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Entry Level Firmware Developer

IBM

New York, NY; Roswell, GA

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Full-time

1mo ago

Benefits & Perks

•Parental leave

•401(k) matching

•Generous paid time off and holidays

•Team events and activities

•Professional development budget

•Flexible work arrangements

•Parental Leave

•Learning

•Flexible Hours

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IBM

Entry Level Firmware Developer

3+ months ago• New York, NY (+1 more)Roswell, GA
Viewed on February 1, 2026
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About Us

IBM researches, develops, manufactures, and markets technology products ranging from mainframe computers to cognitive solutions, always with a core drive to innovate and explore new fields.

Size: 10000+ employees
Industry: Technology

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Introduction

At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your role and responsibilities

Firmware may exist anywhere in a computing system from the central computing complex to management consoles, power supplies, and I/O adapters within IBM mainframes. Some
firmware teams include:
Development of the hardware management console web interface and mobile app (Java)
Development for the world's highest security cryptographic processors (C, C+ +, Java)
Development and support of I/O adapters (networking and storage) and Secure Service Containers used to support applications using blockchain technology. (C)
Server virtualization and a Parallel Sysplex environment so that mainframes can communicate as a single entity. (Assembler)
Implementation of complex z/ Architecture instructions, concurrent and recovery functions (Assembler)
Development of control systems for IBM Quantum room temperature electronics

Our engineers apply agile methodologies throughout the entire development cycle, from design, code implementation/review, unit testing, functional testing, simulation, and real hardware integration testing. Some areas use a Unix/Linux based Operating System focusing on embedded programming, communication protocols, host application software support, and user-interfaces. Interface and code designs are done primarily to communicate with different hardware components via various hardware protocols such as PCIe. Ideal candidates will possess demonstrated software design skills, understanding of front-end, back- end technologies or embedded systems. Team- based experience in software development, agile methodologies, and the ability to perform software performance analysis, debugging and test.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

Bachelors in Computer Science or Computer Engineering:

Passion to pursue career path in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
Fundamental education in software design and/or test
Computer Architecture
Knowledge of one or more of the following programming languages: C, C++, Java, Assembly, PL/X
Scripting knowledge: Python, JavaScript, Perl, Bash, etc
Strong Communication Skills

Preferred technical and professional experience

Development knowledge of Unix/Linux kernel functionality
Knowledge of LAN drivers
FPGA experience
Experience in embedded systems development
Knowledge of web and mobile application development
Tools (Git/GitHub, IntelliJ, etc.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT:

IBM Systems helps IT leaders think differently about their infrastructure. IBM servers and storage are no longer inanimate - they can understand, reason, and learn so our clients can innovate while avoiding IT issues. Our systems power the world's most important industries and our clients are the architects of the future. Join us to help build our leading-edge technology portfolio designed for cognitive business and optimized for cloud computing.

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OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS:

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the 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 including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, Roswell, GAJob ID: IBM-54837Employment Type: OTHERPosted: 2025-10-25T18:49:29Apply on company site

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