerate subject, though relevant experience will be considered.
* Visibility or experience of a full open-source software development lifecycle and the components of a typical software stack, including non-functional aspects of software and targets for integration maturity.
* Visibility or experience of a software product development and delivery lifecycle.
* Technical Product Management, Technology Sales or Technology Marketing experience from a previous role.
* Experience in an environment where hardware was designed and proof-of-concept software was built to verify it.
* Work in non-functional areas such as performance and other areas such as functional safety.
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.
Accommodations at Arm
Arm provides reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits. Please contact us to request accommodation. For accommodations, please email accommodations@arm.com. By sending the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange the appropriate accommodations. All accommodation requests are treated confidentially. Examples include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility.
Hybrid Working at Arm
Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to support both high performance and personal wellbeing. We encourage teams to determine their own hybrid patterns based on work and team needs. Details will be shared upon application. Some flexibility may be limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and we will collaborate with you to find the best solution.
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 do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Semiconductor Manufacturing
* Software Development
* Computer Hardware Manufacturing
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