WMS Software Engineer [OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY]

HelloFresh • Newark, NJ

7h • $112,000 - $137,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The WMS Software Engineer develops solutions and integrations for HelloFresh’s strategic warehouse management system, the Körber Warehouse Advantage/HighJump platform, using Webwise Page Editor, Advantage Architect, and SQL. The role supports warehouse workflows and integrations with production technology, ERP, and Kafka-based messaging. It works closely with warehouse operations, support analysts, and colleagues in an Agile environment to deliver quality enhancements, troubleshoot complex issues, and document changes and procedures. The position is hybrid and may be based at the Newark, New Jersey or New York City sites stated at the top of the posting; the description also lists other preferred fulfillment and office locations.

HelloFresh is a global food solutions group and meal-kit company operating in 19 countries across three continents. Its brands include HelloFresh, Green Chef, EveryPlate, Chef’s Plate, Factor, and Youfoodz.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1–3 years of software development, systems support, or technical analyst experience; supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, or WMS experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of SQL, including queries, stored procedures, and basic data modeling.
• Familiarity with GitHub pull requests and ability to interpret YAML-based GitHub Actions workflows to diagnose and fix failed deployment checks.
• Familiarity with warehouse management concepts such as inventory locations, LPNs, replenishment, and cycle counts.
• Experience with a scripting or programming language such as Python, Java, or C#.
• Comfort using ticketing and collaboration tools such as JIRA and Slack.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, and ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical operations teams.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, work independently and as part of a team, and adapt to changing requirements.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and effective in written and oral communication, with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.
• Technical development proficiency and operational supply chain process knowledge.
• Flexibility and reliability to occasionally work with peers and leadership across multiple time zones.
• Willingness and ability to travel to HelloFresh facilities as needed for projects, platform rollouts, or collaboration.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of AWS core services.
• Prior experience with Infios, HighJump, Körber, or another enterprise WMS.
• Exposure to message queues or event streaming such as Kafka.
• 0–2 years of Körber/HighJump design and development experience with Advantage Architect, Advantage Link, or Webwise Page Editor.
• Experience with Bartender and label design.
• Industry experience in food or cold chain.

Responsibilities

• Write and update SQL procedures, views, and host tables that support warehouse workflows, including receiving, replenishment, work-in-process management, and shipping.
• Develop solutions to specifications on time, within budget, and with a high degree of quality and precision.
• Support integrations between the WMS and upstream and downstream systems, including production technology, ERP, and Kafka-based messaging.
• Document technical changes and procedures so warehouse teams can use new functionality without additional assistance.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily scrums, and backlog grooming.
• Prepare and communicate methods for HelloFresh Operations to use developed enhancements effectively.
• Document and deliver materials required to support software change control.
• Partner with the WMS support analyst team to triage, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues or system defects, minimizing impact on operations users and project timelines.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match that vests immediately upon participation.
• Company equity plan based on role.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, with options at $0 monthly, effective the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education after two years of service.
• Up to 85% discount on HelloFresh meal-plan subscriptions.
• Access to seven Employee Resource Groups, including groups for BIPOC employees, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+ employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level