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Entry level Hardware Developer - Austin, TX - 2027

IBM

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/4/2026

Compensation

$73,500 - $134,750 per year

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

Job description

The Entry Level Hardware Developer role at IBM focuses on VLSI Circuit Design and Physical Design for high-frequency CMOS chips. The team is dedicated to innovation and collaboration, ensuring that all members contribute to exceptional outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced design tools and technologies while developing essential skills in circuit design. IBM fosters an environment of growth and support, encouraging employees to experiment and learn continuously.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering is required.
  • Understanding of Computer Architectures, Digital System Design, and VLSI Systems is necessary.
  • Exposure to VLSI or ASIC design is preferred.
  • Python programming skills are required.
  • Experience with Git and hands-on Python is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop the physical and electrical aspects of high-frequency CMOS chips.
  • Implement circuit schematics for microprocessors and ASICs while verifying against technology design rules.
  • Conduct timing, power, IR, and EM analysis as part of the design process.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to drive exceptional outcomes for customers.

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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