Entry Level Firmware Developer

Entry Level Firmware Developer – IBM

Join IBM as an Entry Level Firmware Developer and work on firmware that spans mainframes, embedded devices, cryptographic processors, and advanced quantum hardware. Use Java, C/C++, Assembly, and scripting languages in an agile, part‑time environment.

At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling. Build, design, code, consult, and think alongside clients to solve challenging technology problems. Are you ready for a new era of technology?

Firmware exists across computing systems, from central complexes to management consoles, power supplies, and I/O adapters.

Responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and support firmware for hardware management console web interfaces and mobile apps (Java).
• Develop firmware for high‑security cryptographic processors (C, C++, Java).
• Support I/O adapters (networking, storage) and secure service containers for blockchain technology (C).
• Develop server virtualization and Parallel Sysplex solutions for mainframes (Assembler).
• Implement complex z/Architecture instructions, concurrency, and recovery functions (Assembler).
• Develop control systems for IBM Quantum room‑temperature electronics.
• Apply agile methodologies across design, coding, unit testing, functional testing, simulation, and real hardware integration.
• Implement embedded programming and communication protocols (PCIe) on Unix/Linux operating systems.
• Perform software performance analysis, debugging, and testing.

Bachelor’s Degree

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• Passion for a career in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• Fundamental education in software design and/or testing
• Knowledge of computer architecture
• Experience with C, C++, Java, Assembly, or PL/X
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, JavaScript, Perl, Bash, etc.)
• Strong communication skills

• Knowledge of Unix/Linux kernel functionality
• Experience with LAN drivers
• FPGA experience
• Embedded systems development
• Web and mobile application development
• Tool use (Git/Git Hub, Intelli
  
  J, etc.)

Senior level:
Mid‑Senior

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology