ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Associate Front End Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Mariano's

FRONT END/LEAD CLERK

Chicago, IL · On-site

Provide day-to-day support of all Front End department operations, policies, processes and ... Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.

Paul Murphy Associates

React Developer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$107K - $125K/yr

React Developer Contract Type: C2C or W2 Duration: On-going / long-term Location: Chicago, IL ... The ideal candidate will have strong front-end development experience and be comfortable working in ...

Everest Technologies

AI Automation Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Frontend Integration: Implement modern UI components in React, Next.js, or Angular to deliver real ... Cloud & DevOps: Deploy scalable, containerized microservices on AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform ...

New

IBM

Associate Designer 2027

Chicago, IL · On-site

As an Associate, you'll have access to industry-recognized certifications, digital badges, and a ... front-end developers to implement dynamic human-centered digital solutions. * Create storyboards ...

Capgemini

Lead .Net Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$119K - $149K/yr

Design, develop, and maintain scalable front-end applications using Angular, HTML, CSS, and ... college) Associate's Degree in a Technical Field Certification in relevant focus area' The base ...

United Airlines

Lead .Net Developer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$119K - $150K/yr

Design, develop, and maintain scalable front-end applications using Angular, HTML, CSS, and ... college) Associate's Degree in a Technical Field Certification in relevant focus area" The base ...

Scigon Solutions

RPA Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55 - $70/hr

Develop solutions using a Power Platform front-end and automation back-end delivery model ... UiRPA (RPA Associate) * UiARD (Advanced RPA Developer) may still be considered. These ...

New

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsAssociate Front End Developer JobsAssociate Front End Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Associate Front End Developer information

See Chicago, IL salary details

$43.8K

$113.7K

$160.2K

How much do associate front end developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate front end developer in Chicago, IL is $113,741.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,100.00 and $124,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate front end developer?

An Associate Front End Developer is an entry-level professional responsible for creating and maintaining the user interface of websites or web applications. They work with technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to ensure that sites are visually appealing, responsive, and user-friendly. Typically, they collaborate with designers and back-end developers to implement features and fix bugs. This role is ideal for those starting their careers in web development, offering opportunities to learn and grow technical skills on real projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate front end developer?

To thrive as an Associate Front End Developer, you need a solid grasp of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, often supported by a relevant degree or bootcamp experience. Familiarity with frameworks like React or Angular, version control systems such as Git, and basic understanding of responsive web design are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you collaborate well within development teams. These skills and qualities are vital to building user-friendly, efficient web applications and ensuring seamless integration with backend systems.

What are typical collaboration practices for an associate front end developer within a development team?

As an Associate Front End Developer, you will regularly collaborate with designers, back end developers, and product managers to implement user interface features and ensure seamless integration with back end services. Daily stand-ups, code reviews, and pair programming sessions are common practices that help foster teamwork and knowledge sharing. You'll often receive guidance from senior developers and may contribute to design discussions or participate in sprint planning meetings, which offer valuable learning opportunities and exposure to the broader development process.

What are the most commonly searched types of Front End Developer jobs in Chicago, IL?

The most popular types of Front End Developer jobs in Chicago, IL are:

Associate Front End Developer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Associate Front End Developer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,741 per year, or $54.7 per hour.

Associate, Frontend Software Engineer (React)

BlackRock

Chicago, IL • On-site

$14/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

BlackRock rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About this role

About This Role

We are looking for a Frontend Software Engineer to help build and enhanceourinternal platformwhichsupportsoperations,sales, and portfolio management workflows. In this role, you will create intuitive user experiences that help investment professionals analyze data, manage strategies, and make informed decisions.

This is an opportunity to work on complex, business-critical applications in a fast-paced environment, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful technology. At BlackRock, your work will combine the scale and stability of a global firm with the ownership and innovation of a product-driven engineering team.

With over USD $14trillion of assets, we have an exceptional responsibility: our technology empowers millions of investors to save for retirement, pay for university, buy a home, and improve their financial well-being.

Being an engineer at BlackRock means you get the best of both worlds: working for one of the most sophisticated financial companies while being part of a software development team responsible for next-generation technology and solutions.

About You

  • Tenacious:You excel in a fast-paced,highly complexenvironment and persist in solving tough challenges.

  • Creative problem solver:Youanalyzemultiple solutions and deploy technologies in a flexible way to tackle problems efficiently.

  • Collaborative teammate:You think and work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and inspire those around you.

  • Fast learner:You pick up new concepts quickly and apply them to your work with minimal guidance.

Whatyou'lldo:

  • Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering ways of working (CI/CD, automated testing, best practices)

  • Design and build complex, workflow-driven user interfaces using TypeScript and React

  • Drive performance optimization, maintainability, and architectural consistency across applications

  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver business-critical enhancements

Skills and Experience:

  • Strongexpertisein TypeScript and React

  • Expertisebuilding andmaintainingtooling for TypeScript projects (e.g., build systems, testing frameworks, developer workflows)

  • Experience building large-scale, production-grade front-end applications

  • Deep understanding of UI architecture, state management, and performance optimization

  • UXexpertise: experience designing intuitive applications that distill complex, real-time data into clear, actionable user experiences, with a strong focus on user productivity

  • Take ownership of parts of a SaaS product, including production monitoring and incident resolution

  • Demonstrable experience building modern software using engineering tools such as git, unit testing and integration testing tools, mocking frameworks.

  • Background inbuilding high-quality software using design-focused and test-driven approaches

  • Strong analytical and software design skills, with an emphasis on writing well-tested code.

  • Ability to form positive relationships with partnering teams, sponsors, and user groups.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with Visual Regression Testing and Unit Testing

  • Knowledge of functional programming (RxJS)

  • Experience working with REST APIs andWebSockets

  • Understanding of financial markets and industry workflows

For Chicago, IL Only the salary range for this position is USD$120,000.00 - USD$148,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.

Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.


Guidance on AI use for candidates


At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work - enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we've provided guidanceon when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.


About BlackRock


At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.


This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.


To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.

BlackRock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity/expression), sexual orientation, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religion, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.View theEEOC's Know Your Rights poster and its supplementand thepay transparency statement.

BlackRock is committed to full inclusion of all qualified individuals and to providing reasonable accommodations or job modifications for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation/adjustments are needed throughout the employment process, please email Disability.Assistance@blackrock.com. All requests are treated in line with ourprivacy policy.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.

What BlackRock employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply