Senior Agent - Software Developer – Full Stack Java, Solution Delivery Unit (FGIV)

This selection procedure is intended to establish a reserve list of successful candidates. It is envisaged to start using the reserve list in Q3/Q4 of 2026.

Europol retains the right to make use of the reserve list to select candidates for similar posts within the organisation, should business needs require so.

1. Organisational context

Organisational setting:

The post of Senior Agent - Software Developer – Full Stack Java (FGIV) is located in the Solution Delivery Unit, ICT Department Capabilities Directorate.

The C1 ICT Department has the responsibility for devising, delivering and operating critical technology capabilities and solutions supporting the core mission and support processes of Europol. Over 150 internal staff members and a significant number of domain-specific consultants are responsible for the Information and Communication Technologies and Systems that ensure enhanced criminal information analysis and exchange among Europol, Member States and third parties.

The Solution Delivery Unit is responsible for the development and quality assurance of ICT solutions. This includes Application Delivery, Quality Assurance (requirements management, testing), and Law-Enforcement Accelerated Provisioning services that provide technology support to fast-moving operational activities.

Purpose of the post:

The holder of the position is a member of the Solution Delivery Unit and mainly responsible for designing and developing software and database components. The jobholder contributes to the development of web-based applications, working on both backend components and frontend/UI elements using modern UX techniques and following a micro-service oriented approach. In this context he/she also interact on a daily basis with Europol Operations staff to continuously tune processing tools in line with business directions and actively support Law Enforcement Operation’s needs.

This role may also be performed in the framework of projects funded by external assigned revenue.

Reporting lines:

The incumbent reports to the Head of Team in the Solution Delivery Unit.

Job environment:

This position may require participation in a 24/7 shift system, non-standard working hours including weekends and nights, and/or on-call duty.

2. Functions and duties

The incumbent carries out the following main functions and duties:

• Participate in the design and development of software and database components following the Scrum methodology;
• Develop (micro)services exposing REST APIs, as well as front-end/web components and other elements of distributed software solutions;
• Create and perform unit tests, integration tests and performance tests, as needed;
• Participate in R&D activities in the area of Law Enforcement Data processing and supporting infrastructure;
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design and deployment documentation, in cooperation with relevant ICT teams;
• Any other duties in the area of competence as assigned by line management.

The functions and duties may also be associated with a project funded by external assigned revenue. In the case of a project funded by external assigned revenue, the duties would be of a limited duration in time.

3. Requirements - Eligibility criteria

a. Candidates must

• Be a national of one of the Member States of the European Union and enjoy full rights as a citizen;
• Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by the applicable laws on military service;
• Produce appropriate character references as to his or her suitability for the performance of the duties;
• Be physically fit to perform the duties pertaining to the position (prior to appointment the successful candidate will be medically examined by one of the institution’s medical officers in order that the institution may be satisfied that the candidate fulfils the requirements of Article 12(2)(d) of the Cond