Entry Level Test Automation Developer: 2022

IntroductionAt IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell...

IntroductionAt IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesStart and end dates for this role are January 2022 and laterAs an IBM QA/Test Automation Developer you will work in an agile, collaborative environment to recommend and develop testing standards and application of quality technologies. Encourages application development that builds testability in from the ground up. Ensures the product is robust and failure scenarios are considered and refactored. Collaborates with cross-functional team members on story development, from before definition through final deployment. Performs exploratory testing using industry leading practices. Discovers defects/bugs and works with coders and POs to determine root cause and how to prevent similar issues from happening in the future. Drives adoption of test automation - unit tests, integration tests, functional tests.Entry level Software Developers participate in our 2-year learning experience program called JumpStart. JumpStart provides a collaborative environment and an immediate ecosystem and framework that instantly makes you feel part of the team. JumpStart is focused on attracting and training the world's best talent and giving them the experience and exposure to the worlds' best tools and technologies. It's about creating endless opportunities matching your interests with all the opportunities across IBM to make a difference in the world.For more information on our Developer roles as well as other Entry Level opportunities, please visit here () .These are office based positions in IBM locations including the following. Opportunities in these locations will vary based on demand. Please note, opportunities on the West Coast and NYC are extremely limited.AZ - TucsonCA - Costa Mesa, Emeryville, Foster City, San Francisco, San JoseCT - SouthburyGA - Brookhaven, Sandy SpringsKS - LeawoodMA - Andover, Cambridge, LowellMN - RochesterNY - Armonk, NYC, Poughkeepsie, Yorktown HeightsNC - Charlotte, Research Triangle ParkOH - ColumbusPA - PittsburghTX - Austin, Dallas, HoustonVA - HerndonVT - Essex JunctionRequired Technical and Professional Expertise+ Basic knowledge in Python, Ruby and/or Go.+ Basic knowledge/experience in Linux fundamentals and scriptingPreferred Technical and Professional Expertise+ Basic knowledge of Chef, Ansible or other configuration management tool+ Basic knowledge of git and git workflowsAbout Business UnitIBM Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) team represents a variety of functions such as marketing, finance, legal, operations, HR, and more, all working together to solve some of the world's most complex problems, help our clients achieve success and build collaborative work environments for IBMers.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.We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.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.