4 March, 2025

an initiative of

Mobile World Capital Barcelona and Vueling join forces to launch The Digital Talent Flight: A Runway to Talent Arena, a unique experience that bridges talent and innovation as part of Talent Arena, a new co-located event with MWC25 Barcelona.

This exclusive charter flight connects Paris with Barcelona

bringing together developers and digital professionals in an initiative that transcends borders. With this action, Talent Arena establishes itself as the leading European event for digital talent, offering a platform for international collaboration, technological innovation, and professional growth. 

// Participate as a hackathon judge during the flight

Digital Talent takes flight!

At The Digital Talent Flight, you’ll enjoy an immersive experience designed to transform the IT sector. Weeks before the event on 4 March, a hackathon will be held in collaboration with EPITECH in Paris, bringing together over 100 developers. From this competition, the top five teams will be selected to present their innovative solutions onboard the flight.

Their projects will leverage artificial intelligence systems to customise and optimise onboard experience for Vueling flights. The winning team will be announced upon arrival at Talent Arena during the main event.

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What Are We Looking For?

Your role will be pivotal in adding value as a judge, providing expert evaluations, recommendations for improvement, and mentoring teams. Final project presentations will take place onboard, mid-flight. Upon arriving at Talent Arena, the winning team will be announced. 

Looking for Senior profiles such as:

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Software Engineers & Developers

Specialists in backend, frontend, or full-stack development.

Data Scientists & Engineers

Experts in AI, machine learning, data analytics, and big data solutions.

Cloud & DevOps Engineers

Professionals in cloud architecture, automation, and infrastructure deployment.

Cybersecurity Specialists

Experts ensuring secure and reliable tech solutions.

Product
Managers

Leaders bridging technology and business, ensuring project success.

UX/UI
Designers

Focused on creating seamless user experiences through innovative design.

Product
Managers

Leaders bridging technology and business, ensuring project success.

AI specialist

Experts in designing and implementing advanced AI models, from machine learning to natural language processing solutions

YOUR ITINERARY

1. Complimentary flight from Paris to Barcelona

Enjoy a round-trip flight on 4 March with all travel expenses covered. Depart at 6:30 a.m. from Orly Airport  to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).

2. Participate as a hackathon judge during the flight

Take on the role of judge and mentor in a challenge that showcases the rising talent in the IT sector. Evaluate the presentations of the five hackathon finalist teams onboard.

3. Landing in Barcelona and winner announcement at Talent Arena

Travel by private coach from Barcelona Airport to Talent Arena, where representatives of the organising entities will welcome Digital Talent Flight participants. Attend the presentation of the winning team in front of all attendees.

4. Enjoy a full day at Talent Arena

Your participation includes entry to Talent Arena, Europe’s leading digital talent event, where on 4 March, you’ll enjoy keynotes from Steve Wozniak (Apple), Lauren Lyons (SpaceX), Luca Mezzalira (Amazon Web Services), and many more. You’ll also have the chance to join the Open Gateway DevCon, offering insights into the global impact of Network APIs and their role in driving innovation

5. Return to Barcelona Airport and flight back to Paris

Board a private coach at 6:30 p.m. from Talent Arena (Plaça Espanya) to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). Take the return flight at 8:05 p.m. to Orly Airport .

Join us!

Register by 7 February to apply for a spot on the Digital Talent Flight, free initiative aims to top international digital talent

Applications will be reviewed, and selected participants will be notified based on their profile. Please, for any additional information or inquiries, please contact [email protected]

Want to Learn More About Talent Arena?

Visit the website for full event details, including a high-profile panel of experts featuring Steve Wozniak (Apple), Garry Kasparov, Lauren Lyons (SpaceX), and Cassie Kozyrkov (Google), among many others.