Bob Bijvoet

Bob Bijvoet is a Technology Lead Front-End at ING with over 10 years of experience in tech leadership, engineering leadership, and front-end development.2 He plays a crucial role in shaping the future of web technologies at ING, leading the adoption of new tech and defining strategies for the bank's digital platforms.3

Career at ING

As a Tech Lead at ING, Bob is involved in several key initiatives:

1. Web Components Technology: Bob is at the forefront of implementing Web Components technology in ING's front-end development.1 This technology allows developers to create custom, reusable HTML tags for web pages and applications.

2. Cross-Border Collaboration: He is part of ING's efforts to unify its digital platforms across different countries, working towards a single, superior experience for customers worldwide.1

3. Global Scaling: Bob is involved in the initiative to scale Web Components technology to all 40 countries where ING operates, aiming to standardize solutions globally.1

Expertise and Contributions

Bob's expertise extends beyond his role at ING:

• He leads a community of 40 multi-disciplinary feature teams at ING, including front-end and back-end developers, UX specialists, and data analysts.1
• Bob has participated in live webinars and tech events, sharing his knowledge about front-end development at ING.45

Personal Background

Bob's passion for programming began at a young age:

• He started coding at the age of twelve.1
• Although he studied Media & Entertainment Management, he didn't complete the course but gained valuable experience through internships and work in advertising.1
• Outside of work, Bob is interested in music production, particularly electronic music, and enjoys power yoga and long-distance travel.1

Bob Bijvoet currently resides in Amsterdam and cycles to work daily, embodying a tech-savvy professional with diverse interests beyond his role at ING.1