Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer - MERN, SQL & AWS (Risk Analytics)

Temporary full-time role based in Chicago, IL (hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 remote). Estimated duration: 7 months. Hourly rate: $71.43–$78.57.

About the role

Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer specializing in risk analytics within the insurance industry. You will design, develop, test, and debug software using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js) and SQL, while leveraging AWS cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, develop, code, test, and debug software programs and small technical modules using the MERN stack and SQL.
• Meet project plan goals under limited guidance from Lead developers; collaborate with the team to develop and communicate project plans.
• Identify and repair coding problems to ensure software quality and performance.
• Provide technical support to clients and internal teams, including help desk support for escalated issues.
• Monitor trends and results from technical support calls to advise senior team members on system performance and improvements.
• Act as a technical resource and mentor for other analysts and developers on the team.
• Manage source code using Git, including branching, merging, and pull requests, ensuring adherence to version control best practices.
• Deploy and maintain applications on AWS infrastructure, utilizing services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, and RDS.
• Follow and promote software development best practices, including code quality, testing, documentation, and security standards.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve development processes and system performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 6–10 years of professional experience in full-stack web development with a focus on the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, Node.js).
• Strong proficiency in SQL databases, including complex query writing and database design.
• Experience with Git version control and collaborative workflows.
• Practical knowledge of AWS cloud services and deployment best practices.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to provide technical support and mentorship.
• Deep understanding of software development best practices, including testing, debugging, and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
• Knowledge of TypeScript and additional modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Leverage AI-driven tools to optimize programming efficiency and accelerate software development.
• Insurance or claims domain knowledge.
• Experience with migrations and custom data analytics.