Job Information
MetLife Junior Software Engineer in Cary, North Carolina
Location: Hybrid schedule. Must be in commutable distance to:
- Cary, NC
How You’ll Help Us Build a Confident Future (Key Responsibilities)
Support the design, development, testing, and deployment of full stack software applications (UI, API, Data) while leveraging AI tools.
Participate in peer reviews of code, solution designs, and configurations.
Assist in gathering and refining product requirements and user stories.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify innovative solutions.
Contribute to the integration of AI capabilities into applications (e.g., GenAI APIs, ML models).
What You Will Need to Succeed (Required Qualifications)
A bachelor's degree with exposure to technology, software development, AI/ML, or other technical areas.
Internship or project experience in software development or AI/ML.
Experience in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, or any other modern language).
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated proficiency in technology as part of a personal, academic, or professional project.
Strong academic record or demonstrated extracurricular success (research, projects) in any field
Exposure to AI/ML and other technology concepts such as:
Prompt engineering and LLM APIs (e.g., Azure OpenAI)
Responsive UI/UX development
Relational vs. NoSQL databases
Exposure to cloud-native application development and deployment on platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new skills to deliver high quality software as evidenced by academic or project experience.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Candidate must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must not require MetLife sponsorship or support for an immigration-related employment benefit (e.g., work permit or temporary work visa) in any capacity now or in the future.
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.