At Zalando, we combine startup energy with the scale of an industry leader, powered by an international team from 140+ nations. We believe diverse perspectives lead to sharper thinking and better results, encouraging everyone to raise the bar, take ownership, innovate and bring their authentic selves to work.
Zalando Bucharest is our newest site, playing a vital role in optimising our AI-driven infrastructure and driving operational efficiency alongside our Berlin headquarters. We’re looking for professionals who thrive on continuous improvement, automation and collaborative problem-solving to help us deliver exceptional customer experiences at scale.
Our team builds, maintains, and optimizes next-generation ERP applications. As a Full-Stack Senior SAP Engineer, you will drive the technical evolution of our system landscape. You will develop high-quality solutions using ABAP Cloud (RAP), SAP CAP (Node.js), and BTP services based on business requirements across various ERP functional areas. The focus is on developing high-performance solutions, modern data architectures, and seamless integration into our S/4HANA environment.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGNIf 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!
At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity.
We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and try to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.
We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.
Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
Execute complex development, testing, and debugging processes in ABAP Cloud (RAP) and SAP CAP (Node.js) for our S/4HANA landscape and BTP extensions.
Design and implement cloud-native extensions and integrations utilizing the SAP BTP Integration Suite (CPI, API Management, Event Mesh , Workzone).
Ensure "Clean Core" principles by developing side-by-side extensions on the SAP BTP Cloud Foundry runtime environment.
Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior team members; deliver internal presentations on emerging technologies like the Model Context Protocol (MCP).
Strong technical expertise in ABAP development (OO ABAP, RAP), SAP CAP (Node.js), and SAPUI5/Fiori Elements.
Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience developing complex SAP applications.
Solid understanding of SAP BTP services (e.g., Destination Service, XSUAA, Cloud Logging, Audit Log).
Experience in connecting third-party systems and a strong interest in modern ERP integration patterns.
Proficiency with modern development tools (SAP Business Application Studio (BAS), GitHub Copilot, CI/CD pipelines).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Experience with SAP Business Data Cloud (Datasphere)
Certification as an SAP Build Developer or Generative AI Developer.
Technical evaluation and implementation of Business AI scenarios and Joule integrations for process automation.
Passion for technological trends such as Business AI or generative language models within the SAP context.
As we build our new office in Bucharest, we are committed to providing a competitive benefits package tailored to local market practices. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we plan to offer at the start:
22 days of holiday a year, increasing up to 25 days depending on your tenure (every 3 years)
Private medical coverage with options to add your family
Daily meal allowance of 30 RON per working day
Subsidy of public transport ticket
Office-first working model (at least 3 days a week)
Skills Required
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience developing complex SAP applications
- Strong ABAP development expertise (OO ABAP, RAP)
- Experience with SAP CAP (Node.js)
- Experience with SAPUI5 and Fiori Elements
- Solid understanding of SAP BTP services (Destination Service, XSUAA, Cloud Logging, Audit Log)
- Design and implement cloud-native extensions and integrations using SAP BTP Integration Suite (CPI, API Management, Event Mesh, Workzone)
- Experience with S/4HANA and implementing side-by-side extensions on SAP BTP Cloud Foundry
- Experience connecting third-party systems and knowledge of modern ERP integration patterns
- Proficiency with SAP Business Application Studio (BAS), GitHub Copilot, and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with SAP Business Data Cloud (Datasphere)
- Certification as an SAP Build Developer or Generative AI Developer
- Technical evaluation and implementation of Business AI scenarios and Joule integrations for process automation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Provide technical mentorship and present on emerging technologies (e.g., MCP)
Zalando Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Zalando and has not been reviewed or approved by Zalando.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes a sizable annual allowance that can grow with tenure, plus additional paid days for volunteering. This breadth is highlighted as supportive of work–life balance.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Mental health support, round‑the‑clock counseling for employees and households, and broad fitness/wellness access are emphasized as robust. Substantial product discounts and partner offers add meaningful lifestyle value.
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Parental & Family Support — Structured support around parental leave—such as buddy programs, re‑onboarding, and paid child sick days—helps ease family responsibilities. Flexible and part‑time leadership options further accommodate parents.
Zalando Insights
What We Do
Welcome to Zalando. Here’s some key info about us: Our position and vision: - We’re Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle - Founded in Berlin in 2008, we bring head-to-toe fashion to more than 50 million active customers in 25 markets; offering clothes, footwear, accessories, and beauty - Our vision is to become The Starting Point For Fashion. Our offering: - Our assortment of international brands ranges from world-famous names to local labels - Our platform is a one-stop fashion destination for inspiration, innovation, and interaction - As Europe’s most fashionable tech company, we work hard to find digital solutions for every aspect of the fashion journey: for our customers, partners, and friends of our brand. - Our logistics network with 12 centrally located fulfillment centers allows us to efficiently serve our customers throughout Europe, supported by warehouses in Italy, France, Poland, and Sweden with a focus on local customer needs. Our beliefs: - Our ambition is to combine our passion for self-expression through fashion with our unwavering commitments to sustainability and D&I - We believe that our integration of fashion, operations, and online technology gives us the capability to deliver a compelling value proposition to both our customers and fashion brand partners.
