Front-end Developer (Creative Technology)

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$55K/yr – $103K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive a creative-technology hybrid role by prototyping tools, automating workflows, and cross-functionally leading a large design-Engineering bridge.

  • Must-have: 3–5 years of HTML5/CSS3/JS and Git with strong debugging.
  • Standout: Bridge between 100+ designers and engineers guiding strategy and reducing risk.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Mastery of Emerging Tech: Advance your skills in GSAP, AI frameworks, and prompt engineering to stay at the forefront of the creative technologist field.
  • Proprietary Innovation: Prototype Epsilon’s next generation of advanced creative tools, keeping our agency ahead of the digital media revolution.
  • Operational Excellence: Automate workflows to increase team capacity and scale high-volume, data-driven experiences for global clients without sacrificing quality.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a vital bridge between 100+ designers and engineering partners, translating technical constraints into creative wins.
  • Strategic Influence: Provide direct input into the company’s strategic direction and navigate "uncharted waters" to avoid technical pitfalls.
  • Global Career Growth: Access specialized training and certifications with a clear advancement path within the Publicis Groupe network.

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and version control (Git).
  • Proficiency in prototyping and experimentation using Cursor, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or Canva.
  • A proven understanding of visual design, typography, and responsive, cross-platform development.
  • Strong debugging skills and the ability to autonomously troubleshoot complex environments.
  • A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Design, Digital Media, or completion of a relevant coding bootcamp.

Preferred

  • You don’t just use AI; you know how to apply prompt and context engineering to tackle unique design challenges.
  • You are naturally curious and take action—whether building custom Python/Bash scripts or exploring new SDD frameworks.
  • You navigate fluently between creative brainstorming and engineering logic, acting as the "connective tissue" for the team.
  • You value speed-to-feedback, prototyping ideas quickly to gather data, and iterating until the solution is best-in-class.
  • Familiarity with Snowflake or similar data analytics software and experience in vertical markets like finance, healthcare, CPG, or retail.

Benefits

  • Time to Recharge: Flexible time off (FTO), 15 paid holidays
  • Time to Recover: Paid sick time
  • Family Well-Being: Parental/new child leave, childcare & elder care assistance, adoption assistance
  • Extra Perks: Comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), tuition assistance, commuter benefits, professional development, employee recognition, charitable donation matching, health coaching and counseling
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Epsilon

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Epsilon Systems is a 100% employee-owned professional and technical services company founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Diego. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services to defense and commercial customers worldwide, including the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Department of the Interior, and Department of Homeland Security. Our sustained growth in size, capability, and reputation reflects our focus on customer success, our employees’ expertise, and the strength of our management team.Our business units:-Modernization & Engineering Sector: A premier NAVSEA-certified Alteration Installation Team (AIT) provider to the U.S. Navy, offering ship alteration installations, repair, technical services, and logistics support for NAVSEA, NAVAIR, Regional Maintenance Centers, and Military Sealift Command.-Ship Repair Sector: Offers comprehensive marine engineering, assessment, maintenance, and ship repair services for all classes of U.S. Navy ships. We provide the capacity and technical expertise to meet any shipboard repair or maintenance needs.-Epsilon C5I, Inc.: Specializes in Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, and Intelligence (C5I) support. Our capabilities include solutions for software and systems engineering, signal intelligence, cryptologic programs, and cybersecurity.-Advanced Products (AP): Provides design, build-to-print, assembly, testing, and integration for electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems for the U.S. Navy, foreign military sales, and commercial customers. -Technology Solutions: Develops systems for operational readiness and nuclear operations. Our Epsilon XR team specializes in virtual, augmented, and mixed reality training, simulations, and e-learning.-Mission Services: Provides secure communications, satellite systems, network operations, environmental management, fleet technical assistance, and logistics support for U.S. Navy operations.

Founded in 1998
San Diego, California, USA
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85% CEO approval

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