GraphQL Engineer

The main goal is to create a dedicated GraphQL team focused on building a standardized, optimized GraphQL layer supporting multiple DCX (Digital Client Experience) Teams.

- Team will consist of a senior engineer plus two contractors, all working collaboratively across teams

About the Role:
-Primary focus for the first 6 months will be on GraphQL dev and optimization, with a strong emphasis on schema design, performance and documentation.

-Must understand frontend integration deeply, ensuring seamless interaction between GraphQL and React or React Native frontend code, and even potentially adjusting front end code as needed.

-ReactNative knowledge is a must, but don't need deep knowledge. Must understand how the mobile frontend consumes GraphQL data and should be able to read/assess React Native code to ensure proper GraphQL integration


Must be OK writing clear, helpful documentation to share knowledge broadly

Soft skills, open to express views, strong mind, but open minded as well is important

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Position Overview: Seeking a Senior Engineer contractor with strong GraphQL expertise and deep frontend experience in ReactJS, Next.js, and React Native. This role will focus on GraphQL integration, best practices, and query optimization, while also contributing to frontend application development. The candidate will help define and document GraphQL standards to improve consistency, performance, and developer experience across teams.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement GraphQL queries and integrations for frontend applications
Optimize data fetching, performance, and API consumption patterns
Define, document, and promote GraphQL best practices and standards across teams
Contribute to improving GraphQL usage patterns, governance, and consistency
Build and maintain modern web applications using ReactJS and Next.js
Develop mobile features using React Native
Integrate frontend applications with GraphQL and REST APIs
Collaborate with backend teams for seamless data flow and system integration
Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and agile ceremonies
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; support operational stability

Required Skills:
8 years of software engineering experience
Strong proficiency in GraphQL (query design, performance tuning, and best practices)
Experience with GraphQL schema design, federation, or large-scale graph ecosystems
Strong proficiency in ReactJS and Next.js
Strong proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript
Proven experience defining, documenting, and enforcing GraphQL best practices and standards
Experience building and consuming GraphQL and REST APIs
Hands-on experience with React Native
Strong understanding of frontend architecture and component design
Experience with version control (Git)
Experience with observability and monitoring tools such as Datadog, ELK, or similar
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Skills:
Experience with Node.js backend integrations
Cloud experience (AWS preferred) and CI/CD pipelines
Experience with accessibility and performance optimization
Exposure to event-driven architecture (Kafka or similar)


Benefits:

York Solutions Offers a generous benefits package for eligible full-time employees:

• BCBS Medical with 3 Plans to choose from (PPO and High deductible PPO plans with Health Savings Program)
  
• Delta Dental plan with 2 free cleanings and insurance discounts
  
• Eye Med Vision with annual check-ups and discounts on lens
  
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance paid by company
  
• John Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary company match
  
• Voluntary Insurance programs such as: Hospital Indemnity, Identity Protection, Legal Insurance, Long Term Care, and Pet Insurance.
  
• Flexible work environment with some remote working opportunities
  
• Strong fun and teamwork environment
  
• Learning, development, and career growth
  

Salary : $75 - $85