Fullstack software engineer(Java)

Role: Fullstack Engineer

Location: Fully Remote, EST /CST
Experience: 5-7 years

Contract Details

• Initial term: 6 months
• Extension potential: Strong likelihood of 12+ months
• Fully remote within the United States
• Must work Central Time hours

 Seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer who can work across the entire technology stack—front end, backend services, cloud components, and event-driven pipelines. This engineer will support multiple product areas, collaborate with engineering and product leadership, and help the team become more generalized across the stack.

This is a long-term contractor opportunity suited for someone energetic, adaptable, and eager to own their work.

What You Will Do

• Build features across the full stack, including UI, APIs, backend services, and cloud functions.
• Work with React and TypeScript for front-end applications.
• Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Operate within a containerized environment (OpenShift).
• Contribute to Thrivent’s shift toward AWS cloud-native architecture, including Lambda-based processing and event-driven designs.
• Work with Kafka for messaging and event pipelines.
• Participate in production monitoring, troubleshooting, and support activities.
• Collaborate within Agile teams to deliver enhancements supporting Thrivent’s advisor and customer-facing products.
• Work closely with product owners and engineers to understand product goals and contribute ideas.
• Take ownership—ask questions, understand the “why,” and act as an engaged member of the team.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2–5+ years of software engineering experience (open to mid-level candidates up to ~7 years).
• Hands-on experience with TypeScript and Java.
• Experience with or familiarity in at least one of the following:
• React
• Java/Spring Boot
• AWS services (Lambda, cloud-native concepts)
• Event-driven pipelines (Kafka)
• Containerized environments (OpenShift/Kubernetes)
• Ability to work across the stack and learn unfamiliar areas quickly.
• Understanding of Agile development practices.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas and ask meaningful questions.
• Curiosity about the product, business context, and customer impact.

What Thrivent Values in This Role

• High engagement and genuine interest in the product.
• Desire to take ownership rather than simply execute tasks.
• Curiosity about how systems work and how customers use them.
• Willingness to adapt, stretch into new areas, and contribute broadly.
• Long-term mindset and interest in multi-year contract work.