R&D Back-End Developer - Software Engineer (m/f/x)

Introduction

A career in IBM Software means you'll be part of a team that transforms our customers' challenges into solutions.

Are you interested in developing and delivering leading-edge software that is essential for the world's largest companies? Are you a motivated Java or C++ developer? Do you like working with cutting-edge Open Source technologies? Are you interested in developing new cloud technologies with us? Are you passionate about bringing in your expertise and developing your career in an international, agile development culture? Are you keen on constant learning? Are you thrilled to innovate, grow, and collaborate on the latest database and technology trends? Then you should join us on the IBM watsonx.data team!

Your Role and Responsibilities

We are looking for a back-end developer highly interested in developing an innovative, future-oriented solution for our large enterprise customers for their journey to the Cloud. Your main duties will include designing and implementing new features, optimizing and maintaining existing code, and ensuring the software meets high-quality standards through testing and debugging. You will also work closely with other developers, designers, and product managers to ensure the software meets user needs.

Engineers in our team work inside a highly agile development environment and are responsible for the full software development life cycle - ranging from designing and implementing new product features to testing for industry-leading quality assurance and supporting our global customers. You should be thrilled by emerging technologies, such as Cloud and AI technologies, to open up our software product for future Mainframe- and Cloud-based markets.

Interested? Apply now with your full set of documents.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

You'll have a strong background in software development, with expertise in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++. Experience with cloud-based technologies and NoSQL databases such as Cloudant would also be beneficial. You should be a self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills, able to work independently and as part of a team. Broad and proven know-how in database technology and practical experience in software development and agile methodology. Strong communication skills and fluency in German and English are essential.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

Proven knowledge in Analytics and Artificial Intelligence. Experience with Open Data Formats such as Apache Iceberg or Parquet and contributions to Open Source projects on GitHub are a plus. Ability to develop and enhance complex algorithms or integrate new technology trends.

About IBM Software

IBM Software infuses core business operations with intelligence—from machine learning to generative AI—to help make organizations more responsive, productive, and resilient. IBM Software helps clients put AI into action now to create real value with trust, speed, and confidence across digital labor, IT automation, application modernization, security, and sustainability.

Your Life @ IBM

Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career. You'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment every day, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

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About IBM

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Being You @ IBM

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