Full-Stack Developer Needed for Insurance SaaS – Replacement Cost Estimator

Full-Stack Developer Needed for Insurance SaaS – Replacement Cost Estimator

Job Overview:
We’re looking for an experienced full-stack developer to build a web-based Replacement Cost Estimator (RCE) SaaS for the insurance industry. The tool should estimate replacement costs for homes based on property details and open-source construction cost data. The final product will be a SaaS platform with a freemium/subscription model.

Project Scope:

Core Features:
? User Input Form – Property details, materials, square footage, etc.
? Replacement Cost Calculation – Uses open-source construction cost data (NAHB, BLS, OpenCost, etc.).
? Dynamic Cost Adjustments – Adjusts for local labor and material costs by ZIP code.
? Report Generation – Outputs a PDF breakdown of cost estimates.
? User Authentication & Dashboard – Allow agents to save & access past estimates.
? SaaS Subscription Model – Freemium, per-use, or monthly plans.

Additional Features (Future Phases):
???? API Access** – Allow agencies to integrate it into their CRM.
???? AI-Based Cost Refinement – Machine learning to improve estimates over time.
???? Multi-State Customization – Adjust for different state requirements.

Tech Stack (Recommended, Open to Suggestions):
Frontend: React.js / Vue.js
Backend: Python (Django/Flask) or Node.js (Express.js)
Database: PostgreSQL / MongoDB
Hosting: AWS, Google Cloud, or DigitalOcean
Integrations: Google Maps API (for property data), Open-source cost APIs

Ideal Candidate:
? Experience building SaaS platforms from scratch.
? Strong skills in backend development (Python or Node.js).
? Familiarity with insurance/real estate applications (preferred but not required).
? Ability to work with open-source construction cost data instead of paid databases.
? Experience implementing secure user authentication & payment processing.

Project Timeline & Budget:
- MVP in 6-8 weeks
- Budget: (negotiable based on experience)
- Long-term potential: Looking for a developer to stay on board for updates & scaling.