ARM

Staff Software Modeling Engineer

ARM$198K — $268K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong C++ development skills with experience in efficient software building.
  • Understanding of computer architecture concepts like memory hierarchy and system-level behavior.
  • Ability to tackle complex technical challenges with good engineering judgment.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain efficient C++ models of Arm's Interconnect IP for system simulation.
  • Resolve modeling and integration issues through technical investigations.
  • Deliver incremental model updates based on evolving partner requirements.
  • Collaborate with architects and hardware engineers during the hardware design stages.
  • Integrate software on Arm Virtual Platforms and debug system-level issues.
  • Engage in technical discussions, leveraging clear communication and collaborative problem solving.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and empowering work environment.
  • Support for flexible working arrangements with in-office requirements.
  • Encouragement of diverse ideas and psychological safety.
  • Adjustments and accommodations during recruitment and employment processes.
Full Job Description
The modeling team in Arm's Central Engineering Software (CE-SW) division enables customers across domains such as IoT, Client, and Infrastructure to develop and validate software on Arm IP-based systems.

We develop functional models of Arm Interconnect IP down to the micro-architectural level. Together with other SoC models these form Arm Virtual Platforms used to emulate complete hardware systems alongside software stacks such as Linux and Android.

These platforms enable partners to start software development earlier, accelerate validation, and perform advanced debugging and system analysis, including into low-level memory bus transactions.

Responsibilities:

The Interconnect Fast Model team transforms hardware specifications into high-performance software models that power early software development and system validation. In this role, you will:
  • Develop and maintain robust, efficient C++ models of Arm's Interconnect IP for system-level simulation.
  • Own technical investigations and resolve modeling and integration issues.
  • Deliver models incrementally to support evolving partner requirements and enable early feedback.
  • Collaborate with architects and hardware engineers to model next-generation hardware while specifications and designs are still evolving.
  • Work with CE-SW engineers to integrate software on Arm Virtual Platforms, debug system-level issues, and improve modeling workflows.
  • Contribute to and help drive technical discussions through clear communication, technical judgment, and collaborative problem solving.


Required Skills and Experience:

  • Strong C++ development skills with proven experience building robust and efficient software.
  • Good understanding of computer architecture concepts such as memory hierarchy, interconnects, and system-level behavior.
  • Ability to own complex technical problems using good engineering judgment to reason through trade-offs, structure maintainable solutions, handle ambiguity, and apply appropriate software development practices.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to explain technical issues clearly to a range of stakeholders and work effectively across teams.


"Nice To Have" Skills and Experience:

  • Experience with programmer's view modeling, instruction-level simulators (e.g. QEMU, Simics, Gem5, Virtualizer), or SoC virtual prototyping using C++, SystemC, or TLM.
  • Experience with low-level software, firmware, or device-driver development.


In Return:

When joining our team, you are joining a collaborative environment where leadership is about empowering others. We embrace new and different ideas and perspectives, because we believe the best innovation only happens in a diverse and psychologically safe environment.

We support flexible working and ask our teammates to come into the office at least two days per week for planning, design discussions, and other team activities.

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 [redacted] . To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. 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.

About ARM

ARM Holdings is a British multinational semiconductor and software design company, owned by SoftBank Group and its Vision Fund. With its headquarters in Cambridge, England, the company designs microprocessors, physical intellectual property (IP) and related technology and software, and sells development tools to deliver complete solutions for the digital world. ARM's technology is used in a wide range of applications, including automotive, consumer electronics, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The company was founded in 1990 and has grown to become one of the world's leading semiconductor IP companies.
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