Staff Software Engineer - System Software
As an experienced software engineer, you will develop the system software stack for an exciting new range of Arm hardware devices aimed at AI use cases. You will be working hands‑on with the Linux kernel and user space software, to ensure these operate correctly, securely and with high performance.
This team is part of the wider software group in Arm. Our mission is to ensure successful deployment of the Arm architecture into key software ecosystems. This role is based in Arm’s Cambridge office.
Responsibilities
* Configure, build and test Linux kernel
* Installation of software packages into Linux
* Analyse and improve performance of system software
* Bring up software within simulated, FPGA and hardware environments
* Take the lead on larger / more complex tasks and work with others to accomplish them
Required Skills And Experience
* Demonstrable experience in the full software lifecycle from requirements to release, including support and maintenance
* Experienced C developer, with proven upstream contributions to one or more open‑source projects (preferably Linux Kernel)
* Expertise in configuring, building and testing Linux‑based systems using tools such as Yocto, Buildroot, Bazel or Blaze
* Expertise in analysing and improving software performance
* Effective communicator and ability to collaborate well within and across teams
Nice To Have Skills And Experience
* Understanding of Linux power management and VirtIO
* Experience of software development using physical and simulated hardware devices
* Knowledge of the Arm AArch64 architecture
* Knowledge of PCIe
In Return
This is an opportunity to join a new team in Arm’s headquarters in Cambridge, UK! You’ll be working hands‑on with the latest Arm technologies and have a direct impact on successfully deploying it into a variety of markets.
Our 10x mindset guides how we engineer, collaborate, and grow. Understand what it means and how to reflect 10x in your work: https://careers.arm.com/en/10x-mindset
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Hybrid Working at Arm
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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 we don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Semiconductor Manufacturing
* Software Development
* Computer Hardware Manufacturing
Location
Cambridge, United Kingdom
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