Job#: 3028148 Job Description: Title: Senior Web Developer
Duration: 12+ month contract
Pay: $60-$70/hr - W2 Only
Location: Dearborn, MI - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior React Developer / Front-End Engineer with 5+ years of professional experience to help design and build scalable, high-performance web applications with a strong emphasis on Test-Driven Development (TDD). In this role, you will lead front-end architecture decisions, build intuitive and accessible user interfaces, and collaborate closely with designers and backend engineers to deliver reliable, user-centric solutions.The ideal candidate is deeply skilled in the React ecosystem, passionate about clean and maintainable code, and thrives in environments that value testing, thoughtful design decisions, and continuous improvement.Day-to-Day Responsibilities- Design, develop, and maintain scalable, performant front-end applications and reusable UI components using React and modern best practices
- Drive development using a test-first mindset, writing unit, integration, and end-to-end tests before or alongside feature implementation
- Integrate front-end applications with RESTful APIs and microservices, ensuring efficient data flow and optimal performance
- Identify, analyze, and resolve performance bottlenecks to provide smooth, low-latency user experiences across devices and browsers
- Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and high-fidelity designs into accessible, production-ready code
- Participate in full-stack discussions by providing input on API design and understanding application flow from database through browser
- Apply UX best practices and accessibility (WCAG) standards to deliver inclusive, responsive user interfaces
- Conduct code reviews, maintain documentation, and uphold front-end architecture standards for long-term maintainability
- Mentor team members when appropriate and stay current with emerging trends, tools, and patterns in the React ecosystem
Qualifications- 5+ years of professional experience in front-end or UI development
- Deep expertise in React.js and its ecosystem, including state management solutions such as Redux, Context API, or Flux
- Strong command of TypeScript (required), JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3
- Proven experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices such as Red-Green-Refactor
- Experience with front-end build and testing tools such as Webpack, Babel, Jest, and React Testing Library
- Demonstrated ability to build scalable, responsive, and cross-browser compatible applications
- Strong understanding of UX principles, usability best practices, and web accessibility standards
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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