Smartly Launchpad 2027 (Software Engineer)

Smartlyio; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch benefits

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Smartly invites graduates to join its Launchpad Program in Helsinki, a six-month, full-time opportunity designed to translate coding foundations into real-world impact. You will work 37.5 hours per week, in a hybrid Helsinki office, alongside mentors and peers to deliver features for a global platform.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with React, TypeScript, Node.js, Kotlin, Postgres, Kafka, and Kubernetes, while improving testing practices and software craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Recently completed or about to complete a degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Some coding experience from internships or summer jobs.
• Curiosity, problem-solving, and willingness to grow.
• Familiarity with React, Node.js, TypeScript, and testing practices.
• This is a full-time, 37.5h/week six-month program, Helsinki-based.
• Comfortable working in English, with Helsinki office presence at least 3 days/week.

Responsibilities

• Build with purpose: contribute to product development used by millions.
• Learn by doing: work with mentors and real engineering teams.
• Level up your stack: strengthen React, TypeScript, Node.js and modern practices.
• Make a difference: help customers by solving technical challenges at scale.

Skills

Hands-on coding

Curiosity

Problem-solving

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

React

TypeScript

Node.js

Kotlin

Postgres

Citus

Kafka

Kubernetes

Job description

Launch Your Career in Software Engineering with Smartly's Launchpad Program!

Are you ready to turn your coding foundations into real-world impact? Smartly's Launchpad Program is built for recent graduates in Computer Science or related fields who are eager to take their first step into full-time engineering. Over six months, you'll gain hands‑on experience, sharpen your skills, and contribute directly to the global platform powering the world's largest online advertisers.

Our tech stack includes TypeScript, Node.js, React, Kotlin, Postgres, Citus, Kafka, and Kubernetes. For more information, feel free to take a look at How our Engineers Work at Smartly!

Here's What You'll Do at Smartly...

• Build with purpose: Contribute to product development used by millions of people, solving challenges that matter.
• Learn by doing: Work alongside experienced mentors and peers in real engineering teams.
• Level up your stack: Strengthen your skills in technologies like React, TypeScript, Node.js, and modern software practices.
• Make a difference: All Smartlies help customers directly by solving technical challenges, providing support, and improving our product at scale.

Here's What We're Looking For...

• Education: You've recently completed (or are about to complete) your degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience: You already have some coding experience from, for example, internships or summer jobs - you're not starting from scratch.
• Learning mindset: You don't need to know it all. Curiosity, problem-solving, and eagerness to grow matter most.
• Solid technical foundation: Familiarity with web technologies (React, Node.js, TypeScript), and testing practices.
• Full-time availability: This is a 37.5h/week program for the full 6 months. Applicants must be able to commit to the entire duration.
• Entry-level focus: This program is designed as a launchpad into your first permanent, full-time engineering role. If you already have several years of full-time industry experience, this program isn't the right fit.
• English proficiency: Comfortable working in English, our company language.
• Helsinki presence: You'll be based in our Helsinki office at least 3 days per week (hybrid model).

Here's Why You'll Love Working at Smartly...

• Inclusive, global culture: Join a diverse team of 850+ Smartlies from over 60 countries.
• Impact at scale: Build products that shape the future of digital advertising.
• Wellbeing matters: Comprehensive healthcare, mental health support, and a healthy work-life balance.
• Total rewards: Competitive €3,000 monthly base salary + lunch & wellness benefits.

Smartly is committed to being a great place for growth-minded individuals to thrive. Explore more in our Culture Handbook!

Program Details

• Apply by:30.10.2026
• Process: Recruiter call -> live coding interview -> final interview with your future team manager.
• Start date: January 2027 (full-time, 37.5h/week).
• Duration: 6 months, with the opportunity for a permanent role afterward.

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About Smartly

Smartly is the AI-powered advertising technology company transforming ad experiences for brands and their consumers. Our comprehensive advertising platform seamlessly integrates the capabilities of media, creative, and intelligence to power more than 800 billion impressions and generate more than 300 billion creatives annually, delivering tangible business outcomes for brands and advertisers.

Smartly is the only company in the industry recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave: Creative Advertising Technologies with PwC validating the results it delivers for brands. We manage creative and media for 700+ brands worldwide and $6B in ad spend across the largest media platforms, including Facebook, Google, Instagram, Pinterest, Snap, and TikTok. Our end-to-end technology, unmatched access to media platforms and exceptional customer service help Fortune 500 brands to reach and engage consumers and learn what performs best. Smartly is a multinational and diverse team of 750+ Smartlies from 60+ nationalities, working in 13 countries. Together, we want to create and maintain an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and heard. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach is at the heart of it.

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