What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Frontend Engineer (React/React Native) position at Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC?
This is a full-time opportunity based in Chicago, IL with a leading provider of live event and tour management software used by top names in live entertainment. They build robust, scalable platforms that power guest list management, personnel tracking, and financial operations for touring professionals worldwide. The tech stack is modern and front-end focused, including React, React Native, Electron, TypeScript, and API-driven architectures.
This role is all about owning the front end. We are looking for someone who wants real influence over architecture, developer experience, and product direction. You'll be the technical voice driving how desktop and mobile applications evolve, while still staying hands-on with complex UI systems. If you enjoy mentoring engineers, modernizing legacy code, and setting standards in a growing startup-with excellent work-life balance and real product impact-this is a rare chance to lead, learn, and grow in a meaningful way.
Required Skills & Experience 6 years of professional software engineering experience
Strong expertise in JavaScript and TypeScript
Deep experience with React and modern front-end architecture
Hands-on experience building or maintaining Electron applications
Experience developing mobile applications with React Native
Strong understanding of state management, performance optimization, and scalable UI systems
Experience integrating with RESTful APIs
Familiarity with relational databases and SQL
Experience working in Git-based workflows and structured code reviews
Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor other engineers Desired Skills & Experience Experience with PHP, ideally Laravel or similar frameworks
Familiarity with backend architecture and API design
Experience modernizing or migrating legacy systems
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure
Experience with automated testing (unit, integration, E2E)
Knowledge of performance monitoring and observability tools
Startup or fast-paced product environment experience What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 40% React (Web & Electron Desktop)
30% React Native (Mobile Applications)
20% Front-End Architecture & Performance Optimization
10% API Integration & Cross-Team Collaboration Daily Responsibilities 65% Hands-On Development
20% Technical Leadership & Mentorship
15% Team Collaboration (Product, QA, Backend, Design) The Offer Bonus eligible (3-5% annually)
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical and Dental Insurance (fully covered)
Vision Insurance
Unlimited PTO
401(k) with employer match
$1,300 work-from-home stipend
Hybrid schedule
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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This role is all about owning the front end. We are looking for someone who wants real influence over architecture, developer experience, and product direction. You'll be the technical voice driving how desktop and mobile applications evolve, while still staying hands-on with complex UI systems. If you enjoy mentoring engineers, modernizing legacy code, and setting standards in a growing startup-with excellent work-life balance and real product impact-this is a rare chance to lead, learn, and grow in a meaningful way.
Required Skills & Experience 6 years of professional software engineering experience
Strong expertise in JavaScript and TypeScript
Deep experience with React and modern front-end architecture
Hands-on experience building or maintaining Electron applications
Experience developing mobile applications with React Native
Strong understanding of state management, performance optimization, and scalable UI systems
Experience integrating with RESTful APIs
Familiarity with relational databases and SQL
Experience working in Git-based workflows and structured code reviews
Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor other engineers Desired Skills & Experience Experience with PHP, ideally Laravel or similar frameworks
Familiarity with backend architecture and API design
Experience modernizing or migrating legacy systems
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure
Experience with automated testing (unit, integration, E2E)
Knowledge of performance monitoring and observability tools
Startup or fast-paced product environment experience What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 40% React (Web & Electron Desktop)
30% React Native (Mobile Applications)
20% Front-End Architecture & Performance Optimization
10% API Integration & Cross-Team Collaboration Daily Responsibilities 65% Hands-On Development
20% Technical Leadership & Mentorship
15% Team Collaboration (Product, QA, Backend, Design) The Offer Bonus eligible (3-5% annually)
You will receive the following benefits:
Medical and Dental Insurance (fully covered)
Vision Insurance
Unlimited PTO
401(k) with employer match
$1,300 work-from-home stipend
Hybrid schedule
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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Salary : $150,000 - $170,000