Full Stack Engineer — AI-Powered Development

About Grey Parrot SystemsAI-first. Governance-driven. Results you can trust. Grey Parrot Systems (GPARROT) is a women-owned, BEP and WBENC-certified IT services firm serving Chicago, Detroit, and the broader Midwest. We combine 50+ years of CIO/CTO leadership with AI-native engineering talent to deliver solutions on time, on budget, and at mid-market-friendly costs.About the roleWe are looking for a Full Stack Engineer who builds fast — not just because they're good, but because they know how to harness AI coding agents to accelerate development without sacrificing quality. You are fluent in React, Node.js, and MySQL, and you use tools like Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Bolt, or v0 as force multipliers to ship production-ready applications at speed. If you think in systems, move with urgency, and treat AI as a co-pilot rather than a novelty — this role is for you.What you'll doBuild and ship full stack applications rapidly using AI coding agents including Claude Code and vibe coding workflowsUse Claude Code as an agentic coding partner — delegating complex tasks, reviewing outputs, and iterating at speedDevelop responsive, performant front-end experiences in ReactDesign and build robust REST APIs and backend services with Node.jsModel, query, and optimize relational data in MySQLIntegrate AI-generated code intelligently — reviewing, refining, and owning the outputCollaborate with product and design teams to turn ideas into working prototypes in daysContribute to code reviews, architecture decisions, and engineering best practicesTech stack:React · Node.js · MySQL · Claude Code · Cursor · GitHub Copilot · REST APIs · Git / GitHubWhat we're looking for3+ years of full stack development experience with React, Node.js, and MySQLActive, daily use of AI coding agents — Claude Code, Cursor, Copilot, Bolt, or v0 — hands-on fluency, not just awarenessDemonstrated ability to use Claude Code for agentic, multi-step development tasks and complex feature buildsAbility to ship working, production-quality applications fast without cutting corners on qualityStrong grasp of REST API design, database modeling, and front-end architectureA builder mentality — you prototype quickly, iterate faster, and own what you shipExcellent communication and ability to work across cross-functional teamsPay range: 80k to 120kGrey Parrot Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a women-owned, BEP and WBENC-certified firm, diversity and inclusion are core to who we are. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences — including those from underrepresented groups in technology and data. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.Stay ConnectedFor more job openings, company updates, and industry insights, follow Grey Parrot Systems on LinkedIn.👉 Grey Parrot Systems on LinkedInWe are always looking for talented, driven professionals to join our growing team. Whether this role is the right fit today or not, connect with us and be the first to hear about new opportunities as we expand across Chicago, Detroit, and the Midwest.