**Introduction** The Client Innovation Centre (CIC) is an innovative and exciting part of IBM. A fast-paced and dynamic business built to deliver high-value technical services to world renowned clients. All of our employees work in a consultancy environment on a variety of exciting projects across a range of sectors. Every project has its own unique working environment - this enables our employees to build their experience, skillset and network. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? As an Application Developer, you will lead IBM into the future by translating system requirements into the design and development of customized systems in an agile environment. The success of IBM is in your hands as you transform vital business needs into code and drive innovation. Your work will power IBM and its clients globally, collaborating and integrating code into enterprise systems. You will have access to the latest education, tools and technology, and a limitless career path with the world’s technology leader. Come to IBM and make a global impact! In this role, you'll work in one of our IBM Consulting Client Innovation Centres (Delivery Centres), where we deliver deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients around the world. Our delivery centres offer our clients locally based skills and technical expertise to drive innovation and adoption of new technology. About Business Unit IBM Consulting is IBM’s consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients’ businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet. **Your role and responsibilities** We’re looking for a real‑world problem solver with the tech skills and curiosity to turn big ideas into working solutions. As an Associate Application Developer, you’ll help design, build, and integrate applications using modern tools and emerging technologies. You’ll be part of agile teams, working with clients to turn system requirements into scalable, impactful solutions. What You’ll Work on as an Associate Application Developer: * Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define requirements * Turn these requirements into solution designs, documenting system architecture and key design decisions * Design, develop, and integrate application components across the full stack (backend, frontend, databases) * Write clean, maintainable, reusable code and ensure overall code quality while working with a broad ecosystem of cloud technologies and software frameworks * Contribute to code reviews, troubleshooting, automation, and performance tuning * Identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and other technical problems * Support Technical Consultants and provide technical guidance to teammates You could be placed on any of the below roles * Application Developer-Java & Web Technologies * Application Developer-AWS Cloud Fullstack * Application Developer-Azure Cloud Fullstack Application Deadline: The closing date for applications is Friday, 30th January. Assessment Availability Requirements: Assessment Centres will be scheduled in February. Your availability for these dates is critical as they are mandatory and there will be no option to choose. Spots are limited, so please ensure your calendar is clear. **Required technical and professional expertise** Technical Experience * Experience with at least one programming language (such as Java, JavaScript, Python, or similar) * Understanding of application development concepts across frontend or backend * Familiarity with development using software frameworks, developing or integrating with APIs, using databases and version control * Exposure to Agile ways of working * Ability to troubleshoot issues and learn new technologies quickly * Basic understanding of cloud, containerisation, and CI/CD is beneficial * Knowledge of automated/unit testing Required Professional Skills * Strong communication and collaboration skills * Curiosity and a willingness to learn new tools and approaches * Ability to think through problems and propose and work through solutions * Openness to feedback and continuous improvement * Comfort working in fast‑moving, agile teams Required Education Qualifications Predicted a 2:1 Bachelor's Degree or achieved in a STEM, Economics, Statistical degree or similar. Eligibility Requirements: As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. However, for you to be eligible for this role, all applicants must hold British Nationality, UK work permit or visa valid for a two-year period prior to applying along with at least 5 years UK residency and preferably 10 years. Unfortunately, we do not offer visa sponsorship and have no future plans to do so. 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, 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.