Senior Software Engineer - Fulfillment Core

About the role

Join Zalando's Fulfillment Core team to develop backend services for inventory management, supporting over 185 million orders annually. You will work in a new, cross‑functional team based in the Dortmund Tech Hub, collaborating with internal and third‑party logistics partners.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to projects that shape how inventory is managed across Zalando.
• Define product strategy, roadmap and backlog in alignment with business goals.
• Engage with stakeholders to design scalable, customized solutions.
• Own the end‑to‑end product development lifecycle from discovery to execution.
• Promote an inclusive culture and help define team processes.

Required profile

• Proficient in a Java‑based language such as Kotlin and able to learn new technologies quickly.
• Familiar with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and relational databases like PostgreSQL.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and communicating complex concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Curious, innovative and committed to operational excellence at scale.

Required skills

• Kotlin (or Java)
• AWS
• PostgreSQL
• PHP (optional)
• AI coding tools for productivity
• Monitoring and alerting best practices

What we offer

• Employee shares program
• 40% discount on Zalando fashion and beauty products
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Hybrid work model with up to 60% remote work
• Up to 30 days of work‑from‑abroad per year
• 27 days of vacation starting
• Relocation assistance (subject to agreement)
• Family services, health & wellbeing options, mental health support