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Performance Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, covering systems performance analysis, capacity planning, and load testing. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require a consular appointment. Employers provide a support letter documenting the role, your qualifications, and job duties for your visa application.
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Date posted Sep. 10, 2026
Location Austin, Texas
Category Software Engineering
Memory Controller Performance Architect
About Arm System IP
Arm System IP enables designers to build Arm AMBA systems that are high performance, power efficient and reliable. Configurable for many different applications, System IP is the right choice for your AI enabled system designs whether it is a high-efficiency IoT endpoint or a high-performance server SoC.
The collection of silicon proven interconnects, security IP, system controllers, debug and trace and IP tooling are all designed, validated, and optimized to be used with Arm Cortex processors and Arm Mali Multimedia IP. Built upon the open AMBA interface standard, Arm System IP provides design teams with the foundation for building better systems.
About the role
Arm is looking for an experienced IP and system performance modeling and analysis architect for SoC systems built using Arm IPs. You will collaborate with a brilliant team of performance engineers in driving development of new high-performance interconnect and memory controller IPs, optimizing AI in infrastructure, auto, and mobile systems, and productizing models for partner usage.
What will you be accountable for?
- Memory Controller IP and system model development and analysis: Optimize memory controller IP power and performance features using insights from system level analysis and bottlenecks with key workloads and KPIs. Develop Power and performance methodologies for enabling new workloads and usages with simulation and emulation. Work with various business units to provide models, analysis and guidance on designing optimized systems. Conduct system level analysis for finding bottlenecks and improving IP micro-architecture. Engage with partners in establishing high confidence in Arm IP and systems based on Arm technology. Mentoring team members.
What skills, experience, and qualifications do I need?
- Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with a strong computer architecture, microarchitecture, performance experience
- Proven experience in memory/interconnect performance modeling, workload analysis and methodologies, system performance, and providing effective solutions and guidance.
- Proficiency in C++ programming for large-scale software development and proficient with Perl or Python scripting language skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and open in engaging and learning new concepts and sharing with collaborators.
Desired requirements?
- Knowledge of SystemC Transaction Level Modeling and interconnect micro-architecture design, experience with Model correlation methodologies with RTL
- Experience with performance tools-their deployment, performance extrapolation methodologies for large systems, guiding and mentoring team members.
Desired behaviors?
At ARM, we are guided by our core beliefs that reflect our diverse environment and guide our decisions, defining how we work together to challenge mediocre and craft the phenomenal.
Salary Range:
$198,100-$268,000 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.
Job ID 2026-19402
Date posted Sep. 10, 2026
Location Austin, Texas
Category Software Engineering
Memory Controller Performance Architect
About Arm System IP
Arm System IP enables designers to build Arm AMBA systems that are high performance, power efficient and reliable. Configurable for many different applications, System IP is the right choice for your AI enabled system designs whether it is a high-efficiency IoT endpoint or a high-performance server SoC.
The collection of silicon proven interconnects, security IP, system controllers, debug and trace and IP tooling are all designed, validated, and optimized to be used with Arm Cortex processors and Arm Mali Multimedia IP. Built upon the open AMBA interface standard, Arm System IP provides design teams with the foundation for building better systems.
About the role
Arm is looking for an experienced IP and system performance modeling and analysis architect for SoC systems built using Arm IPs. You will collaborate with a brilliant team of performance engineers in driving development of new high-performance interconnect and memory controller IPs, optimizing AI in infrastructure, auto, and mobile systems, and productizing models for partner usage.
What will you be accountable for?
- Memory Controller IP and system model development and analysis: Optimize memory controller IP power and performance features using insights from system level analysis and bottlenecks with key workloads and KPIs. Develop Power and performance methodologies for enabling new workloads and usages with simulation and emulation. Work with various business units to provide models, analysis and guidance on designing optimized systems. Conduct system level analysis for finding bottlenecks and improving IP micro-architecture. Engage with partners in establishing high confidence in Arm IP and systems based on Arm technology. Mentoring team members.
What skills, experience, and qualifications do I need?
- Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with a strong computer architecture, microarchitecture, performance experience
- Proven experience in memory/interconnect performance modeling, workload analysis and methodologies, system performance, and providing effective solutions and guidance.
- Proficiency in C++ programming for large-scale software development and proficient with Perl or Python scripting language skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, strong initiative and open in engaging and learning new concepts and sharing with collaborators.
Desired requirements?
- Knowledge of SystemC Transaction Level Modeling and interconnect micro-architecture design, experience with Model correlation methodologies with RTL
- Experience with performance tools-their deployment, performance extrapolation methodologies for large systems, guiding and mentoring team members.
Desired behaviors?
At ARM, we are guided by our core beliefs that reflect our diverse environment and guide our decisions, defining how we work together to challenge mediocre and craft the phenomenal.
Salary Range:
$198,100-$268,000 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Performance Engineer
Frame your credentials around engineering explicitly
TN visa approval depends on your role qualifying under the Engineer category. Your resume, degree, and offer letter must all use engineering language. A title like Performance Analyst with no engineering framing can trigger a denial at the border.
Verify your degree aligns with engineering fields
CBP requires a degree in engineering or a directly related field. Computer Science often qualifies, but Information Technology degrees draw more scrutiny. If your degree title is ambiguous, get a credential evaluation from a recognized organization before your employer files anything.
Target employers with recent visa filing histories
Search Migrate Mate to find companies with recent visa filings for engineering roles. Employers experienced with visa sponsorship are already familiar with work visa processes, which can streamline their preparation of your TN support letter.
Ask employers to specify performance duties in the offer letter
Your TN support letter must describe duties that map clearly to engineering functions: load testing, latency analysis, infrastructure benchmarking. Generic language like improve system performance gives CBP officers less to work with and increases the chance of follow-up questions.
Use Migrate Mate to find Performance Engineer roles with TN sponsorship
Searching broadly wastes time on employers unfamiliar with TN requirements. Migrate Mate filters for Performance Engineer openings where employers are prepared to sponsor TN visas, so you're contacting decision-makers who already understand the process.
Prepare for port-of-entry questions about your specific role
Canadian citizens present their TN application directly to CBP without a consular appointment. Officers may ask how your daily tasks constitute engineering work. Practice explaining your performance testing and capacity planning responsibilities in concrete, technical terms before you travel.
Performance Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Performance Engineer role qualify for the TN visa?
Yes, if the role is structured as engineering work. The TN Engineer category covers performance engineering when your duties include systems analysis, capacity planning, load testing, or infrastructure optimization, and you hold a qualifying degree in engineering or a related field. Roles titled Performance Analyst without engineering framing are more likely to face scrutiny from CBP officers.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Performance Engineer positions?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no premium processing wait, so you can start work far faster than the H-1B visa timeline allows. Canadian applicants can receive approval at the port of entry the same day. The trade-off is that TN status does not carry dual intent, meaning it cannot be used as a direct pathway to a green card the way an H-1B petition can.
Where can I find Performance Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking roles with TN sponsorship. Rather than sorting through general job boards where TN eligibility is rarely listed, Migrate Mate surfaces Performance Engineer openings from employers already prepared to support the TN process, saving you significant time during your search.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, a description of engineering duties, the offered pay period and wage, your intended start date, and confirmation that you hold the required credentials. For Mexican citizens, this letter supports the consular visa application. For Canadian citizens, it is presented directly to CBP at the port of entry alongside your degree and any professional credentials.
Can I switch Performance Engineer employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you cannot begin work for the new employer until a new TN is approved. Canadian citizens can apply at a port of entry or a Canadian preclearance airport for the new employer before leaving the current job. Mexican citizens must schedule a new consular appointment. There is no formal grace period between employers under TN status, so timing your transition carefully with your new employer is essential.