IBM Software develops AI-powered, cloud-native products that help transform client challenges into business and societal solutions. The entry-level Software Developer will participate in Agile development, build user interfaces, apply software testing and debugging practices, and work with APIs, databases, and cloud-based services.
Participate in Agile development cycles: design, code, test, and support
Translate wire-frames into functional user interfaces
Learn and apply best practices in software development testing and debugging
Work with APIs, databases, and cloud-based services
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED
Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program majoring in Computer Science or related field
Must be eligible and available for an in-person, full-time co-op (40h/week) between January 2026 and June 2026
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and UI frameworks (React, Angular, Vue)
Basic knowledge of backend technologies: Node.js, Java, Python, SQL
Understanding of software development tools (Git, IDEs) and version control
Exposure to automation testing frameworks and APIs
Awareness of operating systems, container technologies, and cloud platforms
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Experience with cloud platforms (IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure)
Contributions to open-source projects
Familiarity with Agile tools and methodologies
Linux or Unix based OS
Any one modern programming language like GO, NodeJS, JavaScript, Python
Integrated development environments (e.g.: Eclipse, Visual Studio Code)
Familiarity with Source control management (e.g. Git): to enable teams to work together to manage changes to source code
Knowledge of containers, containers orchestration software, cloud platforms
Knowledge of SQL and relational database technology (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, Db2, Oracle, SQL Server)
Knowledge of automating infrastructure, testing, and deployments using tools like Jenkins, Puppeteer, Selenium, Playwright, Cypress or any other automation framework
Knowledge of Deployment tools like Jenkins, Travis: for ensuring the latest software release is packaged correctly, tested, and deployed to an application server
Development experience with REST API development
Benefits
Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long-term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs
Paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform
Industry-recognized certifications to achieve career goals
Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups
Giving & volunteer opportunities
Discounts on retail products, services & experiences
Hybrid work arrangement
IBM provides technology and consulting, including software, infrastructure systems, and cloud-based solutions.
