Applications Engineer

Job Overview:

We are looking for a highly engaged and self-motivated hardware engineer with CPU architecture/design background, strong interpersonal skills, and a drive for continuous learning.

As a member of our Applications Engineering team, you will enable the success of the world's leading semiconductor and technology companies that are implementing the full range of Arm IP in a wide variety of products. Develop positive relationships by working directly with customers, and by providing feedback for product enhancements back into the design cycle.

This role requires physical presence in Chandler, AZ, but with a very flexible Hybrid work policy. Relocation accommodations are available. We regularly collaborate with other multidisciplinary teams in the US and around the world, and so the ability to thrive while working remotely is a must.

Key Responsibilities:

* Build targeted test benches and debug simulation waveforms to reproduce and root-cause customer issues down to the RTL level

* Develop and lead customer training sessions and design reviews, and gain first-hand exposure to the technical challenges they face

* Improve internal and customer workflows by contributing to documentation and authoring knowledge base articles

* Advocate for customers internally to help drive prioritization and resolution of issues

Required

Skills and Experience:

* Bachelors (BS or equivalent experience) or higher in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Interest in and solid understanding of CPU architecture

* Strong RTL and simulation debugging skills using EDA tools (Cadence, Siemens, Synopsys)

* Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to multitask efficiently and with attention to detail

* Ability to travel and visit other Arm and customer sites (approximately 10%)

Additional Qualifications:

(strong pluses)

Experience with issue root cause analysis and resolution

* Knowledge of non-CPU components such as interconnects and memory subsystems

* Familiarity with programming and scripting languages (C, Assembly, Perl, Python

* We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations

* We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

In Return:

Joining Arm means stepping into a career‑defining opportunity. You'll occupy a central role in the company's most critical initiatives. These initiatives build how Arm innovates, scales, and partners globally.

Additional Information

Please note this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship, and therefore the successful candidate must have the right to work in the US without relying on sponsorship by Arm.

10x Mindset at Arm

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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  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.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don't discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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