principal web engineer

Principal Web Engineer, Eidra / Umain USA
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid, 3 days onsite)
Eidra, a leading innovation company, is expanding in the US market. We're seeking an experienced Web Developer - TypeScript (using ) to join our product and technology group (Umain, Q42, Punchkick) based in Chicago.

Eidra is expanding its presence in the U.S., and we're looking for a
Principal Web Engineer
to help drive technical excellence across our product and technology group. As a Principal Engineer, you will own the technical architecture and delivery of scalable, secure web applications used by millions. You'll be a hands-on leader, setting standards and guiding engineering teams while staying deeply involved with development and delivery.

This role is based in Chicago, with a commitment of 3 days per week at Eidra's office in the West Loop. As part of our expanding presence in the US, you will also contribute to growing Eidra's footprint in the American market, helping to establish our reputation for excellence in development, strategy, and delivery. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities At Eidra/Umain Include
Technical Leadership

• Leading web and full stack projects and mentoring development teams.
• Defining standards and overseeing team delivery and performance.
• Conducting code reviews and reviewing pull requests.

Client focused, strategic consulting skills.

• Ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity with confidence.
• Clear and adaptable communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Technical Architecture, Development, & Innovation

• Demonstrated expertise in TypeScript.
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Solid experience with
• Hands-on experience with modern (App Router).
• Advocate for Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• In-depth knowledge of state management and API integration patterns.
• Deep knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
• Comfortable with cloud technologies (GCP, AWS, or Azure).

Bonus Experience (Nice To Have)

• E-commerce development experience.
• Familiarity with multi-tenant or multi-market architecture.
• Experience in performance optimization.
• Knowledge of third-party integrations (e.g., Google Maps, Apple Pay, Sift fraud detection, OneTrust, and other vendor SDKs).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling.
• Familiarity with Docker and Redis.
• Knowledge of observability frameworks and related metrics.

Who You Are

• You're a Web developer with approximately 10+ years of experience, a passion for innovation, and a knack for problem-solving.
• You're eager to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.
• You value collaboration, diversity, and the opportunity to make a significant impact.
• You believe in the power of technology to shape the future.

What We Offer
At Eidra in the United States, we offer a competitive salary package complemented by comprehensive benefits that prioritize employee well-being, reflecting our Nordic heritage. We provide a range of healthcare benefits, including fully subsidized insurance premiums for employees and their families. Our vacation policy promotes work-life balance with flexible time off, requiring a minimum of 3 weeks off per year. We encourage employees to take vacations in 2-week increments to truly detach and recharge. Our culture emphasizes inclusive decision-making, collaboration, and continuous learning, fostering an environment of transparency and trust. This collaborative spirit extends across our global offices, with opportunities to engage with our teams in the Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden, enriching your professional experience and network.

Eidra's Chicago office is located in the West Loop near Fulton Market just steps from the Morgan El stop.

Compensation 135k-185k annually

Eidra and Umain are equal opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Read more about Eidra and Umain

Eidra is a carefully selected group of specialist companies. Different in craft but united in the ambition to solve our clients' problems and create lasting value. We are 1200 people across different markets. All are passionate about change.