Backend Engineer - Search (All Genders)

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

We are looking for a Software Engineer to help enhance Zalando’s Search systems, making the shopping experience more relevant and personalized for millions of customers. You will work on scalable backend services that power search, collaborating with engineers and product teams to deliver high-impact solutions. If you enjoy building efficient, high-performance systems and solving real-world customer challenges, this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and optimize backend services for search, ensuring scalability and performance for millions of users.
• Build high-throughput search solutions using Scala, AWS, Kubernetes, and NoSQL databases.
• Collaborate with engineers, applied scientists and product managers to design and implement customer-centric solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvements, helping modernize our systems and explore new recommendation use cases.

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• 3+ years of experience in backend development, with proficiency in JVM-based languages (Java or Scala), AWS, and Kubernetes (experience with Python and NoSQL databases is a plus).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to write efficient, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Experience working on distributed systems and a passion for optimizing performance.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

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.

do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups

OUR 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.

• Employee shares program
• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Hybrid working model with 60% (or more) 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 (for Zalando SE)
• Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
• Family services, including counseling and support
• Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
• Mental health support and coaching available

Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us

Recruiter

Shilpa Mishra

[email protected]

Please note that all applications from this job page must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via e-mail. Once reviewed, our recruiters will contact applicants via an official Zalando email address (@zalando.de).

In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.

If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please take a look at our FAQ page.