Full Stack Developer

Primary Job Title: Full Stack Developer Alternate/Related Job Titles:

Senior Full Stack Engineer

Software Developer - React/Node.js

JavaScript Application Developer

Web Application Engineer

Location: Springfield, MA

On-site Flexibility: Onsite Contract Details:

Position Type: Contract

Contract Duration: ~9.5 months

Start: As Soon As Possible

Pay Rate: $100 - $120/hr

Job Summary The Full Stack Developer plays a key role within the Wealth & Distribution Architecture team , driving the design and delivery of enterprise-grade applications that enable modern, scalable business solutions. The developer will collaborate closely with peers across technology, architecture, and business teams to build high-performing applications for wealth and distribution systems in a leading financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead design and development of full-stack applications using React , Node.js , and modern JavaScript frameworks.

Architect scalable and secure backend services and APIs following microservices best practices.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams—product managers, designers, and developers— to deliver quality software solutions.

Optimize application performance for availability, reliability, and scalability .

Mentor junior developers and contribute to code reviews, best practices, and technical standards.

Participate in architecture governance activities including Solution Architecture Guild and Design Roundtables .

Create and contribute to architectural artifacts such as roadmaps, design decisions, and strategy documents.

Research emerging technologies, evaluate tools, and lead proofs of concept (POC).

Support production transition and ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and audit standards.

Required Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

8+ years of software development experience , preferably within financial services.

Advanced proficiency in React.js , Node.js , and JavaScript (ES6+) .

Expertise with Redux , Express.js , TypeScript , and CI/CD pipelines.

Strong experience with RESTful APIs , microservices architecture , and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Skilled in security best practices for handling financial data.

2+ years of experience with sales & distribution systems or incentive management solutions.

Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills.

Nice-to-Have Experience

Experience with Kafka , RabbitMQ , or event-driven systems.

Exposure to DevOps practices and infrastructure as code ( Terraform , Ansible ).

Familiarity with PCI-DSS , GDPR , or SOX frameworks.

Experience with database design, ETL, and data modeling .

Prior work with financial data integrations or vendor/SaaS platforms.

Required Skills

Full-stack JavaScript development (React/Node.js)

Cloud architecture and deployment (AWS preferred)

Secure API design and integration

Preferred Skills

Event-driven architecture (Kafka or similar)

CI/CD pipeline development

Financial or insurance domain knowledge

Additional Skills

Technical leadership and mentoring

Architecture governance and design reviews

Cross-functional collaboration and Agile teamwork

Shift / Hours Standard business hours (Monday-Friday, onsite in Springfield, MA)

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

401(k) Retirement Fund

About the Client A leading financial services company providing insurance, investment, and retirement solutions. The organization is committed to corporate responsibility, inclusion, and innovation to empower clients in achieving long-term financial success.

About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the United States and Canada.

Job Number: 25-27983

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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