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IBM

Entry Level Software Developer 2026

IBM, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, let’s talk.

Your Role And Responsibilities Software Developers at IBM are the backbone of our strategic initiatives to design, code, test, and provide industry‑leading solutions that make the world run today – planes and trains take off on time, bank transactions complete in the blink of an eye and the world remains safe because of the work our software developers do. Whether you are working on projects internally or for a client, software development is critical to the success of IBM and our clients worldwide. At IBM, you will use the latest software development tools, techniques and approaches and work with leading minds in the industry to build solutions you can be proud of.

At IBM, you will work with the latest tools, technologies, and methodologies, alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, to build solutions you can be proud of. Our engineers take part in every stage of the development lifecycle—from research and design to architecture, deployment, and ongoing support—driving innovation that powers IBM’s diverse portfolio, including cloud, AI, security, infrastructure, and quantum technologies.

To be successful in this role, you should enjoy problem‑solving, collaborating in teams, investigating solutions independently, and applying best practices in software development and testing. We look for strong programmers who are eager to tackle complex challenges and help build the technologies that shape the future.

Preferred Education Bachelor’s Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

Experience with an object‑oriented programming language such as C/C++/Java/Rust

Experience with a scripting language such as Python

Knowledge of Digital Circuit/Logic design/Algorithms/Data Structures

AI/ML skills

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Collaborative skills and ability to work in fast‑paced agile environments

Quick learner with business acumen

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

BS/MS/PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Knowledge of computer architecture and micro‑architecture

Programming projects with complex requirementsUnderstanding of Digital/VLSI Circuits

Linux experience

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

Location and Salary Irvine, CA – $141,000.00–$202,000.00

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