Senior Software Java Development Engineer

Description and Requirements
Role Value Proposition:
This role will be part of a dynamic team of highly skilled IT professionals supporting the development of MetLife systems within the Treasury domain. Corporate Treasury IT operates in a fast ‑ paced, global, and multicultural environment where strong time and task management, professionalism, and the ability to learn through research and self ‑ driven discovery are essential. The role also requires the ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments across diverse technologies, and consistently deliver high ‑ quality results. (Strong Hands-On Development skills needed)
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Software Java Development Engineer to lead the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance, scalable enterprise applications. You will serve as a technical authority, making critical architectural decisions and mentoring junior developers to ensure code quality and system reliability
Key Responsibilities:

• System Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of complex, modular, and secure software systems using Java 8+ and modern frameworks
• Feature Development: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code while leading the development of new features from analysis to production release
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, perform code reviews, and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of technical excellence
• Agile Collaboration: Participate in all Agile/Scrum ceremonies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions (enhance CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment)
• System Optimization: Troubleshoot and resolve complex defects, optimize application performance, and ensure applications remain fit-for-purpose as the business grows (focus on modernization of portfolios and cloud adoption, using DevOps practices and Agile Delivery)

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or a related technical field
• 5+ years of professional software development experience primarily in Java
• Core Java: Deep expertise in Java fundamentals, including multithreading, concurrency, and/or JVM tuning
• Frameworks: Mastery of Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security) and/or Hibernate/JPA
• Cloud & DevOps: Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Strong Hands-On Development: experience in Agile-based code development
• Databases: Proficiency in SQL optimization for relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle)
• Testing: Strong skills in automated testing using JUnit 5, Mockito, and/or Testcontainers

Preferred:

• Experience with front-end technologies such as React or Angular
• Working knowledge of Azure Pipelines
• Knowledge in API/Microservices-based development using the latest Java releases is a plus
• Knowledge of Generative AI integration (e.g., LangChain4j)

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 $95,000 to $130,000. 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, 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.
$95,000 to $130,000
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