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Graduate Engineer Review

at Arm

Graduate Scheme

Data Analysis, Front-end Development, Software Engineering

Cambridge

Review Submitted: August 2026

Overall Rating

4.8 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of the Role
4.6/5 - Experience & Company Culture
5/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at Arm?

It has been a great experience, I've been able to learn a lot and work on many different things. At the same time the pay is very good and so are the benefits available to us.

What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?

Main responsibilities I've had so far is working on different tasks either on my own or with other team members for developing APIs, front-end design, bug fixes, dev ops work, etc. I have also had the opportunity to mentor an intern and help design their summer project.

To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?

5/5
I feel like most of my work is valued highly by the team as it is necessary to the function of our applications.

How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?

5/5
It's very good, flexible working hours, good financial bonuses, lots of paid holiday, and other perks such as free eye tests, etc.

How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?

5/5
I am getting lots of good experience and it feels like the things I am learning are setting me up well for the future.

How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?

5/5
I have plenty of opportunities to learn in my role doing the normal tasks, but I am also encouraged to spend time developing new skills through online courses, getting certifications, and researching new technologies.

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?

4/5
Pretty good support, plenty of people who are friendly and supportive.

How is your work-life balance?

5/5
Lots of flexible working and paid time off.

What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?

5/5
General atmosphere is very good for quite a large company, it still feels reasonably human for now.

How would you rate Arm initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?

4/5
Mostly very good, but occasionally they make small mistakes or could be trying harder to be more inclusive.

How would you rate Arm CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?

5/5
We get to do volunteering each month during work hours and are supported to engage with the community around us.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Arm to a friend?

Yes

Why?

Good pay, good benefits, good flexibility, great learning opportunities, lots of varied roles.

How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?

5/5

When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Arm?

N/A
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