Senior Software Development Engineer

A career in IBM Software means you’ll be part of a team that transforms our customer’s challenges into solutions.

Seeking new possibilities and always staying curious, we are a team dedicated to creating the world’s leading AI-powered, cloud-native software solutions for our customers. Our renowned legacy creates endless global opportunities for our IBMers, so the door is always open for those who want to grow their career.

We are seeking a skilled back-end developer to join our IBM Software team. As part of our team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality software products, working with a variety of technologies and programming languages.

IBM’s product and technology landscape includes Research, Software, and Infrastructure. Entering this domain positions you at the heart of IBM, where growth and innovation thrive.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As a key member of our dynamic team, you will play a vital role in crafting exceptional software experiences. Your responsibilities will encompass the design and implementation of innovative features, fine-tuning and sustaining existing code for optimal performance, and guaranteeing top-notch quality through rigorous testing and debugging. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and you’ll be working closely with fellow developers, designers, and product managers to ensure our software aligns seamlessly with user expectations.

Preferred Education

Master's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise-level software development.
• Proficiency in designing and implementing Service-Oriented Architectures and modern API designs.
• Expertise in at least one object-oriented programming language, such as Java or C#.
• Strong foundation in modern development practices, including Agile/Kanban methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps principles including familiarity with Docker/Podman, Kubernetes, observability tools.
• Proven experience with system design using cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address challenging technical issues effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.

• Experience working in fast-paced development environments with iterative software design methodologies.
• Passion for designing and implementing scalable, programmatic solutions in complex systems.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrated technical leadership experience in building and delivering complex software systems.
• In-depth knowledge of data structures, algorithms, asynchronous architectures, multi-threaded/concurrent programming.
• Familiarity with AI/ML technologies and their integration into enterprise applications.
• Expertise in best practices for the software development lifecycle, including code reviews, build processes, and automated testing.
• Experience building large-scale applications using modern frameworks and technologies.
• Previous experience mentoring and guiding junior engineers to achieve their career goals.