About the role#
As a Back End Developer Intern, you will work on projects that impact users globally. You will collaborate with architects, product managers, and developers to build and maintain backend services, APIs, and internal tooling. This role offers the opportunity to gain experience in enterprise-scale software development while working across system architectures.
What you'll do#
- Assist in developing and maintaining backend services, APIs, and data integrations.
- Collaborate with front-end developers, architects, and product managers.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging.
- Support the deployment and monitoring of backend applications in cloud, enterprise, and hybrid environments.
- Learn and apply software engineering and backend architecture best practices.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of software development concepts and the software development lifecycle.
- Experience in one or more of the following: C, C++, Golang, Ruby, Python, Perl, SQL, Java, JavaScript, or shell scripting.
- Familiarity with APIs, JSON, and web services.
- Understanding of operating systems, container technologies, and virtualization concepts.
- Exposure to DevOps workflows and CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
- Knowledge of computer security, cryptography, and AI fundamentals.
- Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker or Kubernetes.
- Exposure to Assembly language.
- Strong problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and an eagerness to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: Poughkeepsie, New York, United States.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Term: Rolling.
About IBM
IBM provides IT services and consulting to a global client base. The company develops technology solutions across areas such as cloud computing, security, analytics, and infrastructure. It operates as a public organization with more than 10,001 employees. The corporate headquarters are located in Armonk, New York.
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