Senior Principal Software Engineer - Logistics Capabilities

Zalando, Europe's leading fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platform, is seeking a Senior Principal Software Engineer to join their Logistics Capabilities teams. This role is crucial in developing and scaling technology for Zalando's entire logistics network, which serves over 52 million active customers across Europe.

The position sits within a dynamic environment of 200+ technical professionals spread across Berlin, Dortmund, Erfurt, and Moenchengladbach. As a Senior Principal Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and evolving mission-critical logistics platforms, driving innovation through automation and AI integration, and providing technical leadership across the organization.

The role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of e-commerce logistics at scale, working with cutting-edge technologies including JVM-based languages, cloud-native development, and modern architectural patterns. You'll be responsible for designing scalable microservice architectures, optimizing warehouse and transportation operations, and leading complex technical initiatives that directly impact business outcomes.

Zalando offers an attractive benefits package including hybrid working arrangements, employee shares program, generous vacation time, and comprehensive health and wellbeing support. The company strongly values diversity and inclusion, maintaining an inclusive-by-design approach to hiring and workplace culture.

This position is perfect for experienced technical leaders who combine strategic thinking with hands-on expertise, and who are excited about solving complex logistics challenges at scale. You'll be joining a company that's not just participating in the e-commerce revolution but actively shaping its future through technological innovation.

The role requires deep expertise in distributed systems, proven leadership experience, and the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously. You'll be working in a collaborative environment, partnering with various stakeholders to drive technical excellence and innovation across the logistics domain.