IT Engineer Placement

targetjobs UK; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday

Employee discounts

Career development

Inclusive culture

Wellbeing support

Pension and life assurance

Hybrid working

Campus head office with gym

Job summary

TJX Europe offers an 11-month placement program designed for Computer Science or STEM students. You’ll join a dynamic team across our technology functions, contributing to software development, data analytics, and enterprise systems configuration.

This is a hybrid role with learning opportunities, mentorship, and exposure to real business problems. Ideal candidates will have a STEM degree, a passion for technology, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• CS or STEM degree required.
• Interest in how technology drives business and enhances customer experience.
• A collaborative and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team on a placement project aligned to your skills.
• Develop bespoke software to support buyers.
• Create analytics and data visualization tools in data warehousing.
• Configure core enterprise systems as part of the program.

Skills

Fascination with technology

Curiosity

Collaborative mindset

Education

CS or STEM degree

Job description

At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—TK Maxx & Homesense, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

About The Program

Now more than ever, the success of our business is underpinned by cutting-edge technology. As a placement student you’ll have an analyst mindset and be excited by the possibilities of exploring new digital directions. You’ll quickly discover a wealth of technical expertise and be matched with a team that best suits your skills. You may find yourself developing bespoke software to help buyers strike deals; or devising better analytics and data visualization tools in data warehousing; or configuring the core enterprise systems that run our business.

Do you live and breathe digital innovation?

As part of our 11-month Placement program, the first few months provides an opportunity to get to know your team and understand how they work. You’ll be given real hands-on experience from the beginning.

What We’re Looking For

• Engineer placement Route: (Platform Engineering / Data and Automation Solutions / Security and Engineering / Pro Code software Development / Product Configuration)
• Computer Science or a related STEM degree / Or related Science/ Technology/ Engineering/ Maths degree
• A fascination for how technology drives business and enhances customer experience
• Curiosity for identifying better ways of doing things and challenging the status quo
• A truly collaborative mindset

What we offer

• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Exclusive employee discounts at TK Maxx and Homesense
• Career Development Opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is valued
• Access to wellbeing support and resources
• Pension and life assurance schemes
• Opportunities to grow your career across our global business
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• A vibrant, campus-style head office in the heart of Watford—featuring a subsidised canteen, onsite gym, free parking, and just a short walk from Watford Junction Station

You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to.

As proud as we are of our past success, it’s our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.