Graduate GPU Software Applications Engineer

Job Overview:

We invite a motivated graduate engineer to join Arm’s GPU software support team. In the position of GPU Software Applications Engineer Graduate, you will partner with knowledgeable engineers to analyze technical problems, develop remedies, and boost GPU performance. You will acquire hands-on experience with Arm GPU technology while advancing your technical skills.

What you might be doing as a GPU Software Applications Engineer Graduate?

• Investigate and solve GPU driver issues in customer systems, working alongside experienced engineers to uncover root causes and formulate solutions.
• Build and complete low-level driver tests to simulate software and hardware error conditions and validate fixes.
• Analyse GPU performance across different hardware and software configurations to find opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate with multi-functional engineering teams to resolve technical issues and support customer requirements.
• Develop expertise in Arm GPU architecture, driver technology, and debugging techniques through hands-on projects, technical training, and collaboration.

We are seeking individuals who:

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

• Foundational knowledge of modern GPU architecture and the graphics rendering pipeline, including how graphics software interacts with GPU hardware.
• Familiarity with at least one graphics API, such as Vulkan, OpenGL ES or DirectX, and the ability to consult its specification to understand encouraged behaviour.
• Strong foundations in software development, coding and debugging using C and/or C++, proven through academic work, personal projects, internships or other relevant experience.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and communicate effectively with colleagues and customers, both in writing and verbally, including good written and spoken English.
• A genuine interest in engaging with customers, openness to learning, and the capability to work well within a group.

Qualities that will help your application stand out:

• Experience in software development for embedded systems, with a focus on Linux or Android, operating system kernels, device drivers, or integrating software and hardware.
• Good understanding of game engine architecture and rendering pipelines, including how engines interact with graphics APIs.
• Knowledge of heterogeneous computing, ideally including GPGPU and OpenCL.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to form hypotheses, build experiments and use evidence to investigate technical problems.
• Experience developing or integrating machine learning techniques for graphics, such as neural rendering, image reconstruction or ML-based upscaling.
• One to two years of relevant experience in GPU software, graphics, embedded software or related engineering work, not necessarily in a customer-facing role. Recent or soon-to-be graduates without commercial experience are also encouraged to apply.

Additional Information:

We encourage early applications as we review them on a first come/first served basis.

In Return:

You’ll receive a comprehensive rewards package. As you develop in role, you’ll have clear opportunities to progress within the salary range at Arm. With mid-year and year-end reviews, you’ll have two formal progression windows each year, recognizing your growth.

You can also attend our “Grad-teach-Grads” workshops, guest speaker series, and social events to expand your knowledge. If you’d like to get more involved, you can join the Graduate Committee to further develop your planning, networking, and coordination skills.

You’ll be invited to our Global Graduate Conference (GGC) - an annual event where graduates hear from executive leaders, guest speakers, and build lasting connections.

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

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Use of AI in Your Application

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Recruitment Adjustments and Accommodations

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Hybrid Working

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

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.