Software Engineer Crypto Services

ABN AMRO Bank N.V.; Amstelveen; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Remote working flexibility

5 weeks vacation + 2 days

Development budget €1,000/year

Public transport pass

Banking for better days

Job summary

ABN AMRO Bank N.V. is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to Crypto Services. You will develop secure backend services and APIs, collaborate with security and platform engineers, and help maintain key management and certificate lifecycle platforms on Azure.

You will join an agile DevOps team, own your work, and continuously improve software quality while growing in the cryptographic domain. Flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Java, C#, or comparable languages.
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and ensuring code quality.
• Strong interest in cryptographic or security-focused domains.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy and maintain secure backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate across DevOps, security, and product teams throughout the SDLC.
• Improve API performance in distributed systems and contribute ideas.

Skills

Java

C#

Python

REST APIs

Performance

Security mindset

Job description

At a glance

Are you a Software Engineer with a passion for security, cloud-native technologies, and solving complex technical challenges? Join our Crypto Services team and help build and maintain the critical platforms that safeguard our customers, enable secure banking, and protect the bank's digital infrastructure. Whether you're already experienced in cryptography or eager to grow into the field, you'll have the opportunity to work with modern technologies while making a real impact.

Your job

As a Software Engineer, you will be part of an agile DevOps team responsible for designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining secure, resilient, and high-performing solutions. You will contribute throughout the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and solution design to implementation and operational support.

You take ownership of your work, actively contribute ideas, share knowledge with your teammates, and continuously improve both the software and the way of working. Together with your colleagues, you will build high-quality, maintainable, and future-proof solutions using modern technologies and platforms, including Microsoft Azure.

You will primarily develop secure backend services and APIs supporting key management, certificate lifecycle management, and Hardware Security Module (HSM) integrations. Working closely with security specialists, platform engineers, and product owners, you will help deliver critical security services that are used throughout the bank.

Working environment

At ABN AMRO, we believe in creating an open and supportive environment where you can learn, experiment, make mistakes, and celebrate successes. We value feedback, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and we are committed to your professional and personal growth. As part of Platforms & Technology, the foundation of ABN AMRO's digital landscape, you'll work on meaningful challenges that help shape the future of secure banking. We encourage you to take ownership, seize opportunities, and make an impact.

About IT Platforms & Technology.Within ABN AMRO, IT Platforms & Technology (P&T) provides the foundational platforms and services that enable the bank to operate securely, reliably, and efficiently. This includes our cloud platforms, network infrastructure, data centers, developer platforms, and the tools that support the entire software development lifecycle.

About Service Integration & Orchestration.The Service Integration & Orchestration (SIO) department plays a key role in ensuring the stability, security, and continuous availability of the bank's IT landscape. Alongside governance and operational responsibilities, SIO is home to several DevOps teams that build and operate critical services used across the organization.

About Crypto Services.The Crypto Services team develops and operates the platforms that enable secure banking across ABN AMRO. Our services include key management, certificate lifecycle management, and Hardware Security Module (HSM) solutions that support critical applications and infrastructure throughout the bank.

As part of the Crypto Services team, you will contribute to the platforms that form the foundation of secure banking. From key management and certificate lifecycle management to Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), the services you build and maintain are essential for protecting customers, securing critical business processes, and enabling the bank to operate safely and reliably every day.

Your profile

We're looking for a Software Engineer who enjoys building secure, reliable, and maintainable solutions and is eager to grow within the cryptographic domain.

What you'll bring

• Hands-on experience writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Java, C#, or comparable programming languages, with a strong focus on engineering best practices and code quality.
• Hands-on experience with Python, particularly in developing, securing, and optimizing APIs.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs, with a focus on clean architecture and maintainable codebases.
• Ability to analyze, optimize, and improve API performance in distributed systems.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn and grow within the cryptographic domain.

Don't tick every box?

Previous experience in cryptography is not required. We are looking for a software engineer with a solid technical foundation, a security-minded mindset, and the motivation to learn and grow within the cryptographic domain.If you're excited about the role but don't meet every qualification, we'd still love to hear from you.

We are offering

We believe it is important to be a good employer. Joining us means stepping into a role with impact, supported by excellent employment conditions that foster your job satisfaction, development, and wellbeing.

In addition, we offer:

• An attractive gross monthly salary in Hay 9 based on a 36-hour work week, including holiday allowance and a flexible benefit budget.
• An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future.
• Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you.
• Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually.
• Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work.
• Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000.
• An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use.

You can find more information about our employment conditions and salary scales in our Collective Labour Agreement (CLA), which applies to this vacancy.

Interested?

If you believe this role matches your experience and ambitions, we'd love to hear from you. If you'd like to learn more about the team or the role, feel free to contact Patrick Haak ([e-mail])

Your Future: Inclusive, Innovative, Sustainable

At ABN AMRO, we believe in “Banking for better, for generations to come.” Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision of being a personal bank in the digital age aligns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future-proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future.

If you want to apply for the B-Able or Reboot program, make sure to mention it both in the title and the content of your resume.

Disclaimer external recruitment agencies

External recruitment agencies need to have a signed agreement with ABN AMRO BANK N.V., executed by a Talent Acquisition Specialist, when submitting a resume to a vacancy. In addition, a recruitment agency can only submit a resume when invited by a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join the search for a right candidate. All unsolicited resumes sent to us will be considered property of ABN AMRO BANK N.V. In this case, ABN AMRO will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.