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Experienced SoC Design Engineer
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Experienced SoC Design Engineer
Senior RTL Design Engineer - Systems Integration
(SoC Design Engineer)
ARM’s hardware is at the heart of the computing and connectivity revolution, transforming daily life and business operations.
We’re seeking a highly motivated Senior RTL Design Engineer with an interest in diverse IP products, the ability to work collaboratively with global teams, and a passion for delivering power-conscious, high-performance systems across multiple industries, including IoT, Automotive, and Infrastructure Computing.
About the Role
You’ll join a dynamic team integrating IPs and designing sophisticated processing systems, supporting ARM’s mission to shape the future of computing and connectivity. Your expertise in subsystem and SoC design will be pivotal in driving innovation and optimizing system-level implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Subsystem & SoC Integration
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IPs and develop RTL for RTL subsystems
- Define and refine subsystem microarchitecture specifications based on system requirements
Verification & Debugging
- Review and evaluate verification test plans to ensure IP compatibility and subsystem coherence
- Diagnose, debug, and resolve issues across IPs and SoC components
Performance & Power Trade-offs
- Partner with the performance analysis team to optimize system PPA (Performance, Power, Area)
- Conduct rigorous static design checks (CDC, RDC, X-propagation, lint) and address inconsistencies
RTL Development & Debugging
- Develop subsystem RTL while improving verification coverage and maintainability
- Contribute IP-level refinements based on system-level integration challenges
Process Improvement
- Identify room for design methodology enhancements and propose refinements for wider adoption
- Mentor team members, drive seamless project execution, and engage with Project Management on planning and budgets
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Required Skills & Experience
Technical Competencies
- Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or related discipline)
- Proven expertise in digital hardware design and Verilog HDL
- Deep knowledge of current SoC design techniques (comprehensive RTL development, crosstalk awareness, etc.)
- Experience with:
- Static timings: CDC, RDC, X-propagation checks
- Design check tools (Unifluence, Synopsys)
- Specification documentation
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Perl, Python, Shell)
- Strong track record in metering PPA trade-offs and articulating system-level reasoning
- Familiarity with synthesis and timing analysis, including techniques for power management optimization
- Hands-on experience with:
- Formal verification methodologies
- AMBA-based bus protocols (AXI, ACE Lite)
- Processor microarchitectures or NoCs (Nice to Have)
Soft Skills
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills (local and global teamwork)
- Ability to guide and mentor junior engineers
Nice-to-Have
- Prior experience on ARM-based design projects or architectures
- Dedicated exposure to security subsystems, PCIe subsystems, or system power management flows
Rewards & Work Environment
Career Growth
- Engage with cutting-edge technologies that shape products for decades ahead
- Impact futures in __embedded systems, IoT, automotive, and AI infrastructure
Fair Compensation
- Base Salary: £97,300 – £131,700 p.a.
Working Arrangements
ARM fosters a hybrid work environment tailored to productivity and flexibility. Teams define a hybrid approach that balances in-person presence, virtual connections, and independent work hours. Based on local legal or operational requirements, flexibility may vary, but we prioritize solutions that deliver across all dimensions.
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Diversity & Equal Opportunity
ARM is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusivity, providing a workplace where all colleagues can thrive. We prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics, including but not limited to:
- Race
- Color
- Religion
- Sex
- Gender identity
- Sexual orientation
- National origin
- Disability
- Veteran status
Arm’s 10x Mindset
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Accommodations during Recruitment
If you need adjustments during the recruitment process (e.g., extended interview breaks, document adaptations, or flexible question formats), please email: acommodations@arm.com.
By requesting accommodations, you grant Arm permission to use provided information solely to arrange tailored support. Requests remain confidential.
Interview adjustments may include:
- Breaks between interviews
- Copied interview documents (aside from do-not-copy markings)
- Flexible interview locations (e.g., remote options)
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