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Lead Software Engineer

MetLife
Bridgewater, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/19/2025

MetLife Lead Software Engineer - Bridgewater, New Jersey

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.

Responsibilities :

  • Technical Leadership :

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

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.

    Contribute to the architecture and design of software systems, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and performance.

    Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, consistency, and adherence to coding standards.

    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.

    Continuously evaluate and improve software development processes and practices.

    Required Skills :

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
  • 5 years of overall experience in software development and full stack experience.
  • Highly skilled in software development using Java and Node.js.
  • 2-3 years of experience in front-end development using React.
  • Strong understanding of software design principles, patterns, and algorithms.
  • 2-3 years of experience in leading and mentoring software development teams.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Preferred Skills :

  • 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.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects, professional development opportunities, and collaborative and innovative work environment.

    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.

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