About this role
MetLife is a leading financial services company dedicated to shaping the future of digital solutions for customers worldwide. As a Junior Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and support of software applications and platforms, focusing on building scalable, secure, and intelligent solutions in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities Assist in gathering and refining product requirements and user stories Support the design, development, testing, and deployment of full stack software applications (UI, API, Data) while leveraging AI tools Participate in peer reviews of code, solution designs, and configurations Help investigate and resolve production incidents and service requests Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify innovative solutions Contribute to the integration of AI capabilities into applications (e.g., GenAI APIs, ML models) Skills A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required Internship or academic project experience in software development or AI/ML Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new skills to deliver high quality software as evidenced by academic or project experience Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, COBOL, etc.) Basic understanding of software design principles and coding best practices Familiarity with Database concepts, design, and development Basic knowledge of secure coding practices and automated testing Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills Understanding of Agile practices, DevSecOps, and CI/CD pipelines Familiarity with tools like GitHub CoPilot, Azure DevOps, Docker, or Kubernetes Exposure to AI/ML and other technology concepts such as Prompt engineering and LLM APIs (e.g., Azure OpenAI), AI SDKs and frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Hugging Face, TensorFlow, Semantic Kernel), Responsive UI/UX development, Microservice vs. Monolithic architectures, Containerization, Relational vs. NoSQL databases Benefits Annual short-term incentive compensation Stock-based long-term incentives Comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance No-cost short- and long-term disability Company-paid life insurance and legal services 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 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs Parental leave Paid time off Paid holidays 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 http//www.metlife.com.