Entry level Hardware Developer - Rochester, MN - 2027

International Business Machines Corporation; Rochester (MN); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

International Business Machines Corporation in Rochester, MN is seeking an entry level Hardware Developer to help deliver high‑speed SERDES interfaces for Power and Z microprocessors in advanced 3nm technologies and beyond. You will design, simulate, and layout analog circuits using Cadence tools and contribute to PAM4 transitions.

You will perform circuit analysis with Spectre, assess manufacturability, and develop scripts in Python/C/C++.

Qualifications

• Understanding of analog circuit design theory and circuit design analysis.
• Projects in RTL design using Verilog/VHDL.
• Projects in Analog or PLL design.
• Python, C/C++, TCL skills.
• Inter-discipline design experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform schematic level design using Cadence design tools.
• Perform in-depth circuit analysis using Spectre and spice simulators.
• Analyze the design for manufacturability and end of life requirements.
• Develop various scripts to parse data using languages like Python.

Skills

Analog circuit design

RTL design Verilog/VHDL

Python

C/C++

TCL

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Cadence

Spectre

Python

C/C++

Verilog

VHDL

TCL

Job description

## Entry level Hardware Developer - Rochester, MN - 2027ROCHESTER, Minnesota, United StatesEntry Level* Email* X* LinkedInApply nowIntroductionIn 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 on-going 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.Your role and responsibilitiesAnalog Circuit Design EngineerYou will be part of the team that is responsible for delivering our high speed SERDES interfaces for IBM Power and Z microprocessors in advanced 3nm technologies and beyond. You will also help your new team transition the high-speed IO architecture from NMZ to PAM4 in support of future IBM microprocessors. You will use a combination of industry standard and IBM proprietary tools to design, simulate, and layout your circuits. You will have an opportunity to work on transmitter, receiver, PLL, or other analog designs. You will learn what it takes to develop and deliver complex analog circuits for IBM products.Responsibilities:* Perform schematic level design using Cadence design tools* Perform in-depth circuit analysis using Spectre and spice simulators* Analyze the design for manufacturability and end of life requirements* Develop various scripts to parse data using languages like PythonRequired educationHigh School Diploma/GEDPreferred educationBachelor's DegreeRequired technical and professional expertise* Understanding of analog circuit design theory and circuit design analysis* Projects in RTL design using Verilog/VHDL* Projects in Analog or PLL design* Python, C/C++, TCL skills* Inter-discipline design experiencePreferred technical and professional experience* Having taken an Analog Circuit Design course* Understanding of Interface terminology such as NMZ, PAM4, CTLE, DFE, PLLs, RX, TX and how these work within a High-Speed interface### ABOUT BUSINESS UNITIBM 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 @ IBMIn 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 everyday, 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 on-going 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 everyday 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 IBMIBM’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 DETAILSIBM 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 & experiencesWe 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.Job TitleEntry level Hardware Developer - Rochester, MN - 2027Date posted13-Oct-2026Job ID136982City / Township / VillageROCHESTERState / ProvinceMinnesotaCountryUnited StatesWork arrangementHybridArea of workInfrastructure & TechnologyEmployment typeRegularContract typeRegularProjected Minimum Salary per year98,000.00Projected Maximum Salary per year147,000.00Position typeEntry LevelTravel requiredNo TravelCompany(0147) International Business Machines CorporationShiftGeneral (daytime)Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?No