WMS Software Engineer [OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY]

HelloFresh; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Generous PTO

Health and wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Resource Groups

Discounts on HelloFresh meals

Job summary

HelloFresh is seeking a WMS Software Engineer to join our hybrid team, supporting the Körber/HighJump-based warehouse management system across multiple US locations including Aurora, IL and Boulder, CO. You’ll write SQL, develop integrations, and collaborate with operations in an Agile setting.

The role requires 1–3 years of software development, knowledge of SQL, and experience with WMS concepts. Travel to HelloFresh facilities may be needed as projects roll out.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1–3 years of software development, systems support, or technical analyst experience, ideally in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing, preferably WMS.
• Working knowledge of SQL, including writing queries, stored procedures, and basic data modeling.
• Familiarity with GitHub pull requests and interpret YAML-based GitHub Actions workflows to diagnose and fix failed deployment checks.
• Understanding of AWS core services will be preferred.
• Familiarity with warehouse management concepts such as inventory locations, LPNs, replenishment, and cycle counts.
• Experience with a scripting or programming language such as Python, Java, or C#.
• Comfort with ticketing and collaboration tools such as JIRA and Slack.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Write and update SQL procedures, views, and host tables that support warehouse workflows such as receiving, replenishment, WIP management, and shipping.
• Develop solutions to specifications on time, within budget and with a high degree of quality and precision to specification.
• Support integrations between the WMS and upstream and downstream systems, including production technology, ERP, and Kafka-based messaging.
• Document technical changes and procedures so warehouse teams can use new functionality without extra help.
• Work closely with team colleagues in an Agile environment, participating in sprint planning, daily scrums, backlog grooming, and other Agile ceremonies.
• Prepare and clearly communicate best in class methods by which HelloFresh Operations can effectively utilize the enhancements developed.
• Document and deliver all required materials to support software change control.
• Partner with the HelloFresh WMS support analyst team to triage/troubleshoot/resolve complex technical issues or system defects efficiently in order to minimize impact on operations users and timelines.

Skills

SQL

Python

Java

C#

GitHub

AWS

Kafka

Jira

Slack

Webwise Page Editor

Advantage Architect

Advantage Link

Körber

HighJump

Infios

BarTender

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering

Tools

Infios

HighJump

Körber

Advantage Architect

Advantage Link

Webwise Page Editor

Job description

WMS Software Engineer

This position is hybrid to either our Boulder, CO HQ or Aurora, IL Factor site

Come see what’s cookin’ at HelloFresh!

WMS Software Engineer

This position is hybrid to either our Boulder, CO HQ or Aurora, IL Factor site

Come see what’s cookin’ at HelloFresh!

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high quality food and recipes for different meal occasions. Over the past 10 years, we've seen this mission spread around the world and beyond our wildest dreams. Now, we are a global food solutions group and the world's leading meal kit company, active in 19 countries across 3 continents. So, how did we do it? Our weekly boxes full of exciting recipes and fresh ingredients have blossomed into a community of customers looking for delicious, healthy and sustainable options. The HelloFresh Group now includes our core brand, HelloFresh, as well as: GreenChef, EveryPlate, Chef's Plate, Factor, and Youfoodz.

Job Description

This position will report to the Technical Lead and work on developing solutions and integrations for our strategic warehouse management system (The Körber Warehouse Advantage/ HighJump Platform) via Webwise Page Editor, Advantage Architect and SQL. This position is preferred to be seated and eligible for hybrid work office policy in one of the following fulfillment/ office locations: Warsaw, Poland| New York, NY|Toronto, Canada| Boulder, CO| Aurora, IL| Newark, NJ | Irving, TX |Goodyear, AZ| Phoenix, AZ.

You will…

• Write and update SQL procedures, views, and host tables that support warehouse workflows such as receiving, replenishment, WIP management, and shipping.
• Develop solutions to specifications on time,within budget and with a high degree of quality and precision to specification.
• Support integrations between the WMS and upstream and downstream systems, including production technology, ERP, and Kafka-based messaging.
• Document technical changes and procedures so warehouse teams can use new functionality without extra help.
• Work closely with team colleagues in an Agile environment, participating in sprint planning, daily scrums, backlog grooming, and other Agile ceremonies
• Prepare and clearly communicate best in class methods by which HelloFresh Operations can effectively utilize the enhancements developed.
• Document and deliver all required materials to support software change control
• Partner with the HelloFresh WMS support analyst team to triage/ troubleshoot/ resolve complex technical issues or system defects efficiently in order to minimize impact on operations users and/or project timelines

You are…

• Able to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Someone with an analytical mindset and who is passionate about efficiency
• Detail oriented with relentless follow up
• An excellent oral and written communicator and have a team player mentality
• Someone with both technical development proficiency as well as strong operational supply chain process knowledge
• Excellent Problem Solving and debugging skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership.
• Able to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.

You have…

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1–3 years of software development, systems support, or technical analyst experience, ideally in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing, preferably WMS
• Working knowledge of SQL, including writing queries, stored procedures, and basic data modeling.
• Familiarity with GitHub pull requests and interpret YAML-based GitHub Actions workflows to diagnose and fix failed deployment checks.
• Understanding of AWS core services will be preferred.
• Familiarity with warehouse management concepts such as inventory locations, LPNs, replenishment, and cycle counts.
• Experience with a scripting or programming language such as Python, Java, or C#.
• Comfort with ticketing and collaboration tools such as JIRA and Slack.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical operations teams.
• Preferred: prior experience with Infios, HighJump, Körber, or another enterprise WMS, and exposure to message queues or event streaming such as Kafka.0-2 years of Koerber/ HighJump design and development experience with Advantage Architect, Advantage Link, Webwise Page Editor
• Experience with Bartender and Label Design a plus
• Industry experience in food/ cold chain a plus
• As part of a global organization, the individual work hours flexibility and reliability to occasionally work with peers and leadership across multiple time zones
• Willingness and ability to travel to different HelloFresh facilities as needed in support of projects or platform rollouts or to collaborate with peers.

You’ll get…

• 401k with company match that vest immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO and parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education (upon 2 years of service)
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
• Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

About HelloFresh....

We believe that sharing a meal brings people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures together. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action from developing new recipes to constantly improving our process of getting dinner to our customers’ homes. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!

At HelloFresh, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. As part of the Company’s commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations, up to the point of undue hardship, to candidates at any stage, including to individuals with disabilities.

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This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

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Colorado Pay Range

$105,000—$128,500 USD

Illinois Pay Range

$105,000—$128,500 USD