Portfolio Software Full Stack Engineer (Contractor)

Design, develop and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js, TypeScript and modern backend frameworks such as Express.js or similar.

Design and implement RESTful APIs and service integrations.

Develop maintainable, well-tested and performant code following engineering best practices.

Design data models and work with relational and NoSQL databases where appropriate.

Improve application reliability, observability and performance through monitoring, logging and optimisation.

Write clean, maintainable and well-documented code following established coding standards.

Perform thorough code reviews and provide constructive technical feedback.

Review and validate AI-generated code , ensuring correctness, maintainability, security and adherence to engineering standards.

Contribute to improving development workflows, automation and engineering best practices.

Participate in technical design discussions and contribute to system architecture decisions.

Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

Collaborate closely with frontend developers, product owners and other engineers to deliver high-quality software.

Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing across the team.

Leverage modern AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity.

Evaluate the suitability of AI-generated implementations and identify potential issues or improvements.

Stay current with emerging AI development tooling and software engineering practices.

Experience with Python for scripting, automation or backend services.

Experience with cloud platforms , such as AWS, Azure or GCP.

Knowledge of containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes .

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices .

Experience with testing frameworks and automated testing strategies.

Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA.

Prior experience developing internal engineering tools or finance-related software products.

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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.

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Working in software engineering at Arm is about shaping a future of technology for which we don't yet have words. Our engineers lead innovation in physical IP, AI and machine learning, cloud architecture, automotive tech, and every aspect of computing that matters.

Spanning software's full spectrum, from compilers to AI-powered IoT and beyond, your code can enable virtually anything to be produced on silicon. Whether you're developing award-winning VR gaming or life-enhancing medical equipment, you can improve the lives of millions by being your brilliant self at Arm.

At Arm, you'll influence 100% of the world's connected devices and all their applications. From healthcare and infrastructure to virtual reality, you'll affect nearly all industries worldwide, racing toward new milestones and achievements together.

We create a safe space for you to nurture both your physical and mental wellbeing.

We empower people to experience life beyond the boundaries of standard work patterns.

We provide benefits beyond a competitive salary to reward our people for their dedication and contributions.

We foster professional and personal development, building a supportive community where everyone can thrive.

Life in the office doesn’t get any better, especially when those offices are as sleek as ours and the people in them are innovative and supportive. Combine that with our focus on delivering as One Arm, and you’ll experience the kind of collaboration and togetherness that’s rare to find elsewhere. We share so much in common, not least a passion for progress, but we also celebrate each other's diversity.