What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior JAVA Full Stack Engineer position at MetLife and Careers?
Location(s)
- Posting Location: Bridgewater, New Jersey
City/Cities
Bridgewater
Region/States
New Jersey
Country
United States
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Posted Date
10-Mar-2026
Job ID
16114
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 $110,000 - $140,000. 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!
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 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.
$110,000 - $140,000
Salary : $110,000 - $140,000