Entry Level Hardware Developer 2027 -Poughkeepsie
IBMEntry Level Hardware Developer 2027 -Poughkeepsie
IBMLocation
Poughkeepsie, NY
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/26/2026
Compensation
$78,400 - $147,000 per year
Job description
The Entry Level Hardware Developer role at IBM involves contributing to the development, validation, qualification, and delivery of advanced processor, memory, and enterprise system technologies. The position is part of a multidisciplinary team focused on ensuring product quality and manufacturability throughout the product lifecycle. Candidates will engage in various engineering activities, including hardware validation and automation solutions. This role is ideal for problem-solvers passionate about technology and engineering challenges.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related STEM field is preferred.
- Basic understanding of computer architecture, electronic systems, and hardware validation concepts is necessary.
- Experience with programming, scripting, data analysis, or automation using languages such as Python, C/C++, or Java is required.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute hardware, processor, memory, and system-level test and validation solutions.
- Design and optimize test methodologies across various environments.
- Support product reliability and qualification activities.
- Analyze engineering and manufacturing data to identify issues and improve product performance.
- Build software and automation solutions for hardware and firmware validation.
Benefits
- IBM offers competitive compensation, healthcare coverage, retirement programs, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, wellness programs, flexible work options, and extensive learning and certification resources.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Ibm Corporation
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
656
FY2026
Approval rate
97.2%
FY2026
LCA certified
391
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+31%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-85%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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