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Zalando Mobile Staff Augmentation (iOS & Android)

Services Covered:

Custom Software DevelopmentMobile Application DevelopmentStaff Augmentation
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Industry
Industry

E-commerce & Retail

Duration
Duration

16 months

Budget
Budget

1M - 10M

Start Date
Start Date

1 July 2024

Team Size
Team Size

30+

Engagement Model
Engagement Model

Nearshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

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78/100
Good

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Client

Zalando

mapBerlin, Germany

Project Summary

Zoolatech provided high-level staff augmentation to Zalando’s mobile engineering teams, delivering full SDLC work for iOS and Android and accelerating consumer-facing feature releases. The vendor staffed the engagement with 45 teammates and a dedicated Delivery Manager who handled stakeholder alignment. Zoolatech consistently delivered milestones on time, demonstrated proactive communication, and integrated closely with Zalando’s internal teams.

Key Challenges

  • Manage delivery of consumer-facing features for Zalando apps while coordinating with key stakeholders.
  • Augment Android and iOS development teams to accelerate consumer-facing feature development.
  • Integrate augmented teams with existing React Native development efforts to increase release velocity.

Project Deliverables

  • Feature development and optimization for the Product Detail Page (PDP)
  • Preference Management System (customer notification settings overhaul)
  • Notification Centre implementation
  • Delivery management and stakeholder coordination yielding operational efficiency

Project Solution

Zoolatech provided staff augmentation to Zalando’s mobile engineering department, covering the full software development lifecycle for Android and iOS. The engagement included feature development for the Product Detail Page, a comprehensive Preference Management System, and a Notification Centre. Zoolatech also supplied a dedicated Delivery Manager who owned stakeholder alignment and project coordination, enabling the partnership to operate autonomously with minimal oversight.

Project Outcome

  • Consistent on-time delivery of milestones and features.
  • Delivery Manager provided stakeholder alignment and operational autonomy.
  • Seamless integration with internal teams and proactive communication preserved project momentum.

Platforms

  • MobileMobile

Tech Stack

  • iOSiOS
  • AndroidAndroid
  • React NativeReact Native

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

5star5 out of 5 stars

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

Zoolatech delivers all milestones and features on time. The team is proactive in their communication and can anticipate the client's needs. They are also highly responsive to shifting priorities. Overall, their technical talent and commitment to the project stand out.

Valentin Gogichashvili

Director of Engineering

Note: This endorsement is based on publicly available client feedback from external review sources.

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