Application Developer – Service Marketplace App

This role involves developing a comprehensive service marketplace application tailored for the Bahrain market. The platform will connect users with a variety of local service providers, including plumbers, AC repair technicians, tailors, cleaners, and more. The project requires building three core components: a customer-facing mobile app for browsing and booking services, a provider app for managing jobs and earnings, and an admin dashboard for overseeing platform operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in building scalable, user-friendly mobile and web applications, with a strong understanding of secure payment integrations and real-time communication features.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop a customer app enabling users to browse, book, and pay for services, with in-app chat and notifications.
• Build a provider app for job acceptance, communication with customers, marking jobs as complete, and tracking earnings.
• Develop an admin dashboard for provider verification, booking management, and issue resolution.
• Implement a robust booking system, real-time chat functionality, ratings and reviews, and notification services.
• Integrate initial cash payment workflows, with future support for Tap or BenefitPay.
• Collaborate on defining the MVP scope and roadmap for full-feature development.
• Provide detailed cost estimates and development timelines for both MVP and full app versions.
• Recommend and justify a suitable tech stack for scalable, secure, and maintainable development.
  
  

Skills And Requirements

• Proven experience developing mobile and web applications, ideally for service marketplaces or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in modern frameworks such as React Native, Flutter, or similar for cross-platform mobile development.
• Strong backend development skills (Node.js, Django, or equivalent) and experience with RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with payment gateway integration, especially for Middle Eastern markets (Tap, BenefitPay).
• Experience implementing real-time chat, push notifications, and ratings/reviews systems.
• Ability to design intuitive user interfaces and seamless user experiences.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to provide clear project estimates and timelines.
• Availability for ongoing collaboration and potential follow-up work.
• Based in or familiar with the Bahrain market is a plus.
  
  

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