Internship: System Test SW Developer (Poughkeepsie)

Job Description

Join IBM and be part of the team driving the quantum revolution and the AI era. As a Developer, you'll work on the systems powering the future, from microprocessors to AI LLM solutions, while growing your skills in a collaborative, innovative environment.

As a Software or Hardware Development Intern, you'll contribute to the design, testing, and support of IBM's industry-leading technologies, including IBM zSystems, IBM Power Systems, IBM Storage, and IBM Quantum Systems. Responsibilities include:

• Install and test hardware systems hands-on.
• Validate and characterize processors and systems.
• Support customers and field engineers with technical solutions.
• Design and test firmware architectures.
• Analyze failures and improve system reliability.
• Automate test suites and simulate customer environments.
• Develop and document test plans and procedures.
• Contribute to internal and external code repositories.
• Collaborate with global development teams.
• Install, configure, and validate AI Large Language Models (LLMs).

Skills We're Looking For

• Understanding of client-server architectures and networking protocols.
• Experience with application development and databases.
• Ability to design scalable APIs, servers, services, and applications.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Strong communication, design, and testing skills.
• Curiosity, creativity, and a client-first mindset.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices.
• Basic understanding of front-end development principles and frameworks.
• Interest in L3 support engineering and exposure to debugging techniques.