Backend Engineer

About the Position

Backend Engineer

Build systems that power global banking experiences

Ready to make an impact beyond code? Join ING Hubs Philippines and help shape the future of banking by building reliable, scalable backend solutions used by customers worldwide. In this role, you’ll work with a diverse, global team where innovation and continuous growth are part of everyday work.

Responsibilities

As a Backend Engineer, you will be part of a cross-functional squad responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining backend services. You’ll contribute to building secure, high-performing applications while embracing modern engineering practices.

• Develop and maintain robust backend applications and services
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and integrate with databases and messaging systems
• Write automated tests and support continuous delivery practices
• Collaborate with team members to define and deliver business-driven solutions
• Apply security best practices throughout the development lifecycle
• Contribute to code quality, technical discussions, and team knowledge sharing
• Stay updated with evolving technologies and engineering practices

Requirements

Must-have:

• 3+ years of experience in backend development
• Proficiency in Java (Java 8 or higher; Java 11+ preferred)
• Solid experience with Spring and Spring Boot frameworks
• Hands-on experience with RESTful API development
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control tools
• Experience in test automation (e.g., JUnit, Mockito)
• Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals (OOP, design patterns, TDD)
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in global teams

Nice to have:

• Experience with SQL, JPA, or Hibernate
• Exposure to microservices architecture and containerization
• Experience with CI/CD tools and pipelines
• Agile ways of working and adaptability to change

We Offer

• A collaborative global environment where you can grow your career
• Opportunities to work on impactful projects used internationally
• A culture that supports innovation, learning, and continuous improvement
• Exposure to modern tools, technologies, and engineering practices
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued

About the Company

With 65,000 employees and operations in approximately 40 countries, ING is a global bank with a strong European base. At ING, our mission is to ‘empower people to stay a step ahead in life and in business’ – not only our customers, but also our employees. We offer a unique – and sometimes even surprising – benefits package.

Join us at ING Hubs Philippines, a global hub for IT, finance, risk management, and data analytics, supporting 40 countries with over 4,800 employees. Working at ING means being part of a purpose-driven organization focused on empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and business-while giving you opportunities to grow your skills and expand your impact.

Equal Opportunity

Gender shouldn't define career success. Here, you’ll earn equal pay for equal work because we know that talent knows no gender.

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