Software Engineer - Java & PHP

Who We Are

Born from a mission to make prescription eyewear affordable and accessible to everyone, Zenni Optical has been changing the way people see the world since 2003. With complete prescription pairs for adults and kids starting at under $10, we’ve grown into a global brand with over 51 million pairs of glasses sold — and counting!

Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, we're proud to be the Official Eyewear of the San Francisco 49ers, Boston Celtics, Monster Jam, Ghost Gaming, TSM, Major League Pickleball and more. We've also partnered with tastemakers and designers like Chase Stokes, Jrue Holiday, and George and Claire Kittle to bring our brand to life in bold, meaningful ways.

Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Zenni — from our revolutionary EyeQLenz™ with Zenni ID Guard™  glasses to our cutting-edge VR Vision Screener, we're constantly exploring new ways to improve vision and enhance lives. For more information, please visit zenni.com/press.

Candidate safety is important to us. Please note that all official communication will only be sent from @zennioptical.com addresses.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our onsite IT team in Ohio. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting and maintaining our eCommerce production systems, with a primary focus on our Order Management System (OMS) and related logistics and fulfillment platforms. This is a hands-on technical role that requires strong problem-solving abilities, deep understanding of both front-end and back-end application development, and the capability to work across multiple coding languages using PHP and Java-based applications.

You will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of key systems such as ACP, LMS, B2B fulfillment, and our shipping infrastructure. In addition to maintaining existing systems, you’ll help design and implement new OMS modules, support integrations, and resolve technical issues as they arise. This is a cross International role where your ability to communicate fluently in both Mandarin and English will be essential for collaboration with our global team.

This is a full-time, onsite position at our Ohio facility, where your technical expertise and dedication will directly contribute to the continued efficiency and growth of Zenni’s fulfillment operations.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and support production systems for Ohio operations, addressing daily issues and resolving bugs across the stack.
• Develop and maintain the Order Management System (OMS) using PHP, including backend logic and frontend interfaces.
• Design, build, and enhance OMS modules to improve system performance and functionality.
• Provide full-stack development and ongoing support for ACP, B2B fulfillment, LMS, and other interconnected systems.
• Maintain and optimize the shipping system developed in Java.
• Support the upper-level control system for device and conveyor pairing (Java-based).
• Oversee the maintenance and integration of the E-ticket system and the LMS-OMS interface.
• Perform additional IT and system support tasks as needed, ensuring system stability and scalability

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bilingual in Mandarin and English
• Proficient in PHP development and front-end web development
• Familiar with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web technologies
• Knowledgeable in common PHP development frameworks (e.g., ThinkPHP)
• Experienced in Java fundamentals, familiar with Tomcat and JDBC programming,
• Knowledgeable in PLC programming, serial port programming, as well as SSM framework and Spring Boot
• Experienced in basic Linux system maintenance
• Proficient in MySQL database
• Proficient in Git version control

U.S. Perks & Benefits:

• Annual Bonus Program
• Healthcare: 100% premiums covered for medical, dental, and vision for employees (50% for dependents)
• Basic Life and AD&D with option for additional voluntary coverage
• Short and long term disability coverage
• 401k with up to 4% match
• EAP and Spring Health that gives you and dependents access to free therapy and coaching
• Free access for you and your family to our digital wellness platform - Wellness Coach
• Generous PTO in addition to our Week of Zen - the time between Christmas and New Year’s to relax and recuperate
• Fully Paid Parental Leave - 16 weeks for birthing and non-birthing parents
• Family forming & fertility support and services through Maven
• Annual Zenni Gift Card - to use towards our products!

Benefits

We look forward to hearing from you!

We strive to build a diverse team of individuals with a broad range of experience and perspectives. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t feel you meet all the qualifications.