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Join to apply for the Junior React Engineer / Onsite Chicago role at Motion Recruitment Continue with Google Continue with Google Join to apply for the Junior React Engineer / Onsite Chicago role at Motion Recruitment We are seeking a Junior React Engineer to join a rapidly growing team that’s building cutting-edge solutions for industrial automation and autonomous operations. This Chicago-based company is delivering world-class platforms that are transforming logistics and smart yard systems—and they’re looking for a motivated frontend developer to contribute to these mission-critical tools. If you’re early in your career and looking for an opportunity to grow with a small, high-impact team, this role offers the chance to work on modern web interfaces in a collaborative, agile environment. You’ll help build intuitive, responsive user experiences using React and best-in-class UI practices. Required Skills & Experience 2–4 years of professional experience in frontend development Strong proficiency with React (including hooks and component-based design) Solid understanding of JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS (Flexbox, Grid, pre/post-processors) Familiarity with Git and agile development workflows Ability to write clean, well-documented, and testable code Experience building responsive, cross-browser compatible interfaces Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Desired Skills & Experience Experience building or maintaining SPAs (Single Page Applications) Exposure to 3D visualization tools such as Three.js or WebGL Familiarity with design systems and component libraries (e.g., Storybook, Material UI, Tailwind) Experience optimizing frontend performance Understanding of CI/CD workflows or frontend testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library) What You Will Be Doing Designing and building scalable backend systems using Java and Spring Developing and maintaining modern user interfaces using React Collaborating with product, design, and backend teams to implement seamless UX Participating in UI/UX discussions and advocating for best frontend practices Writing modular, scalable, and responsive frontend code Testing and debugging interfaces to ensure stability and performance Improving existing components for better maintainability and scalability The Offer You Will Receive The Following Benefits Opportunity to grow with a high-impact, future-focused engineering team Ownership over core UI features in an evolving platform Hybrid work model: 3 days onsite in downtown Chicago with lake and river views 2 days remote Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future. Posted By: Olivia Policastro Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Motion Recruitment by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Junior Software Engineer” roles. Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Software Developer - Fall Internship 2025 Don’t See a Fit? Let Us Know What You’re Looking For Software Engineer- $100,000-$150,000 + bonus! Greater Chicago Area $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 1 day ago Software Developer - Entry Level - Apprentice Chicago, IL $115,000.00 - $137,500.00 6 days ago Northbrook, IL $92,000.00 - $115,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 1 week ago Software Developer - Entry Level - Apprentice Chicago, IL $1,000.00 - $2,000.00 1 month ago Full-Stack Software Engineer (Entry-Level) Junior Software Developer / Business Analyst Chicago, IL $106,558 - $120,900 1 week ago Chicago, IL $100,000 - $155,000 4 months ago Chicago, IL $48,000 - $120,000 3 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Motion Recruitment

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