Are you ready to turn your data foundations into real-world impact? Smartly’s Launchpad Program is built for recent Master’s in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or related fields who are eager to take their first step into full-time data 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 SQL, BigQuery, Airflow, Python, dbt, Kafka, Kubernetes, Terraform
Here’s What You’ll Do at Smartly…- Build data pipelines: Design, implement, and maintain ETL/ELT workflows to move and transform data at scale.
- Learn by doing: Work with experienced mentors in data engineering, analytics, and product teams.
- Level up your stack: Gain experience with SQL, Python, Airflow, dbt, BigQuery, Snowflake, Kafka, Terraform, and Kubernetes.
- Make a difference: Support data-driven decision making across Smartly by enabling reliable, scalable, and accurate data infrastructure.
- Education: You’ve recently completed (or are about to complete) your degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience: You have some practical experience with SQL and Python from internships, coursework, or projects - 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.
- Technical foundation: A software engineering mindset with familiarity in databases, data pipelines, or cloud platforms.
- 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 data 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).
- 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 - €3,200 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: 30.10.2025
- Process: Recruiter call → technical task (Python) → final interview with your future team manager.
- Start date: January 2026 (full-time, 37.5h/week).
- Duration: 6 months, with the opportunity for a permanent role afterward.
Send us your resume, LinkedIn profile, and any other materials (GitHub, portfolio, project examples, cover letter, or case studies). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so don’t wait for the deadline!
Ready to kickstart your career in data engineering? Apply now and join Smartly’s Launchpad 2026 cohort!
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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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