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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Entry Level Back End Developer - Poughkeepsie, NY - 2027 - **Company:** IBM - **Location:** Poughkeepsie, NY, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, IBM System I, C++ (Programming Language), Compilers, Code Generation, Nvidia CUDA, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data Structures, Linux, Internet Services, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Tensorflow, Scientific Computating, Software Engineering, Z/OS, Enterprise Software Applications, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Deep Learning, Containerization, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Hardware Acceleration, Jenkins, Golang - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/41873374748D4C28BE0EF2532E440D70/job/ ## About the Role * BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science/Data Analytics, or related fields (or equivalent experience). * Basic knowledge of operating systems and how they work (i.e. Operating systems courses); Container technologies; Internet Services; and/or Managed Services. * Strong C, C++, Java, Golang and/or Python programming skills. * Experience working with industry standard C++ compilers and development frameworks. * Experience with machine-code generation or compiler back-end users. * Strong software engineering development discipline. Proficiency in data structures, algorithms, and the software development cycle. * Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills. * Capability to achieve objectives under tight deadlines. * Experience executing tasks while managing competing priorities. * Experience working on and contributing to an active toolchain codebase. * Experience with CI/CD, Jenkins, Linux a plus. Preferred technical and professional experience * MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science/Data Analytics, or related field. * Experience in developing enterprise-level applications using AI frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.). * Familiarity working with and the ability to develop user targeted Large Language Models (LLMs). * Knowledge of front-end compiler technology. * Experience working with accelerator frameworks e.g. CUDA (Compute Unified Device Architecture) library for Nvidia ## Description IBM is seeking a highly motivated software developer to join the dynamic and innovative IBM AI on Z team. This team is responsible for expanding the support of AI efforts on the Z platform. As a member of this team, you will develop solutions to better realize the potential of the IBM Telum series of on-chip hardware accelerators and the Spyre AI accelerator for a growing range of computational workloads, ranging from deep learning, scientific computation, and financial transactions. The AI solutions you develop will be deployed on some of the most complex enterprise customer systems. You will be solving challenging problems working alongside some of the top valued diverse minds in AI and Machine Learning (ML) technology and dedicated hardware AI accelerators. If this sounds like a fun challenge, and you are interested, please let us know. 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