🎯 Objectives
Build a dynamic, scalable job marketplace for employers job seekers.
Support Indian use-cases: local jobs, cities, INR payments, Indian languages.
🧠 Research Planning
Study leading platforms (Indeed, Naukri, Shine, FoundIt, LinkedIn Jobs).
Identify unique features you ll offer e.g. AI-based matching, WhatsApp alerts, resume scoring.
Target user groups:
Employers (HR, recruiters, SMEs)
Job seekers (students, professionals, freelancers)
Define monetization model:
Free job posting (limited)
Paid premium visibility
Subscription plans
🧱 2. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE DESIGN Modules
ModuleDescription
User Management
Job seekers, employers, admin roles
Job Posting Listing
Post, edit, approve, search jobs
Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
Employer dashboard: view, shortlist, message candidates
Job Seeker Dashboard
Apply, upload resume, track application
Search Filters
Location, salary, skills, category, remote
Payment Gateway
Razorpay / Paytm / Stripe / Cashfree integration
Notifications
Email, SMS, WhatsApp, push
Reports Analytics
Admin dashboard for performance tracking
Admin Panel
Manage users, jobs, plans, content, disputes
Tech Stack Recommendation
LayerSuggested Tech
Frontend
React.js / Next.js (for SEO, SSR)
Backend
Node.js (Express / NestJS) or Laravel
Database
PostgreSQL / MongoDB
Authentication
JWT + OAuth (Google/LinkedIn Login)
Hosting
AWS / Hostinger Cloud / DigitalOcean
Storage
AWS S3 for resumes media
Payment Gateway
Razorpay or Paytm
Communication
Twilio / MSG91 / WhatsApp Cloud API
AI Integration (optional)
Resume parsing job matching (OpenAI API / TensorFlow lite models)
⚙️ 3. UI/UX DESIGN PHASE Deliverables
Wireframes (Figma or Adobe XD)
Design screens for:
Job seeker dashboard
Employer dashboard
Admin control panel
Home / Job listing / Login pages
Responsive (mobile-first) layouts.
💻 4. DEVELOPMENT WORKFLOW Step 1: Setup Config
Initialize frontend backend repos.
Setup environment variables, DB schema, API routes.
Implement authentication (signup, login, forgot password).
Step 2: Employer Module
Create company profile, post jobs.
View applicants, shortlist, schedule interviews.
Payment system for premium posts.
Step 3: Job Seeker Module
Create profile upload resume.
Search apply for jobs.
Save favorite jobs, get notifications.
Step 4: Admin Module
Job approval system.
Manage users roles.
Manage subscriptions revenue analytics.