SW Developer Intern: Systems Assurance - Austin, TX & Rochester, MN - 2027

IBM; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM is seeking a Software or Hardware Development Engineer to contribute to the design, testing, and support of leading IBM technologies—including zSystems, Power Systems, Storage, and Quantum Systems. You will work on hardware and software integration, APIs, and optimize solutions for a diverse, global customer base.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, system validation, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams across geographies, with a focus on building scalable, reliable solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent.
• Experience designing scalable APIs, servers, services and apps.
• Solid understanding of client‑server architectures and networking.

Responsibilities

• Install and test hardware systems hands-on.
• Validate and characterize processors and systems.
• Support customers and field engineers with technical solutions.
• Design and test firmware architectures.
• Analyze failures and improve system reliability.
• Automate test suites and simulate customer environments.
• Develop and document test plans and procedures.
• Contribute to internal and external code repositories.
• Collaborate with global development teams.
• Install, configure, and validate AI Large Language Models (LLMs).

Skills

Client‑server architectures

Networking protocols

APIs design

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Testing skills

Curiosity & creativity

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

DevOps tools

Front-end frameworks

Debugging techniques

Job description

Introduction

Join IBM and be part of the team driving the quantum revolution and the AI era. As a Developer, you’ll work on the systems powering the future—from microprocessors to AI LLM solutions—while growing your skills in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Introduction

Join IBM and be part of the team driving the quantum revolution and the AI era. As a Developer, you’ll work on the systems powering the future—from microprocessors to AI LLM solutions—while growing your skills in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As a Software or Hardware Development Engineer, you’ll contribute to the design, testing, and support of IBM’s industry-leading technologies, including IBM zSystems, IBM Power Systems, IBM Storage, IBM Quantum Systems, with responsibilities such as but not limited to:

• Install and test hardware systems hands‑on.
• Validate and characterize processors and systems.
• Support customers and field engineers with technical solutions.
• Design and test firmware architectures.
• Analyze failures and improve system reliability.
• Automate test suites and simulate customer environments.
• Develop and document test plans and procedures.
• Contribute to internal and external code repositories.
• Collaborate with global development teams.
• Install, configure, and validate AI Large Language Models (LLMs).

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

Skills We’re Looking For

• Understanding of client-server architectures and networking protocols.
• Experience with application development and databases.
• Ability to design scalable APIs, servers, services, and applications.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Strong communication, design, and testing skills.
• Curiosity, creativity, and a client‑first mindset.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Familiarity with DevOps Tools: Exposure to DevOps tools and practices is beneficial for this role, allowing for smoother collaboration and automation in the software development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Front-End Development: Basic understanding of front‑end development principles and exposure to front‑end development frameworks can be advantageous in designing and delivering comprehensive software solutions.
• Understanding of L3 Support Engineering: Interest in L3 support engineering and exposure to debugging techniques can be helpful in resolving complex customer‑reported issues.