Staff Memory Controller Performance Architect
ArmJob Title
Staff Memory Controller Performance Architect
Role Summary
Lead performance modeling and system-level analysis for memory controller and interconnect IP within Arm System IP. Collaborate with performance engineers and product teams to develop, validate and productize models that guide IP micro-architecture and system optimizations.
Salary range: $198,100–$268,000 per year.
Experience Level
Senior (staff-level). Years of experience not specified in the posting.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include driving memory controller and system performance efforts, producing models and analysis, and mentoring team members.
- Develop and maintain memory controller IP and system-level performance models.
- Analyze system-level bottlenecks for key workloads and KPIs to inform IP micro-architecture and feature trade-offs.
- Define power and performance methodologies for new workloads using simulation and emulation.
- Work with business units and partners to provide models, analysis, guidance and ensure confidence in Arm IP and system behavior.
- Conduct model/RTL correlation and validation activities when required.
- Mentor and guide performance engineers on the team.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and experience; followed by concise nice-to-have items.
- Proven experience in memory/interconnect performance modeling, workload analysis and system performance engineering.
- Proficiency in C++ for large-scale software development.
- Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python or Perl.
- Experience performing system-level analysis to identify bottlenecks and propose micro-architectural improvements.
- Strong collaboration, communication skills, initiative, and experience mentoring technical staff.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with SystemC Transaction Level Modeling and interconnect micro-architecture design.
- Experience with model correlation methodologies with RTL and performance tool deployment/extrapolation for large systems.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with strong background in computer architecture, microarchitecture, and performance; equivalent academic credentials in related technical fields may be acceptable.
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.
