Angular Engineer

DescriptionHybrid 4 days onsite in Pittsburgh, PAOur client seeks a staff-level Angular Engineer for a 6-month contract-to-hire to support an enterprise transformation hub building a front-end Angular application backed by Java-based APIs and MS SQL Server. The role will focus primarily on Angular (approximately 80 percent) with additional responsibilities updating SQL used by APIs and creating basic queries. The team leverages Agile practices and modern tooling. Candidates should be comfortable using AI tools for development and articulating experience with Angular signals. Two interviews are expected with technical discussion but no coding exercise.This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.Rate: $70.00 to $75.00/hr. w2ResponsibilitiesDevelop, enhance, and maintain Angular front-end features using recent Angular versions, targeting version 21.Collaborate within an Agile team to refine requirements, plan sprints, and deliver increments.Interface with backend API services and handle data integration tasks.Create and update basic SQL queries and adjust SQL used by API layers in MS SQL Server.Follow the software development life cycle, including testing and documentation.Participate in test plan and test data reviews, and support quality assurance activities.Contribute to enterprise transformation initiatives and propose practical technology solutions.Leverage AI development tools to improve code quality and productivity.Experience Requirements5+ years of professional experience building applications with Angular, including exposure to Angular 19 or above and familiarity with Angular signals.Proficiency with TypeScript, component-driven development, and modern Angular patterns.Experience working in Agile environments with tools such as Jira and GitLab or GitHub.Ability to work with backend data via APIs and perform basic SQL tasks in MS SQL Server.Understanding of SDLC practices, testing approaches, and documentation standards.Financial services experience is a plus.Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.