Compliance Workflow Platform Development

We are looking for an experienced full-stack software engineering team to help architect and build the MVP for a workflow-driven SaaS platform. This is an early-stage startup project with long-term growth potential. We are intentionally keeping the business concept high-level during the initial screening phase and will provide additional details after NDA and qualification discussions. The platform will involve: * Multi-step workflows * User accounts and permissions * Dynamic forms and guided processes * Document management and storage * Dashboard interfaces * Mobile and web support * Notification systems * Payment integration * Audit/history tracking * API integrations * Scalable backend architecture * Future AI/data integration capabilities We are looking for a team that can help: 1. Build the MVP foundation correctly 2. Establish scalable engineering standards 3. Recommend best practices for long-term growth 4. Create a maintainable and scalable architecture from day one? Preferred Stack: * Frontend Web: Next.js * Mobile: React Native + Expo * Backend: NestJS * Database: PostgreSQL * Language: TypeScript We are open to recommendations if there is a strong technical reason for an alternative approach. MVP Goals: * Secure user authentication * Role-based access control * Guided workflow engine * Dashboard UI * File/document upload system * Backend API architecture * Database schema design * Mobile ready architecture * Admin portal * Activity logging/history * Notification system * Payment processing integration * Scalable folder/repository structure * Shared codebase strategy where appropriate * Documentation and handoff standards We’re looking for: * Strong system architecture experience * SaaS platform experience * Experience designing scalable backends * Experience building both web and mobile products * Strong communication * Ability to think through workflows and edge cases * Someone who can challenge assumptions and improve the product technically * Experience working in fast-moving startup environments Nice to Have: * Experience with workflow engines * Experience with compliance-heavy systems * Experience with document automation * Experience with AI integrations * Experience with data aggregation systems * DevOps/cloud deployment experience Please include: * Relevant SaaS projects * Your recommended stack and why * Experience with scalable systems * Whether you recommend monorepo architecture * Experience with React Native + Next.js shared codebases * Estimated MVP timeline * Team structure (if applicable) * Your preferred development workflow/process Bonus if you can explain complex technical decisions in simple business terms.