Technical Architect (Part-Time | Scaling to Full-Time) About the Role
We are building a multi-sided digital platform, PoliticalMeetings.com, designed to connect voters directly with political entities, events, and engagement opportunities.
The platform operates on a modern architecture:
- React frontend (user-facing platform)
- WordPress API backend (data, workflows, and management layer)
We are seeking a Technical Architect to work directly with the Founder to ensure the platform is structured properly, scalable, and free from system-level gaps.
This is not a standard development role.
It is a systems-level position focused on architecture, logic, and execution quality.
Role Overview
The Technical Architect will:
- translate business and product vision into clean technical structure
- enforce system rules and validation
- guide development to prevent breakage and rework
- ensure the platform scales correctly
Responsibilities System Architecture
Define and refine overall platform structure
Ensure proper interaction between:
- React frontend
- WordPress API backend
- database
Identify and correct architectural gaps
Workflow & Validation Design
Development Oversight
- Review code and system design decisions
- Guide existing and future developers
- Reduce technical debt and rework
Platform Stability & Performance
Collaboration
- Work directly with the Founder (who serves as Product Architect)
- Collaborate with existing developer(s)
- Provide clear guidance without overcomplicating
Requirements Technical
- Strong experience with:
- React or modern frontend frameworks
- WordPress (headless/API usage preferred)
- REST APIs
- database-backed applications
Systems Experience
- Experience building or structuring:
- SaaS platforms
- multi-user systems
- workflow-driven applications
- role-based platforms
Mindset
We are looking for someone who:
- Thinks in systems, not just code
- Can identify gaps before they become problems
- Communicates clearly (technical and non-technical)
- Values simplicity and structure
- Is comfortable working closely with a founder-led product
What This Role Is NOT
- Not a "ticket-based developer role"
- Not limited to front-end or WordPress tasks
- Not purely DevOps or infrastructure
What Success Looks Like
- The platform behaves predictably
- Validation rules are enforced across all flows
- The dashboard is clear and usable
- Developers work with structure and clarity
- The system is prepared to scale without breaking
Engagement
- Part-time (10-20 hours per week initially)
- Flexible schedule (remote or hybrid)
- Opportunity to grow into a longer-term leadership role
Location
- Remote preferred
- Hybrid (Norfolk, VA) available for collaboration
Additional Notes
This is a founder-led platform build, and attention to detail is critical.
You will work closely with someone who understands the product and system deeply and values disciplined execution.
Application Requirement (IMPORTANT)
Please include:
- A brief example of a platform or system you helped structure or scale
- A short description of your role in that system
Employment Type: PART_TIME