"**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**
+ Collaborate with architects for defining and validating the architecture and the software design of the components and modules that have to be implemented in the platform.
+ Design and implement components from the domain model of the system(based on requirements) using JSON schemas for the NoSQL databases.
+ Define the APIs for all the features of the services (input and output parameters) and implement the APIs using the RESTfull specification and various libraries.
+ Implement the business logic of the services using programming algorithms and software design concepts with various libraries.
+ Integrate and configure the developed services into the micro-services architecture using Docker containers and orchestration tools.
+ Write unit tests and work with QA engineers for defining test cases and helping with the automated testing for the system.
+ Collaborate with product managers and business analysts for defining and understanding the functional requirements of the system captured in stories.
+ Collaborate with all the team members by using an agile process with related practices and tools.
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**Required Technical and Professional Expertise**
+ At least 7-8 years of experience with software programming in high level languages like Python, GOlang, NodeJS, Java.
+ Knowledge of general software architecture and software design concepts and experience of applying them in the development of enterprise level software products.
+ Knowledge and experience with building REST APIs and the best practices related to their implementation.
+ Experience with NoSQL database servers, JSON schemas and related technologies (MongoDB, CouchDB or others).
+ Some experience with software applications built on the micro-services architecture and related tools and technologies.
+ Exposure and understanding of general cloud concepts and technologies (AWS, Azure, VMware or similar).
+ Experience with various development tools: IDEs, version control and others on Mac, Linux or Windows platforms.
+ Experience with methodologies for software development and delivery, like Agile, SCRUM and similar.
**Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise**
+ Advanced knowledge and relevant industry experience (7+ years) in complex enterprise products built with programming languages like Python or GOlang
+ Advanced software design, design patterns and best practices for performance, reliability and optimization
+ In depth experience with building independent inter-communicating services based on APIs and implemented with RESTfull technologies(like Flask, RESTplus or others) using XML and JSON data
+ Advanced knowledge and experience with NoSQL database servers and related technologies (preferably MongoDB)
+ Experience with the micro-services architecture, software containers and related technologies (Docker containers, Docker Compose, Kubernetes)
+ Practical working experience with cloud computing technologies (like VMware) and APIs for public cloud providers such as AWS, Azure and/or Softlayer
+ Master of Science in Computer Science/Engineering or related field is preferred.
**About Business Unit**
At Global Technology Services (GTS), we help our clients envision the future by offering end-to-end IT and technology support services, supported by an unmatched global delivery network. It's a unique blend of bold new ideas and client-first thinking. If you can restlessly reinvent yourself and solve problems in new ways, work on both technology and business projects, and ask, ""What else is possible?"" GTS is the place for you!
**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 progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.
**Location Statement**
For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
**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, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status."
