Technical Architect (Part-Time, Scaling to Full-Time), Norfolk

Technical Architect (Part-Time | Scaling to Full-Time)

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

Implement and enforce: Required field validation Approval workflows (pending/approved/rejected) User role permissions

Ensure: No incomplete data enters the system All workflows behave predictably

Development Oversight

Review code and system design decisions Guide existing and future developers Reduce technical debt and rework Platform Stability&Performance

Ensure system consistency across: User flows Dashboards API responses

Support: Maintenance mode control Data integrity Error handling

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