Full-Time
Senior Platform Engineer
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Zalando
10,001+ employees
European online fashion and lifestyle retailer
Senior
Gloucester, UK
- You consistently ship high-quality, testable, maintainable code/data to production and are a reliable and trusted team member
- You support your colleagues through knowledge sharing and hands-on training
- You’re a role model for collaboration, and know how to avoid and manage conflict situations within the team
- You collaborate with Product Management and Commercial stakeholders to understand the requirements and business constraints (e.g. time, scope, resources) for the systems and features that the team is working on
- You focus on applying good practices, software design, and engineering methodology fundamentals
Zalando specializes in e-commerce focused on fashion and lifestyle products, offering a wide selection of clothing, shoes, and accessories from both well-known and emerging brands. Customers can shop through Zalando's website or mobile app, where they can purchase items directly or buy from third-party sellers listed on the platform. Zalando generates revenue through direct sales, commissions from these sellers, and a premium membership program called Zalando Plus, which provides benefits like faster shipping and exclusive deals. What sets Zalando apart from its competitors is its commitment to a seamless shopping experience, which includes free delivery and returns, personalized recommendations, and significant investments in technology and logistics to enhance customer satisfaction. The company's goal is to be a leading online fashion retailer in Europe, making shopping convenient and enjoyable for consumers.
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$149.8M
Headquarters
Berlin, Germany
Founded
N/A
6 month growth
↑ 2%1 year growth
↑ 3%2 year growth
↑ 6%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Zalando's leadership in the European online fashion market offers employees a stable and growing work environment.
- The company's continuous innovation, such as the launch of private label collections and advanced size-advice tools, highlights its commitment to staying ahead in the market.
- Strategic leadership changes and a focus on both B2C and B2B growth vectors indicate strong future growth potential.
What critics are saying
- The competitive nature of the online fashion retail market requires Zalando to constantly innovate to maintain its market position.
- Leadership changes, such as the recent co-CEO transition, could lead to strategic misalignments or operational disruptions.
What makes Zalando unique
- Zalando's focus on a seamless shopping experience, including free delivery and returns, sets it apart from many competitors.
- The company's extensive collaborations with both well-known and emerging brands provide a diverse product range that appeals to a wide audience.
- Zalando's investment in technology and logistics ensures efficient operations and high customer satisfaction, which is a significant competitive advantage.