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      IBM Software Developer reviews

      3.9

      77% would recommend to a friend

      (5,901 total reviews)
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      Arvind Krishna

      70% approve of CEO

      66% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.2

      Diversity & inclusion

      4.1

      Work/Life balance

      4.0

      Culture & values

      3.9

      Career opportunities

      3.7

      Compensation and benefits

      3.5

      Senior management

      Software Developer employees have rated IBM with 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 5,901 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Software Developer professionals have a good working experience there. IBM is rated in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) by Software Developer professionals compared to other employers within the Informationstechnologie industry (3.9 stars).

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      6K reviews
      4.0
      Jul 18, 2025

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      Pros

      Strong Learning Environment IBM provides access to a wide variety of internal training platforms (like Think40, YourLearning), certifications, and mentorship opportunities, which are great for early-career developers. Global Exposure Working at IBM often involves collaboration with global teams, giving insight into different work cultures, tools, and large-scale enterprise projects. Work-Life Balance Most teams at IBM promote flexibility and manageable workloads, which can be a big plus for maintaining work-life balance. Technological Diversity IBM uses a broad tech stack – from mainframes to modern cloud-native development – offering exposure to both legacy and cutting-edge technologies. Brand Recognition Having IBM on your resume can be beneficial when applying to future roles, especially at other large tech or consulting firms.

      Cons

      Slow Processes Due to its large size, IBM can have a lot of bureaucratic layers. Getting approvals, switching teams, or deploying changes may be slower compared to startups or smaller companies. Less Ownership in Some Roles Depending on the project or team, early-career developers might find themselves doing more maintenance or support work rather than designing or leading features. Compensation Could Be Better While IBM offers good benefits, salaries—especially for entry-level roles—can be on the lower side compared to top-tier tech companies. Legacy Codebases Some projects involve working with outdated or less modern tech stacks, which may not align with your long-term career goals in cutting-edge development.

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