JobsEntry level Hardware Developer - Austin, TX - 2027
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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
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Job description

The Entry Level Hardware Developer role at IBM involves working as a CPU/ASIC Verification Engineer within a team focused on pre-silicon functional and performance verification of chipsets. The position requires a blend of hardware and software engineering skills to create environments for simulating VHDL input and debugging issues. The role emphasizes innovation and collaboration, encouraging team members to experiment and learn continuously. This position is ideal for individuals looking to grow their careers in a dynamic technology environment.

Requirements

  • A background in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering with strong programming skills is required.
  • Understanding of Computer Architectures, Digital System Design, and VLSI Systems is necessary.
  • Experience with projects in RTL design using Verilog/VHDL is essential.
  • Proficiency in Python and C/C++ is required.
  • Inter-discipline design experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Own the verification environments that will identify pre-silicon functional and/or performance issues for specific microprocessor components.
  • Document verification environment details and communicate work progress.
  • Plan, build, and execute the verification test plan for various subsystems.
  • Use state-of-the-art techniques to simulate and verify designs of custom microprocessor-based systems.

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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