Software Engineering Associate Application Developer AWS - FutureNow - Chicago Chicago

About the Client Innovation Center (Future Now) IBM Consulting Client Innovation Centers (Future Now) are high‑delivery, team‑based environments where technologists work onsite to build real solutions for real clients. At Future Now, associates collaborate closely with peers and experienced practitioners to design, build, test, and support enterprise applications  delivery centers are built for learning through delivery, combining hands‑on project work, structured training, mentorship, and teamwork to help early‑career professionals develop strong technical foundations and grow with confidence.

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy problem‑solving, learning quickly, and working in an in‑person, collaborative delivery environment.

In this role, you'll work in one of our IBM Consulting Future Now Centers
, where we deliver deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients around the world. Our delivery centers offer our clients locally based skills and technical expertise to drive innovation and adoption of new technology.

The Associate Application Developer at IBM is an entry‑level role focused on contributing to the development, testing, and support of application components within larger systems. It is not about knowing everything on day one. It is about having strong computer science fundamentals, demonstrated coding ability, and the curiosity and discipline to learn modern technologies in a professional delivery setting. Associates are expected to contribute to established delivery teams and take on greater responsibility as their skills and experience develop.

• Write, test, and debug application code with guidance from senior developers
• Contribute to application features, services, or integrations within an established system architecture
• Participate in Agile delivery activities such as stand‑ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Collaborate with teammates to understand requirements and help implement technical solutions
• Apply secure coding, quality, and performance best practices
• Use version control and development tools to deliver code in a team‑based environment
• Continue building technical and professional skills through training, mentorship, and hands‑on delivery experience

This role is based in an IBM Client Innovation Center (Future Now) and requires regular onsite presence at the assigned delivery center. Working onsite enables hands‑on learning, real‑time collaboration, and mentorship that support faster growth and stronger delivery outcomes.

Travel may be required for up to 60% of the time or 3 days per week (home on weekends), based on project requirements.

IBM will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (Candidates with other degrees will be considered if they demonstrate equivalent technical skills.)

• Experience working across both frontend and backend components in academic or project‑based environments
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum team practices
• Exposure to databases such as MySQL, Postgre
  
  SQL, SQL Server, Oracle, DB2, or MongoDB
• Exposure to analytics or data tools such as SPSS, SAS, Tableau, Hadoop, or Spark, depending on practice needs
• Experience collaborating with others on team‑based software projects

• Familiarity with generative AI concepts, including basic modeling approaches, responsible use, and ethical considerations, gained through coursework, projects, or self‑study

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well‑being
• Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long‑term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance‑based salary incentive programs
• Generous paid time off…