Senior Software Engineer (Frontend)

QuesTek Innovations LLC, based in Evanston IL, is a recognized global leader in Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME). We empower industry, academia, and government customers by offering ICME’s transformative potential through our cutting-edge SaaS platform, ICMD®, developed by the digital products team. This team fosters a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where software engineers and materials design experts work closely to craft SaaS solutions that delight customers worldwide.

As a Senior Software Engineer, your key responsibilities include:

• Architect and Implement Frontend Solutions: Design and implement complex, high-performing user interface using modern TypeScript frameworks within the React ecosystem. Ensure the codebase is structured, modular, and optimized for maintainability.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with backend/cloud engineers and materials design experts to deliver intuitive, scientifically-sound products.
• Lead Technical Initiatives: Proactively identify opportunities for improvement in areas such as performance optimization, code refactoring, and UI/UX enhancements. Spearhead these initiatives, driving them from concept to deployment.

For this position, we offer:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Professional Development with budgets for trainings and certifications
• Flexible Work Arrangement that allows fully remote work or hybrid schedules
• Positive Team Culture that values innovation, open communication, and collective growth

• Minimum of 3 years of professional frontend development experience with a strong command of modern web frameworks (e.g., React) and TypeScript.
• Familiar with modern build tools (e.g., Vite) and testing frameworks. Hands-on experience with Git-based workflows and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledgeable of performance optimization strategies, web security best practices, and browser rendering patterns.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the capacity to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) hosting production environments
• Experience with enterprise software development