ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly skilled and entrepreneurial Principal Applied Scientist with deep expertise in image generation and computer vision to join our research team. In this role, you will tackle complex, ambiguous problems and develop innovative solutions that directly impact our business and customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting cutting-edge research in Diffusion models, GANs, computer vision and related fields

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product and management, to identify and solve critical customer challenges 

• Clearly communicating research findings, capabilities, and deliverables to diverse audiences

• Demonstrating strong entrepreneurial skills in promoting and presenting research results convincingly

• Deeply understanding our business and connecting state-of-the-art technology to real-world applications

ABOUT YOU 

The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, research-focused environment and excel at independently discovering high-impact opportunities at the intersection of business and technology. If you are a self-motivated researcher excited to push the boundaries of what's possible in applying computer vision to real-world challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

• PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field

• Extensive research experience and expertise in computer vision, deep learning, and related areas

• Track record of translating research into practical applications with customer impact

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills 

• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to innovate, influence, and drive results

• Passion for understanding business needs and leveraging technology to solve customer problems

OUR OFFER

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

• Employee shares program

• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners

• 2 paid volunteering days a year

• Hybrid working model with 60% (or more) remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration

• Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year

• 27 days of vacation a year to start

• Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)

• Family services, including counseling and support

• Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)

• Mental health support and coaching available

• Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review

• Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit. ​

• We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process. 

• do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
  Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups