C++ Modelling Engineer

Job description

Job Description

ARM is looking for a skilled and motivated engineer to join the team that is modelling ARM’s next generation architectures and devices. You will be creating C++ software models of leading edge ARM technologies that will power future systems in markets such as data centres, mobile communications, and Internet of Things (IoT).

You will be joining an experienced multinational development team located in Cambridge, UK. The team is responsible for creating and supporting high speed simulation models of ARM processors and embedded systems. These models are used internally to aid IP design and software development, and are also delivered to our OEM and Silicon Partners. The models are distributed with configuration and analysis tools, and can be integrated into standard SystemC and RTL environments.

Job Purpose

You will be creating highly efficient C++ simulation models of ARM architectures and devices that can be used to emulate the behaviour of future ARM-based embedded systems. This will involve co-operation with ARM architects and product development engineers to ensure the models accurately reflect design intent.

Key objectives of this role include:

• Developing, testing, and maintaining high speed software models for ARM’s advanced CPU and system level IP.

• To create Virtual Platforms that can be used for early software development.

• To support internal and external users of ARM models.

• To help produce and execute model development plans in conjunction with project management and engineering peers.

• To contribute to the continuous improvement of ARM modelling methodologies.

• Interaction with ARM development teams working on advanced architectures, hardware design, software design, and validation.

Job Requirements

Education & Qualifications

Good university degree in computer science or other relevant field

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong C++ with STL programming

• Understanding of CPU architecture and familiarity with one or more CPU instruction sets.

• Software Engineering experience, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and debugging.

• Experience with Linux, scripting, and source control systems.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Pro-active and self motivating.

Desirable Skills & Experience

·  Experience of cross-platform development under Linux and Windows.
• Experience with C++11/14.

• Experience creating models of complex IP.

• Experience developing models using Dynamic Binary Translation (DBT) technology.

·  knowledge of x86_64 architecture and ABIs
• Experience with RTL and SystemC simulators.

• Familiarity with System Verilog and RTL verification flows.

• Familiarity with ARM architectures.

• Knowledge of System Architectures including OS kernel internals.

• Experience with compiler technology and OS device drivers.

·  Experience of bare-metal software development.
• Experience of HW/SW interfaces at the platform level.

• Flair for lateral thinking and problem solving.

Location:Cambridge
Salary: Competitive
Opening date: 20 January 2017
Closing date: 17 February 2017

Benefits

Your particular benefits package will depend on position and type of employment and may be subject to change. Your package will be confirmed on offer of employment. ARM's benefits program provides permanent employees with the opportunity to stay innovative and healthy, ensure the wellness of their families, and create a positive working environment.

·  Annual Bonus Plan
·  Discretionary Cash Award
·  Group Personal Pension Plan with enhanced company contribution
·  Medical, Travel, Health & Life Insurances
·  Holiday, 25 days annual leave with option to buy an additional 5 days per year
·  Sabbatical, 20 paid days every four-year of service
·  Volunteering, One (1) paid working day each year (TeamARM)
·  Others, cycle to work, free car parking, gym on site, team and social events

About ARM

ARM® technology is at the heart of a computing and connectivity revolution that is transforming the way people live and businesses operate. From the unmissable to the invisible; our advanced, energy-efficient processor designs are enabling the intelligence in 86 billion silicon chips and securely powering products from the sensor to the smartphone to the supercomputer. With more than 1,000 technology partners including the world's most famous business and consumer brands, we are driving ARM innovation into all areas compute is happening inside the chip, the network and the cloud.

With offices around the world, ARM is a diverse community of dedicated, innovative and highly talented professionals. By enabling an inclusive, meritocratic and open workplace where all our people can grow and succeed, we encourage our people to share their unique contributions to ARM's success in the global marketplace.