Full Stack Engineer (all genders) at Zalando

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Zalando Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, E-commerce, FashionIndustries

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in building server side applications with NodeJs, Go or Python
  • 2+ years of experience in developing client side applications using ReactJS
  • Ability to write well formatted, structured and clean code that interacts with databases and UI clients
  • Care about observability, automated tests, and fast delivery
  • Curiosity in actively collaborating with product management and design, and a passion for solving meaningful problems
  • Excellent conceptual and analytical skills and a results-oriented mindset with a desire to collaborate with diverse teams, stakeholders and share knowledge
  • Understanding of data sharing and visibility considerations in platform architecture, which needs to support large data volume limitations and follow best practices
  • High initiative and intrinsic motivation for the further development of your own understanding of technical solutions
  • Fluency in the English language
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker/Kubernetes, or AWS deployment (plus)
  • Salesforce Development experience (plus)
  • Experience with Typescript (plus)

Responsibilities

  • Develop and perfect the architecture of our diverse multi org CRM Implementation, by contributing to discussions and decisions about architecture and development
  • Own the development cycle - from software design, implementation, and testing to deployment, maintenance, and operation of the products we offer to our internal Builders
  • Foster sound development practices and ensure a high quality delivery of solutions
  • Constantly strive to optimise our systems and motivate the team to do likewise
  • Design, develop and deploy microservices for our Kubernetes production environment, in collaboration with other engineers, and direct interaction with users
  • Contribute to discussions and be actively involved in the decision making of our architecture and development
  • Design, build, enhance, and maintain existing and new force.com applications that will be used across Zalando in various business functions
  • Challenge our status quo and help us define best practices for how we work

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SalesforceForce.comCRMApexVisualforceLightningArchitectureMicroservicesSoftware EngineeringFull Stack

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What salary can I expect for this Full Stack Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Full Stack Engineer position remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What technical skills are required for this role?

Candidates need 4+ years of experience building server-side applications with NodeJs, Go, or Python, and 2+ years developing client-side applications using ReactJS. Additional requirements include caring about observability, automated tests, fast delivery, and writing well-formatted, structured, clean code that interacts with databases and UI clients.

What is the company culture like at Zalando?

Zalando emphasizes being inclusive by design, with a hiring process that assesses candidates solely on qualifications and merit without discrimination based on gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability. They have a diversity & inclusion strategy called do.BETTER and employee resource groups.

What makes a strong candidate for this Full Stack Engineer position?

Strong candidates have 4+ years in server-side development with NodeJs, Go, or Python, 2+ years in ReactJS, and a focus on observability, automated tests, clean code, and optimizing systems. Experience designing force.com applications, microservices for Kubernetes, and contributing to architecture discussions is highly valued.

Zalando

European online fashion retail marketplace

About Zalando

Zalando operates as a major e-commerce platform in Europe, focusing on fashion and lifestyle products. It allows customers to shop for a wide variety of clothing, shoes, and accessories from both established and emerging brands through its website and mobile app. The platform generates revenue by selling products directly to consumers and earning commissions from third-party sellers who list their items on Zalando. A key feature of Zalando is its commitment to providing a smooth shopping experience, which includes free delivery and returns, a large selection of products, and personalized recommendations. Zalando Plus, a premium membership program, offers additional benefits like faster shipping and exclusive deals. The company distinguishes itself from competitors by investing in technology and logistics to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline operations.

Berlin, GermanyHeadquarters
2008Year Founded
$149.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
Hybrid Work Options
Company Equity
Professional Development Budget
Visa Support
Wellness Program

Risks

Acquisition of About You may strain financial resources and affect profitability.
Virtual Fitting Room may face technological challenges and user adoption issues.
Competition from Vestiaire Collective's AI advancements could threaten Zalando's market position.

Differentiation

Zalando offers a seamless shopping experience with free delivery and returns.
The company invests heavily in technology for efficient operations and customer satisfaction.
Zalando's wide selection includes both well-known and emerging fashion brands.

Upsides

Acquisition of About You could expand market share in European fashion e-commerce.
Virtual Fitting Room may reduce return rates and improve customer satisfaction.
Zalando Partner platform could enhance third-party seller experience and increase commission revenue.

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