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Senior Software Test Development Engineer(SDET)- Networking Systems

Arm
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
Arm is the top tier supplier of microprocessor technology, offering wide range of processor IPs to address performance, power and cost requirements for almost all application markets. Combining a multifaceted ecosystem with over 1,000 partners delivering silicon, we have shipped more than 90 billion processors! Our technology is at the heart of a computing and connectivity revolution that is redefining the way people live, and businesses operate.

Job Overview

Our team is responsible for high quality software ecosystem around Arm's current and next generation of processors. This frequently means working with processors and hardware technology not yet available to the public! We work on a range of development platforms, software models, FPGAs and early silicon.

You will join a wonderful team of Software Engineers who share a passion for wanting to stamp their mark on the future of computing. Our team plays a meaningful role in making Arm platform successful for AI data centers, cloud network infrastructure and building networking appliances. If you are passionate about innovative technologies and improving software quality, then we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

As a Software QA Engineer in IAS Networking team, you will be working on all validation and testing aspects of the software life cycle, including:

  • Design and development of test cases and sample applications to ensure and demonstrate high quality real use cases on Arm platform.
  • Work with open-source communities and key partners across the globe to build and maintain component and system level test applications as well as automate CI/CD pipelines.

Required Skills and Experience:

Candidate Should Have Master’s/bachelor's Degree In Computer Science Or An Equivalent STEM Degree Or Equivalent Experience In The Industry. In Addition, Candidate Should

  • be highly proficient in C/ C and scripting languages with at least two years of experience in software validation and test automation.
  • be knowledgeable about standard testing practices in testing multi-core and multi-threaded applications and be an expert at identifying and stressing corner cases and boundary conditions.
  • have experience in distributed version control systems, such as Git.
  • adept at data collection and preparing easily digestible reports using clear and effective communication skills.

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience:

  • Familiar with open-source software contribution process and test pipelines.
  • Experience with testing networking software stack components such as RoCE, OpenMPI, OneCCL, etc. used by AI applications.
  • Experienced in crafting test and performance benchmarking apps for data plane software based upon DPDK, VPP, Snort, etc.
  • Experience of building distributed test setup, using containers and pods, and testing with software and hardware traffic generators such as IXIA.

In Return:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our 10x mindset guides how we engineer, collaborate, and grow. Understand what it means and how to reflect 10x in your work: https://careers.arm.com/en/10x-mindset

Salary Range: $156,500-$211,700 per year

We value people as individuals and our dedication is to reward people competitively and equitably for the work they do and the skills and experience they bring to Arm. Salary is only one component of Arm's offering. The total reward package will be shared with candidates during the recruitment and selection process.

Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation 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 or adjustment 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.

Salary : $156,500 - $211,700

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