Junior Java Developer

Job Description

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.

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.

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 teams components.

Qualifications

• Technical background (Degree in software engineering, computer science or engineering telecommunications).
• Experience with Java/J2EE (1+/2+ years).
• Knowledge of Object‑Oriented Design and programming an advantage.
• Enthusiastic.
• Great team player (teamwork is our main objective).
• Good level of English.
• EU work permission.
• Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum methodology).
• Experience developing RESTful Web Services.
• 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

• Attractive compensation package.
• Spanish/English Lessons.
• Free Life and Health Insurance.
• Career development through Merkle University.
• Day off on your birthday.
• Annual wellness days.
• Merkle Care Employee Assistance Program.
• Merkle Benefits Club.
• 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.

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Location

Barcelona

Brand

Merkle

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

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