Software Developer Intern

IBM; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

IBM Infrastructure is seeking a Software Developer Intern to design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-class software solutions powering IBM's hybrid cloud, storage, and security offerings. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable solutions for modern IT environments.

The role emphasizes learning through full software lifecycle participation, DevOps practices, and exposure to Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker, and cloud-native architectures.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript.
• Understanding of software design principles, object-oriented programming, and data structures.
• Experience developing REST APIs, microservices, or distributed systems.
• Knowledge of Git and Linux/Unix environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions.
• Participate in full software development lifecycle from requirements to deployment.
• Collaborate with product management, architects, QA, support, and operations teams.
• Develop scalable, secure, and performant applications, services, APIs, and backend components.
• Troubleshoot defects and performance bottlenecks; resolve customer-reported issues.
• Contribute to architecture discussions and code reviews.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and test plans.
• Implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines to improve quality.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and propose improvements.
• Support Agile processes and participate in sprint ceremonies.

Skills

Java

Python

Go

C++

JavaScript

REST APIs

Microservices

Git

Linux

Data structures

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Introduction

“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.”

As a Software Developer Intern within IBM Infrastructure, you will design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise-class software solutions that power IBM's infrastructure offerings, including hybrid cloud, storage, data protection, automation, security, and systems management products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable solutions that help clients modernize and manage their critical IT environments.

Your Role And Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions using modern software engineering practices.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and support.
• Collaborate with product management, architects, quality assurance, support, and operations teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Develop scalable, secure, and performant applications, services, APIs, and backend components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, performance bottlenecks, and customer-reported issues.
• Contribute to architecture discussions, technical design reviews, and code reviews.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, test plans, and operational procedures.
• Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices to improve software quality and delivery efficiency.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to products, processes, and development methodologies.
• Support agile development processes and actively participate in sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and backlog refinement activities.

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, C++, JavaScript, or similar.
• Understanding of software design principles, object-oriented programming, and data structures.
• Experience developing REST APIs, microservices, or distributed systems.
• Knowledge of source control systems such as Git.
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools.
• Understanding of software testing methodologies, debugging, and performance analysis.
• Familiarity with databases, including relational and/or NoSQL technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts, containerization, and CI/CD practices.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker, or cloud-native architectures.
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud platforms and infrastructure management solutions.
• Experience with storage, backup, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, or enterprise infrastructure technologies.
• Familiarity with AI/ML, automation frameworks, or agentic AI solutions.
• Experience building highly available, scalable distributed systems.
• Knowledge of observability, monitoring, logging, and site reliability engineering (SRE) practices.
• Experience with DevSecOps, security best practices, and secure software development.
• Familiarity with IBM technologies, Red Hat OpenShift, IBM Cloud, or enterprise software products.