Your role and responsibilities

IBM is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Backend Developer to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for Interns 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.

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Key Responsibilities

•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

•Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

•Familiarity 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 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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