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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer (all genders) React / React Native - **Company:** Zalando SE - **Location:** Berlin, Germany - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Browser Compatibility, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Quality, Design of User Interfaces, Node.Js, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, ReactJS, Playwright, React Native, Front End Software Development, React Testing Library - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c93855c7ee57e9a0 ## About the Role * Must have: Strong expertise in React * You thrive on collaboration, working side by side with people of all backgrounds and disciplines * You are capable of working both collaboratively and independently. * You care about code quality and have a passion for building a high-impact, well-performing developer experience. * You have a passion for improving developer and designer workflows * You have a curious mind and enjoy keeping up to date with the latest technologies * You bring a systematic approach to problem-solving * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Solid foundation of core front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JS) * Good Knowledge of cross-platform browser compatibility restrictions and requirements * Good knowledge of Unit and Visual testing strategies and frameworks like React Testing Library, Jest and Playwright * Knowledge of Typescript would be a plus * Comfortable working with Node.js * Plus: Experience with React Native * Big Plus: Extensive experience in developing and maintaining Design Systems with a strong focus on accessibility (A11Y) ## Description As a Software Engineer (all genders), you will have a unique opportunity to shape the future of Zalando's design standards and technical infrastructure. You will work on central UI libraries, automation tools, AI toolings and scalable architecture using technologies such as Typescript, React, and Node. 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