Software Engineer

Zalando SE
Berlin, Germany
4 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Amazon Web Services Relational Databases PostgreSQL Machine Learning Software Engineering SQLite Data Streaming Cloud Platform System Backend Kotlin Machine Learning Operations
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Presto Programming Languages

Job description

  • Contribute to key projects that influence how inventory is managed at Zalando
  • Collaborate to define the product strategy, roadmap, and backlog of the team, ensuring alignment with our business goals and objectives
  • Engage with various stakeholders to understand the business context and contribute to developing and customising relevant and scalable solutions
  • Manage the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from discovery to execution, adapting focus as needed. Collaborate closely with engineering peers to address this complex problem space
  • Foster and promote an inclusive culture and a diverse team environment
  • Engage in the creation and definition of team processes

Requirements

You will work closely with a highly experienced team of 6 engineers, receiving direct mentorship as you grow your skills in building scalable, real-time backend systems. If you have a solid foundation in software engineering, a passion for backend development, and a strong desire to learn about ML infrastructure, we want to hear from you!, * Programming Language skills: You’re proficient in a Java-based language (e.g., Kotlin) and can quickly learn new technologies.

  • Infrastructure skills: Familiarity with cloud-based platforms (like AWS) and relational databases (such as PostgreSQL, SQLite, or Presto/Trino) is a plus.
  • Operational Excellence: You have an idea of maintaining and operating complex systems at scale by applying industry best practices around monitoring and alerting
  • Collaborative & Communicative: You work well in cross-functional teams and are skilled at communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Building proactive relationships across departments will be key to your success.
  • Curious & Innovative: You’re always looking for ways to improve the accuracy and efficiency of simulations. Your curiosity drives you to explore new techniques and propose research initiatives that push the boundaries of our simulation capabilities.

Benefits & conditions

We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Please feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support and assist you throughout the hiring process.

do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion

Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion/our-employee-resource-groups

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 work model of up to 60% remote work and flexible working times.
  • 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

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