2025 marked significant progress for Windows on Arm, Microsoft’s version of the Windows operating system optimized for devices powered by Arm architecture. Many recent Windows devices now feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processors. Adobe and other software developers have released native Arm-based applications, improving performance and efficiency for users.
Microsoft is trying to accelerate this momentum with a new internal effort named “Project Strong ARMed.” The initiative surfaced through a job posting on Microsoft’s Career Hub for a Software Engineer position (found by Windows Latest) in Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom. Although the title appears generic, the description reveals a strategic focus on Arm64 architecture within the company’s Experiences & Devices (E+D) division.
The role centers on supporting Microsoft’s transition to Arm64 by enabling compatibility with the company’s first-party silicon, Cobalt 100. According to the posting, the engineer will develop and deploy AI-powered software agents that automatically convert existing x64 applications to Arm-compatible formats, including AnyCPU targets and even cross-platform ports from Windows to Linux.
Microsoft’s push to expand the Arm application ecosystem coincides with the rollout of its Copilot+ PCs, which rely exclusively on Snapdragon processors to support on-device AI processing. By closing the gap between available x64 applications and native Arm software, Microsoft aims to enhance the utility and appeal of these devices. Microsoft hopes to reach wider adoption of Copilot+ capabilities, which depend on local AI execution enabled by Arm-based hardware.
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