Compiler Engineer (Machine Learning)

Job Title

Compiler Engineer (Machine Learning)

Role Summary

Design and implement compiler and runtime features for embedded machine-learning targets. Work in a small Agile software team to develop, debug and deliver components for Arm-based edge devices.

Deliver robust, high-performance software, take ownership of code areas, and collaborate with hardware and software engineers to optimise ML workloads on constrained devices.

Experience Level

Mid-level. No specific years of experience stated; practical experience in embedded systems and compilers is expected.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Design, implement, test and debug compiler and runtime features for embedded ML targets.
• Develop and maintain embedded software (bare-metal, RTOS, drivers) and tooling using C, C++ or Python.
• Optimize ML models and code paths for performance, memory and power on target hardware.
• Collaborate with hardware architects, verification and product teams to integrate features into releases.
• Participate in Agile workflows, code review, CI/CD and automated testing; take ownership of assigned code areas.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience:

• Embedded software development experience (bare-metal, RTOS, drivers, I/O, memory, power, security).
• Proven ability to design, develop, test and debug complex software in C, C++ or Python.
• Knowledge of compiler fundamentals and understanding of hardware processing pipelines.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and effective communication within diverse teams.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with machine-learning applications and frameworks.
• Familiarity with version control, code review systems, CI/CD, Agile and TDD.
• Knowledge of computer architectures, digital signal processing or control systems.

Education Requirements

Technical degree or equivalent industry experience. The posting references degrees/fields such as Machine Learning, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Physics, and allows equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: Arm

Headquarters: Cambridge, United Kingdom

ARM is a global leader in semiconductor and software design, driving innovation in computing technology. The company specializes in designing processors and systems that provide the essential building blocks for electronic devices. ARM's architecture is widely used in smartphones, servers, and IoT devices, and its collaborative culture fosters bold thinking, diversity, and high-impact benefits for its talented workforce.