Designing, building, and delivering reliable, scalable, and maintainable backend services and APIs
Developing and enhancing microservices that support customer onboarding journeys and customer data processes
Continuously improving the development lifecycle through unit testing, code reviews, static code analysis, CI/CD automation, and performance monitoring
Proactively maintaining and optimizing existing applications by identifying bottlenecks, reproducing issues, and implementing sustainable solutions
Collaborating closely with frontend engineers, architects, analysts, and DevOps engineers to deliver end-to-end solutions
Adapting to continuous change by learning, adopting, and promoting new technologies, standards, and engineering practices
Exploring and applying AI-powered development tools and capabilities to improve productivity, quality, and customer experience
We hire smart people for their potential. Our biggest expectation is that you'll stay curious. Keep learning. Take on responsibility. In return, we'll support you in becoming an even more awesome version of yourself.
4+ years of experience in backend software development
Strong knowledge of Java and the Spring Boot ecosystem
Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices
Good understanding of software architecture, integration patterns, and distributed systems
Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases
Familiarity with common development tools: Backend: Java, Spring Boot, Maven, Git, IntelliJ, Postman/Bruno CI/CD & Operations: Azure DevOps, Ansible, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker
Applying software craftsmanship principles by writing clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
Communicating clearly and proactively in English, sharing ideas and constructive feedback
Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, or similar solutions
Interest in Generative AI and Agentic AI concepts
Understanding of AI integration patterns and how AI capabilities can be embedded into enterprise applications
Curiosity to explore AI-driven automation and intelligent workflows
Enthusiasm for leveraging AI to improve engineering productivity, software quality, and customer processes
Work with a clear sense of purpose as part of a highly empowered IT DevOps team
Leverage your expertise to contribute to complex and meaningful projects
Build scalable services that support critical banking processes and customer journeys
Continuously develop your skills through extensive learning opportunities, including virtual and classroom training, peer coaching, and conference attendance
Experiment with modern technologies, cloud-native development, and AI-powered engineering practices
Thrive in a safe and inclusive environment where new ideas are encouraged and valued
Grow within a large corporate organization that actively supports internal mobility and career progression
Work in a hybrid way of working: 50% at the office, 50% from home
As a Backend Java Engineer within the Financial Crime Prevention (FCP) area, part of the Customer Data & Onboarding (CD&O) domain, you will design, build, and maintain systems that support customer due diligence, regulatory compliance, onboarding, and customer lifecycle management. These applications play a critical role in protecting the bank against financial crime risks while enabling customers to start and maintain their relationship with ING.
You will work closely with business, operations, architects, and engineers across local and global teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure solutions that support key banking processes.
In the coming years, the area will continue to invest in digitalization, automation, AI-enabled capabilities, and the modernization of backend platforms and integrations.
The area consists of more than 120 engineers located in Brussels, India, and Manila.
Would you like to get to know the department better? Book a coffee with the hiring manager, a team member, or the recruiter.
