Software Engineer u2013 HashiCorp Secure Products
IBM - Poughkeepsie, NY
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Introduction At IBM Software, we transform client challenges into solutions. Building the worldu2019s leading AI-powered, cloud-native products that shape the future of business and society. Our legacy of innovation creates endless opportunities for IBMers to learn, grow, and make an impact on a global scale. Working in Software means joining a team fueled by curiosity and collaboration. Youu2019ll work with diverse technologies, partners, and industries to design, develop, and deliver solutions that power digital transformation. With a culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning, IBM Software places you at the heart of IBMu2019s product and technology landscape. Here, youu2019ll have the tools and opportunities to advance your career while creating software that changes the world. Your role and responsibilities Weu2019re looking for Senior Backend Engineers who thrive on building reliable, scalable systems and want to make a meaningful impact at scale. In this role, youu2019ll work on complex backend services, lead technically challenging initiatives, and partner closely with product and design to deliver highu2011quality solutions that matter.What youu2019ll do Design, build, and ship backend systemsu2014from early design and prototyping through production rolloutu2014while maintaining a strong focus on stability, performance, and usability Own large, crossu2011functional initiatives, leading technical execution and ensuring reliable delivery from concept through implementation and ongoing support Serve as a technical subjectu2011matter expert, with a strong emphasis on Golang development, quality engineering, and backend best practices Drive endu2011tou2011end project execution, including architecture design, implementation, debugging, and issue resolution, with an eye toward longu2011term maintainability Evaluate tradeoffs and make sound technical decisions, proactively identifying risks, removing blockers, and keeping stakeholders aligned on progress and milestones Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and Engineering partners to design solutions that meet both technical requirements and real customer needs Influence and advocate for technical roadmap initiatives that improve system reliability, scalability, and developer experience across teams Debug and resolve complex production issues, improving the overall quality, resilience, and observability of our systems Review code with a critical eye toward quality, design patterns, performance, and scalability, helping set and uphold engineering standards Mentor and support other engineers, sharing knowledge, encouraging best practices, and fostering a culture of technical excellence Promote strong collaboration through pair programming, design discussions, and team troubleshooting sessions Help support a reliable production environment, including participation in an onu2011call rotation Champion clean, maintainable code and comprehensive testing throughout the development lifecycle Required technical and professional expertise You have at least 6+ years of experience as an engineer, developing with modern programming languages and frameworks, and are interested in working in Golang specifically Emerging ability to direct work and influence others, with a strategic approach to problem-solving and decision-making in a collaborative environment. Be able to demonstrate business acumen and customer focus, with a readiness for change and adaptability in dynamic situations You have experience working with distributed systems, particularly cloud providers such as AWS, Azure or GCP, with a focus on scalability, resilience, security and familiarity with cloud monitoring tools for high reliability and performance. Intentional focus on stakeholder management and effective communication, fostering trust and relationship-building across diverse teams Integrated skills in critical thinking and data-driven analysis, promoting a growth mindset and continuous improvement to support high-quality outcomes Preferred technical and professional experience You have experience using HashiCorp products (Terraform, Packer, Waypoint, Nomad, Vault, Boundary, Consul). You have prior experience working in cloud platform engineering teamsIBM 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, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Created: 2026-04-01