Entry Level - Associate Developer (Federal)

IntroductionAs an Application Developer, you will lead IBM into the future by translating system requirements into the design and developmen...

IntroductionAs an Application Developer, you will lead IBM into the future by translating system requirements into the design and development of customized systems in an agile environment. The success of IBM is in your hands as you transform vital business needs into code and drive innovation. Your work will power IBM and its clients globally, collaborating and integrating code into enterprise systems. You will have access to the latest education, tools and technology, and a limitless career path with the world's technology leader. Come to IBM and make a global impact!Your Role and ResponsibilitiesAs an Associate Developer, you'll help design, develop, and integrate solutions using best practice technologies, tools, techniques, and products our clients demand today. You'll work with clients, co-creating solutions to major real-world challenges by translating system requirements into the design and development of customized systems in an agile environment.Work you could do as an Associate Developer:IBM provides a variety of solutions to clients and our specialized teams serve these needs. As a result, the specific work and technologies vary by the team you may be joining. Below is a list of the types of work Associate Developers do.+ Work in an Agile environment to understand requirements, design, code and test innovative applications, and support those applications for our highly valued customers.+ Employ IBM's Design Thinking to create products that provide a great user experience along with high performance, security, quality, and stability.+ Work with a variety of relational databases (SQL, Postgres, DB2, MongoDB), operating systems (Linux, Windows, iOS, Android), and modern UI frameworks (Backbone.js, AngularJS, React, Ember.js, Bootstrap, and JQuery).+ Work across the entire system architecture, from backend to front end, to design, develop, and support high quality, scalable products and interfaces.+ Create everything from mockups and UI components to algorithms and data structures as you deliver a viable product.Locations:Washington, DC Metro AreaHouston, TXHuntsville, ALHampton, VARequired Technical and Professional Expertise+ Have flexibility to work across architecture - building both front end and backend.+ Have knowledge of application and web development in HTML and CSS.+ Are skilled in programming languages like Java, Ruby, Python, Javascript, HTML, CSS.+ Have knowledge of modern UI frameworks such as Angular.js and React.+ Work in Java to implement server-side or application logic, develop databases, and design architectures.+ Have exposure to Cloud - AWS, Azure, Google Could or IBM Cloud.+ Have work experience or internship in corporate development environment.+ Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time.Preferred Majors:Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or Computer Engineering (if demonstrated strong current language programming experience)Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise+ Have an interest in, understanding of, or experience with Design Thinking Methodology.+ Have an interest in, understanding of, or experience with Agile development methodology.+ Experience in following a structure methodology.+ Initiative to actively seek new knowledge and improve skills.+ Strong interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate and work effectively with individuals, strengthening relationships to achieve win-win solutions.+ Ability to communicate complex situations clearly and simply by listening actively and conveying difficult messages in a positive manner.+ A passion for innovative ideas, coupled with the ability and assimilate different points of view.About Business UnitIBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world's economy. IBM Services partners with the world's leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.Your matters to you when you're looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities - where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust - where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.Location StatementIBM offers a wide range of resources for eligible IBMers to thrive both inside and outside of work. In addition to a competitive benefits program consisting of medical and life insurance, retirement plans, and time off, eligible employees may also have access to:*12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. Family care options are also available to support eligible employees during COVID-19.*World-class training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform. IBM's learning culture supports your restless attitude to grow your skills and build the depth and scale of knowledge needed to achieve your career goals.*Well-being programs to support mental and physical health.*Financial programs that empower you to plan, save, and manage your money (including expert financial counseling, 401(k), IBM stock discount, etc.).*Select educational reimbursement opportunities.*Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups where you can network and connect with IBMers across the globe.*Giving and volunteer programs to benefit charitable organizations and local communities.*Discounts on retail products, services, and experiences.This position is eligible for participation in an IBM sales incentive plan. Actual incentive opportunity will be based on performance and the eligible Target Incentive, as addressed in the applicable plan, all of which is subject to change.We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.Being is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.