Software Performance Architect

Role Overview
Join Arm's Software Technology Management Group and help shape how millions of devices come to life.

We're seeking a
collaborative, curious, and forward-thinking leader
to steer the strategy for Arm's platform firmware and software. In this role, you'll bring together
deep technical insight and a strong sense of customer value
, turning advanced research into stable, scalable products used across our global ecosystem.

You'll work closely with teams across hardware, software, and product management, and partner with customers, OEMs, and developers worldwide to ensure Arm software delivers exceptional experiences

*Key Responsibilities*

• Define and lead the strategy for platform firmware and software stacks that enable Arm-based SoCs and devices.
• Gathering, and manage requirements from a diverse set of sources both inside and outside of Arm while translating stakeholder needs into clear, testable specifications. Maintaining end‑to‑end requirement traceability to guide engineering execution.
• Shape product roadmaps that turn research and prototype software into stable, customer-ready solutions.
• Guide the lifecycle of Arm software products — from concept to delivery and long-term support.
• Collaborate closely with architecture, silicon, and product teams to align system software capabilities with Arm's technology roadmap.
• Partner with external customers, OEMs, and developers to understand real-world needs and improve the developer experience.
• Represent Arm in external forums and partnerships, sharing our leadership in embedded technology.

*Required Skills and Experience*

• A proven background in systemsoftware or firmware development, ideally with experience in product-ready systems or SDKs.
• Wide expertise across software disciplines such as platform library optimization, real-time software and operating systems, C/C++ development, device drivers, and general hardware–software integration.
• Experience in Requirements Management, stakeholder management and leading teams implementing software products from a strategic roadmap.
• Success working with customers or ecosystem partners on embedded or low-level software.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a people-first leadership approach.

*In Return:*
At Arm, you'll shape the next generation of compute building the embedded software platforms that power billions of devices worldwide. You'll lead a world-class team translating deep technology into products that transform industries and empower the Arm ecosystem to innovate faster.

*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 . 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.