Senior Software Engineer - Models (C++)

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Senior IT Software Engineer

Our software group is responsible for supporting and bringing out the best in the hardware we design as well as working with our hardware engineers to make things even better. Software drives our hardware that is shipped around the world and used in a plethora of industries. Our people are passionate and care about producing the best software possible to power the world.

Job Overview:

We are looking to welcome a Senior Software Engineer into our growing team, based in Cambridge.

Our team develops simulations of Arm’s next-generation technologies—known as Fast Models—that enable the developer ecosystem to write software years before actual hardware exists. These high-performance models are essential for enabling software development across embedded devices, client computing, and high-performance systems.

Arm is looking for a highly skilled and motivated engineer to contribute to the modelling of innovative technologies that will power future computing systems.

We use modern, industry-standard tools and techniques, value the art of great code reviews, are passionate about testing through automated continuous integration, and take pride in collaborating to achieve our best work.

Responsibilities:

Work on varied projects at all stages of the software development lifecycle, from design through to implementation and testing.

Develop highly efficient C++ models of the Mali product lines, including GPUs, NPUs, ISPs, and more.

Collaborate closely with other Arm teams to ensure model accuracy and integration into software workflows.

Improve model performance, scalability, and usability, helping optimize virtual prototyping solutions.

Contribute to code reviews, testing strategies, and continuous integration to maintain high-quality standards.

Required Skills and Experience :

Strong hands-on experience with Modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20).

Knowledge of software methodologies, tools, and processes, including code review best practices.

Experience with automated test frameworks to maintain functionality and performance.

A creative and structured approach to problem-solving.

A curious and inquisitive mindset, with a passion for continuous learning and self-improvement.

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :

Understanding of hardware and software architectures of a System-on-Chip (SoC).

Experience with GPU architecture and modeling.

Familiarity with virtual prototyping tools such as Fast Models, QEMU, Simics, or Gem5.

In Return:

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of Arm technology, contributing to the development of next-generation software models that enable software development long before silicon exists.

If you’re passionate about software modeling, performance optimization, and SoC architecture, we’d love to hear from you!

 

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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 . 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.

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

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