About the role#
As a Software Developer Intern in the Infrastructure team, you will work on enterprise-class software. You will build solutions that support hybrid cloud, storage, data protection, automation, and systems management. You will work with cross-functional teams to help clients manage and modernize their critical 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 to deployment.
- Collaborate with product management, architects, quality assurance, and operations teams.
- Build scalable, secure, and performant applications, services, APIs, and backend components.
- Troubleshoot software defects, performance issues, and customer-reported problems.
- Participate in architecture discussions, 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 including 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 command-line tools.
- Familiarity with databases, cloud computing, containerization, and CI/CD.
- Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, or Docker.
- Knowledge of storage, backup, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, or infrastructure technologies.
- Familiarity with AI/ML, automation frameworks, or observability practices.
- Understanding of DevSecOps and secure software development.
- Familiarity with IBM technologies or enterprise software products.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- The role is based in Poughkeepsie, New York.
- The work modality is hybrid.
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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