Modelling Engineer

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an outstanding candidate to drive system level modelling investigations contributing to the development of power efficient technologies.

As a member of a small and agile team, working alongside technology experts from across ARM, you will contribute to the development of both hardware features and software policies, shaping the future of ARM IP and systems of ARM IP. Specifically, you will take responsibility for power and thermal modelling capabilities within our system modelling environments.

The required activities demand an enthusiastic candidate from either a computer science or electronics engineering background with a strong desire to constantly evolve a cross-disciplinary skill set, in particular:

·  System level modelling investigations driving technical decisions across a spectrum including hardware feature validation, software policy and system architecture.
·  Ownership of system power & thermal modelling flows within high-level and full system simulator environments (e.g. gem5).
·  Creation of power models for Processors, SoC system & interconnect functions and system components (e.g. DRAM).

As a member of the Systems Architecture and Technology team, you will join an international team of motivated architects and engineers who share a passion for technology development, guided by quantitative investigation and expert understanding of the markets we serve. You will play an essential role in helping ARM develop next-generation technologies.

Working location can either be the UK (Cambridge office) or France (Sophia Antipolis office).

Job Requirements

Education & Qualifications

Good university degree in computer science, electronics engineering or microelectronics. Other science graduates will be considered with relevant experience.

Essential Skills & Experience


·  Strong programming skills (e.g. Python, C/C++)
·  Background in system modelling or SoC development
·  Good grounding in computer architecture fundamentals and electronic system principles
·  A high level of pro-activity, initiative and problem solving
·  Excellent communication skills: listening, understanding and persuading
·  The ability to effectively work alone as well as in a team

Desirable Skills & Experience

·  Experience with modelling frameworks e.g. System C, gem5
·  Experience of embedded software development
·  Knowledge of low power design techniques and power management strategies
·  Experience with power estimation flows

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.