Senior Software Engineer Compilers

Cambridge, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Job ID 2025-15248


Date posted Oct. 14, 2025


Location Cambridge, United Kingdom


Category Software Engineering



The Software (CE-SW) group is responsible for developing and improving the software ecosystem aroundArm's next generation architectures and systems. This means working with processors and other hardware technology not yet available to the public. You will join a team of Software Engineers who share a passion for leaving their mark on the future of computing.


Job Overview:


Are you interested in working on pioneering compiler technology as part of our team of dedicated engineers working with the wider GNU/LLVM community? We have an opening for an exciting and varied role in our compilers teams.


In this role you will contribute to open-source compilers, to make the best use of Arm architectural features such as SVE and SME.


You may also help analyse and improve the performance of applications and benchmarks running on Arm hardware.


Previous experience working with GNU/LLVM or other compiler toolchains will be desirable.


Responsibilities:

Identify and implement changes to the compiler, libraries and open source applications to improve the performance of benchmark workloads. Improve the open-sourceGNU/LLVMframework to better support Arm architectural features and core designs. Participate in the open source community, including reviews upstream and opportunities to attend and present at developer meetings. Develop our automated test frameworks to defend the functionality and performance of our tools. Develop our commercial C, C++ toolchains used across the industry as well as internal compilers that aid other teams (such as the Arm Architecture team) in their development of new architectural features.

Required Skills and Experience:

C and/or C++ programming. Experience of low-level software or hardware development that requires looking at computer architecture specifications like compilers, debuggers, models, etc Application of software methodologies, tools, and processes, including code review. Educated to degree level or have similar relevant experience.

"Nice To Have" Skills and Experience:

Compiler development,particularly LLVM or GCC. Open source community citizenship, including code commits and reviews. Optimising code for performance through knowledge of computer architecture and CPU design. Low-level programming in Arm assembly. Expertise with git version control system. Knowledge of Fortran. Basic Linux administration, particularly installation and maintenance. Test development using Continuous Integration tools such as Jenkins, and maintenance of test infrastructure using DevOps frameworks such as Chef or Ansible.

In Return:


You will have the opportunity to learn about the latest Arm architecture features, working closely with highly skilled engineering teams on ground-breaking technology. You will be empowered to continually identify and roll out improvements to our ways of working.


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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 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


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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  • Job Id
    JD3966666
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
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  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Cambridge, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
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