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Software Engineer Scala / Kotlin

Zalando

The Role & The Team

At Partner Services, we are building and maintaining Zalando’s marketplace. Our platform consists of a broad array of services, empowering our partners to onboard, manage, and sell their products on the Zalando shop.

As a Backend Engineer, you will be joining the mission to define, own, and build the experience that enables our partners to succeed on our platform, creating a seamless experience for them that democratizes their access to the fashion market. Collaborate with partners to understand their needs and develop solutions that enhance their selling choices. Work with cross-functional teams to implement new features and processes that enhance our partners' experience. Help position Zalando as the first choice for fashion partners looking to succeed in the industry and shape the future of fashion e-commerce.

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.

What We’d Love You to Do (and Love Doing)

  • Design, develop, deploy, and operate scalable software solutions that impact our daily business using cloud-based microservices architecture (AWS, Kubernetes).
  • Own your code, contribute to technical decisions, and ensure high standards of quality through code reviews and adherence to best practices.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders, translating business requirements into innovative technical solutions.
  • Continuously improve and seek feedback to refine your skills, embracing a growth mindset with a passion for learning new JVM languages (Scala, Kotlin) and frameworks.
  • Participate in service operations, ensuring system health and reliability by monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining the platform.
  • Foster an inclusive and diverse team culture while actively contributing to a positive, collaborative environment.

We'd Love to Meet You If

  • You have solid experience with JVM technologies (Scala or Kotlin), microservice architecture, REST services, and API design, with a bonus for functional programming knowledge.
  • You are skilled at deploying and operating cloud-based applications (e.g., AWS, Kubernetes), with a strong grasp of building and maintaining scalable systems.
  • You possess strong computer science fundamentals and enjoy solving real-world problems with innovative solutions.
  • You are passionate about writing well-tested, high-quality code, and enjoy pairing with other engineers to refactor and implement new features.
  • You value diverse, inclusive environments and have excellent communication skills in English.
  • You’re eager to grow, learn, and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture.

Our Offer

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect:

  • Employee shares program
  • 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
  • Two paid volunteering days a year
  • In a hybrid working model with 60% 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 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 are available
  • Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review

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

Benefits
Extracted with AI

  • Employee shares program
  • 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando
  • 30% off Zalando Lounge
  • Discounts from external partners
  • Two 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
  • Family services, including counseling and support
  • Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
  • Mental health support and coaching
  • Training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review

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