QA/Test Developer Intern: Systems Assurance - Poughkeepsie, NY - 2027

Join IBM and be part of the team driving the quantum revolution and the AI era. As a Developer, you’ll work on the systems powering the future—from microprocessors to AI LLM solutions—while growing your skills in a collaborative, innovative environment. As a QA/Test Development Engineer, you’ll contribute to the design, testing, and support of IBM’s industry-leading technologies, including IBM zSystems, IBM Power Systems, IBM Storage, IBM Quantum Systems, with responsibilities such as but not limited to: Install and test hardware systems hands-on. Validate and characterize processors and systems. Support customers and field engineers with technical solutions. Design and test firmware architectures. Analyze failures and improve system reliability. Automate test suites and simulate customer environments. Develop and document test plans and procedures. Contribute to internal and external code repositories. Collaborate with global development teams. Install, configure, and validate AI Large Language Models (LLMs). Skills We’re Looking For Familiarity with one or more programming languages such as C++, C, Java, Ruby, Python, Perl, SQL Experience with application development and databases. Ability to design scalable APIs, servers, services, and applications. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies. Strong communication, design, problem solving and testing skills. Curiosity, creativity, and a client-first mindset. • Familiarity with Industry-Leading Practices: Exposure to industry-leading practices for exploratory testing and test automation, including unit tests, integration tests, and functional tests. • Basic Understanding of Quality Technologies: Knowledge of quality technologies and testing standards, including their application in ensuring product robustness and failure scenario refactoring. • Exposure to Defect Analysis Tools: Familiarity with tools and techniques used for defect identification, root cause analysis, and prevention methods.