[Confluent] - Software Developer

IBM; Markham; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Software is transforming client challenges into AI-powered, cloud-native software solutions that accelerate digital transformation. You will work on distributed systems at scale, architecting end-to-end solutions and guiding the team to adopt state-of-the-art tech.

A Master’s degree is preferred, with 1+ years in software development and cloud production experience. Join a collaborative, innovation-driven environment where you can grow and influence IBM’s product and technology landscape on

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 1+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Experience delivering large-scale, secure, highly available systems.
• Production cloud services experience and on-call rotation participation.
• Strong collaboration and ability to mentor teammates.

Responsibilities

• Work with distributed systems, cloud-native development, and secure, scalable data integration.
• Architect a complex engineering system from end to end.
• Evaluate and enhance the efficiency of the platform's technology stack, keeping pace with industry trends.
• Solve complex technical projects with high quality and provide guidance to the team.
• Improve stability, performance, scalability, and operational excellence across critical systems.

Skills

Software development experience

Distributed systems design

Cloud-native development practices

On-call production support experience

Collaboration and mentorship

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Java

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Networking & security

Job description

Introduction

At IBM Software, we transform client challenges into solutions. Building the world’s leading AI-powered, cloud-native products that shape the future of business and society. Our legacy of innovation creates endless opportunities for IBMers to learn, grow, and make an impact on a global scale. Working in Software means joining a team fueled by curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies, partners, and industries to design, develop, and deliver solutions that power digital transformation. With a culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning, IBM Software places you at the heart of IBM’s product and technology landscape. Here, you’ll have the tools and opportunities to advance your career while creating software that changes the world.

Introduction

At IBM Software, we transform client challenges into solutions. Building the world’s leading AI-powered, cloud-native products that shape the future of business and society. Our legacy of innovation creates endless opportunities for IBMers to learn, grow, and make an impact on a global scale. Working in Software means joining a team fueled by curiosity and collaboration. You’ll work with diverse technologies, partners, and industries to design, develop, and deliver solutions that power digital transformation. With a culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning, IBM Software places you at the heart of IBM’s product and technology landscape. Here, you’ll have the tools and opportunities to advance your career while creating software that changes the world.

Your Role And Responsibilities

What You Will Do :

• Work with distributed systems, cloud-native development, and secure, scalable data integration
• Architect a complex engineering system from end to end
• Evaluate and enhance the efficiency of our platform's technology stack, keeping pace with industry trends and adopting state-of-the-art solutions
• Solve complicated technical projects with high quality and provide technical guidance to the team in specialized areas
• Enhance the stability, performance, scalability, and operational excellence across multiple critical systems

Preferred Education

Master's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• 1+ years of relevant software development experience
• Experience with delivery of large-scale, secure, highly available, low latency, high quality systems
• Experience running production services in the cloud and being part of on call rotation
• Familiarity with cloud-native technology, including networking & security
• Experience with Java, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms is highly valued

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Strong collaboration skills and a growth mindset are essential, given the team's cross‑functional nature and focus on mentorship and operational excellence
• Prior experience working on AWS, GCP, or Azure and a deep understanding of cloud best practices
• BS Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. An advanced degree in computer science is preferred