Senior JAVA Full Stack Engineer

MetLife

Senior JAVA Full Stack Engineer

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Bridgewater NJ USA

Hybrid

110K-140K Annually

Senior level

Fintech • Information Technology • Insurance • Financial Services • Big Data Analytics

At MetLife we’re a purpose-driven company that helps our customers build a more confident future.

The Role

The Senior Java Full Stack Engineer will lead a development team overseeing software design implementation code quality and mentorship while collaborating on project management to deliver high-quality applications.

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Description and Requirements
Role Value Proposition:
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Software Engineer with expertise in Java and React to lead a team of talented developers in designing developing and implementing cutting-edge software applications. As a Lead you will be responsible for technical leadership mentoring team members and driving the successful delivery of high-quality software products.
Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership: Provide technical direction and guidance to the team ensuring the implementation of best practices and industry standards.
Software Development: Design develop and maintain high-quality scalable and performant software applications using Java and React.
Architecture: Contribute to the architecture and design of software systems ensuring scalability maintainability and performance.
Code Review: Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality consistency and adherence to coding standards.
Mentorship: Mentor and coach junior developers fostering their growth and development.
Project Management: Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Problem Solving: Identify and resolve complex technical issues providing innovative and effective solutions.
Testing: Implement comprehensive testing strategies to ensure software quality and reliability.
Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve software development processes and practices.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
Required:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
Skilled in software development using Java
4+ years of experience in front-end development using React/ Angular and backend development using Java Spring Boot.
Strong understanding of software design principles patterns and algorithms.
Experience in leading and mentoring software development teams.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

6+ years of experience in front-end development using React and backend development using Java Spring Boot or Node.js.
Experience with cloud technologies (AWS Azure etc.).
Experience with microservices architecture.
Experience in SQL or Oracle technologies.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Agile development methodologies.

At MetLife we're leading the global transformation of an industry we've long defined. United in purpose diverse in perspective we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $110000 - $140000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health financial wellness and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision dental insurance and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home pet critical illness hospital indemnity and accident insurance as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs parental leave paid time off paid holidays volunteer time off tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies" Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™ as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® MetLife through its subsidiaries and affiliates is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance annuities employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets we hold leading positions in the United States Latin America Asia Europe and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues customers communities and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together Do the Right Thing Deliver Impact Over Activity and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
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").
If you need an accommodation due to a disability please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
$110000 - $140000
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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
4+ years of experience in front-end development using React/Angular
4+ years of experience in backend development using Java Spring Boot
Strong understanding of software design principles patterns and algorithms
Experience in leading and mentoring software development teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
6+ years of experience in front-end development using React or backend development using Java Spring Boot or Node.js
Experience with cloud technologies (AWS Azure etc.)
Experience with microservices architecture
Experience in SQL or Oracle technologies
Experience with CI/CD pipelines
Experience with Agile development methodologies

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The Company

HQ: New York NY

43000 Employees

Year Founded: 1868

What We Do

We're honored to be No. 10 on Great Place to Work's World's Best Workplaces and recognized in the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list in 2025. At MetLife we're leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve defined for over 157 years. At MetLife every innovation and line of code is a lifeline for our customers and their families—from victims of natural disasters to people living with disabilities and beyond. With operations in more than 40 markets and leading positions across the globe MetLife fosters an inclusive culture where our people are energized and inspired to deliver for our customers and communities. Join our remarkable journey—one in which you help write the next century of innovation in financial services—because with MetLife making the world a better place is All Together Possible.

Why Work With Us

At MetLife you’ll be working for a company whose purpose is to help customers throughout their life’s journey and often in their most critical time of need. You’ll be a part of developing leading-edge platforms that will have a lasting impact on the lives and well-being of tens of millions of customers.