Full Stack Engineer

Wink, Inc. is a data intelligence leader in the life and annuity insurance industry. We are modernizing our applications and giving our customers efficient, data-driven insights. We're engaging a talented Full Stack / Front End Developer on a contract basis to help us ship.You'll have end-to-end ownership of well-scoped deliverables — developing and enhancing the UI architecture of our applications, building across the stack, and working in JavaScript / TypeScript server-side frameworks, APIs, and SQL databases (MySQL, SQL Server).Engagement DetailsType: Independent contractor (1099 or B2B). You are responsible for your own taxes, benefits, and equipment.Duration: Initial 3 to 6-month engagement, renewable based on fit and project needs.Rate: $40–$60 / hour, USD, depending on experience, invoiced monthly.Equipment (BYOD): Contractor provides their own laptop and development equipment (macOS or Linux required - Windows is not supported for this engagement). Device must run a currently supported OS version with an active screen-lock policy. Full-disk encryption (FileVault on macOS, LUKS or equivalent on Linux) is strongly preferred.Location: Remote, all work on Wink's codebase and data must be performed from within the U.S. — no offshoring, subcontracting, or working from outside the country. Proof of U.S. residency required (U.S. Work Permit, Green Card, or U.S. Passport).Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and able to invoice a U.S. company as a 1099 contractor or via a U.S.-based entity. No visa sponsorship provided.Data handling: All access to Wink systems, source code, and customer data must occur from U.S.-based devices and networks. Contractor agrees not to store, transmit, or process Wink data outside the United States.ResponsibilitiesFrontend development: Implement responsive UIs with modern JavaScript frameworks — primarily SvelteKit — as we transition legacy applications to a more efficient, scalable platform.UI architecture: Contribute to frontend architecture decisions that improve performance, maintainability, and user experience.Database interaction: Use server-side TypeScript to connect to SQL databases and retrieve and manipulate data.Code quality: Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code and participate in code reviews.Problem solving: Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance.Team collaboration: Work alongside designers and engineers asynchronously to deliver high-quality features.RequirementsExperience: 5+ years of experience with modern JavaScript frameworks like Svelte, Vue, React, orAngular with a focus on creating responsive and accessible UI components.Knowledge of Server-Side Frameworks: Familiarity with server-side frameworks such as SvelteKit, NuxtJS, NextJS, Remix, for integrating frontend applications with backend services.Frontend Architecture: Proven track record building functional, effective platforms with sound architectural patterns.Database querying: MySQL experience, can retrieve and present data efficiently.API integration: Comfortable designing and integrating RESTful APIs.Debugging and optimization: Strong perf and resource-efficiency skills across devices.UI/UX mindset: Works closely with designers to translate mockups into polished interfaces.Version control: Proficient with Git.Communication: Clear written communication, proactive status updates, and self-direction.Important: This engagement is open only to candidates residing in the United States for the full duration of the contract. All work must be performed from within the U.S. We are not able to engage candidates based abroad, nor candidates who plan to travel or relocate outside the U.S. during the engagement.How to applySubmit your resume or portfolio, links to relevant projects or GitHub, your hourly rate, and your weekly availability.