Graduate CPU Verification Engineer
ArmJob Title
Graduate CPU Verification Engineer
Role Summary
Join the CPU verification team in Sophia Antipolis to develop and maintain a Random Instruction Sequences (RIS) tool used to verify Arm CPU IP worldwide. The role covers the tool lifecycle from requirements through development, deployment, and support, and involves close collaboration with CPU design and verification teams.
This is an early-career graduate position focused on software tool development for CPU validation and stress-testing. Relocation within-country and regional moves in Europe are supported; visa sponsorship is available where required.
Experience Level
Entry-level / Graduate program (early-career). Suitable for recent graduates or candidates beginning their professional career.
Responsibilities
The engineer will contribute to the RIS tool and related verification activities:
- Gather and define requirements with CPU Design and Verification teams.
- Analyze CPU micro-architecture to design tests that push verification boundaries.
- Architect, implement and improve stimuli/program generation for CPU stress tests.
- Develop, test, deploy and maintain the verification tool across design centers.
- Debug verification failures and support integration with verification flows.
- Document designs and share knowledge with multi-site teams.
Requirements
Core technical skills and competencies expected for immediate contribution.
- Proficiency in programming and scripting languages such as C, C++, and Python.
- Understanding of assembly language (ASM).
- Strong teamwork and communication skills; ability to address varied technical challenges.
Nice-to-have:
- Knowledge of CPU architecture and micro-architecture concepts.
- Experience with RTL verification or design (Verilog or VHDL).
- Exposure to embedded platforms (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar).
- Experience in test architecture, debugging, or verification tooling.
Education Requirements
University or Engineering School degree expected (Bachelor's, Master's or PhD) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electronic / Electrical Engineering or a related technical field. Candidates on track to graduate are eligible. Candidates with alternative degrees may be considered if they have relevant experience; equivalent practical experience is acceptable.
To apply: Apply via Arm Early Careers
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.
