React Developer

Job Title: React Developer / Full-Stack DeveloperLocation: Chicago, IL – Onsite; approximately 3 days onsite initially, with some flexibility afterward.Duration: 6 months with possible extension; potential conversion may be possible.Start Date: ASAP, target around September 1Interview: At least 2 rounds, including technical questions.Experience: Targeting 6–10 years of professional full-stack development experience; 5–7+ years acceptable for strong candidates.Top technical priorities: React.js, Node.js, MongoDB, and SQL/PostgreSQLStrong hands-on MERN stack experience is highly preferred.Experience with AWS, Docker, Git, CI/CD, and production deployments is important.Primary project involves migrating existing R Shiny applications to React-based applications.Candidate will build interactive web applications, dashboards, custom workflows, and analytics solutions.Existing code, development patterns, documentation, and requirements will be provided.Insurance, claims, or workers’ compensation experience is a strong plus but NOT mandatory.Strong communication, documentation, teamwork, and business-to-technical translation skills are important.Candidate should be comfortable working independently while collaborating with U.S. and offshore development teams.GitHub, portfolio, or live website/work samples demonstrating React development are highly preferred.AI-driven development experience is preferred, with openness to using AI tools to improve development efficiency.Top priority: Strong hands-on React + Node.js + MongoDB/SQL skills and the ability to build and deploy production-quality applications.React Full-Stack Developer – Risk Consulting📍 Chicago, IL – Onsite💼 Contract – 6 Months + Possible Extension🔄 Potential Contract-to-Hire🚀 Start: ASAPAbout the OpportunityOur insurance client is seeking a React Full-Stack Developer to join its Risk Consulting team and support the development and modernization of custom analytics applications for clients.This role is ideal for a hands-on developer who enjoys building interactive web applications, dashboards, custom workflows, and data-driven solutions using the MERN stack.A major focus of the role will be migrating existing R Shiny applications to modern React-based applications, while also supporting new development and ongoing enhancements.What You'll DoDesign, develop, code, test, debug, and maintain full-stack applications using the MERN stack and SQL.Build interactive React applications, dashboards, workflows, and analytics solutions.Migrate existing R Shiny applications to React-based applications.Develop and maintain backend services using Node.js.Work with MongoDB and SQL/PostgreSQL databases, including complex queries and database design.Deploy and maintain applications using AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS.Manage source code using Git, including branching, merging, and pull requests.Support production deployments, application maintenance, data refreshes, and enhancements.Troubleshoot and resolve application and coding issues.Participate in testing, debugging, documentation, and code-quality activities.Collaborate with technical and business teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.Provide technical support for internal teams and clients when needed.Mentor and provide technical guidance to other developers and analysts.Stay current with emerging technologies and identify opportunities to improve development processes.Leverage AI-driven development tools to improve programming efficiency and accelerate delivery.Required Qualifications6–10 years of professional full-stack web development experience.Strong hands-on experience with React.js and Node.js.Strong experience with MongoDB.Strong SQL database experience, preferably PostgreSQL.Experience with the MERN stack: MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js.Strong understanding of JavaScript and modern JavaScript frameworks.Experience with Git and collaborative source-control workflows.Practical experience with AWS cloud services and application deployment.Strong understanding of software development best practices, including testing, debugging, documentation, and security.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Strong problem-solving, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.Preferred SkillsTypeScriptDocker / KubernetesCI/CD pipelinesAWS infrastructureAI-assisted development toolsInsurance, claims, or workers’ compensation domain experienceExperience migrating applications from legacy platforms to modern web technologiesExperience building interactive analytics dashboards⭐ Why Join?Work on modern React and Node.js applications supporting real-world insurance analytics.Opportunity to contribute to a major R Shiny-to-React modernization initiative.Build interactive dashboards and custom workflow solutions used by insurance clients.Work with a collaborative Risk Consulting development team.Opportunity to introduce AI-driven development and automation ideas.Strong potential for continued project opportunities based on business needs and performance.🔑 Top 5 Must-Have Skills1. React.js2. Node.js3. MongoDB4. SQL / PostgreSQL5. AWS / Production Application Deployment