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Graduate Software Engineer - CPU Micro-architecture Verification

Job ID 2024-10998 Date posted Oct. 14, 2024 Location Sophia Antipolis, France Category Hardware Engineering, Verification Apply

Job Overview:

Are you creative, innovative and passionate about new technologies? Would you like to work in a multi-site and multi-cultural environment?

Our team is based in Sophia Antipolis, one of the most alluring parts of France, at the heart of Europe’s largest and most dynamic technology park. Surrounded by mountains and the Mediterranean Sea, this outstanding design centre has delivered leading products from Arm’s Cortex (TM) processor family.

We are hiring a highly skilled and motivated graduate engineer to join our verification team, and contribute to the delivery of future groundbreaking processors.

Interested in this challenge? Apply now and join our team!

Whatcould you be doing as a Graduate Software Engineer?

Work on a sophisticated Random Instruction Sequences tool. Using a combination of techniques, the tool verifies the functionality of all CPU IP products developed in our design centers worldwide.

The role will cover the whole lifecycle of the tool, from development to deployment, and you will be accountable for:

  • Gathering requirements from the CPU Design and Verification teams
  • Understanding the intricacies of the CPU micro-architecture and defining how to push the test boundaries
  • Architecting and developing solutions to improve the stimuli generation to produce programs to stress our next generation CPUs
  • Implementing, maintaining and supporting the tool

We are looking for individuals who:

Hold (or are on track to hold) a University or Engineering School degree by the programme start date. This can be a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electronic / Electrical Engineering. Candidates with alternative degrees will also be considered if they have relevant experience. Other requirements:

  • Proficiency in software programming and scripting languages (C, C++, Python, etc)
  • Understanding of assembly language (ASM)
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to work well as part of a team and a willingness to address varied technical challenges

Qualities that will help your application stand out:

  • Knowledge of CPU architecture and micro-architecture concepts
  • Experience in RTL Verification & Design techniques (Verilog or VHDL)
  • Exposure to embedded platforms such as Arduino, Raspberry PI, or similar
  • Problem-solving approach

Additional Information:

We encourage early applications as we review them on a first come/first served basis. Please apply as soon as you feel ready.

In Return:

In addition to a competitive salary andcomprehensive rewards package, you'll also receive the support, autonomy and opportunity to excel in your career.

With a mid-year, and year-end review you'll have two windows each year to progress recognizing the pace at which you could grow. Attend our "Grad-teach-Grads" workshops, guest speaker series and various social events to expand your knowledge. Want to take this a step further? Join our Graduate Committee and home in on your planning, networking and co-ordination skills.

You'll also be invited to our exclusive Global Graduate Conference (GGC)! A yearly occurrence exclusive for Graduates allowing you to hear from executive members, inspiring speakers and make connections for life.

With many of our leaders and technical specialists having originally joined as aGraduate, will you be next?

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Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want our people to Do Great Things. If you need support or an accommodation to Be Your Brilliant Self 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 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.

Key Program Information

Gain access to Global Graduate Conference; our UK keynote event that connects Arm graduates from all over the world

Study towards a formal qualification funded and paid for by Arm

Explore potential rotation opportunities within or across Groups to broaden your horizons

Build meaningful connections and find your community in our vibrant inclusive environment

Roles are offered in our UK offices in Sheffield, Manchester, and Cambridge

Take part in our global and regional activities, ranging from inspiring speakers to skill development sessions

Drive change on Arm

At Arm, you'll influence 95% of the world's connected devices and all their applications. From healthcare and infrastructure to virtual reality, you'll affect nearly all industries worldwide, racing toward new milestones and achievements together.

Revolutionary Benefits

Health and Wellness

We create a safe space for you to nurture both your physical and mental wellbeing.

Work and Life Success

We empower people to experience life beyond the boundaries of standard work patterns.

Financial Rewards

We provide benefits beyond a competitive salary to reward our people for their dedication and contributions.

Development and Support

We foster professional and personal development, building a supportive community where everyone can thrive.

Life at Arm

Life in the office doesn't get any better — especially when those offices are as sleek as ours and the people there are creative and compassionate. Combine that with our popular 'we, not I' mindset, and you enjoy the kind of teamwork and togetherness rarely found elsewhere. We share so much in common, not least the same passion for progress, but we also welcome each other's diversity. Ultimately, we love to inspire and be inspired every day.

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