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Engineer II, Kotlin/Java - (Logistics Optimisation, Routing Optimisation)

Company Description

As the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience, fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide, powered by tech, designed by people. As one of Europe’s largest tech platforms, headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index. We enable creative minds to deliver solutions that create impact within our ecosystem. We move fast, take action and adapt. No matter where you're from or what you believe in, we build, we deliver, we lead. We are Delivery Hero.

Job Description

We are on the lookout for an Engineer II, Kotlin/Java - (Logistics Optimisation, Routing Optimisation) to join our Routing Optimization team.

In our Logistics Team, you’ll tackle high-impact challenges that make last-mile delivery efficient, affordable, and sustainable. Your work will directly improve experiences for riders, end customers, and merchants across the globe. Each enhancement you contribute will help Delivery Hero optimize delivery operations, supporting expansion into new areas like grocery and retail.In our Logistics Team, you’ll tackle high-impact challenges that make last-mile delivery efficient, affordable, and sustainable. Your work will directly improve experiences for riders, end customers, and merchants across the globe. Each enhancement you contribute will help Delivery Hero optimize delivery operations, supporting expansion into new areas like grocery and retail.

In this role, you will:

  • Participate in one of the most exciting components of the food delivery business: dispatching algorithm, simulation, and route estimations are some of the topics you'll work on a daily basis!

  • Small improvement matters at scale! Implement and improve cutting-edge algorithms for optimizing our dispatching process.

  • Own and evolve a set of services responsible for building and providing courier routes.

  • Be a key part of the entire development lifecycle from specification to deployment and running the apps in production.

  • Work together with a great team to succeed in our mission.

  • Ensure scalable and quality code is built.

Qualifications

  • You have 3+ years of overall professional application development experience.

  • Proficiency in Kotlin, the JVM, or similar technologies.

  • Understanding of service-oriented and microservices architectural patterns.

  • You own your software end to end, including cloud deployment and monitoring.

  • You have a strong problem-solving and collaborative mindset.

Nice to have:

  • Knowledge of distributed systems and horizontal scalability topics.

  • Experience with highly concurrent systems and multi-threading.

  • Experience with infrastructure-related technologies like Kubernetes, Terraform, Docker, continuous integration, and AWS or Google Cloud providers. 

Additional Information

Ensuring you and all our Heroes are looked after, happy, and healthy is always on the menu. Because if you’re in good shape, then we’re in good shape.

  • Make the most of our hybrid working model and join the team for face-to-face connection and collaboration in our beautiful Berlin campus 2 days a week

  • We offer 27 days holiday with an extra day on 2nd and 3rd year of service

  • We will support you in developing yourself and your career growth opportunities: 1.000 € Educational Budget, Language Courses, Parental Support and access to the Udemy Business platform to explore a variety of online courses.

  • Get moving and release those wonderful, mind-boosting endorphins: Health Checkups, Meditation, Yoga, Gym & Bicycle Subsidy

  • Cash. Dough. Cheddar. Whatever you call it, we’ll help you with it: Employee Share Purchase Plan, Sabbatical Bank,  Public Transportation Ticket Discount, Life & Accident Insurance, Corporate Pension Plan

  • The power of getting together over some food is unrivaled. Here are a few ways to help you do that. All the yum: Digital Meal Vouchers, Food Vouchers, Corporate Discounts. Courses.

                 

Ready to join our team? If you’re excited to grow, collaborate and be part of the world’s leading delivery platform, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

We believe diversity and inclusion are key to creating not only an exciting product, but also an amazing customer and employee experience. Fostering this starts with hiring - therefore we do not discriminate on the basis of racial identities, religious beliefs, color, national origin, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, age, marital or disability statuses, or any other aspect that makes you, you. We encourage you to let us know if you need any accommodations or specific accessibility support to ensure a smooth interview experience—just include it in your application. You're welcome to share your pronouns (he/she/they) right from the start so we can address you respectfully from our first contact.

We believe diversity and inclusion are key to creating not only an exciting product, but also an amazing customer and employee experience. Fostering this starts with hiring - therefore we do not discriminate on the basis of racial identities, religious beliefs, color, national origin, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, age, marital or disability statuses, or any other aspect that makes you, you. We encourage you to let us know if you need any accommodations or specific accessibility support to ensure a smooth interview experience—just include it in your application. You're welcome to share your pronouns (he/she/they) right from the start so we can address you respectfully from our first contact.

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What You Should Know About Engineer II, Kotlin/Java - (Logistics Optimisation, Routing Optimisation), Delivery Hero

Join Delivery Hero as an Engineer II specializing in Kotlin/Java, where your expertise in logistics and routing optimization will be fundamental in making last-mile delivery better for everyone. Based in Berlin, Germany, you’ll be part of a vibrant team working on critical components of the food delivery process. Imagine being at the forefront of improving rider experiences while simultaneously enhancing operations for merchants and customers globally. In this role, you will engage with exciting challenges involving dispatch algorithms, simulation, and route optimization techniques, by implementing cutting-edge solutions that ensure efficiency, affordability, and sustainability. From writing scalable code to owning services that build courier routes, your contributions are crucial. With 3+ years of experience in application development and a strong grasp of Kotlin and JVM technologies, you’ll be part of the entire development lifecycle—right from the initial specification stage to deployment in production. At Delivery Hero, we value collaboration, so working closely with a talented team will help you succeed. Not only is the work fulfilling, but you'll also be jumping into our hybrid work model, enjoy generous leave, and benefit from various perks designed to support your health and career growth. Come join us on this exciting journey where your skillset can create real-world impact!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Engineer II, Kotlin/Java - (Logistics Optimisation, Routing Optimisation) Role at Delivery Hero
What responsibilities does the Engineer II, Kotlin/Java role at Delivery Hero entail?

As an Engineer II, Kotlin/Java at Delivery Hero, you will be engaged in optimizing the logistics and routing processes fundamental to last-mile delivery. This includes implementing algorithms that enhance dispatching efficiency and developing services that build courier routes. You'll play a critical role from specification to deployment, ensuring high-quality and scalable code while enjoying collaboration with a dedicated team.

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What qualifications are required for the Engineer II, Kotlin/Java position at Delivery Hero?

Applicants for the Engineer II, Kotlin/Java position should possess a minimum of 3 years of application development experience. Proficiency in Kotlin and familiarity with JVM technologies are essential. Additionally, a good understanding of service-oriented architectures and microservices is important, as well as problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.

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How does Delivery Hero support career growth for the Engineer II, Kotlin/Java position?

At Delivery Hero, you’ll find numerous opportunities for personal and career growth. Employees have access to a €1,000 educational budget for development courses, language classes, and resources on the Udemy Business platform. We believe that continuous learning and career advancement are key, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

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What are the working conditions like for the Engineer II, Kotlin/Java role at Delivery Hero?

The Engineer II, Kotlin/Java role at Delivery Hero offers a flexible hybrid working model, allowing you to work both in our welcoming Berlin office and remotely. You’ll collaborate with your team face-to-face twice a week while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work environment, fostering both productivity and camaraderie.

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What employee benefits can I expect as an Engineer II, Kotlin/Java at Delivery Hero?

As an Engineer II, Kotlin/Java, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 27 vacation days, additional leave after two and three years, health checkups, well-being programs like yoga and meditation, as well as financial perks like a share purchase plan and corporate discounts. Your happiness and health are our priority!

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Can you explain your experience with Kotlin and Java and how they relate to logistical optimization?

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