Junior Software Engineer - Fulfillment Core (all genders)

Zalando; Dortmund; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee shares program

40% off fashion and beauty products

Hybrid work model up to 60% remote

2 paid volunteering days

Relocation assistance available

27 days of vacation

Family services and wellbeing options

Job summary

Zalando's Dortmund Tech Hub invites a Junior Software Engineer to build backend services in the Inventory domain within Fulfillment Core. You will collaborate with multiple engineering teams to provide centralised inventory capabilities, including integration with Third Party Logistics providers, and help shape future inventory solutions.

You will own projects end-to-end from discovery to delivery, learning from peers and driving improvements in a diverse, inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in a Java-based language (Kotlin) and quick learning of new technologies.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS) and relational databases (PostgreSQL/SQLite).
• Ability to operate complex systems at scale with monitoring and alerting practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects influencing how inventory is managed at Zalando.
• Collaborate to define product strategy, roadmap, and backlog aligned with business goals.
• Engage with stakeholders to design scalable, relevant solutions.
• Manage end-to-end product development lifecycle from discovery to execution.
• Collaborate with engineering peers on the complex inventory problem space.
• Foster an inclusive culture and define team processes.

Skills

Kotlin/Java

PHP (nice to have)

AWS

PostgreSQL

SQLite

Presto/Trino

Tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

Zalando fulfils more than a hundred million customer orders every year and volumes are increasing. Fulfillment Core within Zalando builds and operates systems that are at the core of Zalando's platform strategy and ensure timely, efficient, and correct delivery of every one of our customers' 185+ million orders every year. At Zalando and in Fulfillment Core, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for career advancement and promotions to all employees, following our inclusiveness principles. We welcome applications for both full-time and part-time positions, as we believe in providing flexible work options to support our employees' diverse needs. As a Junior Software Engineer working on backend services in the Inventory domain within Fulfillment Core, you will develop key products that are essential to our fulfillment process. As part of a new team you will collaborate with other engineering teams to provide centralised capabilities around Inventory such as integrating with Third Party Logistics Providers. You will be able to own and shape interesting new projects and influence the future of inventory at Zalando. Our Dortmund Tech Hub is located in the heart of North Rhine-Westphalia which is a diverse state with vibrant business centres, bustling cities and peaceful natural landscapes. The state is home to one of the strongest industrial regions in the world and offers one of the most vibrant cultural landscapes in Europe.

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

• Contribute to key projects that influence how inventory is managed at Zalando
• Collaborate to define the product strategy, roadmap, and backlog of the team, ensuring alignment with our business goals and objectives
• Engage with various stakeholders to understand the business context and contribute to developing and customising relevant and scalable solutions
• Manage the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from discovery to execution, adapting focus as needed.
• Collaborate closely with engineering peers to address this complex problem space
• Foster and promote an inclusive culture and a diverse team environment
• Engage in the creation and definition of team processes

WE' D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• Programming Language skills: You’re proficient in a Java-based language (e.g., Kotlin) and can quickly learn new technologies. Knowledge of php is a plus, but not required.
• Infrastructure skills: Familiarity with cloud-based platforms (like AWS) and relational databases (such as PostgreSQL, SQLite, or Presto/Trino) is a plus.
• Operational Excellence: You have an idea of maintaining and operating complex systems at scale by applying industry best practices around monitoring and alerting
• Collaborative & Communicative: You work well in cross-functional teams and are skilled at communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Building proactive relationships across departments will be key to your success.
• Curious & Innovative: You’re always looking for ways to improve the accuracy and efficiency of simulations. Your curiosity drives you to explore new techniques and propose research initiatives that push the boundaries of our simulation capabilities.

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

At Zalando, our vision is to be the starting point for fashion - one that is inclusive by design. We only assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, personal expressions, racial identities, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and disability statuses. We only want to know why you’re great for this role, so please avoid including your picture, age, and marital status in your CV as well. We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Please feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support and assist you throughout the hiring process. do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/diversity-inclusion/our-employee-resource-groups

Benefits

• 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 work model of up to 60% remote work and flexible working times.
• 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
• Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review

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

It's the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey, from being a pioneer in the world of e-commerce, to the Starting Point for Fashion in Europe. We connect customers, brands, and partners across 25 markets. Help us drive digital and sustainable solutions for fashion, logistics, advertising and research, bringing head-to-toe fashion to 50 million active customers through a team of diverse skill-sets, cultural backgrounds, and interests. Our values do.More - our sustainability strategy Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/insidezalando