IBM is hiring a Software Developer in Austin, Texas, offering an estimated annual salary of $115,000–$150,000. This is a strong opportunity for software professionals who enjoy building scalable solutions, solving complex technical problems, and working with modern technologies at a globally recognized technology company. If you’re looking to advance your software development career in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment, this role could be a great fit.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | IBM |
| Role | Software Developer |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; relevant experience may also be considered |
| Job Location | Austin, TX, USA |
| Salary | $115,000–$150,000 per year |
| Work Type | On-site / Hybrid* |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Level | Mid-Level / Experienced |
| Industry | Information Technology & Software |
Job Description
We are looking for Software Developer Co-op students to join our engineering teams. As an intern, you will work alongside experienced IBM developers to design, build, and test software that powers our cloud, AI, and hybrid‑platform solutions. This role is designed for students who are passionate about coding—regardless of which programming language they started with. You will gain hands-on experience in real-world projects, learn modern development practices, and collaborate in an Agile environment where your ideas can make an immediate impact.
What You’ll Do
- Support the design, development, testing, and debugging of software in front-end, back-end, or full‑stack environments.
- Work with a variety of programming languages depending on the project (examples: Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++, Go, Rust, Swift, Kotlin, or others).
- Help build user interfaces using frameworks like React or contribute to back-end services and APIs.
- Use Git and other version‑control and collaboration tools.
- Work with cloud and container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and REST APIs.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and technical discussions.
- Explore emerging technologies, including AI/ML, automation, and cloud-native development.
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
- Must be actively enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program at the time of application and returning to complete the degree after the co-op.
- Available to start full-time between December 2027 and August 2028.
- Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) at an IBM location for 16 weeks between Jan 19 – May 7.
- Co-op requires a full-time commitment; students should not be enrolled in concurrent coursework during the co-op term.
(Guidelines — transferable skills are encouraged)
- Coursework or project experience in software development using any programming language.
- Familiarity with fundamental concepts such as data structures, basic algorithms, or debugging.
- Exposure to front-end or back-end technologies (React, Node.js, Python, Java, SQL, etc.).
- Experience using Git or similar version control tools.
- Interest in cloud computing, containers, or modern deployment practices.
- Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate and learn quickly in a team environment.
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
- Experience with cloud services (IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Familiarity with REST APIs and databases (relational or NoSQL).
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines or automation tools.
- Personal or open-source projects that demonstrate creativity and initiative.
- Understanding of Agile development methods.
Selection Process
- Application Submission – Submit your application and updated resume.
- Resume Screening – IBM’s recruiting team reviews your qualifications and experience.
- Recruiter Interview – A recruiter may contact shortlisted candidates for an initial discussion.
- Technical Assessment – Candidates may be asked to complete a coding or technical assessment.
- Technical Interview – Discuss software development, programming, system design, and problem-solving skills.
- Hiring Manager Interview – Meet with the hiring manager to discuss your experience and role expectations.
- Final Evaluation – IBM completes its final assessment and selection.
- Job Offer – Selected candidates receive an employment offer and onboarding information.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBM Careers website.
- Search for Software Developer – Austin, TX.
- Review the specific job description and eligibility requirements.
- Click Apply and create or log in to your IBM careers account.
- Upload your latest resume and provide the required information.
- Complete any required application questions or assessments.
- Submit your application.
- Monitor your email for interview and application-status updates.
