IT Operations Engineer

Job description

Build resilient systems that keep banking moving Step into a role where your work directly supports critical systems used globally. As an IT Operations Engineer, you’ll help ensure stability, security, and performance—while driving automation and continuous improvement in a modern engineering environment. Role summary You will manage infrastructure and operating environments, respond to incidents, and improve system reliability through automation. This role blends hands-on engineering with operational ownership, giving you exposure to cloud, containers, and enterprise-scale platforms. Your focus will include: Managing Linux and Windows environments Supporting virtualized and containerized platforms Monitoring system performance and resolving incidents Automating repetitive operational tasks Improving reliability, availability, and scalability About the team You will join a globally connected operations environment supporting both Wholesale and Retail Banking services. The team works across infrastructure, platforms, and applications—collaborating closely with engineering, security, and architecture teams. Expect a diverse, international setup where knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement are part of everyday work. Required skills We’re looking for engineers who are curious, proactive, and comfortable working across technologies. Core technical skills: Strong experience with Linux and Windows systems Virtualization (VMWare or similar) Container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Networking fundamentals (DNS, firewalls, load balancing) Engineering & operations: Scripting and automation (Python, Bash, or Go) CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Git) Configuration management (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) Monitoring and observability (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK) Incident and problem management Nice to have: Database knowledge (SQL) Experience with IT risk controls, audit support, or compliance Exposure to high-availability and disaster recovery setups What we offer A collaborative and inclusive work environment Opportunities to work with modern cloud and automation technologies Exposure to global systems and large-scale infrastructure Continuous learning and development opportunities A role that combines engineering depth with operational impact Worried about the wage gap? So are we. Our commitment to pay equity means you'll be valued for your skills, not your gender. Job Application Safety Reminder ⚠️ We’re seeing an increase in fraudulent job offers. To protect yourself, please follow these key guidelines when applying for roles at ING: • Apply only via official ING platforms: ING uses Workday as its internal recruitment system. Applications should be submitted only via our official career site. • Check the sender’s email carefully: legitimate communication will always come from: @ing.com and/or @myworkday.com • No payments or banking details will ever be requested. If someone asks for this information, it’s a scam. About ING With 65,000 employees and operations in approximately 40 countries, there is no shortage of opportunities for people with initiative who want to help people take a step ahead in life and in business. Do you want to work at the cutting edge of what’s possible and at the same time ensure you work with integrity and hold the customer’s interests at heart? Do you want to be surrounded by progressive, inspiring, diverse and supportive colleagues? Then there is no better place to invest your talents than at ING. Join us. Apply today.