Job Information
MetLife Senior JAVA Full Stack Engineer in Bridgewater, New Jersey
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. 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.