Job Description
About Apex Digital Systems: We are a premier technology consultancy driving innovation for Fortune 500 clients across the Midwest. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Frontend Developer to join our dynamic team for a long-term contract engagement in Chicago.
In this role, you will bridge the gap between design and engineering, translating complex UI/UX wireframes into pixel-perfect, responsive web applications. You will work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on code quality, performance optimization, and scalable architecture.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation: $60 - $85/hour depending on experience.
- Flexible Schedule: Hybrid model with core hours in the Loop.
- Professional Growth: Access to cutting-edge technologies and mentorship from industry veterans.
Responsibilities
- Design & Development: Architect and implement responsive, user-centric web interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular).
- Code Quality: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry best practices (ESLint, Prettier).
- Performance Optimization: Conduct thorough testing and optimization to ensure high performance, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility.
- Collaboration: Work closely with UX/UI designers and backend developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless functionality.
- Mentorship: Guide junior developers, conduct code reviews, and participate in architectural discussions to drive technical excellence.
- Debugging: Troubleshoot complex issues and resolve bugs efficiently to minimize downtime.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of professional web development experience.
- Core Skills: Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3/Sass. Strong experience with React.js or Vue.js.
- Tools: Familiarity with Git, Webpack, and modern build tools.
- API Integration: Experience consuming RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
- Testing: Experience writing unit and integration tests (Jest, Cypress).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.