Level 6 Software Engineer Apprentice, Digital Technology Solutions

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Join us on our Degree Apprenticeship program and grow within one of the most historical UK-forged technology companies!

Acquire the technical knowledge to propel your career, whilst also working with some of the brightest minds in industry. All whilst avoiding any student loans & obtaining a yearly salary.

 

About the Apprenticeship Program

  • 3 Year Degree Program studying towards a Digital Technology Solutions Level 6 Degree
  • You will spend at least 20% of your time on academic work (one day a week), with the other 80% spent gaining work experience and on-the-job training
  • Academic study will be delivered remotely
  • You will have a line manager, industrial tutor, buddy and academic tutor as well as program support
  • Depending on the study and group you join, you could rotate throughout your Apprenticeship giving you a wide range of experience across teams within Arm

 

What will I be working on?

Each team offers a new perspective and challenge. The rotations we offer are in a blend of different teams and are subject to business demand. See below for a few examples:

  • Online tools group – developing tools for Keil Studio
  • Data Science – from Python projects to enabling AArch64
  • Machine Learning – analysing machine learning workloads
  • High Performance Compute – developing reference software stacks
  • Compilers – developing compilers in C++
  • Firmware – developing secure firmware
  • Linux Kernel – debugging and testing

 

Why Join Arm?

We’re one of the world’s leading tech companies, with more than 40 locations in 19 countries, and our technology spans everything from the no. 1 supercomputer to the micro:bits used in thousands of schools worldwide.

 

But, unlike many technology companies, we’re not big on hierarchy – so if you have a new concept, a project to pitch or a different approach to a problem, we want to hear about it. We nurture an entrepreneurial approach at every level, welcoming all perspectives to see opportunities and solve problems. After all, here at Arm, ideas are within our DNA.

 

As well as our expansive digital-first approach, you can expect a truly rewarding experience. Plus a whole range of great Arm benefits – including 25 days holiday, comprehensive health care and a competitive salary.

 

Who We’re Looking For

Our Apprentices come to us from a variety of backgrounds and subject areas. Many are school or college leavers taking their first steps in tech, but we also welcome people with broader life experience, and career changers who may have gained experience in a different field and are eager for a new challenge.

 

Formal qualifications aren’t the most important factor. What we look for in our Apprentices is passion, potential and, above all, curiosity.

 

We want people who can show us why they’re interested in working in tech, how they imagine their future, and specifically why they think Arm is the right place for them.

 

Entry requirements
To apply for this program you need:

  • To hold, or be on track to achieve 104 UCAS points by September 2025. (Equivalent of BCC at A-level) BTEC's, Level 3 qualifications and International baccalaureate are welcome. Please use the UCAS points tariff calculator to translate your qualifications.
  • GCSE Maths & English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent qualifications)
  • The UK government requires that you have lived in the country for at least three years and have obtained permission from the UK government to reside in the country (not for educational purposes) to be eligible for apprenticeship funding. Alternatively, you can qualify if you have pre-settled or settled status.

Please note: To be eligible for an apprenticeship, you have to be gaining new skills and therefore cannot apply for an apprenticeship in a subject area that you already have a degree in.

 

A successful apprentice will

  • have a keen interest in Software Development/Programming and Electronics
  • be able to explain why they're interested in working in tech and specifically why they think Arm is the right place for them.
  • Enjoy solving problems and overcoming logical barriers
  • Hold excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
  • We always want to hear more about your experience and the projects you have worked on. Please include any extracurricular activity which will help your application on your CV.

In Return
A key part of every new job is ‘what’s in it for me?’ On top of the already compelling Life at arm, we are famous of our team culture - including Friday focus times, regular career conversations, remarkable diversity-, equity and inclusion approach and continuous improvement mentality. We have quarterly ‘days of care’ devoted to wellbeing as well as ‘connect days’ where teams socialise and connect with the wider business.

 

‘Giving back’ is also a core part of life at Arm, everyone here can volunteer half a day a month through Team Arm and there are lots of opportunities to do something meaningful and impactful both locally and globally.

 

Additional Information

 

Salary- £28,350

 

Start Date- 8th September 2025

 

Course Details-Digital Technology Solutions

Application Closing Date: 24th February 2024

 

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Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want our people toDo Great Things. If you need support or an accommodation toBe Your Brilliant Selfduring the recruitment process, please email . To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation 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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