Job Description

Time to get to work! LRS Consulting Services is seeking an Application Engineer (Full-Stack TypeScript Developer) for a client in Central Illinois. This is a contract opportunity for the right person. If you're that person and have the full-stack development expertise we're looking for, submit your resume now!

LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts, combined with your technical expertise, equals career possibilities for you. So let's get to work!

Job Responsibilities:

As an Application Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting modern web applications across the full technology stack. You will work closely with product, engineering, and business teams to build scalable software solutions, integrate AI-powered capabilities, and support cloud-based application environments.

This role requires hands-on experience developing end-to-end applications using TypeScript and modern web technologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software and support ongoing enhancements.

Technical Environment:

• Language: TypeScript/JavaScript (end-to-end application development)
• Back End: Node.js and Express
• Front End: React (Vite)
• Database: PostgreSQL on Microsoft Azure using the Drizzle ORM
• Hosting: Railway (Docker) with GitHub Actions for CI/CD
• Secondary Technologies: Python

Job Qualifications:

• 4+ years of professional software development experience
• Strong experience with TypeScript and JavaScript development across both front-end and back-end applications
• Experience developing and maintaining Node.js and Express middleware services
• Strong React development experience, preferably in modern React environments utilizing Vite
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and web services
• Experience working with PostgreSQL databases and ORM frameworks such as Drizzle ORM, TypeORM, Prisma, or similar tools
• Experience with containerized deployments using Docker
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, preferably GitHub Actions
• Experience integrating AI/LLM technologies into enterprise or customer-facing applications
• Working knowledge of Python for automation, scripting, or supplemental application development
• Experience troubleshooting and optimizing application performance across front-end, middleware, and database layers
• Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, source control, code reviews, and Agile development methodologies
• Cloud experience strongly preferred, with Microsoft Azure experience highly desired
• Experience supporting cloud-hosted applications and cloud migration initiatives is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Experience:

• Designing middleware services that connect front-end applications, databases, AI platforms, and third-party integrations
• Working with Large Language Models (LLMs), generative AI platforms, and AI service integrations
• Experience with Azure data services, application hosting, and cloud architecture
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices and automated deployment pipelines

Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal)

Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer

Corp to corp candidates will not be considered

The base range for this contract position is $35-$55 per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status.

In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. Please contact AI.Questions@lrs.com with any questions.