Software Engineer (Cloud)

Software Engineer (Cloud)

Company:
IBM

Location:
Jackson
TN
US

Category:
Information Technology

Degrees Required:
Not Specified

Employment Type:
Full-Time

Manages Others:
No

Requirements:
 

Requirements:

IBM SoftLayer is looking to add multiple full-time software engineers to their cloud computing team located in Austin, Texas.  Relocation assistance is available.

IBM has recently made a large investment in buying SoftLayer and we are looking for software engineers who can integrate and expand on SoftLayer's platform as it is integrated into IBM. Individuals with experience in software, web services or app development along with a strong background in PHP, Java, object oriented development and agile programming are needed to work on this large and dynamic platform with diverse capabilities (The majority of development will be done in PHP). This is a great opportunity for information technology specialists who are looking to make a direct impact on the continued success of IBM while enabling significant growth in our cloud computing platform.

The IBM SoftLayer Cloud Infrastructure team develops the products and services that will define the future of cloud in the hosting industry.  IBM SoftLayer builds the most innovative systems in our industry using the latest technology to deliver creative solutions that our customers depend on to succeed. As a software engineer you will work on projects that push the limits of what is available to customers.  For IBM SoftLayer, automation is the key to success.  You will be challenged to find creative and efficient ways to deploy products and services to our customers.

If you are a developer who seeks responsibility, thrives when empowered, and wants to be a part of an agile team atmosphere; then look no further! You will be joining some of the most talented, creative, and dedicated developers.  We strive to make this a place where you want to be, a place where you are proud to work, and where you are motivated to excel.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative, company and industry impacting products and services
• Design, develop and implement object oriented applications from prototype through implementation
• Integrate open source and commercial enterprise applications into a publicly exposed API and web-based portal
• Create highly scalable and performant SOAP/REST/XML/JSON web services.
• Take ownership and manage projects that vary in size and scope depending on requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related majors
• Expert knowledge of 1 or more OOP language such as PHP5+, C++, or Java (The majority of development will be done in PHP).
• Strong knowledge of scripting languages such as Python
• Strong knowledge of SOA / web services Ð SOAP, REST, XML-RPC, XML, JSON
• Strong understanding of object oriented design principles and patterns
• Experience in large systems software design and development

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using PHP 5+ (As mentioned above, the majority will be done in PHP).
• Experience using Cloud Computing technologies especially OpenStack
• Experience using Virtualization platforms (VMWare, XenServer or Hyper-V)
• Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux

Job-Type: Full-Time

Location: Austin, TX

Benefits

Our employees love working at IBM because they have an opportunity to be an innovator, they work with the best and brightest, and they can build the career they want all while working for a company they can be proud of! IBM offers competitive benefits, as well as an industry-leading practice of performance-based bonuses for all employees. Few places offer as many opportunities as IBM to gain knowledge in your field of expertise, work in a stimulating environment, and be rewarded for outstanding performance! For applying see here