Full Stack Developer

Apex Systems; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

HSA health savings account

EAP with counseling

Certification discounts

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join the Digital Applications team in Downers Grove, IL. You will own customer-facing digital applications, work with vendor partners, and serve as a foundational technical resource for digital experiences and e-commerce growth.

The role emphasizes ownership of React/Node-based platforms, collaboration across teams, and driving internal engineering capabilities in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Full Stack Development experience.
• Strong React.js (front-end) and Node.js (back-end) experience.
• Experience building customer-facing web platforms and REST APIs.
• Experience in Agile development environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain customer-facing web applications and digital platforms.
• Develop scalable front-end solutions using React.js.
• Build and support back-end APIs and services using Node.js.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, QA teams, and product stakeholders.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning and reviews.
• Partner with third-party development partners on enhancements and strategic projects.
• Become an internal technical expert for React/Node applications and own platform improvements.
• Contribute to technical documentation, solution design, and development best practices.
• Help establish a stronger internal engineering capability.

Skills

React.js

Node.js

REST APIs

Agile SDLC

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Shopify

Job description

Full Stack Developer

Location: Downers Grove, Illinois (Partial Remote)

Role Overview

Our organization is seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer to join a growing Digital Applications team. This is a strategic role designed to help build an internal development function and reduce long-term dependence on external vendors. The ideal candidate is a senior-level React/Node developer who can take ownership of customer-facing digital applications, work with vendor partners, and serve as a foundational technical resource for the organization's digital experiences, loyalty initiatives, and e-commerce growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain customer-facing web applications and digital platforms.
• Develop scalable front-end solutions using React.js.
• Build and support back-end APIs and services using Node.js.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, QA teams, and product stakeholders.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning and reviews.
• Partner with third-party development partners on enhancements and strategic projects.
• Become an internal technical expert for React/Node applications and take ownership of platform improvements.
• Contribute to technical documentation, solution design, and development best practices.
• Help establish a stronger internal engineering capability.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Full Stack Development experience.
• Strong development experience with React.js (front-end) and Node.js (back-end).
• Experience building and supporting customer-facing digital platforms and web applications.
• Experience working with REST APIs and system integrations.
• Solid understanding of modern software development practices and SDLC methodologies.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and independent operational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Microsoft Azure environments.
• Experience developing e-commerce, retail, hospitality, loyalty, or customer engagement platforms.
• Experience supporting mobile applications.
• Familiarity with Shopify implementations and e-commerce integrations.
• Experience collaborating with offshore, distributed, and third-party software development teams.
• Exposure to digital transformation initiatives.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.