Project Type: Long-term Contract / Freelance Experience Level: Senior (5+ years of professional experience) Location: Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Project Summary:
We are building an innovative, custom-built marketplace platform to connect top-tier cybersecurity consultants with clients seeking specialized expertise. Our platform will differentiate itself by leveraging a "Sign In with LinkedIn" integration to verify and onboard high-quality talent, ensuring a professional and trusted environment.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Full-Stack Developer with a proven track record of building complex, two-sided marketplaces or similar web applications. You will be responsible for the end-to-end development of the platform, from database design to the user interface.
This is a freelance opportunity for individuals based in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect, design, and develop a robust and scalable web application from scratch.
- Implement a "Sign In with LinkedIn" integration, adhering strictly to LinkedIn's API terms of service to ensure a smooth and secure onboarding process for consultants.
- Build a dynamic and responsive user interface for both clients and consultants.
- Develop a secure and reliable backend to handle user authentication, project management, and payment processing (escrow system).
- Design and manage the database schema to support the platform's features.
- Collaborate with us to define project requirements, plan sprints, and deliver features on time.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 5+ years of professional experience as a Full-Stack Developer, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
- Frontend Expertise: Proficient in at least one of the following frameworks: React, Vue.js, or Angular.
- Backend Expertise: Proficient in at least one of the following backend technologies: Node.js, Python (Django/Flask), or Ruby on Rails.
- Database Expertise: Strong experience with either PostgreSQL or MongoDB.
- API Integration: Proven experience working with third-party APIs, particularly social network APIs like LinkedIn. You must demonstrate a solid understanding of OAuth 2.0 and API best practices.
- Marketplace Development: Experience building two-sided marketplaces, e-commerce platforms, or similar applications with user profiles, reviews, and a payment system is a significant advantage.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Freelance Experience: Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering projects as a freelancer.
Why this project is a great fit for you:
- You will be an integral part of building a high-impact platform from the ground up.
- The project involves exciting technical challenges and the opportunity to work on a unique product.
- We offer a long-term engagement for the right candidate.
To Apply:
Please provide the following:
- A brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you are a good fit for this project.
- Your portfolio or links to relevant projects you have worked on. Please highlight any experience with marketplace or social API integrations.
- Your proposed hourly rate or a fixed-price bid for a discovery and planning phase (e.g., creating technical specifications and wireframes).
We look forward to reviewing your application.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Experience:
- System development: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person