Associate Application Developer IBM Tech & Red Hat - 2027

Socket.dev; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship program

Job summary

IBM in Baton Rouge is seeking an Associate Application Developer to help teams transform client services using modern applications and cloud technologies. You’ll gain hands-on project experience, mentorship, and industry-recognized certifications while contributing to diverse projects across multiple sectors.

The role emphasizes learning, growth, and strong foundation in software development. As part of the IBM Tech & Red Hat practice, you’ll work on application modernization, automation, hybrid

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in CS/SE/IS or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar, plus SQL.
• Understanding of software development fundamentals, databases, APIs, cloud computing, and enterprise applications.
• Exposure to application development, data, or cloud-related projects through coursework, internships, research, or personal learning.
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control tools.
• Curiosity about enterprise technologies, AI, cloud solutions, and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Support client projects across healthcare, financial services, public sector, and other industries.
• Gain hands-on project experience and mentorship while contributing to real-world solutions.
• Align to IBM Tech & Red Hat practices, developing expertise in modern applications, automation, and cloud environments.
• Collaborate with consultants, developers, architects, and AI specialists to build impact across engagements.

Skills

Java

Python

JavaScript

SQL

Git

Linux

Kubernetes

Docker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/Information Systems or related field

Tools

Git

Linux

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

As an Associate Application Developer at IBM, you'll help organizations transform how they serve customers, improve operations, and accelerate digital innovation through modern applications and cloud technologies.
No two projects are exactly alike. You could support healthcare, financial services, public sector, federal sector, automotive, energy, retail, industrial, or manufacturing clients. You'll gain hands-on project experience, professional and technical mentoring, career coaching, industry-recognized certifications, and exposure to emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence and automation.
Your journey is unique, and so is your career path. As you begin your career at IBM,you'llbe aligned to the technology practice that best matches business needs, your academic background, technical skills, project experience, and career interests. Many of our associates join IBM with a broad foundation in computer science or software engineering, not prior experience in a specific platform or technology. You do not need experience in every listed technology.
Through structured learning, mentorship, certifications, and hands-on client projects,you'llbuild specializedexpertisewithin your assigned practice while developing the consulting, communication, and technical skills needed to solve complex business challenges.
As part of our IBM Tech & Red Hat practice,you'llwork on solutions that support application modernization, automation, hybrid cloud environments, and enterprise platforms.You'llcollaborate with experienced consultants, developers, architects, and AI specialists while building skills through certifications, mentorship, and hands-on client experiences.
We're not looking for experts; we hire for potential, curiosity, and a passion for learning. Whether you've built software in the classroom, participated in hackathons, completed internships, or worked on personal projects, we'd love to meet you.
During your first year, you'll build technical expertise, earn certifications, contribute to client projects, strengthen your consulting and communication skills, and establish a strong foundation for long-term career growth at IBM.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: 4 days a week in office based on project requirements

• Currently completing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

• Foundational knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar technologies, along with foundational knowledge of SQL.
• Understanding of software development fundamentals, databases, APIs, cloud computing, and enterprise applications.
• Exposure to application development, data, or cloud-related projects through coursework, internships, research, or personal learning.
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control tools.
• Curiosity about enterprise technologies, Artificial Intelligence, cloud solutions, and digital transformation.

You don't need to be an expert to get started. We're looking for individuals with a strong foundation, a growth mindset, and a desire to learn and make an impact.

Bring your curiosity. Grow your skills. Build what's next, like an IBMer.

• Exposure to open-source technologies, containers, cloud platforms, or modern application development.

• Familiarity with Linux, Kubernetes, Docker, DevOps, or automation concepts.
• Interest in hybrid cloud, Artificial Intelligence, and continuous learning.