Engineer Trainee

Job Overview

As a Java Developer you will be part of a cross‑functional development team using agile methodologies. At Merkle Barcelona, you will learn programming best practice, Scrum framework, and the values and behaviours needed to create high‑performance teams. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all software delivered is of the highest possible quality, interacting with senior developers, QA and designers.

As part of our Java Graduate Scheme we provide training and mentoring to become a full‑stack Java Developer, covering both front‑end and back‑end technologies.

• Be part of a Scrum development team in Barcelona; learn Scrum framework, behaviours and values.
• Work with senior developers and learn best practices.
• Develop software for both backend and frontend.
• Interact with QA to ensure new functionality is covered with tests.

• Recent graduate holding an IT‑related university degree (Bachelor or Master) (also considered for career switch).
• Interest in creating good‑quality software and working in an agile environment.
• Intellectual curiosity and ambition.
• Great team player able to work autonomously.
• Good English, as most communication takes place in English.
• EU citizen or EU work permit holder.
• Willingness to occasionally travel to client sites or other Merkle offices throughout Europe.

• Attractive and competitive salary.
• Spanish/English lessons.
• Free coffee and fruit.
• Free life and health insurance.
• Great career progression opportunities.
• Opportunities for personal growth and professional development.
• Career development through Merkle University (including  and Skillsoft).
• Friendly and international environment.
• International portfolio of clients and projects across Europe.

• Barcelona.
• Full time.
• Permanent contract.