Hybrid Hardware Test Engineer - IBM Z Systems, Entry Level

International Business Machines Corporation; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

IBM Z Engineering System Test hardware engineer role in Poughkeepsie involves testing IBM Z mainframe hardware and firmware, collaborating with firmware and systems teams to ensure proper hardware-software integration, and supporting lab testing activities including bring-up and verification.

The position emphasizes strong communication, Python scripting, and a growth mindset in a dynamic hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Strong communication skills including documentation
• Interest in hardware, software or testing and a growth mindset

Responsibilities

• Assist in testing mainframe hardware components including processors, memory modules, and I/O systems
• Collaborate with firmware and systems engineering teams to ensure hardware-software integration
• Help diagnose and resolve hardware issues through testing, debugging, and failure analysis
• Support lab testing efforts including hardware bring-up, functional verification, and environmental testing

Skills

Python scripting

Strong communication

Growth mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

IBM Z Engineering System Test hardware engineer role in Poughkeepsie involves testing IBM Z mainframe hardware and firmware, collaborating with firmware and systems teams to ensure proper hardware-software integration, and supporting lab testing activities including bring-up and verification.

The position emphasizes strong communication, Python scripting, and a growth mindset in a dynamic hybrid work environment.