MetLife

Role Value Proposition

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Java React Developer with hands-on development experience. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot and ReactJS, strong proficiency in Azure. A passion for learning new technologies and leveraging modern developer productivity tools like GitHub Copilot is essential.

Key Responsibility

·        Design and develop robust Java/Node-based applications and microservices.

·        Optimize database design and queries for performance and scalability.

·        Code reviews, mentor junior developers, and enforce best practices.

·        Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines or equivalent tools.

·        Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

·        Continuously explore and adopt new technologies and tools to improve development efficiency.

·        Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in development and production environments.

Technical

Required:

·        Hands-on development experience with Java and frontend technologies including React, along with backend frameworks such as Spring and Spring Boot/Node, deployed on Azure

·        Hands-on development of UI‑driven full stack applications and microservices from the ground up, building React-based user interfaces integrated with Java REST APIs

·        Hands-on experience with code management, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Git and Azure DevOps

·        Proficiency with database technologies, including SQL (Oracle or MS SQL Server preferred) and NoSQL data stores

·        Experience with container-based development leveraging Docker and/or Kubernetes

·        Experience with DevSecOps practices and tooling for CI/CD, release management, automation, and quality gates using Azure DevOps

Preferred:

·        Experience with frontend architecture patterns, state management, and performance optimization in React-based applications

·        Experience with integration tools such as Azure Function Apps, Logic Apps, or similar event-driven integration mechanisms

·        Experience with Microsoft Azure services, including AKS and related cloud-native components

·        Experience working with Microservices Architecture, distributed systems, and API-driven integrations

·        Experience with Veracode, static code analysis tools, and secure coding best practices

Experience

15+ Years of Experience