Senior Full Stack Developer (Equity Based)- Part time

Senior Full-Stack Developer (MERN + Node.js + Flutter / React Native)- Part Time

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This is not a freelance “ticket delivery” role.

We’re looking for a hands-on architect-builder who is ready to own a system end-to-end and evolve into a Founding CTO / Core Member once Phase 1 scales.

Minimum 6+ years of deep backend experience required.

Engagement Type : Initially Part-Time (Pathway to Core Team Role)

Build / MVP Stage

Duration :   12 months (Product Development Time : 2-3 Months)

Equity :  0.5%–5% (based on experience)

Revenue Share :   0.5%–3%  of Total Revenue (based on experience)

Work Mode :  Remote, Flexible Hours (Part-time)

Current Status :   Figma Design completed, presented to investors, looking for a core team to kick start the development for backend and frontend

Timeline :

Product Development : 2-3 Months

Overall Timeline until full-time) :

Product Development (2-3 Months)->

Revenue Generation / Early Traction (2 Months post development) + Phase 1 next part Product Development  (2-3 Months) ->

Incubation (6 months post development) ->

Calling Core Members to join full time (Post 10 months post development)->

Raise seed / angel funds (12 months post development

P.S. : Phase 1 is our Build / MVP stage, structured as an equity-based engagement (0.5%–2% equity +  0.5%–2%  revenue share). No fixed salary in phase 1.

Phase 2 – Growth Stage :

Additional Equity : 0.5%–5% (based on experience)

Revenue Share : 0.5%–3%% of Total Revenue (based on experience) or fixed monthly compensation

Transition to Full-Time Core Role

We’re building something extraordinary — a next-generation digital commerce platform into a seamless experience. If you’re an experienced builder who wants to own, not just code, and architect the vision — this is your moment to be part of the founding story.

Your Role

You’ll help build the backend architecture, frontend systems, mobile apps, and integrations — collaborating directly with the founder to bring this project from 0 → 1.

Key Responsibilities

Architect, develop, test, and deploy the full-stack Reward Commerce ecosystem (Backend + Admin + App)

Build Admin, Vendor, and User Panels with role-based access control

Create modular APIs for vendors, ads, rewards, postbacks, and analytics

Design the hybrid backend (Laravel + Node.js) for both transactional stability and async performance

Implement microservices for event-driven tasks (tracking, analytics, notifications)

Develop Flutter / React Native apps for cross-platform launch

Integrate affiliate SDKs, game APIs, ad modules, and wallet systems

Manage DevOps, CI / CD, and cloud architecture (AWS / GCP)

Ensure scalability, security, and modularity from Day 1

Collaborate with the founder on architecture, sprints, and roadmap execution

Required Skills & Experience

✅ MERN + Node.js expertise – 5+ years of hands-on experience with Laravel, Postgres, MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js

✅ E-commerce or Reward Platform background — Built or scaled transactional marketplaces

✅ Reward / Affiliate Systems – Deep understanding of postback, cashback, or gamification integrations

✅ Cloud & DevOps – AWS / GCP setup, CI / CD pipeline management, containerization (Docker / Kubernetes)

✅ Security & Data Handling – Role-based access, JWT, encryption, fraud detection

✅ Mobile-first Development – Experience integrating Flutter or React Native apps

✅ Ownership Mindset – Strategic thinker with the ability to build fast, adapt fast, and ship clean

Important to have :

Experience in E-commerce / Reward Apps / Affiliate Platforms / Gaming / AdTech / FinTech

Worked with multi-tenant vendor systems

Knowledge of data pipelines and BI dashboards

Familiarity with AI personalization (TensorFlow Lite / OpenAI APIs)

Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for speed, clarity, and ownership

How to Apply [DONT MISS THIS]

Submit your application via this Google form : https : / / forms.gle / 3ewRXEsvRRmMqGoz5

Or

Send your application to arc@hillqueentea.com

Subject Line : “Full Stack Developer (Core Team)– [Your Name]”

Include :

Links to live projects or code samples (especially in e-commerce / reward domains)

A short note on your experience with affiliate, reward, or gamification systems

Outline your approach to system architecture + tech stack decisions

Describe your experience with SQL / PostgreSQL / MongoDB?

Describe your cloud / DevOps experience (AWS, GCP, CI / CD)

Share what excites you about building an early-stage platform

Mention the weekly time commitment (hours) available

Phase 1 is our Build / MVP stage, structured as an equity-based engagement (0.5%–2% equity + 1%-2% revenue share). Apply only if this engagement structure works for you.

Why Join Us

Work directly with Arun Chachan — ISB Alum | 13+ Years in Marketing, Growth & D2C | 3rd Venture.

Opportunity to build a product from zero, not just code one.

Potential to join as a core member with equity in a next-gen digital ecosystem.

Flexible working, outcome-driven structure — your skill, not your hours, defines your growth.

Be part of a vision-led mission redefining how commerce, rewards, and technology intersect.