Filemaker Developer for inhouse production system

Job Title: Experienced FileMaker Developer Needed to Finalize, Refine, and Deploy Internal App (95% Complete) Job Overview We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented FileMaker Developer to help us cross the finish line with our custom, in-house FileMaker application. The core infrastructure, data schema, and layout designs are roughly 95% complete. We need an expert to audit the existing system, build out a few missing features, resolve existing bugs, optimize the user experience (UX), and guide us through final deployment. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities • Audit & Troubleshooting: Review the current codebase, scripts, and relationships to identify performance bottlenecks or logical errors. • Feature Completion: Program and implement a short list of remaining missing features (specifics will be shared during onboarding). • Bug Fixing: Diagnose and resolve known glitches in existing layouts, calculation fields, and automated scripts. • UX/UI Optimization: Refine navigation, interface elements, and data-entry workflows to ensure a smooth, intuitive employee experience. • Deployment & Testing: Assist with server setup, user privilege configurations, data migration testing, and final launch in our live work environment. ________________________________________ Required Skills & Qualifications • Proven track record as a FileMaker Pro / FileMaker Server Developer (Claris Certification is a plus). • Strong expertise in FileMaker scripting, complex calculation fields, and relational database design. • Experience optimizing UI/UX specifically for business operational workflows. • Familiarity with FileMaker security settings, user roles, and server deployment. • Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to inherit/clean up another developer's clean code. • Strong communication skills and fluency in English. ________________________________________ Project Details • Project Type: One-time project with potential for ongoing maintenance and future updates. • Current Status: 95% built. The foundation is solid; we just need a finisher. • Budget: Open to hourly or fixed-price proposals based on your experience and estimation of the work. • Communication: Standard asynchronous updates via MS Teams/Upwork, with occasional video syncs for feedback. ________________________________________ How to Apply Please submit your proposal including: 1. A brief summary of your FileMaker experience, especially with finishing or auditing existing apps. 2. Your availability to start and estimated weekly capacity. 3. Your favorite or most critical FileMaker function to show us you read the full description!