Lead Software Engineer

Description and Requirements
Title: Lead Software Engineer
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Director of Engineering
Summary:
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:

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.
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.

Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package, Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects, Professional development opportunities, and Collaborative and innovative work environment.
The salary range for applicants for this position is $116,500 - $170,000.
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!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2024 "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™ for 2024, as well as the 2024 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 empathy, we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
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.
$116,500 - $170,000
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