Trainee Platform Engineer

Hej Platform Engineer! Always asking “why”? Join us and turn questions into better solutions. 

We’re looking for a Platform Engineer who loves to think differently and isn’t afraid to challenge the ordinary. At IKEA, it’s all about creating value, daring to question the status quo, and finding smarter ways to make everyday life better for the many people. 

We do things a little differently here. We break things (like expectations) and make things (like ideas that turn houses into homes). We try, we fail, and we learn—because that’s how we grow. Above all, we’re united by a big vision: to create a better everyday life for the many people. 

If this sounds like your kind of adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Come join us and bring your curiosity, creativity, and courage—we’ll bring the opportunities to make a difference. 

 
What kind of co-worker are we looking for? 
You’re bold and curious, always ready to challenge the usual and discover smarter ways of working. You care deeply about people and our planet, and fairness is a must for you. Collaboration energizes you, learning excites you, and you celebrate progress—whether it’s a big leap or a small step forward. 

 
 
What we would like you to bring to the table 

As a trainee, you’ll help create solutions that make everyday life a little easier (and a lot smarter). Together with your team, you will work alongside experienced engineers to learn and contribute to the design and build of modern platform solutions. This role focuses on Linux-based systems, container orchestration, and cloud-native technologies such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). turn big ideas into real improvements that people love. And here’s the fun part: you’ll join a one-year onboarding adventure with other trainees from different roles and businesses across IKEA. It’s your chance to dive deep into our value chain, explore tech challenges and opportunities, and truly understand what makes IKEA tick — our culture, our values, and our vision. 

 
Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate for this role: 

• Constantly learning about technology and love finding smarter ways to work. 

• Enjoy teaming up and solving challenges together—because great ideas grow when shared. 

• Relevant educational background in computer Science, IT, or related field  

• Maximum 2 years of work experience within the field  

• Dream of growing with IKEA and helping millions of people feel excited about going home 

• Exposure to shell scripting, YAML, or infrastructure-as-code tools (Powershell, Bicep, Ansible) is a plus 

• Good understanding of Linux operating systems (command line, file systems, networking).  

• Good understanding of container technologies and Kubernetes fundamentals.  

• Interest in cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure.  

• Ability to learn quickly and work collaboratively in a team environment.  

• Good problem-solving and communication skills. 

Why join us? 

At IKEA, you become part of a team committed to making a positive impact. We are all in on equality and inclusion, with curiosity driving our efforts to find better ways to do things. We foster a nurturing and flexible environment that supports your well-being and professional development, ensuring we all grow together. 

We will also offer you a great career adventure where you shape your career journey at IKEA! With chances to work in different roles and countries, supported by our fun internal training programs and personalized growth plans, almost anything is possible. 

Join more than 200.000 colleagues that all share one purpose. Making people feel at home.  

This role is full-time (40 hours per week) and will be based in Malmö, Sweden. For role-specific info, chat with Platform Manager, Fredrik Stjernkvist (Fredrik.Stjernqvist1@inter.ikea.com). For recruitment process questions, connect with Recruiter, Sarah Arshad (Sarah.Arshad@inter.IKEA.com). 

Interested? Submit your CV and motivation letter, in English, by 9th February 2026.    

And here’s our promise: your application won’t disappear in the cloud. We will respond within 7 days after the application closes. We expect lots of interest, so thank you for your patience while we give every application the care it deserves. 

The trainee program is aiming to start May 2026.  

This role is a permanent position based in Malmö, Sweden. We believe in the power of the workplace and spending most of the time in the office. 

We’re excited to meet you—let’s make this happen! 
Please note: relocation support is not included for this role. 
Eager to turn tech dreams into everyday moments? Apply now and explore the opportunities that await you!   

Btw, have you also noticed that we have other opportunities for the Trainee Program at Inter IKEA? Follow this link to explore https://jobs.ikea.com/diversityintech