Staff SOC Performance Architect

We are looking for experienced SoC performance engineers who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of system performance on Arm IP. In this role, you will work alongside a collaborative team of architects and performance engineers to shape the next generation of high-performance interconnect IP., * Collaborate closely with micro-architects, RTL, and validation engineers to develop cycle-accurate timing and performance models for coherent and non-coherent interconnects.

• Drive new feature development, evaluating architectural trade-offs and their impact on system-level performance.
• Build high-quality, well-correlated performance models used for both internal analysis and customer evaluation.
• Partner with internal teams and external customers to deliver the collateral and insights needed to build the highest-performing systems on Arm technology.
• Design performance test suites, identify bottlenecks, validate expectations, and propose practical, data-driven solutions., 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.

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, with a strong foundation in computer architecture, microarchitecture, and performance analysis.
• proven experience in SoC performance modeling and/or RTL within the semiconductor industry.
• A proven track record of developing cycle-accurate performance models and evaluating microarchitectural features for future performance improvements.
• Strong C++ skills for large-scale software development.
• Experience with SystemC TLM and proficiency in Python scripting.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of interconnect microarchitecture, PCIe, and CHI protocols.
• Familiarity with realistic workloads used for system performance optimization.
• Experience with performance verification methodologies and correlating software models with RTL.

What Sets You Apart

Beyond technical expertise, we’re looking for someone who:

• Brings a can-do, proactive attitude and takes ownership of problems end-to-end.
• Is willing to focus and commit to deliver robust, high-quality solutions.
• Has a strong sense of curiosity and is eager to learn new domains, even when they’re outside your current comfort zone.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys learning from-and contributing to-a team of experts.

• A hybrid working model that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration.
• Time in the office to foster strong team connections and technical collaboration, while remaining accommodating to individual working needs.
• The opportunity to work on industry-defining IP that powers products used by billions of people worldwide.

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.