Skip to main content

Principal C++ Developer

Job ID 2023-9987 Date posted Oct. 24, 2024 Location Cambridge, United Kingdom Category Software Engineering Apply

Job Overview:

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our Functional Safety compiler team to work on our next generation C++17 compiler.

The Arm Compiler for Embedded product is based on LLVM and Clang, and our team works on the qualification and certification of the compiler to Functional Safety standards such as ISO 26262 and the Cybersecurity standard ISO 21434.

Responsibilities:

  • Help drive all aspects of team development activities such as planning, specification, documentation, and verification and help lead code reviews
  • Lead the impact analysis of potential safety or security issues found as bugs or found during static analysis, and resolve and document as appropriate
  • Help support the long term maintenance of our support branches, providing new fixes or cherry-picking fixes and testing as appropriate
  • To help define requirements, document the design and provide any other documentation that may help achieve certification

Required Skills and Experience :

  • Extensive development experience in C and C++ and an understanding of modern C++, such as C++14/17/20
  • Experience in the full software development lifecycle from requirements, to development, to testing, delivery and maintenance
  • Scripting experience, ideally including Python development in large frameworks
  • Dedicated and flexible, you are technically versatile, and can learn new skills that you can apply across multiple types of work
  • Excellent interpersonal skills in English and a phenomenal team worker and collaborator and experience in agile software development

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :

  • Experience of Functional Safety software development as per at least one of the Functional Safety standards: ISO 26262, EN 50128, IEC 61508, IEC 62304
  • Familiarity with the C and C++ Standard Libraries and C++14/17/20 language features
  • Low-level programming in Arm Assembly
  • Presence and experience contributing to Open-Source projects, ideally LLVM
  • Awareness of Secure Development Lifecycle and security vulnerabilities analysis
  • Technical Mentoring of junior colleagues and peers in areas of own knowledge

In Return:

In return you will be provided with the training and environment to succeed in this role. As well as a friendly and high-performance working environment, Arm offers a competitive benefits package including private medical insurance, sabbatical, supplementary pension, and wellness benefits. We are offering a hybrid approach to home and office working to provide an adaptable experience for all employees and to promote a strong collaborative environment.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

#LI-KD1

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.

Power the Future on Arm

Working in software engineering at Arm is about shaping a future of technology for which we don't yet have words. Our engineers lead innovation in physical IP, AI and machine learning, cloud architecture, automotive tech, and every aspect of computing that matters.

Spanning software's full spectrum, from compilers to AI-powered IoT and beyond, your code can enable virtually anything to be produced on silicon. Whether you're developing award-winning VR gaming or life-enhancing medical equipment, you can improve the lives of millions by being your brilliant self at Arm.

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.

Discover Life at Arm

Get Job Alerts

Can’t find the job you’re seeking? Register to be notified as soon as new jobs become available. Enter your email, select your preferred job category and/or location, then click Add to set your preferences and Subscribe to create your job alert.

Interested InSelect a job category from the list of options. Search for a location and select one from the list of suggestions. Finally, click “Add” to create your job alert.

  • Software Engineering, Cambridge, England, United KingdomRemove

By submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our privacy policy, and consent to receive email communication from Arm.

Join our Talent Community, Unlock Opportunities

Subscribe to receive Arm communications directly to your inbox. Stay connected to be the first to hear about updates from our community and exciting roles that align with your skills.

Join Now