Head of Engineering - Commerce Finance Tech
About the job
- Experience accompanying the development of highly scalable software products in an agile environment.
- Deep understanding of software architecture and infrastructure setups in common cloud providers such as AWS and Google Cloud.
- Experience designing scalable systems and data modeling.
- Deep understanding of business and technology processes.
- Comfort working with senior stakeholders, including Directors, VPs, and C-suite executives, in technical and non-technical contexts.
- An analytical, data-driven, and efficiency-focused approach.
- Ability to work hands-on with high attention to detail.
- Very good written and spoken English skills.
- Good communication skills, especially in English.
- Oversee and enable key strategic initiatives across the system landscape in close collaboration with application teams.
- Build performant, highly scalable technical solutions in close cooperation with core teams.
- Draft architectural decisions and ensure reliable, state-of-the-art products.
- Build and manage high-performing engineering teams within the Finance Tech Unit, including hiring, coaching, and mentoring.
- Manage a unit of two tech teams and collaborate closely with business stakeholders.
- Report directly to VP-level leadership and prepare managing director decisions.
- Challenge business requirements to balance technical complexity with business value.
- Provide leadership to engineering teams and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Experience with one or more of the following tools or languages: Python, Google BigQuery, AWS, MySQL, or PHP.
About the company
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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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- SCAYLE STUDIOS launched 20 July 2026, cutting production time 95% and costs 90%.
- ABOUT YOU's AI workflow already runs 90% of e-commerce production, saving over €8 million annually.
- ORIMEI by Victoria Swarovski launched 29 April 2026, extending ABOUT YOU's celebrity-led exclusive-label strategy.
What critics are saying
- BaFin faulted Zalando's 2025 accounts on 21 July 2026 for ABOUT YOU omission disclosures.
- Zalando plans a squeeze-out merger, removing ABOUT YOU minority holders and standalone governance by 2027.
- Fast fashion rivals and marketplace giants pressure margins as ABOUT YOU depends on promotions and discounting.
What makes ABOUT YOU unique
- ABOUT YOU built a mobile-first, personalized fashion app with inspiration-led shopping since 2014.
- SCAYLE gives ABOUT YOU enterprise commerce software, now powering brands like Harrods and Bayern.
- Zalando kept ABOUT YOU as a distinct customer-facing brand after completing acquisition on 11 July 2025.
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Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Options