Associate Application Developer – Hybrid Cloud and Data

Introduction

IBM Consulting Client Innovation Centers (CICs) are high‑delivery, team‑based environments where technologists work onsite to build real solutions for real clients. At CIC, 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.

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. This role 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

An Application Developer specializing in AWS Cloud Full Stack should be able to work effectively in a modern, cloud‑native environment. The cloud‑native solutions are built around: microservices‑based, modular designs; API‑driven microservices; continuous release and improvement cycles via Agile; event‑driven architectures; containerized workloads; serverless architectures; purpose‑built databases; and Progressive Web Applications based on SPAs and microfront ends. AWS Full stack developers need to be proficient in running and managing services on AWS.

An Application Developer with expertise in Red Hat Cloud Migration is responsible for designing and implementing cloud migration solutions. They should have a strong foundation in software architecture and experience with the Red Hat Open Shift platform. The developer should be proficient in using the IBM Garage Method for cloud migration and familiar with a range of migration tools and approaches for application, database, and integration components.

Prior experience in Application Rehost, Replatform, Refactor, and Containerization scenarios is a definite advantage. Key responsibilities include executing migration strategies, assessing migration risks, and ensuring seamless integration of migrated applications with the existing infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud computing concepts and the ability to map existing components to Red Hat Open Shift services.

An Application Developer specializing in Azure Cloud Migration designs and builds Migration delivery engagement through advanced knowledge on Azure migration and modernization tools, including install, configure, and optimize as per engagement requirements. Knowledge on migration/modernization assessment & design w.r.t. the target Azure platform. Knowledge of application code refactoring (semantic and syntactical change). Knowledge on creating microservices, API, and converting workload into containers.

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