Fullstack ( + React Native) Engineer (all genders)

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

As part of the Emerging Propositions team you will be involved in exciting projects that primarily focus on our special customers' experience like the beauty and designer domain.  

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit. ​

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

do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups

WHAT WE'D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

Develop high-quality and responsive user interfaces for web and mobile applications using modern frontend frameworks such as React  for web and React Native for mobile apps.
Collaborate with designers to create visually appealing interfaces that meet user needs and brand guidelines
Work closely with product managers and backend engineers to integrate frontend components with backend APIs and databases
Ensure the client applications are optimized for speed and performance, including minimizing load times and maximizing interactivity
Write clean, modular, and maintainable code that can be easily understood and modified by other team members
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other team members
Stay up-to-date with the latest frontend technologies and trends and bring new ideas and solutions to the team
Ensure the client applications are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities
Test and debug frontend components to identify and fix issues that arise during development
Document technical specifications and provide support to other team members as needed

WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF...

Must Haves:

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and Node.js

• Experience with modern frontend frameworks React and React Native

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Experience with version control tools such as Git

• Commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement

Nice to have: 

• Experience with server-side rendering (SSR)

• Familiarity with backend technologies such as APIs and databases

• Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO) principles

• Familiarity with design tools such as Figma

• Willingness to mentor and guide junior team members

• Knowledge of web analytics tools and methodologies

• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker

OUR OFFER

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 (for Zalando SE)

• 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

Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us