Data Engineer Associate — AI & Analytics, Hybrid

IBM; Town of Lansing (NY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting is seeking an entry-level Associate Data Engineer to transform data into actionable insights and support AI-driven projects across industries. You’ll gain hands-on client experience, mentorship, and access to certifications from day one.

You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, applying foundational skills in Python, SQL, and data processing to deliver business value and drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Currently completing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages such as Python, SQL, Java, or similar technologies.
• Foundational understanding of databases, data structures, data processing, and analytics concepts
• Foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI, or data‑driven decision‑making concepts gained through coursework, projects, research, certifications, IBM SkillsBuild, or self‑directed learning.
• Exposure to cloud technologies, modern data platforms, or data architectures through coursework, labs, projects, hackathons, or internships.
• Ability to communicate technical findings and data‑driven insights to both technical and business audiences.
• Demonstrated application of programming, data, or analytical skills through coursework, projects, research, internships, hackathons, or personal learning.

Responsibilities

• As an Associate Data Engineer at IBM, you'll help organizations transform data into actionable insights that improve decision‑making, accelerate innovation, and solve complex business challenges.
• You'll work with data, analytics, and Artificial Intelligence technologies to help clients uncover insights, improve performance, and create business value.
• You will collaborate with experienced consultants, data engineers, data scientists, AI specialists, and business professionals to build solutions.
• Through mentorship, certifications, structured learning, and hands‑on client experiences, you'll develop the skills needed to grow in data and AI consulting.

Skills

Python

SQL

Java

Databases

Data processing

AI basics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

IBM Consulting is seeking an entry-level Associate Data Engineer to transform data into actionable insights and support AI-driven projects across industries. You’ll gain hands-on client experience, mentorship, and access to certifications from day one.

You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, applying foundational skills in Python, SQL, and data processing to deliver business value and drive innovation.