Ask HN: I am not a programmer but a coder, what should I do?

As mentioned in this old article [1], I have mostly done assembly line coding for 10+ years. I have mostly made enterprise Java software. Basically Web applications that do CRUD. I have had ambitions to carve my own path. But it hasn't succeeded. Don't get me wrong, I am in a reputed firm with good salary. Nothing to complain on surface. But internally I find my job meaningless. I have great colleagues. But the work is that of a coder. Stitching programs. Nothing very challenging.

I envy those working in startups on cutting edge tech. Those at FAANG making real impact on the world. I am not sure if this is even a problem. What are my options?

[1] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=3591243