QA/Test Developer Intern: Systems Assurance - Poughkeepsie, NY - 2027

Join IBM and be part of the team driving the quantum revolution and the AI era. As a Developer, you’ll work on the systems powering the future—from microprocessors to AI LLM solutions—while growing your skills in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As a QA/Test Development Engineer, you’ll contribute to the design, testing, and support of IBM’s industry-leading technologies, including IBM zSystems, IBM Power Systems, IBM Storage, IBM Quantum Systems, with responsibilities such as but not limited to:

• Install and test hardware systems hands-on.
• Validate and characterize processors and systems.
• Support customers and field engineers with technical solutions.
• Design and test firmware architectures.
• Analyze failures and improve system reliability.
• Automate test suites and simulate customer environments.
• Develop and document test plans and procedures.
• Contribute to internal and external code repositories.
• Collaborate with global development teams.
• Install, configure, and validate AI Large Language Models (LLMs).

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

Skills We’re Looking For

• Familiarity with one or more programming languages such as C++, C, Java, Ruby, Python, Perl, SQL
• Experience with application development and databases.
• Ability to design scalable APIs, servers, services, and applications.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Strong communication, design, problem solving and testing skills.
• Curiosity, creativity, and a client-first mindset.

• Familiarity with Industry-Leading Practices: Exposure to industry-leading practices for exploratory testing and test automation, including unit tests, integration tests, and functional tests.
• Basic Understanding of Quality Technologies: Knowledge of quality technologies and testing standards, including their application in ensuring product robustness and failure scenario refactoring.
• Exposure to Defect Analysis Tools: Familiarity with tools and techniques used for defect identification, root cause analysis, and prevention methods.