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  • Level
    Experienced
  • Job Field
    Back End
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment
  • Location
    Berlin
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Job Summary

    In this role, you will develop scalable microservices using Java and Spring Boot, design RESTful APIs, take ownership of the entire development cycle, and ensure operation in AWS and Kubernetes.

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    Your role in the team

    • The ZEOS B2B Platform is the core engine that enables our partners to integrate and scale within the Zalando ecosystem. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will join an agile, cross-functional team dedicated to building the high-performance services that power our partner-facing products. We work in an API-first environment where we turn complex business logic into scalable, reliable software.
    • In this role, you will work alongside Senior Engineers and Product Managers to implement new features and evolve our microservice landscape. You will be part of a culture that values technical curiosity and operational responsibility. At ZEOS, we believe in 'You Write It, You Run It,' meaning you will be involved in the entire lifecycle of your services—from the first line of Java code to monitoring and operating your applications in our cloud environment.
    • Develop Robust Services: Build and maintain scalable Microservices using Java and Spring Boot, ensuring your code is clean, well-documented, and performant.
    • Design Clean APIs: Contribute to the design and implementation of RESTful services, focusing on creating intuitive interfaces for our customer portals and internal tools.
    • Own Your Code: Take responsibility for the full development cycle. You will participate in the design, testing, and deployment of your features using Gradle and our CI/CD pipelines.
    • Ensure Operational Health: Participate in the deployment and operation of your services within AWS and Kubernetes, learning to monitor and troubleshoot applications in a production environment.
    • Collaborate and Grow: Participate in code reviews and team ceremonies, providing and receiving feedback to help maintain high standards of code quality and technical excellence.
    • Think End-to-End: While focusing on the backend, you collaborate closely with frontend engineers and show an interest in Fullstack context to ensure we deliver a seamless experience to our partners.

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    Our expectations of you

    Qualifications

    • Reliable Individual Contributor: You have a proven track record of delivering stable features in an agile environment and taking ownership of your tasks from discovery to delivery.
    • Cloud Ready: You are eager to work with AWS and Kubernetes and are excited to embrace the 'You Write It, You Run It' mindset.
    • Effective Communicator: You possess strong English skills and enjoy solving problems collaboratively in a diverse, international team environment.

    Experience

    • Solid Java Foundation: You have professional experience in Java development and a good understanding of the Spring Boot framework. Check our Tech Radar for more information on the technologies we use at Zalando.
    • Microservices Knowledge: You are familiar with Microservice architectures and have experience working with REST APIs and data handling (e.g., using Jackson).
    • Tooling & Automation: You are comfortable using build tools like Gradle and have a strong interest in (or experience with) automated testing and CI/CD workflows.

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    What we offer

    • Zalando provides a range of benefits, here's an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
    • 27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days).
    • 2 paid volunteering days a year.
    • Hybrid working model with up to 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.
    • Employee shares program.
    • 40% Rabatt auf Mode- und Schönheitsprodukte, die von Zalando verkauft und versendet werden, 30% Rabatt auf Lounge by Zalando, Rabatte von externen Partnern.
    • Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement).
    • Family services, including counseling and support.
    • Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass).
    • Mental health support and coaching available.
    • Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review.

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    • Location Berlin

      Germany

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    Zalando SE

    Zalando SE

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  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Full Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Trade
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    Location
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    Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
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    Open for all genders
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