Job Title : Full-Stack NodeJS Developer

Location: Oakbrook IL

JOB SUMMARY: Client (Hub) is looking to hire full-stack developer to design and build the next generation web and mobile applications. The ideal candidate will have experience working with a modern web/mobile development stack (Node.js, Express, Vue.Js, AngularJS, Mongo Database) and cloud-based services. The candidate will be responsible for the overall web application framework, development tools, user experience, deployment and testing strategy. The candidate will work closely with project stakeholders to gather requirements and understand their needs, conceptualize, as well as facilitate discussions and design sessions to create innovative and user friendly products. The preferred candidate should have past experience designing user experiences for business or web applications, an excellent understanding of UX strategies and principles, and strong communication skills.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Design and build core frameworks on Node.JS, shared services, NPM packages, and RESTful APIs
Translates complex requirements into an easy to understand user experience by following the user-centered design process
Remain current with evolving industry trends and technologies.
Have the ability to create prototypes and wireframes.
Design, develop, and maintain complex, high performance, and adaptive web applications.
Hands-on design, development, deployment & support of java/javascript based frameworks
Consistently follow and continue to help improve our processes including source control, deployment and issue tracking
Work collaboratively with engineers, stakeholders, executives, and end-users to bring the concepts to life
Build scalable solutions to improve the user experience
Document and build unit tests for the code.
Document and follow best design and development practices
Participate in design and code reviews to ensure best practices and high quality code
Integrate internal as well as third-party web services and components
Identify and assist in mitigating project risks: technical, schedule and otherwise
Investigate technologies that can be leveraged in various product implementations
Work with stakeholders during the requirement gathering and acceptance testing process
Other duties as directed by management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BS/MS in computer science/engineering, or relevant engineering discipline/experience preferred.
12 years of overall IT experience
3+ years of experience in building customer facing cloud-based solutions.
3+ years of experience in product development using NodeJS (a must)
3+ years of experience with Vue.Js, AngularJS, MEAN stack and other frameworks
Knowledge of object oriented design, design patterns and core java coding principles
Experience developing web applications (Spring MVC, RESTful, JAX-WS, Web Services)
Fluency with JavaScript, SQL, HTML, CSS , LESS, SASS
Experience with PhoneGap / Cordova is a plus
Experience using D3JS or similar data visualization too
Solid understanding of web technologies such as REST, HTTP, JSON.
Experience with Mongo NoSQL Database
Experience using Bootstrap or similar responsive framework
Experience writing unit and integration tests
Flexibility to work collaboratively with a team while also managing individual projects
Familiar with development tools such as cross-compilation, source revision control (GIT), bug tracking (JIRA), and JTAG debuggers.
Experience using build tools like Grunt or Gulp
Exposure to relational databases is a plus
Evaluate and advocate the use of various Open Source technologies and third party solutions
Proficient in multi-tasking and managing multiple projects
Able to work in a projects-based, team environment
Goal driven, highly motivated, with a desire to take the lead
Proven analytical and problem solving skills
Strong oral and written communication skills