Your role and responsibilities

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IBM is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Backend Developer to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals to contribute to enterprise-scale software development projects, learn from experienced engineers, and grow within a global technology leader. You’ll help build and maintain backend systems that power IBM’s internal and external applications.Key Responsibilities

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•Assist in the development and maintenance of backend services, APIs, and data integrations.

•Collaborate with cross-functional teams including front-end developers, architects, and product managers.

•Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.

•Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging activities.

•Support deployment and monitoring of backend applications in cloud and hybrid environments.

•Continuously learn and apply best practices in software engineering and backend architecture.

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Required education

High School Diploma/GED

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Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

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Required technical and professional expertise

•Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

•Proficiency in Core Programming Languages (Python, Java, JavaScript, Golang or C++)

•Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle & Agile Methodologies (Scrums, DevOps workflows, exposure to CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins or Github Actions

•Basic understanding of RESTful APIs and databases (SQL/NoSQL).

•Exposure to version control systems like Git.•Strong problem-solving skills (analytical thinking, effective communication, adaptability) and eagerness to learn.

•Good communication and collaboration abilities.

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Preferred technical and professional experience

•Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

•Knowledge of containerization tools (Docker) and CI/CD pipelines.

•Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

•Programming Skills: C/C++ or another object-oriented language, Git, Linux,

•Scripting Skills: Python, APDL, TCL, Bash, Perl, or Java

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About the company

IBM

Company overview

IBM is a global technology company that sells software, consulting services, and infrastructure products to large organisations. IBM’s current focus areas include hybrid cloud, AI, cybersecurity, automation, and enterprise IT modernisation. IBM also operates a large consulting arm that delivers transformation programmes for clients across industries. IBM works with customers worldwide, from governments and banks to retailers and manufacturers.

Locations and presence

IBM operates globally with offices and client sites across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other regions, with headquarters in Armonk, New York. Working patterns vary by role and business unit, and public reporting shows IBM has required in-office or client-site presence (often at least three days a week) for some groups such as US managers and parts of the sales organisation.

Palpable Score

72.1

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IBM is a strong early-career option for people who want multiple entry doors, because IBM runs internships, apprenticeships, and named entry-level programmes alongside “entry level” job hiring. IBM is also more transparent than many large tech employers about the steps in the hiring process and how assessments work, including accommodations and asking for feedback. The main constraints are uneven pay transparency by country and role, plus limited public outcome data (conversion rates, promotion timelines) for early-career cohorts.

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Back End Developer

IBM