Software Engineer - Fulfillment Core

About the role

As a Software Engineer in the Fulfillment Core team, you will develop backend services for the Inventory domain, building key products that support Zalando's massive order fulfillment process.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to projects that shape how inventory is managed across Zalando.
• Collaborate on product strategy, roadmap and backlog to align with business goals.
• Engage with stakeholders to design scalable solutions and manage the full product lifecycle.
• Work closely with engineering peers to tackle complex inventory challenges.

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 maintaining and operating large‑scale systems with monitoring and alerting.
• Strong communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.

Required skills

• Kotlin (or Java)
• PHP (optional)
• AWS
• PostgreSQL

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