Junior Software Engineer - Partner Tech - Java/Kotlin (All genders)

• Design, develop, deploy, and improve scalable software solutions that directly impact our daily business, using cloud technologies (AWS, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders, contributing to project scope, objectives, and deliverables while embracing an inclusive and diverse team environment.
• Own your code and participate in operational duties, including monitoring and maintaining service health and performance.
• Continuously improve your skills by embracing a growth mindset, seeking feedback, and staying updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to maintaining code quality and best practices, including active participation in code reviews
• Show a willingness to learn and work with JVM languages and different codebases, while seeking mentorship and growth opportunities.

Do you have experience in TypeScript?, * You have a solid grasp of computer science fundamentals, a passion for solving real-world problems, and a commitment to continuous growth and learning.

• You bring extensive experience with JVM technologies (Java or Kotlin), building microservices, and working hands-on with the Spring Framework.
• You have a deep understanding of microservice architecture, REST services, and API design, alongside experience deploying and operating applications in cloud infrastructure.
• You bring strong knowledge of engineering practices that produce well-tested, high-quality code, and you genuinely enjoy collaborating on refactoring and feature implementation.
• You have excellent English communication skills and a strong desire to foster inclusive team environments where diverse teams can thrive.
• You bring a curiosity for modern front-end technologies (like React and TypeScript) or an interest in exploring AI tools, prompt engineering, and API integration.

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 Wellhub, formerly Gympass)
• Mental health support and coaching available
• Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review

At Partner Tech - P2P Engineering , we are building and maintaining a broad array of services used by internal and external Partners to create and manage the assortment that will be offered in Zalando’s Platform.