Job Description

We are seeking a Post-Silicon Debug Tools Engineer to define and drive implementation of the next generation of silicon debug tools! In this role you will lead architecture and development of tracing tools for system debug environment. The ideal candidate combines proven experience in developing command-line and graphical user interfaces, excellent Python software-development skills and proficiency in modern design-for-debug (DFD) architectures.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture and development of post-silicon debug tools for configuring and decoding hardware traces, as a part of a larger SoC debug portfolio.
• Actively collaborate with DFD architecture and design teams to deliver debug tools that communicate with innovative DFD hardware for system debug use cases.
• Work closely with other members of the silicon debug tools to create consistent user experience across the entire debug toolkit.
• Partner with silicon verification teams for end-to-end debug flow validation of tracing tools in simulation and emulation environments.
• Provide training and support to post-silicon debug teams employing debug tools for issue root-cause and analysis.
• Champion automation, reuse, and scalable debug methodologies that reduce time-to-root-cause.
• Influence next-generation silicon architecture to ensure debug features are designed for observability and diagnosability.

Required Skills and Experience :

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of experience.
• Excellent proficiency with Python language for tool and automation development.
• Competency in software development concepts including unit testing, code coverage collection, release processes and CI/CD pipelines.

• Proven experience in development of command-line and graphical user interfaces.

• Familiarity with Git, Gerrit, Artifactory and CloudBees platform.
• Familiarity with SoC debug ecosystems (CoreSight, IJTAG, ELA, telemetry frameworks, etc.).
• Proven track record in teamwork across hardware, software, and validation teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of JTAG and on-chip debug architectures.
• Experience with silicon bring-up, failure triage and analysis.

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :

• Strong communication skills and consistent record of collaboration with multi-functional and multi-site teams

In Return:

To join a newly forming Solution Engineering SoC architecture team with significant opportunities to impact the shape, definition, and culture of the team and help build our future success! This will be a fast paced and exciting environment with opportunities to demonstrate your strategic and innovative thinking while directly chipping in to current projects.

• Partner and customer focus
• Collaboration and communication
• Creativity and innovation
• Team and personal development

10x Mindset at Arm

At Arm, we believe progress happens when people are empowered to think bigger and push beyond what seems possible. Our 10x mindset is about curiosity, ambition and creating impact that will be used by millions. We learn fast, prioritise collaboration and turn bold ideas into real technology. We look for people who are inspired by this way of working and want to grow in an environment where bold ideas are welcomed. Read more about how we bring the 10x mindset to life on the Arm blog.

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Hybrid Working at Arm

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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.