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Job Location: Chicago, IL
Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior React.js Developer with strong Playwright expertise to build modern, scalable user interfaces and implement robust end-to-end UI automation. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in React-based front-end development, test automation using Playwright, and CI/CD integration, ensuring high-quality and reliable web applications.
Key Responsibilities
React Frontend Development
Design and develop modern, responsive, and scalable web applications using React.js
Build reusable, maintainable UI components using functional components, hooks, and component-based architecture
Integrate front-end applications with backend APIs (REST/GraphQL)
Implement state management solutions (Redux, Context API, Zustand, etc.)
Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimal performance
Collaborate with UX/UI designers to deliver high-quality user experiences
UI Automation & Testing (Playwright)
Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end automated tests using Playwright
Implement UI test frameworks for React applications
Validate user flows, UI interactions, and integrations
Maintain test stability, reliability, and execution efficiency
Integrate Playwright tests into CI/CD pipelines
Analyze test results and collaborate with teams to resolve defects
DevOps & CI/CD
Integrate front-end build and test processes into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
Configure automated test execution and reporting
Work with version control systems (Git/GitHub)
Ensure code quality using linting, formatting, and best practices
Collaboration & Delivery
Work closely with product owners, designers, backend developers, and QA teams
Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies
Provide technical guidance and support to team members
Contribute to frontend architecture decisions and best practices
Required Skills & Experience
Frontend Development
Strong experience with React.js
Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript
Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, modern CSS frameworks (Tailwind, Material UI, etc.)
Experience with state management libraries (Redux, Context API, etc.)
Experience consuming RESTful APIs
Test Automation
Hands-on experience with Playwright for UI and end-to-end test automation
Experience writing reliable, maintainable automated test suites
Understanding of testing concepts (smoke, regression, cross-browser testing)
Tools & Practices
Experience with Git/GitHub
Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
Knowledge of frontend build tools (Webpack, Vite, npm/yarn)
Experience with Agile development methodologies
Preferred Qualifications
Experience integrating Playwright with CI/CD pipelines
Familiarity with accessibility (a11y) testing
Experience with performance and browser profiling tools
Exposure to design systems and component libraries
Soft Skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
Ability to work independently and in fast-paced Agile teams
Strong attention to detail and quality
Experience Level
5 to 8+ years of experience in frontend development and/or UI automation
The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is 67733 to 108811
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• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

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