Staff Software Engineer Release & Defect Lead

Staff Software Engineer Release & Defect Lead Overview

Arm is seeking a highly skilled Staff or Principal Software Engineer to take charge of post-silicon firmware releases and defect management for their data center and infrastructure platforms. This role involves leading the planning, readiness, quality assurance, and delivery of firmware updates across multiple teams and hardware configurations, ensuring that complex silicon-based systems are released smoothly and efficiently.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing defect resolution processes, establishing effective triage and prioritization strategies, and providing clear visibility into potential release blockers and risks that could impact project timelines. Additionally, they will coordinate the requirements for post-silicon development environments, translating engineering plans into specific demands for development boards, system configurations, debug equipment, and lab capacity across various locations and projects.

Collaboration is a key aspect of this role, requiring close work with teams across different Arm sites to align priorities, resolve dependencies, and enhance firmware delivery processes. The role also involves overseeing the integration, validation, and release of firmware for server-class System on Chips (SoCs), contributing significantly to the development of infrastructure platforms used in data centers worldwide.

Required Skills and Experience

• Significant experience working with firmware or low-level system software, especially in delivering production-quality software for complex hardware systems.
• Proven experience in managing software releases, defect tracking, and system integration activities across multiple engineering teams within the SoC domain.
• Strong understanding of post-silicon firmware development, including software integration, validation, release processes, and hardware debugging environments.
• Excellent technical judgment, problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities to facilitate collaboration across teams and regions.
• Experience working with hardware development environments, debug tools, and lab setups to support firmware development and troubleshooting.

Nice-to-Have Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of server-class SoCs and production firmware used in infrastructure platforms.
• Familiarity with Arm-based systems and technologies such as Trusted Firmware-A (TF-A), UEFI EDK II, SCP/MCP firmware, Linux, or OpenBMC.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, release automation, software configuration management, defect tracking, and hardware debugging tools.

What Arm Offers

This position provides an opportunity to influence firmware quality and delivery for some of Armâ??s most advanced platforms. You will work on impactful infrastructure technology that supports global data centers and cloud solutions. Arm emphasizes a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous development, offering a supportive environment for professional growth.

The company promotes flexible hybrid working arrangements, allowing teams to determine their own working patterns based on project needs and personal preferences. Arm also provides comprehensive health and wellness programs, development support, and a collaborative, innovative workplace culture.

Additional Information

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK, Arm will cover the costs associated with employer sponsorship. However, all visa application fees and Immigration Health Surcharge costs are the responsibility of the successful candidate.

About Arm

At Arm, engineers lead innovation across a broad spectrum of technologies, from AI and machine learning to cloud infrastructure and automotive systems. Working at Arm means contributing to the development of silicon and software that power nearly all connected devices globally, impacting industries such as healthcare, entertainment, and infrastructure. The company fosters a culture of curiosity, ambition, and impact, encouraging employees to think bigger and push beyond conventional limits.

Arm is committed to equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds and ensuring an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. The company values progress, collaboration, and innovation, making it an inspiring place to develop your career in software engineering.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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