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Entry Level Software Developer-Tucson-AZ

IBM

Location

Tucson, AZ

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/15/2026

Compensation

$74,160 - $111,240 per year

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

Job description

The Entry Level Software Developer role at IBM in Tucson, AZ focuses on designing, developing, testing, and maintaining enterprise-class software solutions. The position is part of the IBM Infrastructure team, which aims to enhance hybrid cloud, storage, and security offerings. Developers will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions for clients. This role emphasizes modern software engineering practices and agile development methodologies.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, C++, or JavaScript.
  • Understanding of software design principles, object-oriented programming, and data structures.
  • Experience developing REST APIs, microservices, or distributed systems.
  • Knowledge of source control systems such as Git.
  • Experience with Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools.
  • Understanding of software testing methodologies and debugging.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions using modern software engineering practices.
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and support.
  • Collaborate with product management, architects, quality assurance, support, and operations teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
  • Develop scalable, secure, and performant applications, services, APIs, and backend components.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, performance bottlenecks, and customer-reported issues.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, test plans, and operational procedures.
  • Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices to improve software quality and delivery efficiency.
  • Support agile development processes and actively participate in sprint planning and retrospectives.

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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