Software Development Engineer II, Discovery

2 weeks ago

Stamford, United States Zappos.com Full time

Welcome You made it to the job description page

At Zappos, we look for people who will show up as their whole self because we value diversity and inclusion, as well as people who enjoy fun and maybe even a little weirdness. So be sure to check on whether you’re aligned with our company values and culture. If you think you can see yourself delivering WOW as a member of the Zappos family, then check out the job description below

Company Culture is at Our Core

Our are more than just words, they're a way of life. We know that companies with a strong culture & a higher purpose perform better in the long run. 
Do our values speak to you?

1. Deliver WOW Through Service
2. Embrace and Drive Change
3. Create Fun and A Little Weirdness
4. Be Adventurous, Creative, and Open-Minded
5. Pursue Growth and Learning
6. Build Open and Honest Relationships With Communication
7. Build a Positive Team and Family Spirit
8. Do More With Less
9. Be Passionate and Determined
10. Be Humble

Company Perks: Quick Reference

Zappos pays 100% of every employee’s medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Zappos pays 100% of 12 therapy, mental health, or coaching session annually.

A multitude of benefits and incentives to stay mentally and physically healthy and fit.

Meaningful assistance programs like professional development, mentoring, and 401k with employer contribution.

Paid time off for life, vacations, staycations, and rest.

A generous Zapponian discount program.

Make an impact through volunteer adventures and other community programs.

Want to have some fun, too? Yes, please Enjoy team building, family spirit, and plenty of room to recharge

Zapponian [noun| employee of Zappos]. You are self-motivated. You think like an entrepreneur, constantly innovating and driving positive change, but more importantly, you consistently deliver mind-boggling results.

Bold [adjective| not afraid of anything]. A role at Zappos is an opportunity to be a part of something different. To go bold. We’re a company that isn’t afraid to take risks and question the status quo. Oh yeah, we like to have fun too.

Perks [noun| the good stuff you get for working hard]. Zappos pays 100% of your medical, dental and vision premiums. Primary care visits, dental exams, eye exams and generic prescriptions are all free. Plus matching 401k, life coaches, orthodontic benefits, and more. And don’t forget, an unlimited 40% discount.

1990s [noun| a decade we love, but no longer live in]. Old school cover letters are so 1990. Want to show us who you really are? Create a video cover letter. A flash mob, a comedic monologue… whatever showcases your passion for Zappos and the work you’d be doing Videos are not required, but if you create it, we’ll watch it.

Scout [noun| you're a recruiter, too]. As a Zapponian, we’ll ask that you always keep your eye out for great talent to join our family. Consider yourself an extension of the recruiting team, scouting for the best people to grow our company.

SUMMARY

Zappos is looking for a Software Development Engineer II to join our Discovery Team, the heart of the customer journey at Zappos. In this role, you will contribute significantly to software development for the core customer journey on , from Homepage to checkout: Search, Search Results, Homepage, Ads, Widgets, Recommendations, and much more. If you're passionate about cutting-edge products, thrive in dynamic environments, and are ready to grow your technical and leadership skills, we would love to hear from you

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Develop and Maintain: Play a key role in the development and maintenance of Java-based applications leveraging AWS services (ECS, SQS, S3, DynamoDB), ensuring our architecture supports scalable, maintainable, and high-quality solutions.

Collaborate for Success: Work closely with product managers, UX designers, and engineers. Your contributions will be crucial in creating optimal customer experiences and steering technology choices.

Coach and Guide: Provide guidance and feedback to help maintain high coding standards and practices. Your efforts will contribute to the growth and development of our engineering team.

Solve Problems: Address complex issues within a well-understood technology strategy. You'll balance business needs with technical solutions to ensure scalability and future growth.

Uphold Best Practices: Your contributions will not only address problems efficiently but also adhere to and promote best practices within the team.

Learn and Grow: You'll have opportunities for continuous learning and contributing to the team's strategy and goals, fostering an inclusive and growth-oriented environment.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

At least three (3) years of professional software development experience, including proficiency in at least one programming language and a solid understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, and software design).

At least three (3) years of experience in the full software development lifecycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.

Hands-on experience with AWS technologies and familiarity with Java 8+, especially with the Spring Framework.

Strong analytical skills and the ability to address ambiguity, making informed decisions based on customer and business insights.

Effective verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.

WHAT REALLY WOWS US

Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.

Proficiency in DynamoDB, ECS, SQS, SNS, S3, and comfort with CI/CD automation.

Experience with search engines (ideally Solr), enhancing our customers' discovery journey.

Familiarity with open-source tools (Git, SpringMVC, SpringBoot, Maven, Gradle, Ant, JUnit, Jenkins) to help us innovate.

Knack for identifying and implementing operational improvements and solving complex problems with creative solutions.

The Fine Print

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the Zappos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for applicants at this time.

To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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