Ph3Senior Java Backend Developer /h3 pAt ING, we believe in growing our people first. If you’re looking for your next challenge and this role feels like the right step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. If you have any questions or need more details before applying, feel free to reach out to our recruitment team. /p h3About the Role /h3 pAs a Senior Java Backend Developer, you will design, build, and maintain backend applications that power our digital banking services. You’ll work on scalable platforms and deliver core banking functionalities used across multiple customer propositions. Your work will ensure high standards of performance, security, and maintainability throughout the development lifecycle. /p h3What You’ll Do /h3 ul liDevelop backend applications following ING standards /li liWrite clean, tested code and perform unit testing /li liCollaborate with DevOps engineers to manage the full software lifecycle /li liEmbed security best practices into every stage of development /li liSupport bug fixing during SIT and UAT phases /li liTroubleshoot and resolve production issues /li liAnalyse defects to validate solution design quality /li liReview technical and functional specifications and perform code reviews /li liCommunicate and escape issues when necessary /li /ul h3What We’re Looking For /h3 ul liDegree in Computer Science or equivalent /li li5+ years of experience in a similar role, ideally in a 24/7 banking environment /li liStrong knowledge of Agile methodologies /li liExpertise in Java development (J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot) /li liAdvanced skills in REST SOAP services /li liExperience with microservices architecture and API management /li liFamiliarity with event-driven systems (MQ, Kafka) /li liSolid understanding of distributed systems and containerisation (Kubernetes, Docker) /li liHands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines /li liProficiency in JUnit, TDD, and Spring Integration testing /li libNice to have: /b experience with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) /li liGood knowledge of Azure DevOps, DBMS and SQL (Oracle, PL/SQL) /li liStrong English communication skills (written and spoken) /li /ul h3Additional Preferred Experience /h3 ul liBackground in bassisting channels /b such as call center, back-office operations, and chat/chatbot solutions /li libNice to Have: /b ul liExperience building AI chatbots /li liFamiliarity with Virtual Assistant platforms /li liKnowledge of Google DialogFlow CX /li /ul /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liPassion for technology and innovation /li liStrong execution and results-driven mindset /li liTeam-oriented with excellent communication skills /li /ul liProblem-solving ability and resilience under pressure /li liWillingness to provide on‑call support when required /li pbWorking conditions: /b Full Time /p pbDuration: /b Permanent /p pbLocation: /b Milan (hybrid) /p h3About ING /h3 pING offers many opportunities to build a diverse and rewarding career. You will be joining an international innovative digital bank, the first in Italy to adopt a fully flexible smart working model, and you will be working in a stimulating environment where you can grow both as an individual and as a professional. Our purpose - empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business - represents our belief in people’s potential. We don’t judge, coach or to tell people how to live their lives. We empower people and businesses to realize their own vision for a better future. /p p#doyourthing is our brand direction with us each and every day. It is how we articulate our purpose and our promise to make banking frictionless to the world. /p p‘do your thing’ is about people being free to live the life they want to live, knowing that they will make their world a little better for it. /p pDo you think you are "a step ahead"? Apply now! /p h3The benefits of joining ING /h3 ul liSuper flexible smart working /li liCompetitive base salaries and performance based bonuses /li liDiverse cultures Innovative mindsets /li liInternational Environment /li liCommitment to sustainability /li liLots of training development opportunities to help you grow /li liLots of moments dedicated to physical and mental well-being /li liA special day off when it is your birthday: we call it #doyourbirthday! /li liAnd of course we can’t forget: free water coffee at the office! /li /ul h3Our Commitment /h3 pDiversity is a fundamental element of our corporate culture, and we are fully committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment, based on mutual respect and the value of diversity, offering equal job opportunities to all qualified candidates. /p h3Job Application Safety Reminder /h3 pWe’re seeing an increase in fraudulent job offers. 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