Software Engineer I

MetLife is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, recognized for its commitment to creating a confident future. The US Digital Team is seeking an Application Developer to design, develop, and implement software applications using Java and React, ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals. Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and performant software applications using Java and React Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, consistency, and adherence to coding standards Identify and resolve complex technical issues, providing innovative and effective solutions Implement comprehensive testing strategies to ensure software quality and reliability Continuously evaluate and improve software development processes and practices Skills Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field Experience with software development using Java and node js and React 1+ years of experience in front-end or back-end development Experience with software design principles, patterns, and algorithms Experience with Spring Boot framework 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 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Benefits Comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision Dental insurance No-cost short- and long-term disability Company-paid life insurance Legal services A retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife 401(k) with employer matching Group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Digital mental health programs Parental leave Volunteer time off Tuition assistance Company Overview MetLife is a provider of insurance, employee benefits, and financial services . It was founded in 1868, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship MetLife has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 164 in 2025, 108 in 2024, 113 in 2023, 155 in 2022, 75 in 2021, 81 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.