THE ROLE & THE TEAM
As a Backend Software Engineer in Tech Logistics, you will develop logistics systems to support the delivery of millions of items to our customers. You would be a part of one of our teams that develop systems that, for example, do stock distribution across warehouses, handle receive distribution and storage of goods and returns, develop algorithms to optimize the utilization of automation and staff, or create processes to ship goods to our customers while reducing errors and improving performance of logistics centers.
THE TEAM
We solve things that matter to the customer and business. Our product organization is embedded in the team enabling us to design, measure, and monitor meaningful innovations that provide the most reliable order processing experience.
Our domain area is large and it takes time to become familiar with it. We focus on long-term relationships. We like to mentor and coach new team members so that they grow professionally and feel comfortable at work. You will enjoy the team, get opportunities to learn new technologies and experience many challenges.
Our code runs for years at scale and we value easy-to-understand and maintainable solutions. Therefore, we employ API-first and make robust architectural decisions.
The team is located in the offices attached to the Warehouse at Regioparkring - short ways to see our work in action. At the same time we successfully practice a hybrid work culture.
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Develop and execute mid- & long-term technical vision and architecture with your team, while closely collaborating with Engineering Managers to be in line with our overall tech strategy. You will support teams driving the design and implementation of applications used by our colleagues in our logistics centers, platform services, and algorithmic optimizations (such as route planning and task scheduling).
Manage your services from architecture to testing, deployment and operation in an agile environment.
Collaborate with and mentor a multi-disciplinary team of backend, frontend, and research engineers.
Facilitate communication and decision-making in your team and with other engineering teams and stakeholders.
WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You have various levels of experience in professional programming in Java, Kotlin with expertise in microservices architecture, distributed systems, RESTful APIs and event-driven design. You are knowledgeable in data structures, SQL and NoSQL, Spring/Kafka framework, and you have experience with AWS and Kubernetes.
You are experienced in building high-volume services in distributed systems, in delivering high-quality code and knowledge of how to deploy and maintain it.
You have interest and knowledge in Python or similar languages, it’s considered a plus.
You are curios about algorithms, machine learning or mathematics.
You possess fluent and effective communication and ability to understand business requirements in an agile environment.
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 and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with 60% (or more) remote 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 (including Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
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.
