Entry-Level Software Developer 2027 - Lowell

IBM; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Software is seeking early career Software Developers to join product engineering teams across back-end, front-end, and full-stack areas. In this role, you will help design, build, and deliver modern, cloud-ready software that powers AI-enabled and hybrid cloud solutions.

You will work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to create high quality, scalable features that support both our users and our business.

Qualifications

• Experience with at least one programming language (Python/Java/JavaScript/TypeScript/C++).
• Understanding of software development fundamentals including version control and testing.
• Familiarity with cloud environments, APIs, or container technologies like Docker/Kubernetes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, development, testing, and maintenance of software components.
• Build back-end services, APIs, or data workflows using Python/Java or similar.
• Develop user interfaces using modern frameworks like React.
• Work with containerized applications and tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Apply debugging techniques and testing practices to ensure quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Learn and explore emerging technologies, including AI/LLM-based components and cloud-native tools.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

C++

Software development

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

APIs

React

CI/CD

Job description

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.

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

We are looking for early career Software Developers to join our product engineering teams across back-end, front-end, and full-stack areas. In this role, you will help design, build, and deliver modern, cloud ready software that powers our AI enabled and hybrid cloud solutions. You will work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to create high quality, scalable features that support both our users and our business.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software components.
• Build back-end services, APIs, or data workflows using languages such as Python, Java, or similar.
• Develop user interfaces using modern frameworks like React.
• Work with containerized applications and tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Apply debugging techniques and testing practices to ensure quality and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.
• Learn and explore emerging technologies, including AI/LLM-based components and cloud-native tools.

Location Flexibility: By applying to this requisition, you acknowledge and agree to be considered for any of the listed locations associated with this position and are willing to work at the location where you are ultimately assigned.

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

The items below serve as guidelines. Candidates with related or transferable skills are encouraged to apply.)

• Experience working with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++).
• Understanding of software development fundamentals, including version control and basic testing concepts.
• Familiarity with cloud environments, APIs, or container technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively in a team setting.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Exposure to back-end or front-end frameworks (e.g., React, FastAPI, Flask, Spring Boot).
• Understanding of cloud-native technologies, CI/CD processes, or DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with NoSQL or relational databases.
• Interest or academic experience in AI/ML, including LLM-based systems or agent workflows.
• Experience building reusable components, responsive UIs, or scalable services.