Global Contract Logistics IT - Solution Engineer (Development)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 10, 2026. Kuehne+Nagel scores A on the Alion truth index.
It's more than a job
As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you’re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers’ products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse-it helps shape the flow of global trade.
As a Solution Engineer you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize solutions that enhance warehouse operations. This role combines generic responsibilities with role-specific expertise.
How you create impact
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Blue Yonder platform, including architecture, APIs, and configuration options, to design optimal solutions.
- Design, develop, and maintain custom application components, extensions, and services in line with platform and coding standards.
- Apply secure coding practices and ensure compliance with KN security standards throughout development.
- Ensure adherence to SDLC principles and Agile methodologies during design and implementation.
- Ensure all source code is secured and committed to the appropriate repository in preparation for release packaging and deployment.
- Use monitoring and profiling tools such as MOCA Console and Trace Analyzer to proactively detect, isolate, and resolve issues.
- Conduct root cause analysis on testing defects and implement appropriate resolutions.
- Optimise solution performance, reliability, and maintainability through refactoring and technical debt management.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of development frameworks, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and maintainability.
What we would like you to bring
- Applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and relevant work experience.
- Has in depth technical knowledge in combination with relevant practical experience.
- Has been practising in the field for several years (average 4+ years)
- Works independently with minimal supervision
- Provides expertise at the project / team level in respective area of responsibility. May also participate in cross-functional, regional, global projects.
- Influences others within the job area through deep expertise and previous experience
- Carrier out assignments that may differ from established procedures. Develops and proposes solutions and may establish processes. Recommends, introduces and communicates improvements.
- Solves difficult and diverse problems which may be complex (depending on nature of work).
- Mentors and reviews the work of lower level professionals.
- May lead projects and through that delegate tasks or coordinate the work of other
- WMS Blue Yonder
- Fluent English
What's in it for you
At Kuehne+Nagel, you will have the opportunity to shape innovative technology solutions that support one of the world's leading logistics providers. Working in a truly global environment, you will collaborate with international teams, contribute to large-scale digital transformation initiatives, and have direct impact on business performance. We offer continuous learning opportunities, career development, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies that drive the future of logistics.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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