Full-Stack Developer – B2C SaaS Marketplace (Pet & Animal Services) – Contract to Hire

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February 26, 2026
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Job Description

Project Type: Contract → Potential Full-Time
Product: Amiko (B2C SaaS Marketplace)
Location: Remote

About the Project

We are building Amiko, a B2C SaaS platform that connects animal owners with trusted service providers.

The mission is to make booking animal services simple, safe, and reliable — whether for dogs, cats, or exotic animals.

This is an MVP-focused build with long-term growth potential.

Platform Overview

Animal owners can:

  • Find service providers
  • Book services
  • Pay securely through the platform
  • Track booking status
  • Message providers

Service providers can:

  • Create detailed profiles
  • List services and pricing
  • Set availability
  • Receive payouts

Core MVP Features

1️⃣ User Accounts

  • Animal Owners
  • Service Providers
  • Admin (Platform Owner)

2️⃣ Service Provider Profiles

  • Services offered + pricing
  • Location & availability
  • Animal types accepted
  • Photos, bio, experience
  • Verified badge after approval

3️⃣ Search & Booking System

  • Search by location and service type
  • Booking request & confirmation flow
  • Booking status tracking (requested → accepted → completed)
  • In-app messaging

4️⃣ Payments

  • Online payments via Stripe (preferred)
  • Platform commission model
  • Provider payouts
  • Basic transaction tracking

5️⃣ Trust & Safety

  • Background check workflow for providers
  • Admin approval process
  • Verified badge system
  • Ability to suspend providers
  • Insurance workflow support (basic implementation for MVP)

6️⃣ Admin Dashboard

  • Manage users and providers
  • Approve/reject background checks
  • View bookings
  • Basic revenue reports

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a strong full-stack developer or small team experienced in building marketplace SaaS platforms.

You should be comfortable with:

  • Marketplace architecture
  • Stripe Connect (commission + payouts)
  • Role-based systems
  • Clean, scalable MVP builds
  • Clear documentation and Git workflows

What We Need From You

Please include:

  1. Recommended tech stack for a fast, reliable MVP
  2. Estimated timeline
  3. Estimated cost range
  4. Suggestions on what to simplify for faster launch
  5. Examples of similar marketplaces you’ve built

Technical & Collaboration Requirements

  • Code in private GitHub repository
  • Full IP ownership transferred
  • Clean, documented code
  • Weekly demos or progress updates
  • Open to starting with a small paid trial milestone

Preferred Tech Direction (Open to Suggestions)

Examples:

  • Frontend: React / Next.js
  • Backend: Node.js / NestJS or Django
  • Database: PostgreSQL
  • Hosting: AWS / Vercel
  • Payments: Stripe Connect

We are open to your architectural recommendations.

Long-Term Vision

This is not just an MVP build — we are building the foundation for a scalable, trusted marketplace brand.

We are open to a contract-to-hire structure for the right developer.