Junior Software Engineer at MetLife in Cary, United States
- Company: MetLife
- Location: Cary, United States
- Posted: Sep 18, 2026
- Type: Full-Time
- Salary: $76,000
- Experience: 2+ years
Overview
Description and Requirements As an Early Career Technologist, you will contribute to the development and support of software applications and platforms that help people build a more confident future. This is an ideal opportunity for new college graduates and early-career technologists passionate abo…
Job description
- Description and Requirements
- As an Early Career Technologist, you will contribute to the development and support of software applications and platforms that help people build a more confident future. This is an ideal opportunity for new college graduates and early-career technologists passionate about building scalable, secure, and intelligent solutions. You’ll work in a collaborative, agile environment and gain exposure to modern software engineering practices and AI-enabling technologies.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications while leveraging AI tools.
- Assist in gathering and refining product requirements and user stories.
- Collaborate with senior developers to enhance and maintain our systems, including AI-driven features.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify innovative solutions.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new skills to deliver high-quality software.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language(Python, Java, C#)
- Basic understanding of software design principles and coding best practices
- Familiarity with Database concepts, design, and development
- Familiarity with cloud-native technologies (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP)
- Basic knowledge of secure coding practices and automated testing
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Internship or academic project experience in software development or AI/ML.
- Understanding of Agile practices, DevSecOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with tools like GitHub CoPilot, Azure DevOps, Docker, or Kubernetes.
Skills
Required
- Python
- Java
- C#
- Database concepts
- Secure coding practices
- Automated testing
- Agile practices
- DevSecOps
- CI/CD pipelines
- GitHub CoPilot
- Azure DevOps
- Docker
Benefits
- 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, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more! For more information regarding MetLife’s U.S. benefits, please click here.
- The expected salary range for this position is $76,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
About MetLife
When you join MetLife’s Global Technology team, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking group dedicated to shaping the future of digital solutions for customers worldwide. You’ll develop, maintain and support technology applications and delivery, leveraging AI, automation, and contemporary ways of working to enhance experiences and drive business outcomes. Your work will simplify complex processes, improve tech resiliency, and ensure high-performing, seamless solutions that power life’s most important moments. In this dynamic environment, you’ll collaborate with talented peers across teams and functions, expanding your skills in impactful ways. Ready to push boundaries and set new industry standards? Join us and help drive the future of technology forward. Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the 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. As part of our New Frontier strategy, MetLife is building an AI-enabled, people-centered future. We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, adaptability, and a growth mindset as we use AI to enhance how we serve customers, support communities, and evolve the way work gets done. At MetLife, AI is a responsible partner that supports human judgment, creativity, and continuous improvement while helping us build trust, inclusion, and long-term value. 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!