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Our client is seeking a Front-End Software Engineer to join their web development team in Chicago. This role will focus on building and enhancing modern web applications using Vue.js and Nuxt.js. The ideal candidate is passionate about creating high-quality user experiences, writing clean and maintainable front-end code, and collaborating closely with product, design, and engineering teams.

The team is currently migrating an existing Vue.js application to Nuxt.js, making prior experience with server-side rendering (SSR) and modern Vue frameworks highly desirable.

This is primarily a front-end position with opportunities to interact with GraphQL APIs and gain exposure to broader application architecture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, enhance, and maintain modern web applications using Vue.js and Nuxt.js.
• Participate in the migration of an existing Vue application to the Nuxt framework.
• Build responsive, scalable, and reusable UI components.
• Consume and integrate GraphQL APIs to retrieve and display application data.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver high-quality user experiences.
• Optimize front-end performance, accessibility, and overall application usability.
• Follow front-end engineering best practices, coding standards, and testing methodologies.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of the development process.

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of professional front-end development experience (mid-level to senior).
• Strong experience with Vue.js.
• Experience with or willingness to learn Nuxt.js.
• Strong understanding of modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience consuming REST and/or GraphQL APIs.
• Knowledge of responsive web development and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience with Git and modern development workflows.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively within an agile development team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with Nuxt.js and server-side rendering (SSR).
• Experience working with GraphQL in a front-end environment.
• Knowledge of front-end performance optimization techniques.
• Experience implementing accessibility (WCAG) best practices.
• Familiarity with modern front-end architecture and component design patterns.
• Interest in expanding into full-stack development over time.

Soft Skills:

• Collaborative team player who enjoys working closely with engineers and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced Agile environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and contribute across the team when needed.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid position based in Chicago, IL
• Wednesday in-office attendance is required
• Additional in-office collaboration is encouraged.
• Preference for candidates located in the Chicago area to support team collaboration.
• Opportunity for contract-to-hire based on performance and business needs.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Nuxt.js (SSR)
• GraphQL
• Front-end performance optimization
• Web accessibility (WCAG)
• Modern UI architecture and design patterns

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a collaborative front-end engineer who has strong Vue.js experience, enjoys building high-quality user interfaces, understands modern front-end best practices, and is excited to help modernize an application by migrating it to Nuxt.js. Experience consuming GraphQL APIs is a plus, but the role remains heavily focused on front-end development rather than backend engineering.

Salary/Rate: $60 - $75/HR (depends on experience level). This is a contract position with candidates expected to work 40 hours/ week.

About The Company

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible

Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi Rebecca)

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

• Conduct recorded video interviews
• Transcribe interviews
• Summarize candidate responses
• Generate job-related insights
• Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.

The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

• A technical interview
• A coding challenge
• A case study
• A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection:

Every candidate's profile including interviews, conversations, and assessments is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate:

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

Request a non-AI interview path

Ask how your data is being used

Request access to transcripts or interview recordings

Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview

Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment:

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We're committed to a hiring process that is:

• Transparent
• Compliant
• Equitable
• Powered by innovative technology that enhances not replaces human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We're excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.