JobsEntry Level Back End Developer - Poughkeepsie, NY - 2027
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Entry Level Back End Developer - Poughkeepsie, NY - 2027

IBM

Location

Poughkeepsie, NY

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/15/2026

Compensation

$100,800 - $151,200 per year

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

Job description

IBM is looking for an entry-level back-end developer to join the AI on Z team in Poughkeepsie, NY. This team focuses on enhancing AI capabilities on the Z platform, working with advanced hardware accelerators. The role involves developing solutions for various computational workloads, including deep learning and scientific computation. Candidates will collaborate with diverse teams to create high-quality software for enterprise systems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science/Data Analytics, or related fields.
  • Basic knowledge of operating systems and container technologies.
  • Strong programming skills in C, C++, Java, Golang, and/or Python.
  • Experience with industry-standard C++ compilers and development frameworks.
  • Strong software engineering development discipline and proficiency in data structures and algorithms.

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 hardware 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.
  • Engage with the open-source community to contribute to AI development efforts.

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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