Associate Software Engineer ||

Requirements

Description and Requirements

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced

Senior Java Developer

with 2–4 years of hands-on development experience. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in

Java and Spring Boot

, strong proficiency in

relational databases

, and practical experience with

Microsoft Azure cloud services

. A passion for learning new technologies and leveraging modern

developer productivity tools

like GitHub Copilot is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, design, and develop robust Java-based applications and microservices.
• Build cloud-native solutions using Azure services such as App Services, Functions, Storage, Key Vault, and Azure SQL.
• Optimize database design and queries for performance and scalability.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and enforce best practices.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps 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.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in Java development (Java 8+), with strong expertise in Spring Boot and RESTful APIs.
• JLPT N2/N3 certified.
• Deep understanding of relational databases (Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and SQL optimization.
• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services and infrastructure.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes/AKS).
• Experience with Git, GitHub, and CI/CD tools like Azure DevOps.
• Exposure to developer productivity tools such as GitHub Copilot, IntelliJ IDEA, and code linters.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-204, AZ-900) are a plus.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Azure Monitor, Application Insights).
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly.
  

About MetLife

Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, 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 our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!