THE ROLE & THE TEAM
The Sports & Beauty Engineering team is looking for a talented Senior Full Stack + React Native Software Engineer who has a passion for growing, building applications and solving problems with a customer centric mindset.
Our team consists of a mix of Software Engineers, Product Managers and Designers with the mission of maximising our impact on Zalando's customer journey to bring innovation and improvements to Zalando's Sports and Beauty experience.
As a Full Stack Engineer, you will work closely with Product Managers, Designers, and Software Engineers to identify what our customers need most, design the solution to solve these challenges and take full ownership of developing it, from changing existing applications to creating new ones when needed. You will have the opportunity to solve problems using technologies like React, React Native, Node.js, TypeScript, Golang, Scala, Java, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, AWS Stack, event based architectures and much more. Check out our Tech Blog for more information on the technologies we use.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Develop high-quality and responsive user interfaces for web and mobile applications using modern frontend frameworks such as React for web and React Native for mobile apps.
Collaborate with designers to create visually appealing interfaces that meet user needs and brand guidelines
Work closely with product managers and backend engineers to integrate frontend components with backend APIs and databases
Ensure the client applications are optimized for speed and performance, including minimizing load times and maximizing interactivity
Write clean, modular, and maintainable code that can be easily understood and modified by other team members
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other team members
Stay up-to-date with the latest frontend technologies and trends and bring new ideas and solutions to the team
Ensure the client applications are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities
Test and debug frontend components to identify and fix issues that arise during development
Document technical specifications and provide support to other team members as needed
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
Must Haves:
Strong proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and Node.js
Experience with modern frontend frameworks React and React Native
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience with version control tools such as Git
Commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement
Nice to have:
Experience with server-side rendering (SSR)
Familiarity with backend technologies such as APIs and databases
Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) principles
Familiarity with design tools such as Figma
Willingness to mentor and guide junior team members
Knowledge of web analytics tools and methodologies
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
Employee shares program
40% off fashion sold and shipped by Zalando
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with 60% remote (from home) per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
27 days of vacation a year to start
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options
Mental health support and coaching available
Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us
Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.
