Zalando is a European-centric online fashion and lifestyle platform that employs 1,969 people. The organisation recorded 324 new hires against 278 departures, producing a modest net increase in its overall workforce. With a presence in multiple domains such as e-commerce, technology, and logistics, the company continues to refine its staffing levels to support growth and operational efficiency.
Engineering is Zalando’s largest function, accounting for 638 employees—roughly one-third of the total headcount—underscoring the firm’s focus on building and maintaining a robust technology stack. Marketing and Product follows with 493 employees, reflecting the importance of brand visibility and customer experience. Business Management (224 employees) and Operations (147 employees) provide strategic and logistical support, while Sales and Support, IT, Finance and Administration, and Human Resources collectively represent the remainder of the workforce. Smaller teams in Program & Project Management and an "Other" category give the organisation flexibility for specialised initiatives.
Zalando maintains a strong hub in Berlin, Germany, where 1,284 employees—or about 65 % of its staff—are based. An additional 620 team members work remotely or from smaller sites grouped under "Other," highlighting the company’s distributed approach to talent. Beyond Berlin, the workforce is spread across Zurich, Munich, Dublin, London, Amsterdam, Szczecin, Leipzig, and locations in Finland, illustrating Zalando’s footprint in key European tech and fashion markets.