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Staff Software Engineer – IBM Cloud Object Storage

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Job description

Location: Chicago, IL Required

This team's focus is on the development of the Java server application powering the API gateway nodes of the distributed Cloud Object Storage system. Successful candidates will have a strong software engineering background in server-side development with an emphasis on performance and quality. The candidate must be able to design and architect software using solid object-oriented methodologies utilizing multi-threaded and asynchronous design paradigms.

Role Description:
Develop Java software for the service responsible for ingesting, processing, and storing the data of a distributed object storage system. This includes:
·  Asynchronous design patterns and programming techniques
·  Architecture and design of scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems
·  HTTP request handling and REST API development
·  Statistics and analytics frameworks to support system monitoring and troubleshooting
·  Take a hands-on approach while participating in all phases of the development process (Agile) with a constant focus on improving process and the overall quality.
·  Use object-oriented analysis techniques to gather and document requirements, code, and test cases.
·  Develop estimates for your own assigned work and complete assigned software development, testing, and/or maintenance tasks.
·  Identify potential problems with applications/systems and research/recommend alternative solutions.
·  Utilize defect tracking system to track defects and change requests.
·  Assist with resolution of customer issues that arise in the deployed products.
Auto req ID

325347BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Software Developer
State / Province

ILLINOIS
Primary job category

Software Development & Support
Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

CLOUD
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

Chicago
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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.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  At least 10+ years of programming experience including object-oriented server-side development using a heavily asynchronous development model, with a strong preference towards Java
·  Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining highly available and fault tolerant systems
·  Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
·  Strong understanding of software development lifecycle - Must be able to participate in all phases of a software project from beginning to end, including requirements, architecture, design, test, deployment, maintenance, and retirement
·  Excellent communication, project management and time management skills
Skill-keywords

Cleversafe, Cloud Object Storage
Country/Region

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Programming language flexibility - Expertise in at least one language, familiarity with some of the common languages, and ability to pick up new languages quickly
·  Ability to architect appropriate technical solutions - Ability to define the best integration approach based on solid design principles and maintainability
·  Debugging and troubleshooting - Ability to solve technical problems in areas both familiar and unfamiliar
·  Data structures and algorithms - Theoretical knowledge and ability to apply concepts to engineering problems
·  Distributed systems - Familiarity with distributed systems and networking principles
·  Experience or familiarity with Kubernetes or OpenShift
·  Experience or familiarity with container technologies like Docker
Secondary Job Category

Other Software Development & Support
Eligibility Requirements

·  None
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire
Location Statement

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
Introduction

As an Staff Software Engineer, you will be part of the Cloud Object Storage - Core development team responsible for ensuring the architectural integrity and successful delivery of a scalable object storage platform. You will be responsible for participating in the development, testing, and delivery of products and features in support of IBM's Cloud Object Storage system. In particular this role will have an emphasis on driving performance optimization and improvement initiatives in the product. You will join a small, agile engineering team and participate in all aspects of the development process, from requirements gathering through delivery and production support.
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