Software Development Engineer I

Introduction
IBM Apptio is seeking a talented Software Engineer 1 to join our Data Platform team, a critical team that powers the data analytics and processing for Apptio's cost management solutions. The Compute Platform serves as the unified data warehouse layer, processing billions of records daily and supporting multiple product teams.
Our team builds and maintains high-performance, scalable services that integrate with Snowflake, handling massive datasets for enterprise customers. You'll work on cutting-edge distributed systems, data processing pipelines, and automation frameworks that enable real-time analytics and reporting.
Your role and responsibilities

Your Role and Responsibilities:

As a Software Engineer 1 on the Data Team, you will:

Develop and maintain microservices in Scala and Java:

Build and optimize data pipelines processing terabytes of data daily using Spark
Write clean, well-tested code and participate in code reviews to ensure quality
Collaborate with senior engineers and product teams to deliver features and resolve production issues
Participate in Agile ceremonies and the on-call rotation for service reliability
Required education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
1-2 years of professional software development experience
Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals including data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming

Programming Skills:

Proficiency in at least one JVM language (Java, Scala, or Kotlin)
Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
Ability to write clean, maintainable code with proper error handling and logging
Technical Knowledge

Understanding of RESTful APIs:

Basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases
Familiarity with build tools (Maven, Gradle) and dependency management
Understanding of software testing principles and test-driven development
Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Soft Skills:

Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Eagerness to learn new technologies and take on challenges
Self-motivated with good time management skills
Comfortable asking questions and seeking help when needed
Professional Attributes
Attention to detail and commitment to code quality
Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and handle production issues
Strong work ethic and reliability
Adaptability to changing requirements and technologies
Preferred technical and professional experience

Advanced Programming Experience:

Professional experience with Scala programming language
Knowledge of concurrent and asynchronous programming patterns
Data Engineering
Experience with data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift)
Knowledge of data processing frameworks (Apache Spark, Hadoop)
Understanding of columnar storage formats (Parquet, Ice Berg)
Experience with ETL/ELT pipelines and data transformation workflows
Familiarity with data modeling and schema design

Cloud and Infrastructure:

Hands-on experience with AWS services (S3, RDS, SQS, Lambda, Secrets Manager)
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)
Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, ArgoCD)
Understanding of monitoring and observability tools (Data Dog, Prometheus, Grafana)

Database and Storage:

Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases
Knowledge of database optimization and query performance tuning
Development Practices
Experience with test frameworks (Scala Test, JUnit, Mockito)
Knowledge of design patterns and software architecture principles
Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
Experience with API design and documentation (OpenAPI/Swagger)
Familiarity with performance profiling and optimization techniques

Tools and Technologies:

Experience with Intelli

J IDEA or similar IDEs:

Knowledge of Linux/Unix command line and shell scripting
Familiarity with Postman or similar API testing tools

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• 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
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  Job Title

Software Development Engineer:

Date posted
12-May-2026
Job ID
113538
City / Township / Village
Bellevue
State / Province
Washington
Country
United States
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Area of work
Software Engineering
Employment type
Regular
Contract type
Regular

Projected Minimum Salary per year:

88,000.00

Projected Maximum Salary per year:

164,000.00
Position type
Professional
Travel required
No Travel
Company
(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Shift
General (daytime)
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?
No
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