Front-End Developer (Contract Based-Remote | Dayshift)

You will be required to assist in the delivery of a short-term frontend development project focused on building a lightweight, web-based chat interface and integrating it with Azure-hosted backend services. This role is delivery-focused and may at times extend beyond the duties listed below to ensure timely and high-quality completion of the project.

You will be responsible for developing a responsive web UI that includes secure user authentication, conversation history, and a chat interface, while working closely with existing Azure backend APIs. All AI logic and data processing will be handled by the backend; your focus will be on frontend development, integration, and user experience.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop a responsive web-based UI using React or a similar modern frontend framework.
• Build a login page using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Implement a chat interface including message input, message stream, and loading states.
• Develop a conversation history view.
• Integrate the frontend with Azure-hosted APIs (App Service, Azure Functions, or AKS).
• Implement secure authentication and authorization using OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect.
• Use MSAL.js to acquire, refresh, and manage access tokens.
• Pass and manage JWT access tokens when calling secured backend APIs.
• Handle session management, token expiration, and basic error states.
• Ensure clean, maintainable, and well-documented frontend code suitable for handover.

• Strong experience with React or a similar modern frontend framework.
• Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience integrating frontend applications with Azure services.
• Experience working with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Experience using MSAL.js for authentication flows.
• Solid understanding of OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect.
• Experience consuming secured REST APIs.
• Strong understanding of responsive UI design and modern UX patterns.
• Ability to work independently and deliver within a short-term contract (one month or less).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.