Junior Full Stack Developer Jobs in Lebanon, TN (NOW HIRING)

Who We Are:

As the largest privately held service provider in our industry, Thomas & Company stands at the forefront of delivering innovative and comprehensive solutions that help businesses optimize their operations and manage critical aspects of human resources. We specialize in offering unmatched unemployment cost control, employment verification, and tax credit services, all designed to reduce financial risk, streamline processes, and drive cost efficiency for our clients.

Our Culture:

We believe that success starts with people. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our mission is to empower our employees to thrive both professionally and personally, offering an environment where creativity and diverse ideas flourish.

We are not just a company-we are a community of passionate individuals dedicated to making a real impact. From dynamic team-building opportunities to leadership development programs, Thomas & Company invests in its people at every level. Our supportive workplace is built on the foundation of our core values a shared vision for enabling success. Our winning culture has earned recognition as a five-time Tennessean Top Workplace and a three-time (and counting) USA Today Top Workplace. Whether you're looking for a challenge, a place to grow your career, or a team that values your contributions, Thomas & Company offers endless opportunities to make a difference. Join us and become part of a team where your ideas are heard, your potential is recognized, and your career can truly flourish.

The Position:

We are seeking a Sr. Full-Stack Developer with deep expertise in .NET (C#), Angular, and API-driven architectures to support the development of a modern, scalable platform. This role will focus on building and maintaining an Angular Front End, Backend-for-Frontend (BFF) services, RESTful APIs, and cloud-native applications on AWS, while integrating with MS SQL Server data stores. This is a high-impact role supporting the continued evolution of our core platform. Please note, this is a 1099 contract role (independent contractor), not a full-time employee position. See the additional details below.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using .NET (C# / .NET Core 8+)
• Build and implement BFF layer to optimize client-server communication for Angular applications
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs
• Develop responsive UI components using Angular (v16+)
• Deploy and manage applications in AWS environments (API Gateway, Lambda, Cognito)
• Design and optimize SQL Server databases and queries
• Implement secure coding practices including OAuth2, JWT, and encryption
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
• Participate in architecture decisions

Required Qualifications

• Fast learner with ability to get up to speed quickly and efficiently
• Ability to thrive in a highly productive environment
• Strong collaborative skills with willingness to take ownership and responsibility
• 8+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong expertise in C#, .NET Core 8+
• Strong experience with Angular (v16+)
• Strong experience in MS SQL Server
• Experience with REST APIs
• Hands-on experience with AWS
• Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with Agile development methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-volume transactional systems
• Experience with Docker
• Experience with BFF
• Knowledge of domain-driven design and clean architecture
• Experience with observability tools and regulated environments
• Experience with Kendo UI

Technical Skills Summary

• Backend: C#, .NET Core, REST APIs
• Frontend: Angular, TypeScript, RxJS, Signals, NgRx
• Cloud: AWS (API Gateway, Lambda, Cognito, S3)
• Database: MS SQL Server
• DevOps: Docker, Azure Devops, CI/CD, Git

Key Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to design systems for scalability and performance
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ownership mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to lead technical initiatives

Compensation

• $70–$90 per hour (1099), depending on experience and scope
• Final rate will be determined based on qualifications and engagement structure

What Success Looks Like

• Delivery of scalable, high-performance applications
• Clean, maintainable code aligned with architecture standards
• Improved API performance and frontend responsiveness
• Strong collaboration across teams

Additional Details

• This is a 1099 independent contractor role (not benefits-eligible employment)
• Engagement is expected to last 6 to 12 months
• Contractors operate as independent service providers and are expected to provide their own equipment