Full-Stack Consultant for Defining Architecture Standards on MERN Tech

Project Title:-
Senior Software Architect / Full-Stack Consultant to Define Enterprise Architecture & Engineering Standards

Project Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Software Architect / Senior Full-Stack Developer who can help us define a standard, scalable, and decoupled architecture along with engineering standards and development policies that our team will follow across all projects.

The objective is to create a reusable architecture blueprint and development framework for building enterprise-grade, scalable, and AI-ready software products.

Technology Stack:-
The architecture and standards must be defined around the following stack:

Frontend: React.js, Next.js
Backend: Node.js, Express.js
Database: SQL / PostgreSQL
Version Control: GitHub (branching strategy, PR workflow)
Containerization: Docker (local, staging, production)
Hosting & Deployment: Hostinger, AWS
Architecture Type: Scalable, decoupled, enterprise systems
Future Scope: AI / ML integration

Scope of Work:-
1. Architecture Definition
High-level and low-level system architecture
Frontend–backend decoupling strategy
API-first architecture and service communication
Monolith vs microservices decision framework
Scalability, performance, security, and fault tolerance
Environment separation (local, staging, production)
AWS + Hostinger deployment architecture

2. Engineering & Coding Standards:-

Standard folder and project structures
Clean code principles and best practices
React / Next.js architectural patterns
Backend service structure and layering
Error handling, logging, and validation standards
Reusable component and service patterns

3. DevOps, Git & Docker Standards:-

GitHub branching strategy (feature, develop, main)
Pull Request (PR) guidelines and review checklist
Dockerfile and docker-compose standards
Environment variable management
CI/CD pipeline recommendations
Secure secrets and credential handling

4. Tools, Policies & Development Process:-

Recommended tools and libraries
Coding and review policies for developers
Documentation standards
Onboarding guidelines for new developers
Quality checks before deployment

5. AI Readiness & Integration:-

Where and how AI components should be integrated
Decoupling AI services from core systems
API-based AI architecture
Security and data governance considerations for AI modules
Deliverables
A detailed architecture & engineering standards document
Architecture diagrams (system, deployment, data flow)
Coding standards and policy documentation
PR checklist and developer guidelines
Live walkthrough and explanation session with our team
Q&A and clarification support during the engagement

Timeline & Budget:-

Duration: Maximum 4–5 days

One-time Budget: ₹10,000 – ₹20,000 INR


Extended Engagement (Optional):-
If the engagement goes well, we are open to extending this role on an hourly basis for:

Daily architecture guidance
Code reviews
Technical decision making
Developer mentoring
Ongoing system improvements

Availability Required:
Minimum 1–2 hours per day from Monday to Friday, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM (IST)

Ideal Candidate Profile:-

Strong experience as a Software Architect / Senior Full-Stack Developer
Hands-on expertise with React, Next.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL
Solid understanding of decoupled and scalable architectures
Experience with Docker, GitHub workflows, CI/CD
Experience deploying systems on AWS
Ability to create clear documentation and explain concepts
Experience guiding teams and defining development standards
Exposure to AI system integration is a plus

How to Apply:

Please include:

Your relevant experience
Sample architecture or documentation you have created
Your approach for this assignment
Confirmation of availability within the given timeline