ELH Software Engineer / Agent Engineer - EDA - Poughkeepsie 2027

IBM; Ionia (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

IBM's Electronic Design Automation (EDA) team seeks early-career engineers passionate about software, AI, and semiconductor design in New York. You will help design, develop, and deploy tools for IBM’s next-generation processors and computing systems, spanning logic design, verification, and timing analysis.

You'll work on AI-driven automation, tool development, and algorithm engineering, collaborating across IBM’s hardware and software teams to advance Agentic AI solutions for cutting-edge IC

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C, Java, Rust, or similar
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and digital logic design
• Coursework or project experience with AI or Agent Engineering
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to develop efficient algorithms and software solutions
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative, fast-paced engineering environments
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new technologies

Responsibilities

• AI-Driven Automation: Develop and deploy Agentic AI and machine learning solutions that automate complex chip design workflows, including synthesis and place-and-route
• Tool Development: Build and maintain software tools that support logic design, functional verification, timing analysis, and physical design
• Algorithm Engineering: Design and implement efficient algorithms and large-scale software systems that improve design quality and accelerate chip development
• Collaborative Innovation: Partner with hardware and software engineers across IBM to deliver solutions that shape the future of computing

Skills

C/C++

Java

Python

Data structures

Algorithms

AI/Agent Engineering

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

Linux

Git

Job description

Introduction

The IBM Electronic Design Automation (EDA) team is seeking motivated early-career engineers with a passion for software engineering, AI, and semiconductor design. Our team develops advanced software and Agentic AI solutions that drive the design and verification of IBM's next-generation processors and computing systems - spanning logic design, verification, synthesis, routing, and timing analysis.

Your Role and Responsibilities

EDA is at the center of IBM's Agentic AI transformation in semiconductor development. As an EDA Software Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, and deploy innovative tools used across IBM zSystems, Power Systems, Storage, and Quantum Computing products.

Work You Could Be Doing:

• AI-Driven Automation: Develop and deploy Agentic AI and machine learning solutions that automate complex chip design workflows, including synthesis and place-and-route.
• Tool Development: Build and maintain software tools that support logic design, functional verification, timing analysis, and physical design.
• Algorithm Engineering: Design and implement efficient algorithms and large-scale software systems that improve design quality and accelerate chip development.
• Collaborative Innovation: Partner with hardware and software engineers across IBM to deliver solutions that shape the future of computing.

Required Education

• High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with object-oriented programming languages such as C , Java, Rust, or similar
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages
• Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and digital logic design
• Coursework or project experience with AI or Agent Engineering
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to develop efficient algorithms and software solutions
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative, fast-paced engineering environments
• Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new technologies

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Knowledge of computer architecture and microarchitecture
• Familiarity with digital, VLSI, or semiconductor design concepts
• Experience with logic design, functional verification, synthesis, place-and-route, or timing analysis
• Experience with GenAI, Agentic AI systems, ML frameworks, or AI-assisted software development
• Experience developing software in Linux environments
• Understanding of software engineering practices, testing methodologies, and version control systems

About Business Unit

IBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world's most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future. Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfolio designed for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.

Your Life @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that dedication to our clients' success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment every day, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide ongoing feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team-focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions every day is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome-focused approach within everything that they do.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

About IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society, and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 500 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Other Relevant Job Details

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well-being
• Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long-term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
• Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience, and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part-time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

Locations

POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, United States