Software Engineer (JVM) - Transport Logistics Technology (all genders)

As a Software Engineer in the Transport teams of the Logistics Technology department, you will contribute to developing systems to support the delivery of millions of items to our customers. 

You will be part of one of our teams in Berlin where we are seeking support to create, run and continuously improve a robust transport management system to enable users to plan, schedule, execute, and settle up transports based on previous forecasts and planning and depending on contractual and pricing information provided by last mile carriers and freight forwarders.

You will have a huge impact on the performance and cost-effectiveness of the entire logistics department at Zalando logistics. Still, it doesn’t end here - together with your team your work will also enable you to continuously grow and learn as a software engineer.

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)

• Designing, developing, migrating, deploying, operating & improving important software solutions that will improve and affect the performance and cost-effectiveness of the entire invoice reconciliation process at Zalando Logistics 

• With your expertise help plan our sprints and roadmaps by breaking down new and existing feature requests into manageable stories and tasks. Implement and fully test new features before deploying them to production using a continuous delivery model of deployment

• Communicating with other teams and stakeholders to align on dates and priorities of new features to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operations 

• Continuously improving the code base and your skillset as a software engineer, as well as helping your colleagues to do so

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

•  You have experience in professional software development using a JVM-based language (preferably Java/Kotlin), as well as an understanding of SQL and high-performance database architectures

• You not only have proven experience with integrating APIs but also in designing and implementing them as part of a microservice landscape deployed on cloud architectures/platforms

• You have a strong sense of reliability, responsibility, and ownership. Entrepreneurial & analytical thinking add to your excellent communication skills and willingness to share knowledge

• You have experience in all parts of the software development life-cycle, from understanding the requirements to software development, build, testing, deployment, and operations

If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles! 

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% remote per week

• 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

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