Arm
Director of Software Engineering – IP Tooling
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Job Overview
At Arm, we're creating the technology that powers billions of devices around the world. Behind every breakthrough are the people, tools and platforms that help our engineers solve difficult problems every day.
We're looking for a Director, Software Engineering to lead our IP Tooling organisation. Together, we'll continue improving the software, platforms and developer experiences that enable Arm teams to configure, integrate and debug Arm IP and System-on-Chip (SoC) designs with confidence.
This role leads an organisation of around 70 colleagues across Manchester, Galway and Austin. Working with Engineering Managers, technical specialists and cross-functional partners, we'll shape how our engineering community builds and delivers the next generation of Arm technology.
If you enjoy developing people, simplifying complex challenges and creating an environment where others can thrive, we'd love to hear from you!
What You'll Do
This is a leadership role with broad influence across Arm. We'll work together to improve developer productivity, strengthen collaboration and help our teams deliver outstanding results.
You'll
- Lead and support a globally distributed organisation across Manchester, Galway and Austin.
- Develop Engineering Managers and technical leaders while building an inclusive culture where people continue to learn and grow.
- Work with technology, product and architecture partners to shape priorities and guide future investment.
- Help modernise our developer platforms and engineering workflows as our products continue to evolve.
- Encourage collaboration across software, hardware and product organisations, ensuring teams stay aligned around shared outcomes.
- Guide organisational priorities, balancing delivery, innovation and long-term capability.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who enjoys helping others succeed, brings curiosity to complex problems and creates clarity across large organisations.
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You'll likely have experience leading distributed software organisations through managers, building collaborative relationships and making thoughtful decisions across technology and business priorities.
We're particularly interested in people who have experience with developer platforms, engineering tools or other software products used by technical communities. Experience within semiconductors, embedded software, SoC development or related technologies would be valuable, but we also welcome people who have built similar capabilities in other complex engineering environments.
Most importantly, you'll enjoy developing people, encouraging collaboration and creating an environment where everyone can contribute their best work.
It Would Be Great If You Also Have
Experience with developer tools, embedded software, semiconductor technologies, hardware and software co-design, SoC integration, configuration platforms, engineering workflow systems or the wider Arm ecosystem would be beneficial.
Why Join Arm?
We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, shared curiosity and continuous learning. When people feel supported, trusted and included, they produce their best work—and that's the environment we're committed to creating.
Joining Arm gives you the opportunity to influence technology used by billions of people, work alongside talented colleagues and help shape how engineering teams build the products of tomorrow.
If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we're happy to work with you so you can perform at your best.
If this opportunity excites you, we'd love to hear from you!
Additional Information
- Salary: GBP £168,300.00 - GBP £227,700.00 (depending on skills and experience).
- Please note that no relocation package is available for this role.
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 accommodations@arm.com. 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.
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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.
Salary Range: £168,300 - £227,700 per year
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