Build and maintain scalable React-based web applications using TypeScript and JavaScript. Create reusable UI components, integrate APIs, manage client-side state, optimize performance and accessibility, and collaborate with UX, backend, and product teams in a large engineering environment.
Role Summary:
We are looking for a skilled React Developer with a strong front-end foundation to build scalable, high-performance web applications as part of a large, cross-functional team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain modern web applications using React, TypeScript, and JavaScript
- Build reusable UI components and ensure consistency across applications
- Integrate APIs and manage client-side state efficiently
- Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and sprint planning
- Optimize applications for performance, accessibility, and responsiveness
- Collaborate closely with UX, backend, and product teams in a large-team environment
Required Skills:
- 5+ years of experience in front-end development, with deep expertise in React
- Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern ES6+ features
- Experience with state management (Redux, Zustand, or TanStack Query)
- Familiarity with component-driven architecture and reusable design patterns
- Experience working in large engineering teams and enterprise-scale applications
- Solid understanding of performance optimization and debugging tools
Good to Have:
- Experience with Micro Frontends / Module Federation
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and build tools (Webpack, Vite, Rsbuild)
- Exposure to design systems and UI libraries
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 40,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 140,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
Photon Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
11 East Adams Street Suite 1100, Chicago, IL, United States, 60603
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