Java Engineer I/II - Full Stack

Join Mutual of Omaha’s Workplace Solutions team and help keep claims technology running smoothly for hundreds of thousands of members. In this role, you'll work with an engineering team maintaining and enhancing full-stack Java applications that process and distribute critical business data — the kind of work where reliability and thoughtful problem-solving matter as much as new features. This opportunity is on a collaborative, agile team that values curiosity and fast learners over a checklist of tools. If you're strong in Java, enjoy digging into how existing systems work, and are eager to grow, we want to talk to you.You'll work primarily on the backend (Java/Spring), with regular exposure to the frontend (React), enhancing existing applications, resolving production issues, and contributing improvements across the full software life cycle. The team works in a SAFe/ART delivery model and runs three-week sprints rolling up into quarterly PI planning and is fully remote today with no relocation requirement.What We Can Offer YouEstimated Salary:Engineer I - $110,000 - $116,500 plus annual bonus opportunityEngineer II - $125,000 - $135,000 plus annual bonus opportunity401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company matchWork-life balance with vacation, personal time and paid holidays. See our benefits and perks page for detailsApplicants for this position must not now, nor at any point in the future, require sponsorship for employmentThis role is classified as remote; however, periodic in-person attendance will be required at times for activities such as quarterly or project planning, training, or other business-critical meetings.What You'll DoJava and Spring Boot are the core of this role — this is a backend-first position with regular but secondary frontend work.Maintain and enhance existing full-stack Java applications that support core business operationsInvestigate and resolve operational and data-processing issues reported by business groups, providing production support and troubleshooting as neededParticipate in scheduled deployments and release activitiesApply software engineering and test automation practices across the full software life cycle — from enhancement and testing through maintenance and optimizationDevelop automated test solutions to ensure high-quality code delivery; implement test automation processes and follow through on resultsContribute improvements to standards-based interfaces for web-based applications and to internal development standardsMaintain a customer-focused, product mindset — understanding how the applications you support impact real end users and business groupsCollaborate closely with business and technology partners throughout the project lifecycleParticipate in agile ceremonies, including three-week sprints and quarterly PI planningComplete a live technical coding exercise as part of the interview process — a straightforward exercise designed to confirm fundamentals and learning abilityWhat You'll BringProfessionally solved challenges for full-stack application development and implementation over the last three or more years with:Java, Spring / Spring Boot, advanced experience in a JavaScript framework, SQL, Rest APIs, microservicesExperience with React or comparable modern frontend frameworkDevelops unit tests (JUnit/Spock) and uses version controlCollaborative attitude and a willingness to work with team membersLearning agility — learns quickly when facing new problems, is a versatile learner open to change and driven to pick up new tech through research and investigationSelf-motivated, driven, and interested in innovating within an established stackComfortable working in an agile team and collaborating closely with technical and non-technical partnersPreferredAWS experience —the team's stack trends toward AWSKafka or other event-driven / messaging experienceMuleSoftExposure to automated testing frameworks, Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes, CI/CDWhy You'll Love It HereThis team gives engineers real ownership and a fast path to learning new tools and problem domains. We're looking for someone who's curious and picks things up quickly, not someone who already checks every box. Many of our engineers came into software development through non-traditional paths, and we value real-world problem-solving experience as much as a specific pedigree. You'll be paired with an experienced developer from day one, backed by established onboarding documentation, and you'll work alongside senior engineers genuinely invested in mentoring in a remote-first environment that trusts you to do great work from wherever you are.Beyond this role, Workplace Solutions is a growing part of the business, and engineers here have real paths to learn new technologies, take on new problem domains, and move into different areas of the organization over time.If you're ready to grow your Java and full-stack skills on a team that values agility, collaboration, and getting better every sprint, we'd love to hear from you.We value diverse experience, skills, and passion for innovation. If your experience aligns with the listed requirements, please apply!If you have questions about your application or the hiring process, email our Talent Acquisition area at careers@mutualofomaha.com.Fair Chance Notices