Staff Firmware Developer in Test

Job ID 2026\-17365

Date posted May. 28, 2026

Location Munich, Germany

Category Software Engineering

Job Description:

Arm is looking for a Staff Firmware Developer to help build the software stack for next\-generation compute subsystems in software\-defined, AI\-driven vehicles. You will collaborate closely with technical leads and architects across our engineering domains to enable partners and customers to fully leverage the capabilities of our platforms.

This is a hands\-on individual contributor role, with a strong emphasis on actively designing, writing, debugging and reviewing production\-quality code. We are looking for engineers who remain deeply engaged in low\-level development and take ownership of delivering robust, high\-quality implementations.

We are particularly interested in individuals with broad exposure to system software at the firmware level, spanning compute, vision, AI, and safety/security subsystems.

If you are passionate about working at the intersection of cutting\-edge hardware and system software, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Hands\-on design, implementation, debugging and integration of our software stack, with a strong focus on writing high\-quality, production\-grade code


• Building the core firmware and device drivers for our automotive compute subsystems.


• Write, review and maintain robust, efficient C/assembly/Yocto code across firmware and low\-level system components.


• Analyze and optimize CPU, GPU, I/O, and memory usage across system components.


• Help plan and prioritize engineering work packages in coordination with project management and tech leadership.


• Mentor other engineers and uphold high code quality and maintainability standards.

Required Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.


• 8\+ years of hands\-on experience designing and developing firmware and device drivers, with recent, regular coding experience at OS kernel or bare\-metal level.


• Strong skills in C and Assembly with deep expertise in low\-level compute infrastructures.


• Demonstrated track record of designing complex systems and actively contributing code in recent roles (e.g., core features, drivers, or low\-level system components).


• Knowledge in Arm architectures as well as the Arm Trusted Firmware is highly preferred.


• Great interpersonal and communication skills, excellent written and spoken English, and the ability to write coherent documentation, influence, and build consensus.

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :

• Practical experience with additional system programming languages, such as C\+\+ or Rust.


• Fluency in scripting languages such as Python and/or Bash.


• Zephyr RTOS or Free/SafeRTOS development.


• Familiarity with open source projects such as TF\-A, TF\-M, U\-Boot and Xen.


• Knowledge about automotive standards, protocols and software stacks as well as a good understanding of the automotive safety domain.

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

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 Range:

€104,700

• €141,700

per year

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