Front End Web Developer job at PeopleConnect Staffing in US National

Title: Front End Web Developer - Contract to Hire Location: Virtual, United States Department: Engineering Job Description: Experience: 7+ years Hours Per Week Available: 25 -35 hours per week. This role will start as a contract with the intention of going full-time in the near future. Compensation: $50 - $60/hour About The Role Our client is building intelligent, human-centered solutions that help these organizations thrive—combining the promise of AI with a deep understanding of how people and communities work. Founded by experienced leaders in technology, product strategy, and go-to-market execution, they are ready to scale. They’re looking for a visionary Front End Web Developer who combines exceptional design sensibilities with cutting-edge development skills to create beautiful, fast, and intelligent web experiences. You'll build responsive, mobile-first applications that seamlessly integrate AI capabilities while maintaining exceptional performance and user experience. What You'll Build AI-Enhanced Web Applications Develop responsive web applications with seamless AI integration (chat interfaces, real-time AI outputs) Implement real-time streaming interfaces for AI-generated content with smooth UX Build interactive data visualization dashboards that make complex AI insights accessible Create dynamic, personalized user interfaces that adapt based on AI-driven insights Mobile-First Responsive Design Design and implement pixel-perfect, mobile-first responsive web experiences Optimize for performance across devices with 90+ Lighthouse scores on all metrics Build Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) with offline capabilities and native-like experiences Implement advanced animations and micro-interactions using Framer Motion and CSS SEO & Performance Optimization Implement comprehensive SEO strategies with semantic HTML, schema markup, and Core Web Vitals optimization Build server-side rendered applications with Next.js for optimal search engine visibility Optimize bundle sizes, implement code splitting, and achieve sub-2s load times Implement advanced caching strategies and CDN optimization Technical Requirements Frontend Excellence 7+ years of professional React development with expert-level TypeScript proficiency Advanced CSS skills including CSS Grid, Flexbox, animations, and modern layout techniques Deep understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development Experience with modern build tools (Vite, Webpack) and package managers (pnpm, Yarn) AI Integration Experience Experience integrating with AI APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic) and handling streaming responses Understanding of real-time communication patterns (WebSockets, Server-Sent Events) Knowledge of AI UX patterns: loading states, progressive disclosure, conversation design Experience with AI-enhanced features: autocomplete, smart suggestions, content generation Performance & SEO Mastery Expert knowledge of Core Web Vitals optimization and performance monitoring Experience with SEO best practices, structured data, and technical SEO auditing Proficiency with performance testing tools (Lighthouse, WebPageTest, Chrome DevTools) Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) and inclusive design principles Modern Development Practices Git workflow expertise with experience in collaborative development environments Test-driven development using Jest, React Testing Library, and Playwright CI/CD pipeline experience with GitHub Actions, Vercel, or similar platforms Code review culture and mentoring junior developers Preferred Qualifications Design background or strong visual design skills with ability to work independently Experience with design tools (Figma, Adobe Creative Suite) and design-to-code workflows Knowledge of backend technologies (Node.js, Python) for full-stack contributions Previous startup experience with ownership of major frontend initiatives Open source contributions and active participation in the developer community Tech Stack & Tools Frontend: React 18+, Next.js 14+, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Radix UI AI Integration: OpenAI API, Anthropic Claude, Vercel AI SDK, LangChain.js Performance: Vercel, Cloudflare, Next.js optimization, React Suspense Testing: Jest, React Testing Library, Playwright, Chromatic Tools: Figma, Linear, GitHub, Vercel, PostHog, Sentry Design & UX Responsibilities Component Systems: Build and maintain scalable, reusable component libraries Design Implementation: Transform Figma designs into pixel-perfect, interactive web experiences UX Optimization: Conduct user testing and implement data-driven UX improvements Brand Consistency: Ensure consistent visual identity across all web properties Accessibility: Implement and maintain WCAG 2.1 AA compliance across all interfaces Success Metrics Performance: Maintain 90+ Lighthouse scores across all pages SEO: Achieve top 3 rankings for target keywords and improve organic traffic by 200% User Experience: Improve conversion rates and reduce bounce rates through design optimization Development Velocity: Establish development practices that enable rapid feature iteration Code Quality: Maintain high code quality standards with comprehensive test coverage Growth & Impact Technical Leadership: Opportunity to lead frontend architecture decisions for the entire platform Mentorship: Guide junior developers and establish frontend best practices Product Influence: Direct input on product decisions and user experience strategy Industry Recognition: Opportunity to speak at conferences and contribute to open source Career Progression: Clear path to Principal Engineer or Frontend Lead roles Apply tot his job Apply To this Job