ARM

Arm is at the forefront of building world-class silicon and systems IP for next-generation data center ecosystems. We are seeking an experienced and strategic Technical Program Director to lead end-to-end technical programs across our Data Center portfolio. This role will own delivery of cross-disciplinary initiatives that unify hardware platforms, software enablement, partner integrations, and data center customer engagements.

As a key leader in Arm’s AI transformation, you will define technical program vision and objectives, identify and mitigate technical challenges and delivery risks, align partners and ensure Arm’s products and initiatives meet meaningful performance, quality, and product launch expectations. You will develop scalable program execution models that support Arm’s strategic pivot into data center scale computing, AI/ML acceleration, and hyperscale customer deployments.

What You’ll Do:

Program Leadership & Delivery –

• Lead and run multiple, large-scale data center programs spanning multiple products, systems from concept through production.
• Define program plans, achievements, metrics, resource models, and execution strategies.
• Proactively identify execution risks and dependencies, and design execution plans in partnership with engineering, product, and operations teams.
• Drive accountability for timeline execution, quality control, and project scope across internal teams, customers and vendors.

Technical Strategy & Cross-Functional Influence –

• Serve as a key technical leader across hardware, software, systems engineering, and customer-facing delivery teams.
• Translate complex architecture trade-offs and technical risks into actionable workstreams for diverse engineering and commercial groups.
• Partner with product management and technical leadership to shape product roadmaps based on customer needs, market trends, and internal capability.

Partner Communication & Reporting –

• Provide concise, executive-level status reporting to senior leadership with clear articulation of progress, risks, pivots, and corrective actions.
• Establish cadence for cross-functional reviews, technical risk assessments, and decision checkpoints.
• Represent Arm in strategic customer engagements and ecosystem partnerships relevant to data center compute and infrastructure programs.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement –

• Drive improvements in program processes, tools, and delivery frameworks to scale Arm’s ability to efficiently deliver complex initiatives.
• Mentor and develop program managers and project leaders reinforcing standards, risk management, and technical execution excellence.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, computer science, technical project management, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of technical program/project management experience with increasing scope and complexity.
• Demonstrated success delivering complex, cross-functional technical programs, preferably in data center, hardware/platform architecture, cloud infrastructure, or critically important systems.
• Experience working in hyperscale cloud, semiconductor IP, server OEM, or infrastructure OEM environments.
• Strong understanding of data center infrastructure (compute, networking, storage, power/cooling), system-level product life cycles, and operational considerations.
• Consistent record of success leading programs that span multiple engineering fields and external partners.

“Nice to Have”:

• Technical depth in one or more of the following: server hardware architecture, infrastructure software stack, cloud deployment models, performance optimization, NPI, or product qualification.
• Excellent communication, confident negotiation, and natural leadership skills with the ability to engage productively at all levels.
• Prior experience mentoring program management teams and establishing delivery guidelines.

Salary Range:

$264,900-$358,300 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

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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.