Contact person: B2B Marketplace Development

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Location: South Africa

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Time to start: As soon as possible

Project description:"# **Job Posting: Freelance Developer for Scalable Alibaba-like Marketplace (Start Small, Grow Big!)**

## **Project Overview**
We are seeking a skilled **Full-Stack Developer** (or team) to build a **scalable B2B/B2C marketplace** inspired by Alibaba. The platform will **launch with core features** (MVP) and expand based on user traction. This is a **long-term opportunity** for freelancers interested in iterative development and future scaling.

### **Phase 1: MVP Requirements (Initial Launch)**
**Multi-role system** (Buyers, Sellers, Admin) with secure auth (email/OTP).
**Basic product listings** (images, descriptions, pricing, categories).
**Search & filters** (by price, location, ratings).
**Escrow-powered payments** (Stripe/PayPal integration).
**Buyer-seller messaging** (real-time chat or email-based).
**Admin dashboard** (user management, basic analytics).

### **Future Growth Plans (Phase 2+)**
Is **Advanced features**: RFQ (bulk quotes), multi-currency support, AI-driven recommendations.
**Mobile apps**: iOS/Android versions post-MVP.
**Global expansion**: Logistics API integrations (DHL, FedEx), localized payment gateways.
**Monetization**: Subscription tiers, ads, and premium seller tools.

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### **Ideal Candidate Profile**
**Full-stack expertise** (React/Node.js + Django/Laravel) or similar.
**Experience with scalable architectures** (microservices, cloud deployment).
**MVP mindset**: Ability to prioritize core features for launch, then iterate.
**Interest in long-term collaboration** (future phases = more work!).

### **Why This Project?**
**Start small, reduce risk**: We focus on a lean MVP first.
**Growth potential**: Successful launch = more features/budget.
**Your input matters**: We welcome technical and UX suggestions.

**Apply with**:
1. Examples of past **marketplace/e-commerce projects**.
2. Your proposed **MVP tech stack**.
3. Ideas for **cost-effective scaling**." (client-provided description)