Backend Infrastructure Development -- 2
Budget: $250 – $750 CAD
Full-Stack Developer - Backend Development Project (1 Month Contract)
Project Overview
We're seeking an experienced full-stack developer to build the backend infrastructure for a web application platform. This is a rate inquiry project - we're looking to understand current market rates for this type of development work.
Technical Requirements
Core Technologies Needed:
Backend Development: Node.js/Express OR Python/FastAPI
Database: PostgreSQL design and implementation
Cloud Infrastructure: AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda)
Authentication: User management and security systems
API Development: RESTful API design and implementation
Frontend Integration: React/Next.js connectivity
AWS Services Experience Required:
EC2 instance setup and configuration
RDS database deployment and management
S3 file storage implementation
IAM roles and security group configuration
Lambda functions for serverless operations
CloudWatch monitoring setup
Additional Technical Skills:
Payment processing integration (Stripe or similar)
Real-time features (WebSockets or Server-Sent Events)
Database migrations and schema management
Security best practices and data encryption
Docker containerization
CI/CD pipeline setup
Project Scope (1 Month Timeline)
Week 1-2: Infrastructure & Core Systems
AWS infrastructure setup with proper security
Database schema design and implementation
User authentication system
Basic API endpoint structure
Admin panel foundation
Week 3-4: Feature Development & Integration
Core business logic implementation
Payment processing integration
Real-time functionality setup
Frontend API integration
Testing and optimization
Platform Features to Develop:
User registration and management system
Search and filtering functionality
Booking/scheduling system
Review and rating system
Dashboard with analytics
Multi-user role management
Mobile-responsive design
Experience Requirements:
Minimum 3+ years building production web applications
Proven experience with marketplace or booking platforms
Portfolio showing similar backend architecture projects
Experience with AWS deployment and management
Understanding of security compliance and data protection
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
What We Need from You:
1. Rate Information:
Your hourly rate for this type of project
Fixed price estimate for the complete 1-month scope
Payment terms you prefer (milestone-based, weekly, etc.)
Additional costs (AWS infrastructure, third-party services, etc.)
2. Technical Proposal:
Brief overview of your approach to the AWS architecture
Database design strategy for the described features
Timeline breakdown for each development phase
Any potential challenges you foresee
3. Portfolio Examples:
2-3 similar backend projects you've completed
Links to live applications (if available)
Brief description of your role in each project
Working Arrangement:
Duration: 4 weeks full-time commitment
Hours: 35-40 hours per week
Communication: Daily progress updates via Slack/email
Meetings: Weekly video calls for progress review
Deliverables: Fully functional backend with documentation
Technical Environment:
Code Repository: GitHub with proper branching strategy
Development: Agile methodology with weekly sprints
Testing: Unit tests and integration testing required
Documentation: API documentation and deployment guides
Monitoring: Basic logging and error tracking setup
Evaluation Criteria:
Technical expertise demonstrated through portfolio
Communication skills and responsiveness
Rate competitiveness within market standards
Timeline realism and delivery reliability
AWS experience specific to our tech stack
Application Format:
Please respond with:
Rate Structure:
Hourly rate: $___/hour
Fixed project price: $_____ (total)
Preferred payment schedule
Technical Summary (2-3 paragraphs):
Your experience with similar projects
Proposed AWS architecture approach
Estimated timeline for deliverables
Portfolio Links:
2-3 relevant project examples
Your role and technologies used
Availability:
When you could start
Timezone and working hours
Communication preferences
Important Notes:
This is a rate comparison exercise - we're evaluating multiple developers
We may choose to move forward with selected candidates
All technical discussions will be covered by NDA if we proceed
We value quality over lowest price
Long-term partnership potential for exceptional candidates
Project Overview
We're seeking an experienced full-stack developer to build the backend infrastructure for a web application platform. This is a rate inquiry project - we're looking to understand current market rates for this type of development work.
Technical Requirements
Core Technologies Needed:
Backend Development: Node.js/Express OR Python/FastAPI
Database: PostgreSQL design and implementation
Cloud Infrastructure: AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda)
Authentication: User management and security systems
API Development: RESTful API design and implementation
Frontend Integration: React/Next.js connectivity
AWS Services Experience Required:
EC2 instance setup and configuration
RDS database deployment and management
S3 file storage implementation
IAM roles and security group configuration
Lambda functions for serverless operations
CloudWatch monitoring setup
Additional Technical Skills:
Payment processing integration (Stripe or similar)
Real-time features (WebSockets or Server-Sent Events)
Database migrations and schema management
Security best practices and data encryption
Docker containerization
CI/CD pipeline setup
Project Scope (1 Month Timeline)
Week 1-2: Infrastructure & Core Systems
AWS infrastructure setup with proper security
Database schema design and implementation
User authentication system
Basic API endpoint structure
Admin panel foundation
Week 3-4: Feature Development & Integration
Core business logic implementation
Payment processing integration
Real-time functionality setup
Frontend API integration
Testing and optimization
Platform Features to Develop:
User registration and management system
Search and filtering functionality
Booking/scheduling system
Review and rating system
Dashboard with analytics
Multi-user role management
Mobile-responsive design
Experience Requirements:
Minimum 3+ years building production web applications
Proven experience with marketplace or booking platforms
Portfolio showing similar backend architecture projects
Experience with AWS deployment and management
Understanding of security compliance and data protection
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
What We Need from You:
1. Rate Information:
Your hourly rate for this type of project
Fixed price estimate for the complete 1-month scope
Payment terms you prefer (milestone-based, weekly, etc.)
Additional costs (AWS infrastructure, third-party services, etc.)
2. Technical Proposal:
Brief overview of your approach to the AWS architecture
Database design strategy for the described features
Timeline breakdown for each development phase
Any potential challenges you foresee
3. Portfolio Examples:
2-3 similar backend projects you've completed
Links to live applications (if available)
Brief description of your role in each project
Working Arrangement:
Duration: 4 weeks full-time commitment
Hours: 35-40 hours per week
Communication: Daily progress updates via Slack/email
Meetings: Weekly video calls for progress review
Deliverables: Fully functional backend with documentation
Technical Environment:
Code Repository: GitHub with proper branching strategy
Development: Agile methodology with weekly sprints
Testing: Unit tests and integration testing required
Documentation: API documentation and deployment guides
Monitoring: Basic logging and error tracking setup
Evaluation Criteria:
Technical expertise demonstrated through portfolio
Communication skills and responsiveness
Rate competitiveness within market standards
Timeline realism and delivery reliability
AWS experience specific to our tech stack
Application Format:
Please respond with:
Rate Structure:
Hourly rate: $___/hour
Fixed project price: $_____ (total)
Preferred payment schedule
Technical Summary (2-3 paragraphs):
Your experience with similar projects
Proposed AWS architecture approach
Estimated timeline for deliverables
Portfolio Links:
2-3 relevant project examples
Your role and technologies used
Availability:
When you could start
Timezone and working hours
Communication preferences
Important Notes:
This is a rate comparison exercise - we're evaluating multiple developers
We may choose to move forward with selected candidates
All technical discussions will be covered by NDA if we proceed
We value quality over lowest price
Long-term partnership potential for exceptional candidates