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Entry Level Back End Developer 2026

IBM

Location

Poughkeepsie, NY

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/4/2026

Compensation

$101,000 - $151,000 per year

Undergraduate Entry-Level
H-1B FY202697.2% approval+31% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Entry Level Back End Developer role at IBM involves joining the innovative IBM AI on Z team, which focuses on enhancing AI capabilities on the Z platform. The team works on developing solutions that leverage IBM's Telum series of hardware accelerators and the Spyre AI accelerator for various computational tasks. As a developer, you will engage with cutting-edge AI frameworks and collaborate with top professionals in the field. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to complex enterprise systems and drive advancements in AI technology.

Requirements

  • A High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science/Data Analytics, or a related field is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of operating systems and container technologies is necessary.
  • Strong programming skills in C, C++, Java, Golang, and/or Python are required.
  • Experience with industry-standard C++ compilers and development frameworks is essential.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Develop enterprise-level applications utilizing AI frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.
  • Collaborate with IBM’s research team to create next-generation solutions for AI accelerators.
  • Ensure robustness and high-quality code generation for AI solutions on the IBM Z platform.
  • Provide engineering support for the AI on Z solution and implement changes for production releases.
  • Establish strong relationships with customers and partners through high-quality software development.
  • Contribute to the open-source community by delivering code contributions for AI development.

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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