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Backend Engineer (Java/Scala)

Zalando

The Role & The Team

Join the Digital Experience Composition Platform team at Zalando, a key player in shaping what over 30 million active customers see during their visit to our Fashion Store. As a Backend Engineer, you will be instrumental in driving the discovery, design, and development of high-quality, cutting-edge services that significantly impact customer engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Full development cycle: Discovery, design, develop, deploy, operate, monitor, and improve important software solutions.
  • Work with tech stacks including Scala, Finch, React, Dynamo DB, Redis, PostgreSQL, and Kubernetes.
  • Engage in planning, writing TDDs, code reviews, and lean rituals.
  • Collaborate across multiple teams and locations.
  • Contribute to product management discussions to align on company initiatives.

Inclusive by Design

At Zalando, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, promoting an inclusive environment free from discrimination. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process.

What We’d Love You to Do

  • Bring a strong willingness to learn new skills and a solid knowledge of functional and/or JVM languages, ideally Scala.
  • Experience in building high traffic production RESTful APIs.
  • Be a strong team player with a fun-loving attitude and a drive to grow others.

Our Offer

  • A culture of trust, empowerment, and constructive feedback.
  • Internal guilds, Employee Resource Groups, tech talks, open source commitment, tech academy, and more.
  • Competitive salary, employee shares program, and extensive benefits.
  • A centrally located office in Kamppi, Helsinki, with flexible working times and a hybrid working model.

Learn More About Us

Discover more about Zalando and our values by visiting our website and exploring our Helsinki office online. If you believe you have what it takes, apply today, even if you don't meet every single requirement!

Benefits
Extracted with AI

  • Competitive salary
  • Employee shares program
  • 40% Zalando discount
  • 30% off Zalando Lounge
  • Monthly transport vouchers
  • Private health insurance
  • Flexible working hours
  • Hybrid working model
  • Relocation assistance

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