**Introduction**
Software Developers at IBM are the backbone of our strategic initiatives to design, code, test, and provide industry-leading solutions that make the world run today - planes and trains take off on time, bank transactions complete in the blink of an eye and the world remains safe because of the work our software developers do.
Whether you are working on projects internally or for a client, software development is critical to the success of IBM and our clients worldwide.
At IBM, you will use the latest software development tools, techniques and approaches and work with leading minds in the industry to build solutions you can be proud of.
**Your Role and Responsibilities**
Within the Ansible Development team, you will play a vital role in developing a key interface into the Z Stack that will change how users interact with Z forever.
As an IBM Software Developer, you will use the latest tools and technologies available to deliver state-of-the-art software technologies.
You will be responsible for ensuring that software components are expertly designed, tested, debugged, verified, and ready for integration into IBM's world-class products, helping organizations improve their business outcomes in the global marketplace.
Strong desire to work as software engineers through all phases of the development lifecycle
Develop understanding of software development principles and testing methodologies such as the Agile lifecycle, along with a high degree of adaptability, drive, and willingness to accept new challenges.
**Required Technical and Professional Expertise**:
- Object-Oriented programming eg.
Python
- Linux or UNIX systems administration
- Shell scripting
- Fluent in English
**Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise**:
- C/C++/Python programing languages
- Linux or UNIX development
- Automation with Ansible
- Git source control management
- CI/CD with Jenkins
- OpenShift or Kubernetes experience
- Containers experience
- Understanding of Agile development methodology
**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.
Are you craving to learn more?
Prepared to solve some of the world's most unique challenges?
And ready to shape the future for millions of people?
If so, then it's time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities.
Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story.
Together, we have the power to make meaningful change - to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone.
It's time to define your career.
**About IBM**
Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.
At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain.
Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.
**Location Statement**
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.