Staff Software Engineer - System Software

Arm; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cambridge is seeking an experienced software engineer to develop the system software stack for their new hardware devices focused on AI applications. The role involves hands-on work with the Linux kernel and user space software to ensure high performance and security. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in software development, particularly in C, and be effective communicators. This position supports a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in the full software lifecycle from requirements to release.
• Proven upstream contributions to one or more open-source projects.
• Expertise in configuring, building and testing Linux‑based systems.

Responsibilities

• Configure, build and test Linux kernel.
• Perform software package installations in Linux.
• Analyze and improve the performance of system software.

Skills

C development

Linux kernel experience

Software lifecycle management

Performance analysis

Effective communication

Tools

Yocto

Buildroot

Bazel

Blaze

Job description

Job Overview

As an experienced software engineer, you will develop the system software stack for an exciting new range of Arm hardware devices aimed at AI use cases. You will be working hands‑on with the Linux kernel and user space software, to ensure these operate correctly, securely and with high performance.

This team is part of the wider software group in Arm. Our mission is to ensure successful deployment of the Arm architecture into key software ecosystems. This role is based in Arm’s Cambridge office.

Responsibilities

• Configure, build and test Linux kernel
• Installation of software packages into Linux
• Analysing and improving performance of system software
• Bring up of software within simulated, FPGA and hardware environments
• Taking the lead on larger / more complex tasks and working with others to accomplish them

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrable experience in the full software lifecycle from requirements to release, including support and maintenance
• Experienced C developer, with proven upstream contributions to one or more open-source projects (preferably Linux Kernel)
• Expertise in configuring, building and testing Linux‑based systems using systems such as Yocto, Buildroot, Bazel or Blaze
• Expertise in analysing and improving software performance
• Effective communicator and ability to collaborate well within and across teams

Nice To Have Skills and Experience

• Understanding of Linux power management and VirtIO
• Experience of software development using physical and simulated hardware devices
• Knowledge of the Arm AArch64 architecture
• Knowledge of PCIe

In Return

This is an opportunity to join a new team in Arm’s headquarters in Cambridge, UK! You’ll be working hands‑on with the latest Arm technologies and have a direct impact on successfully deploying it into a variety of markets.

Our 10x mindset guides how we engineer, collaborate, and grow. Understand what it means and how to reflect 10x in your work: https://careers.arm.com/en/10x-mindset

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 [e-mail]. 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

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.