Developer/Engineer

Merkle Inc.; Bellprat; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Merkle University

Birthday Holiday

Wellness days

Volunteer days

Flexible compensation

Hybrid work

Job summary

Merkle, a dentsu company, is seeking Java Developers to join agile teams in Barcelona, Spain. You will design and code backend applications, practice test-driven development, and contribute across all development phases to deliver valuable increments each sprint.

The role emphasizes teamwork, English communication, and experience with Agile/Scrum. Flexible hybrid work conditions and a vibrant social calendar are highlighted benefits.

Qualifications

• Technical background aligned with software engineering disciplines.
• Experience with Java/J2EE and modern frameworks in enterprise backends.
• Good English communication and teamwork in Agile settings.

Responsibilities

• Design and code Java backend applications with TDD.
• Refactor, test, and maintain code quality.
• Participate in all development phases from analysis to delivery.
• Deliver a useful increment each sprint.

Skills

Java/J2EE

Object-Oriented Design

Team player

English proficiency

Agile/Scrum

Test-driven Development

Behavior-driven Development

Education

Degree in software engineering / computer science / telecommunications

Tools

Spring

Hibernate

iBatis

Maven

Git

Docker

Jenkins

Oracle

Job description

At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the experience economy. Whether we’re building the next great app, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions of users, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions, it’s all in the name of crafting experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by dentsu’s legacy of innovation and creativity originating in Japan, we’ve spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, and connect meaningfully with their audiences.

We’ve been named a global “Leader” by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management.

Job Description

We’re located in sunnyBarcelona, Spain, around 20/30 mins away from thebeach, and we’re looking for Java Developers at all levelsto join our agile teams, working for one of the biggest telecommunications and media companies worldwide.

Reporting to your Team Lead, you will be ready to push the boundaries ofdigital changeand join agrowing teamwith anamazing work environment.

Join us and experience the joy of working with top professionals and our vibrant social calendar – we look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Key responsibilities

• Design and code Java backend applications using a test-driven development approach.
• Focus on the quality of your codebase (refactoring, testing, clean code).
• Be involved in all phases of the development cycle (from Analysis to Delivery).
• Deliver a valuable increment to the Business in every sprint.
• Participate in translating High-level requirements into comprehensive technical design.
• Help improve your teams way of working.
• Support consumers of your team’s components.

Qualifications

• Technical background (Degree in software engineering, computer science or engineering telecommunications)
• Experience withJava/J2EE(1+/2+ years)
• Knowledge ofObject-Oriented Designand programming an advantage
• You will be a great Team player (teamwork is our main objective)
• You will need a good level of English.
• Experience working in anAgileenvironment (Scrummethodology)
• Experience with Test-driven Development (TDD)
• Behavior-driven Development (BDD)
• Knowledge of relational databases and SQL (Oracle)
• Any Spring, Hibernate, iBatis, Maven, GIT, Docker, or Jenkins.

Additional information

Whether it’s the joy of working with people at the top of their game or the Merkle social calendar, people love working here – and we hope you will too:

• Attractive compensation package.
• Free Life and Health Insurance
• Career development through Merkle University
• Day off on your birthday
• Annual wellness days
• Merkle Care Employee Assistance Program
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Flexible salary compensation scheme
• Flexible hybrid home office work conditions

*At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society." We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.