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Senior Backend Engineer -Search & Browse (HYBRID)

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Dublin
Senior level
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Dublin
Senior level
Design and build scalable backend systems for personalized fashion discovery. Optimize search and recommendation logic while mentoring junior engineers in a collaborative environment.
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ABOUT THE TEAM

At Zalando’s Dublin Tech Hub, we are shaping the future of personalized search and discovery for millions of customers. Our Search & Browse Personalization team builds the backend systems that power engaging shopping experiences—helping users discover fashion they love.

We create data-driven and AI-enhanced experiences that make fashion discovery more engaging, from surfacing trending styles to offering personalized recommendations that inspire customers. Our backend services process vast amounts of data to power dynamic, real-time insights into fashion trends, helping shoppers find what suits them best. Join us to scale distributed systems, optimize search relevance, and build intelligent, high-performance backend solutions that redefine fashion discovery.

WHAT WE'D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

  • Design and build scalable backend systems that enhance search and personalization experiences.

  • Develop high-performance services that power real-time fashion discovery and personalized recommendations.

  • Optimize search ranking and recommendation logic through backend engineering.

  • Work with cross-functional teams (frontend, data, product) to refine and deliver impactful features.

  • Write and review solution designs for complex backend challenges.

  • Mentor and support junior engineers through code reviews and knowledge sharing.

  • Drive operational excellence, ensuring system performance, reliability, and maintainability.

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF…
  • You have strong backend engineering experience with at least one JVM language (Java, Kotlin, Scala).

  • You’ve built distributed systems and microservices at scale.

  • You have experience designing, building, and consuming robust APIs, particularly RESTful services and/or GraphQL.

  • You have a solid grasp of data engineering concepts and backend system design.

  • You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with product, design, and data teams.

  • You’re familiar with AWS, Kubernetes, and DevOps best practices.

  • You enjoy mentoring, reviewing code, and driving best engineering practices.

BONUS SKILLS:

  • You’ve worked with Scala, Python, Akka/Pekko, Apache Flink, Airflow, Databricks, or Spring Boot.

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.

  • 40% off products sold and shipped by Zalando 

  • 2 paid volunteering days a year

  • Hybrid working model 

  • Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year

  • 27 days of vacation per year to start

  • A one-time allowance to set up an ergonomic workstation (outside of Zalando office)

  • Health & Dental Insurance (opt-in)

  • Pension scheme & match up to 10% (opt-in)

  • Life Assurance

  • Income Protection

  • Cycle to Work Scheme

  • Tax Saver Commuter Tickets

  • Employee shares program

  • Family services, including counseling and support

  • Health and wellbeing options, including Gympass/Wellhub

  • Mental health support and coaching available

  • Professional development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer reviews

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

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

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Top Skills

Airflow
Apache Flink
AWS
Databricks
GraphQL
Java
Kotlin
Kubernetes
Restful Services
Scala
Spring Boot

Zalando Dublin, Dublin, IRL Office

Dublin, Ireland

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