Level 6 Software Engineer Apprentice

Arm; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Cambridge is offering a Level 6 Apprenticeship in Digital Technology Solutions. This 3-year program allows participants to gain hands-on experience while earning a competitive salary of £29,000. Apprentices will engage in academic learning and rotations across various tech teams. Ideal candidates will demonstrate curiosity about tech and excellent communication skills. Join us to kick-start your career without student debt and become part of an innovative culture that values new ideas.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday

Comprehensive healthcare

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Must hold, or be on track to achieve, 104 UCAS points by September 2026.
• Requires GCSE Maths and English at Grade C / Grade 4 or above.
• Eligible for apprenticeship funding and not already holding similar qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Work on real projects and develop skills in various technical areas.
• Engage in 20% academic learning with a dedicated tutor.
• Participate in rotations across different teams.

Skills

Curiosity about Software Development

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

104 UCAS points

GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/Grade 4

Job description

Learn. Earn. Innovate.

Kick-start your career with our Level 6 Apprenticeship and step straight into the world of tech at one of the UK’s most iconic technology companies.

Build real skills, work on real projects, and learn from experts who are passionate about what they do — all while earning a salary and gaining a recognised qualification. No student debt. Just hands-on experience and a fast track into tech.

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’ll be supported throughout the programme with a dedicated academic tutor, regular check-ins, access to study skills and wellbeing support, and workplace mentoring to help you succeed both academically and professionally
• 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 new point of view and a fresh challenge. Rotations vary depending on business needs and may change over time. To give you a sense of the kinds of work you could be involved in, example rotations may include:

• Data Science – from Python projects to enabling AArch64
• Machine Learning – analysing machine learning workloads
• High Performance Computing – 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 technology companies, with over 40 locations across multiple countries worldwide. Our technology powers everything from the world’s number one supercomputer to the micro:bits used by thousands of students in classrooms worldwide. But what really sets us apart? Our culture.

At Arm, we’re not big on hierarchy. If you’ve got a new idea, a bold concept, or a different way of solving a problem, we want to hear it. We encourage an entrepreneurial mindset at every level, valuing fresh perspectives and bold thinking, because at Arm, ideas are in our DNA.

Alongside our digital-first way of working, you’ll enjoy a genuinely rewarding experience and a range of great benefits, including 25 days’ holiday, comprehensive healthcare, and a competitive salary.

Who We’re Looking For:

Our apprentices come from all kinds of backgrounds and experiences. Many are school or college leavers taking their first steps into tech, but we also welcome career-changers and those bringing skills from different industries who are ready for a fresh challenge.

Formal qualifications aren’t everything. What matters most to us is your passion, your potential, and above all, your curiosity.

We’re looking for people who can tell us why tech excites them, where they see their future going, and why Arm feels like the right place to grow and build their career.

Entry requirements:

• To hold, or be on track to achieve, 104 UCAS points by September 2026 (equivalent to BCC at A-level). We welcome A-levels, BTECs, other Level 3 qualifications, and the International Baccalaureate. You can use the UCAS tariff calculator to check equivalency.
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C / Grade 4 or above (or equivalent)

To be eligible for apprenticeship funding, you must also:

• Have lived in the UK, a British Overseas Territory, or the Isle of Man / Channel Islands for the three consecutive years prior to the apprenticeship start date.
• Have the right to live and work in the UK for the full duration of the apprenticeship and for at least 12 months beyond the planned end date.
• Not be enrolled on another apprenticeship or studying a course funded by a student loan.
• Require new learning through the apprenticeship. This means you are not eligible if you already hold a qualification at the same or higher level in a closely related subject area.

A successful apprentice will:

• have a keen curiosity about 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 for 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.

Our 10x mindset guides how we engineer, collaborate, and grow. Understand what it means and how to reflect 10x in your work: 10x mindset details available at careers.arm.com/en/10x-mindset

Additional Information

Salary: £29,000

Start Date: 7th September 2026

Course Details: Digital Technology Solutions

Application Closing Date: 1st March 2026

Final-stage Interviews: in-person assessment centres will take place in late April (Manchester and Sheffield) and early May (Cambridge).

Accommodation and Equal Opportunities: 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.