Security Software Developer

IntroductionData is the new currency. In an ever increasingly connected world where the amount of data generated every day is exploding, in the wrong hands, this data can be used for malicious intent. As more systems are being built on the cloud, businesses are struggling to protect and monitor their data environment. The IBM Security development team works on leading edge products and solutions to help organizations analyze their data environment to make sound decisions to ensure regulatory compliance and improve their data security. The research and development in this area is critical to IBM and represents a huge opportunity for growth in terms of revenue uplift and technology advancement.Our developers participate in all aspects of software development, from inception and design through code implementation and delivery, contribute to and learn about all technologies utilized by the product across the different tiers and work closely with senior technical team members on high-level architecture and designs.As a Security Software Developer, you will be an integral part of the team responsible for developing new features for our new data security offering using the wide array of tools and technologies. You will work on a self-managing Agile team that cultivates creativity and challenges the status quo. You have an interest in learning and writing code in a variety of programming languages and/or different platforms, possess an innovative mindset and passion to push limits on finding new and inventive ways to work. Curiosity is a must!Your Role and ResponsibilitiesAs our team operates in a highly dynamic, Agile, squad-based development environment, you will have the opportunity to work on a closely knit squad with responsibilities covering the entire spectrum of software development (e.g. Research, Design, Prototype, Development, QA, Deployment, Support). Additionally, as a member of the Development team, you will be also working with the Offering Management team and the Chief Technology Officer who both help shape and prioritize our portfolio strategy and directions.The ideal candidate should have a strong passion for developing software using the latest web technologies as demonstrated by their contribution to open source projects, experimenting with new technologies and development of their own hobby applications. They should also have a keen interest in researching the latest data security trends and regulations, and a broad understanding of cybersecurity attacks. In addition, the ideal candidate must also have a relentless desire for continuous improvement through the learning of new things, be a champion of new ideas, continually explore new perspectives, and embrace going beyond their comfort zone even at the risk of failure or embarrassment.Required Technical and Professional Expertise+ English Fluent (verbal and written)+ Min 3 years in the following:+ Proven programming experience, such as Golang, Python+ Some exposure with at least one modern web application framework (ReactJS preferably)+ Familiarity with designing and implementing solutions based on microservices methodologies.+ Knowledge with file access operations+ Familiarity with message/queue systems, e.g., Kafka, Event Streams+ Strong academic foundation in Computer Science or related fields: Data structures, algorithms, networking+ Strong communication skills and able to convey ideas and opinions to others.Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise+ Familiar with protocols such as GRPC+ Experience with design and optimization of traditional and modern data stores/services, e.g., RDBMS, HDFS, NoSQL, and Cloud Object Stores+ Familiarity with Java/J2EE+ Experience in enterprise-related development (multi-threading, scalability, performance)+ Experience with automated infrastructure configurations and orchestration, e.g., Docker, Kubernetes+ Experience with CI/CD tools, e.g., Jenkins, Travis+ Experience building applications on cloud infrastructure, e.g., private clouds, public clouds+ Experience with unit testing frameworks+ Experience working in an agile team, e.g., Kanban+ Familiarity with continuous delivery and continuous integration+ Legal working statusAbout Business UnitIBM is a leading provider of enterprise security solutions. Named by industry analysts as a leader in 12 security market segment categories, IBM Security is a multi-billion dollar business that is rapidly growing. In an industry focused on building walls, IBM Security is focused on creating an open, connected security ecosystem that leverages AI and cloud to help clients improve compliance, stop threats, and grow their business securely.Your Life @ IBMWhat 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 IBMIBM'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 StatementThis role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, and Syria) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position.Being You @ IBMIBM 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.