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Sr. Firmware Developer Co-Op (Jan-Dec): 2022

IBM

IBM

Sr. Firmware Developer Co-Op (Jan-Dec): 2022

Washington, DC
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Introduction

    As a Hardware Developer at IBM, you’ll get to work on the systems that are driving the quantum revolution and the AI era. Join an elite team of engineering professionals who enable IBM customers to make better decisions quicker on the most trusted hardware platform in today’s market.

    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 projects include:

    • Development of the hardware management console web interface and mobile app
    • Development for the world’s highest security cryptographic processors
    • Development and support of I/O adapters (networking and storage) and Secure Service Containers used to support applications using blockchain technology.
    • Server virtualization and a Parallel Sysplex environment so that mainframes can communicate as a single entity.
    • Implementation of complex z/Architecture instructions, concurrent and recovery functions

    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. Selected candidates will work in a team-based, collaborative environment with peers both locally and across the global organization. This position may require you to work directly with clients to understand their needs and requirements and ensure product delivery meets their expectations. 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.

    Possible locations based on demand include:

    Poughkeepsie, NY; Endicott, NY; Tucson, AZ; San Jose, CA; Houston, TX

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise

    • Pursuing Gradate Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
    • Passion to pursue career path in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
    • Fundamental education in software design and/or test
    • Knowledge of web and mobile application development
    • Computer Architecture
    • Programming languages: Java, C, C++, Assembly
    • Scripting (Python, JavaScript, Perl, Bash, etc.)
    • Tools (Git/GitHub, IntelliJ, etc.)
    • Strong Communication Skills

    Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

    • Development knowledge of Unix/Linux kernel functionality

    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.

    Your Life @ IBM

    What matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge? Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible. Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.

    About IBM

    IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.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

    Supplemental 1 employees may be eligible for paid holidays, paid sick time and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

    Being You @ IBM

    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.

  • Industry
    Information Technology and Services
  • About Us

    IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

    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.