We are looking for a highly experienced full-stack developer to build Phase 2 of our two-sided event staffing marketplace (React + Node.js). Phase 1 (MVP) is complete, and the platform is currently offline. Redeployment is part of this engagement. This is not a beginner project. You must have built marketplaces or booking platforms with complex payment logic, counter-offers, and admin dashboards before. Scope Overview You will implement all Phase 2 updates as detailed in our Figma designs: https://www.figma.com/design/MXzybA08mE01VkkZcOGW5E/MyPartyHostess-Designs-for-Freelancer-Propsal?node-id=1695-13002&t=g3xuHsjbfBDnYP3V-1 See page 'Current Website' for how the current website looks and 'Milestones' for additional pages and updates. Highlights include: Booking and payment logic enhancements (counter-offers, deposits, booking states) Messaging system controls & admin visibility Dashboard access refinements Automation & email triggers Admin panel upgrades and reporting tools User flow, UX, and conversion improvements Security, validation, and permission logic strengthening Full redeployment of the platform to production Proposal Requirements To apply, you must provide concrete milestone-based pricing and timelines aligned with the milestones in the Figma file. No placeholder pricing will be accepted. Your proposal must include: Detailed pricing for each milestone Estimated time to complete each milestone Examples of marketplaces or booking platforms you have built (React + Node) Suggested improvements or concerns based on your experience Confirmation you can work with live production deployments Ideal Candidate Has built marketplace platforms or complex booking systems Understands escrow/deposit models and counter-offer flows Thinks in product logic, not just code Can propose structural improvements where needed Communicates clearly in English Works independently and reliably This is a live, production-critical project. Serious applicants only. Phase 2 will lead to ongoing work (Phase 3, mobile apps, feature expansions).