Senior Principal System Performance Architect
ArmJob Title
Senior Principal System Performance Architect
Role Summary
Define and evaluate SoC and system-level performance for data center and networking infrastructure. Work in a small cross-functional team to translate system and IP roadmaps into achieved, measurable performance across models, RTL, FPGA and silicon.
Experience Level
Senior — minimum 10 years of SoC/system performance experience (models, RTL simulation, emulation or FPGA).
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
- Define SoC system and subsystem use-case performance and analysis requirements.
- Drive performance analysis and testing from models through RTL.
- Partner with system architects, IP and technology teams to translate vision and roadmaps into performant systems.
- Engage with modeling, RTL, FPGA, silicon and software specialists across the organization.
- Explore and challenge limits of system and IP performance capabilities.
Requirements
Must-have qualifications and skills:
- 10+ years of SoC/system performance experience using models, RTL simulation, emulation or FPGA.
- Deep knowledge of infrastructure system architecture and performance, including multi-die coherent memory systems and high-speed IO interfaces (e.g., PCIe).
- Strong analytical focus on performance, power and area optimization.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in small teams; high initiative and strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills; able to present detailed analysis and high-level summaries to stakeholders.
Nice to have:
- Experience with the Arm architecture.
Education Requirements
University degree (or equivalent practical experience) or PhD in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Analytics, or a related technical field; equivalent experience accepted.
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.
