Principal System Architect

Become a Senior Principal Architect at Arm within the Central Technology team in Austin, TX. Your role involves shaping and advancing software architecture for next-generation computing platforms using Arm technologies. You will work at the intersection of system architecture, low-level software, and emerging workload areas. This opportunity allows you to contribute to innovations in AI/ML, infrastructure, mobile, automotive, and edge computing., * Establish and guide software architecture for next-generation compute systems and platforms.

• Build and develop low-level and system software prototypes to explore architectural concepts and validate new ideas.
• Collaborate with hardware architecture teams to ensure software and hardware co-design.
• Analyze and optimize system performance across software stacks.
• Evaluate emerging workloads and translate them into software architecture requirements.
• Contribute to performance analysis, benchmarking, and optimization across compute platforms.
• Provide technical leadership and architectural mentorship across cross-functional teams.
• Influence long-term technology strategy and software roadmap development.

• Proven expertise in systems software structure or low-level software programming.
• Proficiency in C/C++ or similar system-level programming languages.
• Experience with operating systems, kernel development, or runtime systems.
• Understanding of computer architecture, memory systems, and hardware/software interactions.
• Experience analyzing system performance, profiling, and optimization.
• Ability to work across hardware and software boundaries in complex system environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to influence architectural decisions.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks or performance optimization for ML workloads.
• Knowledge of virtualization, container technologies, or distributed systems.
• Familiarity with performance modeling, benchmarking, or simulation tools.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure or large-scale computing platforms.
• Contributions to open-source software or ecosystem enablement.

At Arm, we offer an exceptionally collaborative environment where you can thrive and innovate. We provide opportunities to work on world-class projects that build the future of technology. Join us and be part of a team that competes at the highest level!

Salary Range:

$249,900-$338,100 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 accommodations@arm.com. 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.

Equal Opportunities at Arm