Senior Software Engineer

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Central Engineering – Software (CE-SW) group as we grow our new Bangalore hub for the Fast Models IP Model team.

Models are a critical part of the Arm ecosystem, used extensively by internal teams and external partners worldwide to design, validate, and bring up software stacks years before silicon exists. They enable early software development and system integration across diverse markets such as mobile, automotive, IoT, infrastructure, and high‑performance computing.

As part of this team, you will help develop, maintain, and enhance C++ models of Arm CPUs and system components that are relied upon across the industry. You’ll have the potential for growth and will collaborate closely with highly skilled engineers in the UK and US Team.

• Contribute to the design, development, and validation of C++ Fast Models for next‑generation Arm CPUs and systems IP.
• Collaborate with engineers in Bangalore and globally, delivering high‑quality, performant, and scalable models.
• Carry out performance studies and functional investigations, enabling feature definition for future Arm architectures.
• Drive innovation in modeling and simulation technologies, proposing improvements to tools, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Support partners and internal customers, ensuring Fast Models meet real‑world use cases across multiple domains.

• 4–8 yearson experience in CPU/System IP/SoC modeling or low‑level software development (boot loader/kernel).
• Strong programming skills in modern C++ (C++14 or newer).
• Solid understanding of computer architectureli>
• Ability to work effectively with distributed collaborators across multiple time zones.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to learn new areas quickly and adapt to evolving challenges.

• Familiarity with Arm architecture and prior exposure to Fast Models or other simulation technologies.
• Experience in cross‑platform development (Linux and Windows).
• Knowledge of software testing frameworks (e.g., GTest/GMock, Robot Framework).
• Background in CI/CD workflows (Jenkins, Git, Artifactory).
• Proficiency in debugging complex software and system‑level issues.
• Strong documentation skills (e.g., Doxygen).

• Chance to work on technology that underpins most of Arm’s internal projects and external customer solutions.
• Exposure to global teams (UK, US, India), enabling professional growth and international collaboration.
• Clear path for career progression, with opportunities to move into technical leadership roles.
• Culture that balances high‑performance engineering with flexibility, supporting both professional excellence and personal wellbeing.

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