About the role#
As a Software Developer Intern within the IBM Infrastructure department, you will design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions that support hybrid cloud, storage, data protection, automation, and security products. You will work with cross-functional teams to build scalable and secure applications that help clients manage their IT environments.
What you'll do#
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software using modern engineering practices.
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis to deployment and support.
- Collaborate with product management, architects, quality assurance, and operations teams.
- Develop performant applications, services, APIs, and backend components.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance bottlenecks.
- Contribute to architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and code reviews.
- Create technical documentation, test plans, and operational procedures.
- Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
- Support agile processes by participating in sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives.
What you'll need#
- Proficiency in at least one programming language like Java, Python, Go, C++, or JavaScript.
- Understanding of software design principles, object-oriented programming, and data structures.
- Experience with REST APIs, microservices, or distributed systems.
- Knowledge of Git and Linux/Unix environments.
- Familiarity with databases, cloud computing, containerization, and CI/CD practices.
- Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, or Docker.
- Knowledge of hybrid cloud platforms, storage, backup, disaster recovery, or cybersecurity technologies.
- Familiarity with AI/ML, automation frameworks, or observability and SRE practices.
- Understanding of DevSecOps and secure software development.
- Interest in IBM technologies, Red Hat OpenShift, or IBM Cloud.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science.
Location & details#
- Location: Rochester, Minnesota.
- Work modality: Hybrid.
- Employment type: Full-time internship.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
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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