Software Engineer II - Full Stack

Description and Requirements
Location: Hybrid schedule. Must be in commutable distance to:

• Cary, NC
• Greenville, SC
• Clarks Summit, PA

Key Responsibilities:

• Implementing enterprise caliber web and backend solutions using Java and ReactJS in modern, cloud-based applications

• Develop and support solutions with Java on legacy platforms, with modernization when possible
• Analyze, design, and implement major features and components
• Deliver secure, enterprise-grade web and backend solutions with support of generative AI
• Ensure elevated code quality and security standards through use of DevSecOps best practices
• Resolve production incidents and service requests
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Active participation in agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint retrospectives, stakeholder demos, and PI planning events

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of experience in application design, coding, testing, and troubleshooting in Java or Python
• 2+ years of experience developing applications using a modern JavaScript framework (ReactJS preferred)
• 2+ years of experience developing RESTful API's
• 1+ years of experience with SQL and relational databases

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or more advanced degree Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
• 4 years of experience developing applications in Java
• 1+ years of experience with Cloud native applications deployed to Azure, AWS or Google Cloud
• 1+ years of experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• 1+ years of experience with DevOps practices (CI/CD, release management, automation) using Azure DevOps
• 2+ years of experience with Junit/Mockito or equivalent unit testing frameworks
• 1+ years of Experience with Selenium-based functional testing frameworks
• 2+ years of experience with Git-based repositories (GitHub, Bitbucket, Azure Repos)
• 1+ years of experience with modern Identity and Access Management and AppSec practices
• 1+ years of experience working in matrix organizations, offshore teams, and fast-paced projects
• 1+ years of experience to Microsoft Azure tools and modern AI concepts (generative AI, machine learning, large language models, conversational AI)
• Strong communication 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.
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 $79,675 - $112,500. 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! For more information regarding MetLife's U.S. benefits, please click here .
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.
As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We're looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value.
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.
This posting is for a current vacancy and is anticipated to remain open for at least 90 days from the listed posting date.
$79,675 - $112,500
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