About the role
AnstellungsdetailsPermanent contract, Full or Part-Time, Remote or Cologne / Darmstadt / Düsseldorf / Berlin
InfoWho we areWe are the tech powerhouse behind Kaufland’s international online marketplaces and a company within the Schwarz Group. Driven by a start-up mentality and working on an equal footing within flat hierarchies, we develop the best marketplace solutions for our customers, sellers and partners. #FromEuropeForEurope
Day by day, our Tech & Product Team of about 400 experts pursues the goal of creating the best possible customer shopping experience for our online marketplace. Through innovative technical developments, they not only create an outstanding shopping experience but also lay the foundation for an optimal selling experience for our sellers. Learn more about our division, areas, and cross-functional teams here!
AufgabenYour tasks – this is what awaits you in detailYou influence our product and shape product strategy based on research and data
You identify customer needs and problems that are worth solving
You break down large problems into simple solutions and drive them from concept through completion
You know how to pragmatically scope your work, knowing when a quick prototype is enough and when a complex problem needs deep architectural rigor
You function as an equal partner with the Product Manager on product discovery and measure your impact on the success of your product
You help create a unified, end-to-end experience through close collaboration with Product Managers, Engineers, and Data Analysts across teams, testing your designs regularly through customer interviews and usability testing
You champion user experience across the organization, using clear, evidence-based rationale to articulate design decisions
You raise the bar on design quality across the organization and collaborate with our growing internal Product Design practice
ProfilYour profile – this is what we expect from youYou have extensive experience in designing digital products, including information architecture, visual design, and interaction design, ideally in an e-commerce environment
You have a proven track record of working in interdisciplinary teams and are a true team player
You know how to effectively leverage AI and no-code tools to streamline the design process, maximize productivity, and clear space for deep, strategic design work
You are able to bring ideas to life by setting up prototypes and quickly iterating on them early and often using qualitative and quantitative user research methods
You are familiar with product discovery techniques, such as usability labs and A/B testing
You can think holistically about product strategy and vision
You are able to skillfully align user needs with strategic business goals to drive product success
You excel at using data-driven KPIs and strategic OKRs to maximize product value and impact
You are fluent in English (C1) and comfortable in a dynamic, international environment
BenefitsWhat we offerCreate your own work-life balance: You have the flexibility to choose between working remotely (within Germany) or from one of our locations in Cologne, Darmstadt, Düsseldorf, or in Berlin!
Do you want to move to Germany? No problem – we offer you an attractive relocation package to give you a smooth start.
Urban Sports Club and RSG Group Fitness Studios: Get top deals for fitness, swimming, yoga and more
Mental Well-Being: We support you on your well-being journey with special offerings such as Instahelp, the digital platform for online psychological counseling
Vacation & Sabbatical: Enjoy 30 days of vacation per year and the opportunity to take a sabbatical once you have been part of the team for a certain period!
Option for Pluxee restaurant vouchers: Buy Pluxee vouchers through us and benefit from tax-advantaged meal allowances!
‘Deutschlandticket’: We subsidise your train season ticket for more mobility
Employee Discount: You will receive a monthly coupon for Kaufland.de
Free choice of operating system: MacOS or Ubuntu Linux, it's up to you
Boost your growth: Benefit from our online language learning programs, diverse in-house training, and our automated 360-degree feedback. We cover the costs for relevant conferences, training opportunities, and approved team workshops to strengthen personal interactions
This is who we are: Our dynamic culture combines flat hierarchies, a start-up mentality, an international team of over 65 nationalities, and the strength of the Schwarz Group to provide you an agile and secure working environment.
We are team players: From day one, you will connect not only with your team but also with others through our digital onboarding journey, the buddy program, and regular team and company events, all-hands meetings, powerful mornings, and much more!
Check out our Principles & our blog for even more insights into our company culture!
BewerbenDiversity at Kaufland e-commerceWe welcome applications from everyone, regardless of skin colour, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, ethnic origin, religion and ideology. We are signatories to the Charta der Vielfalt (German Diversity Charter) – because we know that extraordinary things can only be achieved with diversity. Read more here! When applying, you can optionally include your pronouns in your resume.
Why are you the perfect fit for this position?
Don't bother with cover letters - we're interested in facts and figures!
Please share the link to your portfolio in your application!
As we have very international teams, we would highly appreciate it to receive your CV or profile link in English.
We are looking forward to your application!
Kaufland e-commerce Services GmbH & Co. KG
Postal address:
Habsburgerring 2
50674 Köln
AnsprechpartnerYour contact person: Kristina Heymann
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