UI Technical Architect (REACT JS)

UI Technical Architect (REACT JS)

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated UI Technical Architect (ReactJS) for an opportunity in Chicago, IL!

Position Title: UI Technical Architect (ReactJS)

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Anticipated Start Date: 01/23/2025

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6 months contract Renewable

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>=40 HRS WEEKLY) [CONTRACT], [Hybrid]

Pay Range: $52-$54/hr only on W2

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

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  Architect and Design UI Systems: Lead the architecture and design of scalable, reusable, and maintainable UI components using React.
  
  


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  React Component Development: Develop high-quality, responsive, and performance optimized React components that can be reused across various parts of the application.
  
  


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  Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality.
  
  


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  Code Reviews and Standards: Establish best practices and coding standards for React development, including consistent code styling, component design patterns, and performance optimizations.
  
  


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  State Management: Design and implement state management solutions (using Redux, MobX, or Context API) to handle application-wide state in a scalable manner.
  
  


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  Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize the performance of React applications, ensuring efficient rendering, load times, and smooth user interactions.
  
  


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  Mentor Developers: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to front-end developers, helping them grow their expertise in React and UI development.
  
  


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  Component Libraries: Build and maintain a shared component library to ensure consistency across applications.
  
  


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  Integrating APIs: Collaborate with back-end teams to integrate RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and other data services into the React front end.
  
  


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  Testing and Debugging: Ensure the reliability of the UI by implementing comprehensive unit tests, end-to-end tests, and code debugging strategies using tools like Jest, Cypress, or Enzyme.
  
  


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  Mobile Responsiveness: Ensure that all UI components and layouts are mobile-responsive, working seamlessly across a variety of screen sizes and devices.
  
  


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  Accessibility: Implement accessibility best practices (WCAG standards) to ensure the UI is usable for all users, including those with disabilities.
  
  


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  Continuous Integration/Delivery: Work with DevOps and back-end teams to implement CI/CD pipelines for efficient deployment and testing of React applications.
  
  

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  10 years of experience in front-end development.
  
  


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  7 years of experience with React in large-scale web applications.
  
  


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  React.js: Expertise in React.js including hooks, state management, lifecycle methods, and component architecture.
  
  


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  JavaScript (ES6 ): Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript (ES6 ), including promises, async/await, and other advanced features.
  
  


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  HTML5/CSS3: Proficiency in semantic HTML5, CSS3, and preprocessors like SASS or LESS.
  
  


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  Redux or Context API: In-depth knowledge of Redux or React Context API for managing application state.
  
  


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  TypeScript: Experience with TypeScript to enhance code quality, safety, and scalability.
  
  


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  UI Frameworks/Libraries: Familiarity with UI libraries like Material-UI, Ant Design, or Bootstrap.
  
  


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  Build Tools: Experience with build and bundling tools such as Webpack, Babel, and npm/yarn.
  
  


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  Version Control: Strong experience with Git for source control and collaborative development workflows.
  
  


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  REST/GraphQL Integration: Experience working with RESTful APIs or GraphQL to fetch and display dynamic data.
  
  


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  Testing Frameworks: Knowledge of testing frameworks like Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, and Enzyme for unit and end-to-end testing.
  
  


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  Performance Tuning: Experience in performance tuning using tools like Lighthouse, Web Vitals, or React Profiler.
  
  


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  Experience with Accessibility
  
  

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  Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for deploying and scaling React applications.
  
  


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  Agile Methodology: Experience working in Agile (Scrum or Kanban) environments.
  
  


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  UI/UX Principles: Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and ability to work with design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
  
  


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  Micro Front-End Architecture: Experience with micro front-end architecture for scaling large
  
  

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

UI/ React JS

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 234049 when responding to this ad.