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ABOUT YOU

E-commerce fashion retailer offering personalized recommendations

Head of Engineering - Commerce Finance Tech

Engineering LeadershipConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHamburg, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Experience supporting the development of highly scalable software products in an agile environment.
  • Deep understanding of software architecture and infrastructure setups with common cloud providers such as Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud.
  • Ability to design scalable systems and perform data modeling.
  • Deep understanding of business and technology processes.
  • Ability to collaborate confidently with senior stakeholders, including directors, vice presidents, and C-suite leaders, in technical and non-technical areas.
  • An analytical, data-driven, and efficiency-focused approach.
  • A hands-on working style with attention to detail.
  • Very good spoken and written English skills.
  • Good communication skills, particularly in English.

Responsibilities

  • Lead central strategic initiatives across the system landscape in close collaboration with application teams.
  • Develop high-performance, highly scalable technical solutions in close cooperation with core teams.
  • Make architectural decisions and ensure reliable, modern products.
  • Build and lead high-performance engineering teams within the Finance Tech unit, including hiring, coaching, and mentoring.
  • Lead a unit of two tech teams and collaborate closely with business stakeholders.
  • Report directly to the VP level and prepare decisions for managing directors.
  • Challenge business requirements to balance technical complexity with business value.
  • Lead the engineering teams and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with one or more of the following tools or languages: Python, Google BigQuery, Amazon Web Services, MySQL, or PHP.

About the Company

ABOUT YOU

E-commerce fashion retailer offering personalized recommendations

ABOUT YOU is an online fashion retailer that offers a wide range of clothing, shoes, and accessories from over 2,000 top brands. The company serves fashion-conscious women who follow the latest trends and styles. It runs on an e-commerce website that provides a seamless shopping experience with a user-friendly interface, easy ordering, and multiple payment options. Revenue comes from selling products directly to consumers, often supported by promotions and discounts. Data analytics power personalized shopping by recommending items based on individual preferences and browsing history. Compared with competitors, ABOUT YOU stands out with its expansive brand selection, data-driven personalized recommendations, frequent promotions, and a focus on a smooth online experience. The company's goal is to help customers discover and buy the latest fashion items efficiently while driving sales through tailored offerings.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Hamburg, Germany
Founded
2013

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