Developer Trainee

2 weeks ago

Linköping, Sweden Teamtailor Full time

Are you a junior developer passionate about creating impactful, high-quality software that users love? Are you motivated to learn, take ownership, and contribute meaningfully to a fast-growing, profitable tech company? If so, our Developer Trainee Program could be the perfect opportunity for you

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking junior developers with a drive to learn quickly and the ambition to make a difference for our users. The ideal candidate:

  • Takes pride in and ownership of their work, striving to build a high quality product.
  • Driven to learn and contribute, with strong communication and organization skills.
  • Possesses either a solid academic background or relevant practical experience.
  • Good working knowledge of JavaScript and/or TypeScript.
  • Familiarity with Ruby on Rails and Ember.js is a strong plus, though not required; similar experience with technologies like Python or React.js is also beneficial.
  • Based in Stockholm, Gothenburg, or Linköping and can mix remote work with in-person work in our offices.
The Technologies You’ll Work With

At Teamtailor, our core tech stack includes:

  • Ember.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS for the frontend
  • Ruby on Rails for the backend, with RSpec for tests
  • PostgreSQL for the database, and Sidekiq for background jobs

In addition to the technologies we use, one of the most important frameworks you’ll learn is the Shape Up methodology we use to organize our work. Read more: Building Teamtailor — How We Work in the Product Team.

What You’ll Be Doing

The trainee program runs over three 8-week cycles (6 months). Each cycle you’ll join a small, collaborative team (2 additional full-stack developers and 1 designer) working on 6-week projects followed by an Innovation Week and an Improvement Week. You’ll:

  • Collaborate with your team on real, high-impact projects within the main Teamtailor app.
  • Be mentored by a senior developer who will guide you through code reviews, pair programming, and frequent feedback.
  • Have regular check-ins with your coach to discuss progress and improvement areas.
Growth and Learning Opportunities

You’ll have a dedicated mentor that will work closely with you for all three cycles, and we prioritize hands-on learning with:

  • 1-on-1 Mentorship: Regular check-ins and tailored support.
  • Pair Programming and Code Reviews: Opportunities to learn directly from experienced developers.
  • Books and Courses: Access to self-study resources.
  • Innovation and Improvement Weeks: Between cycles, we have two-week cooldown periods where you can dive into small projects, experiment, and focus on skills development alongside other developers.

Here's what our trainees from the latest round of the program have to say about the experience:

Joining Teamtailor's Trainee Program as my first job after college was the perfect start to my career. From day one, I felt welcomed and supported —everyone was ready to answer questions and offer advice, which greatly impacted my growth. My mentor played an invaluable role, guiding me patiently and helping me build confidence in my skills . I learned so much about the technical side of things, teamwork, and problem-solving, and I’m truly grateful for the warm welcome, the support, and the chance to contribute meaningfully from the very start .
—Beatriz Mendes, Developer Trainee 2023I started at Teamtailor as a developer trainee and was welcomed by a knowledgeable, friendly mentor and a supportive team who made every challenge feel achievable. The program is thoughtfully designed, allowing me to contribute to building the product from day one, which gave me a real sense of ownership and accomplishment. Throughout this journey, my teammates were not only skilled but also genuinely caring and encouraging, celebrating our successes and helping each other grow. Thanks to the valuable learning and collaborative environment, I’m excited to be writing this testimonial now as a regular developer.
—Melike Gündoğdu, Developer Trainee 2023

In addition to your dedicated mentor, who will work with you on a daily basis, you will also have frequent 1-on-1s with your coach where you will discuss how to make the most of the trainee program.

Program Details
  • Start date: January 7, 2025
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Application deadline: November 18, make sure to submit your application before then
  • Salary: 25,000 SEK/month
  • Future Opportunities: By the end of the program, if you demonstrate the skills to work independently as a developer within our cycle teams, you’ll be considered for a full-time role.
What It’s Like to Work at Teamtailor

At Teamtailor, autonomy and ownership are key. We believe in giving everyone the freedom to thrive without micromanagement. We are a distributed team, but we prefer hiring in clusters to support hybrid working setups. To learn more about our unique company culture, please visit Our Essence.

Our recruitment process
  1. Submit your application and answer some basic questions. No cover letter or CV required
  2. Two short online assessments — for personality and logical ability — to help us be more objective and reduce biases ⚖️
  3. A short interview with the hiring manager. That’s me, CJ
  4. Take home code assignment, where you’ll spend about 3 hours implementing a feature ‍
  5. Pair programming session with your potential mentor, where you’ll refine the code from your assignment together
  6. Reference checks with your previous colleagues (if you have any) 
  7. Offer to join the trainee program, if we think it's a perfect match

If you’re ready to accelerate your development career with a team that values growth, collaboration, and impact, we’d love to hear from you