Introduction
At IBM, we know technology. But technology is only as good as the results it delivers. Are you interested and adept in application development methodology and tools? The IBM Client Innovation Centre (CIC): Nova Scotia occupies a unique position in the IT marketplace – at the intersection of business and technology.
In this role, you'll work in our IBM Client Innovation Center (CIC), where we deliver deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients around the world. These delivery centers offer our clients locally based skills and technical expertise to drive innovation and adoption of new technology.
As a member of our team, you will help IBM clients solve some of their most challenging business problems, capitalize on market opportunities and achieve real value in today’s tough economy.
We’re looking for passionate, original thinkers who want to drive progress, grow their network, and further their careers. If you see yourself as someone who never stops learning, who believes no problem is too big to solve, and who wants to unleash their potential, an Associate role is for you.
Your Role And Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and deliver modern, high-performance web applications using front-end frameworks and cloud technologies.
Collaborate in an Agile environment to translate design mockups and user requirements into responsive, accessible, and pixel-perfect UIs.
Troubleshoot and debug client-side performance issues and integration bugs across browsers and devices.
Get certified in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or IBM Cloud.
Stay up to date by learning modern technologies like React, Next.js, Vercel, MuleSoft, Jenkins, and more.
Work with JavaScript/TypeScript and frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular to build clean, component-driven front-end architecture.
Integrate front-end applications with REST/GraphQL APIs and backend services using secure, scalable practices.
Explore and contribute to AI-enhanced UI experiences such as natural language interfaces, contextual personalization, or real-time predictions.
Preferred Education
Master's Degree
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
Foundational knowledge and practical experience in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript, and ability to write clean, maintainable, and scalable front-end code.
Hands-on experience with at least one modern front-end framework: React (preferred), Vue, or Angular.
Practical knowledge of Next.js for server-side rendering, API routes, and optimized performance.
Understanding of responsive design, accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1), and modern CSS techniques (e.g., CSS Modules, Flexbox, Grid).
Familiarity with tools such as Git, npm/Yarn, and bundlers.
Exposure to back-end or full-stack environments using Node.js, Express, or Spring Boot.
Experience working with RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and front-end testing practices.
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
Modern testing tools: End-to-end testing using Playwright or Cypress.
Experience deploying web applications via Vercel or similar platforms (e.g., Netlify, Firebase Hosting).
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins).
Familiarity with AI/ML-enhanced UX features like smart assistants, personalization engines, or natural language forms.
Awareness of cloud infrastructure tools such as Terraform, Docker, or Ansible.
Eligible for clearance and have lived in Canada for 5 - 10 years.