Job Description
Job Description Junior React Frontend Developer (Chicago, Hybrid – Fast-Track Opportunity)- Chicago, IL
- $40-$55/Hour, depending on experience
- 6-12 month contract
- Immediate need
TL;DR: A global hospitality and technology brand is hiring a junior React developer (2–4 years exp) for a long-term opportunity. Local to Chicago? Got a CS degree? This is your launchpad. Interviews happening now — decision expected by June 25, or sooner.
The Opportunity We’re supporting the digital team at a
Fortune 500 company in their search for a junior-level frontend web developer. This is a long-term contract (6 months to start, likely to extend) with a highly regarded brand operating at the intersection of hospitality and enterprise technology.
You’ll work in a collaborative, hybrid environment (2–3 days/week onsite in Chicago) alongside seasoned engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver high-impact web applications used globally.
What You’ll Do - Build and maintain client-facing web interfaces using React, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
- Translate design and business requirements into functional components
- Collaborate with backend developers, UX designers, and product owners
- Optimize for performance, accessibility, and responsiveness
- Assist in testing, troubleshooting, and prototyping when needed
- Stay current on best practices in frontend development
Must-Have Qualifications - 2–4 years of experience in frontend web development (not mobile/app)
- Hands-on experience with React and modern JavaScript (ES6+)
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, responsive design
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field (required)
- Based in Chicago and available to be onsite 2–3 days/week
- Clear, focused resume — 1 page preferred
Nice To Have - Familiarity with design tools like Figma
- Basic knowledge of accessibility standards (ARIA, WCAG)
- Exposure to testing tools like Jest or Cypress
Why This Role Is Special - Work with a brand-name enterprise — without red tape
- Gain experience with modern technologies in a professional setting
- Real long-term opportunity: this team frequently extends and hires top performers
- Hiring manager is eager to move fast — decision by June 25
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Job Tags
Contract work, Long term contract, Local area, Immediate start, 2 days per week, 3 days per week,