Front-End Web Developer

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