Software System Architect
On site
Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
£ 100,000 / year
Full Time
14-04-2025
Job Specifications
System Software Development Lead – CPU Architecture
Location: Cambridge
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £100k
About the Position
We are working with a leading global technology company seeking a System Software Development Lead to join their CPU Architecture team in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in pioneering next-generation CPU innovations and driving software performance across Cloud and Mobile platforms.
They global leader in information and communications technology (ICT) and smart devices serving more than three billion people worldwide.
Software System Architect Responsibilities:
Lead the development of firmware, kernel, hypervisor, and drivers for advanced CPU features.
Collaborate with architects to integrate new CPU features into software ecosystems.
Provide technical leadership and hands-on development in low-level system programming (C/C++).
Engage with open-source communities to drive adoption of new CPU architecture features.
Software System Architect Required Skills:
Strong experience in system software development (kernel, hypervisor, low-level programming).
Strong proficiency in C/C++/Python and firmware/OS design.
Deep understanding of Arm-based CPU architecture and Linux stacks.
Experience with open-source development and Linux contributions.
If you're ready to lead the future of CPU architecture and drive innovative software solutions, please get in touch with Harry Hansford @ IC Resources to discuss this exciting opportunity further.
About the Company
In the search for highly skilled talent, IC Resources has supported the technology community since 1999. We match great talent to deep-tech companies around the world. Founder-led and independent, IC Resources evolves with the industry, building extensive market knowledge and long-term relationships. IC Resources is viewed as a key contributor to the technology ecosystem. We’re one of the few recruitment companies that really pays it forward. Our 70 specialist recruitment consultants work to find the best long-term fit f... Know more
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