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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Embedded Software Engineer - **Company:** Arm Limited - **Location:** Cambridge, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI), Computing Platforms, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Booting (BIOS), Software Debugging, Software Design Documents, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hypervisor, Linux Kernel, Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Software, Extensible Firmware Interface, Virtual Reality, Git, Free and Open-Source Software - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/senior-embedded-software-engineer/arm-job107780163 ## About the Role As a member of the Software Group you will have the opportunity to build upon your existing background, knowledge and expertise and contribute to Open Source projects, e.g. EDK II, Linux Kernel, Trusted Firmware, SCP firmware etc. providing reference implementations and optimizations to key software system components. This contribution helps drive the development of world-class System Software, for architected hardware and software platforms catering Server Segment, and becomes reference designs for futuristic ARM based servers. We seek individuals with exposure and knowledge of every level of the System software stack ranging from BareMetal firmware, bootloaders, Kernel and Distros. Passionate about innovative technologies? - We want to hear from you!, * Experience in firmware or Linux kernel development, command over concepts such as, bootloaders, device drivers. * Experience in developing complex software stack written preferably in C. * Expertise in debugging and optimizing complex software systems. * Knowledge of any SCM preferably Git * Show a strong interpersonal and communication skills that are essential for success; we are looking for excellent written and spoken English. * We expect a professional, enthusiastic and flexible approach to work with a flair for creative lateral thinking and problem solving with a commitment to extend the breadth and depth of your knowledge. "Nice To Have" Skills and Experience : * Experience with working in the open-source community. We value understanding of open-source project development cycles and contribution processes. * Familiarity with ARM-A or ARM-M architectures. * Familiarity with open source projects such as TF-A and EDK II. * Good understanding on ARM- v8-A and ARM- v8-M architectures, SMMU or IO-MMUs. * Familiarity with technologies such as RAS, hypervisors, CXL, power management and security. * Familiarity with industry standards such as ACPI and UEFI. * Familiarity with open-source test tools. * An awareness about the value of CI and automated test system. * Experience with customer interactions, diagnose and resolve reported issues. ## Description Arm's Software Engineering group is responsible for creating and improving the software eco-system around Arm's next generation of applications processors. We help our partners build creative Arm-powered products, for various segments Mobile, Server, IoT connected devices, Augmented & Virtual Reality offerings, Autonomous Driving Solutions etc. and in this process, we work on range of development platforms: software-models, FPGAs, emulator, silicon. You will join a team of passionate Software Engineers who all want to mark their stamp on the future of ARM-powered computing, wherever it may lead., * Contribution to the design and development of Reference systems and Platform software for Arm application processors and MCUs. * Supporting key partners, upstreaming and maintaining open source software components * Be part of an extended development team and you can expect to be working face to face with some of the greatest household names in our industry. * Helping to develop, optimize and deliver the software needed to support Arm's ground-breaking IP, as well as helping * Arm grow its role in new embedded and enterprise market segments. * Prepare test specification, test plans based on design documents of software and hardware modules. * Develop unit test module/scripts for validating the software/hardware functionalities. ## Related Videos - [Unleashing the Full Potential of the Arm Architecture – Write Once, Deploy Anywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/940-unleashing-the-full-potential-of-the-arm-architecture-write-once-deploy-anywhere) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [An alternative approach to digital sovereignty: Confidential Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100043-an-alternative-approach-to-digital-sovereignty-confidential-computing) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)