MetLife’s Global Technology team develops digital solutions that improve customer experiences, business outcomes, and technology resiliency. The Software Development Engineer develops, tests, deploys, and supports secure enterprise applications using modern technologies, DevSecOps practices, and AI capabilities while collaborating with agile and cross-functional teams.
Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications (Full Stack Development) using modern programming languages and frameworks
Build and maintain enterprise-grade applications and solutions with a focus on security and performance
Integrate AI Capabilities (e.g., GenAI APIs, ML models) into applications
Participate in peer reviews of code, solution designs, and configurations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, refine user stories, and deliver innovative solutions
Troubleshoot and resolve production incidents and service requests
Qualification
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
• 1+ year of experience in Software Application Development with modern technologies, which include (but not limited to) any of the following:
Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript
• Experience with object-oriented programming concepts
• Experience with relational databases and SQL
• Internship or project experience in Software Application Development with modern technologies
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role r equiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office
•MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”)
Preferred
• 2 years of experience in Software Application Development with modern technologies, which include (but are not limited to) any of the following:
• Experience with Git-based repositories (GitHub, Bitbucket, Azure Repos)
• Familiarity with AI/ML and emerging technologies, including:
• Generative AI concepts, prompt engineering, and LLM APIs (e.g., Azure OpenAI)
• Familiarity of Responsive UI/UX development concepts
• Understanding of Relational and NoSQL database design concepts
• Understanding of cloud-native application development and deployment on platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
• Understanding of DevOps and automation practices, including CI/CD, release management, and tools such as Azure DevOps, Selenium, JUnit/Mockito
• Understanding of modern Identity and Access Management and application security (AppSec) practices
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new skills to deliver high-quality software
• Strong academic record or demonstrated extracurricular success (research, projects) in any field
Benefits
This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation.
Hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
Comprehensive health plan including medical/prescription drug and vision.
Dental insurance.
No-cost short- and long-term disability.
Company-paid life insurance.
Legal services.
Retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife.
401(k) with employer matching.
Group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home insurance.
Group discounts on pet insurance.
Group discounts on critical illness insurance.
Group discounts on hospital indemnity insurance.
Group discounts on accident insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Digital mental health programs.
Parental leave.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Volunteer time off.
Tuition assistance.
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