Entry Level Software Developer in San Jose

At IBM Software, client challenges become practical solutions. The team builds AI-powered, cloud-native products that shape how businesses and society operate. IBMers get room to learn, grow, and make an impact at a global scale, in a setting fueled by curiosity and collaboration.

You will work with diverse technologies, partners, and industries to design, develop, and deliver solutions that power digital transformation. IBM Software values innovation, growth, and continuous learning, and you will have the tools and opportunities to advance your career while building software that matters.

IBM is looking for early career Software Developers to join product engineering teams across back-end, front-end, and full-stack areas. You will help design, build, and deliver modern, cloud-ready software that powers AI-enabled and hybrid cloud solutions. You will work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to create high-quality, scalable features for users and the business.

What You'll Do

• Contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software components.
• Build back-end services, APIs, or data workflows using languages such as Python, Java, or similar.
• Develop user interfaces using modern frameworks like React.
• Work with containerized applications and tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Apply debugging techniques and testing practices to ensure quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Learn and explore emerging technologies, including AI/LLM-based components and cloud-native tools.

Location Flexibility

By applying to this requisition, you agree to be considered for any of the listed locations associated with this position, and you are willing to work at the location where you are ultimately assigned. The items below are guidelines, and candidates with related or transferable skills are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++).
• Understanding of software development fundamentals, including version control and basic testing concepts.
• Familiarity with cloud environments, APIs, or container technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively in a team setting.
• Exposure to back-end or front-end frameworks (e.g., React, FastAPI, Flask, Spring Boot).
• Understanding of cloud-native technologies, CI/CD processes, or DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with NoSQL or relational databases.
• Interest or academic experience in AI/ML, including LLM-based systems or agent workflows.
• Experience building reusable components, responsive UIs, or scalable services.