Principal Software Engineer at Zalando

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

E-commerce, FintechIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of experience as a Principal Engineer, Solutions Architect or Staff Engineer
Extensive experience in software architecture and design in cloud environments
Strong track record of leading complex projects spanning multiple teams and departments
Experience with Machine Learning, especially around productionizing and MLOps
Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively guide and mentor teams through architectural decisions and project implementations
Hands-on approach, even while excelling at delegation

Responsibilities

Design and drive technical solution design for high impact ambiguous projects developed by multiple teams
Break down complex solutions into iterations to reduce risk and complexity, and ship large scale projects to production by driving, mentoring, designing and code contributions
Evangelize good software practices based on experience and industry established patterns
Drive technical innovation in the department or across teams
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to software engineers on their day-to-day work
Contribute to improving the operational excellence of the systems owned by the department by driving operational review meetings and post mortems of incidents
Drive or provide hands-on support for time critical investigations on anomalies
Establish yourself as a sparring partner for the tech and product leadership teams on both tech and product topics
Research and propose solutions to improve productivity and effectiveness using technical knowledge and expertise
Guide multiple teams within the Risk Management department, elevating architectural and software engineering standards, and leading groundbreaking initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Software EngineeringMachine LearningSystem ArchitectureTechnical LeadershipMentoringCode ContributionsOperational ExcellencePost MortemsFraud DetectionRisk Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Principal Software Engineer position?

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Is this a remote role, or is there a specific location requirement?

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What experience and skills are required for this role?

Candidates need 3+ years as a Principal Engineer, Solutions Architect or Staff Engineer, extensive experience in software architecture and design in cloud environments leading complex multi-team projects, experience with Machine Learning especially productionizing and MLOps, and strong leadership and communication skills.

What does the team structure look like for this position?

You will guide multiple teams within the Risk Management department and collaborate closely with Engineering Managers, Applied Science Managers, other Principal Software Engineers, Principal Applied Scientists, and Product Managers as a key member of the leadership team.

What benefits does Zalando offer?

Zalando provides an employee shares program, 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, and discounts from external partners.

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