With the rapid rise of AI, the job market is evolving quickly, and many people are struggling to find relevant opportunities. I want to build a modern, user-friendly job portal that helps bridge this gap and provides a powerful platform for job seekers and employers. I have already selected a premium template for this project: https://themeforest.net/item/nexthire-job-portal-job-finder-react-nextjs-template/62595899 The goal is to convert this template into a fully functional, production-ready job portal and successfully launch it. Scope of Work: * You will be responsible for transforming the selected template into a complete working product. This includes: * Converting the static template into a fully functional web application * Backend development and database integration * User authentication (Job seekers & Employers) * Job posting, application, and management system * Admin dashboard for platform control * Payment integration (if required for premium job postings) * API integrations (if needed) * Deployment to a live server (end-to-end launch support) * Ensuring responsive design and cross-browser compatibility * Performance optimization and basic SEO setup Key Requirements: - Strong experience with React / Next.js - Proven experience in building job portals or similar platforms - Full-stack development capability (frontend + backend) - Experience with database design (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or similar) - Familiarity with deployment (Vercel, AWS, or similar platforms) - Clean, maintainable, and scalable coding practices Important Notes: > Please review the template thoroughly before applying > This is a fixed-price project, so include your complete cost estimate > Share relevant portfolio/work samples (preferably similar projects) > Only experienced developers should apply Deliverables: ~ Fully functional job portal (ready for real-world use) ~ Source code with proper documentation ~ Deployment and launch support Preferred Candidate: # Experience working with modern UI/UX designs # Strong communication skills # Ability to suggest improvements and best practices Thank you