Next.js developer for Catholic theology website
HolyGround.com is a Catholic theology website with completed designs and multiple development needs. We need a contract Next.js developer to implement:
• A lead magnet funnel (smaller task)
• An online Bible reader (major task)
• A site-wide search experience suitable for a statically generated Next.js architecture
Scope of WorkPhase 1: Lead Magnet Funnel (Small Build)
• Add new popup behavior (including second-click trigger) per design/spec
• Add/update CTA components sitewide
• Implement signup flow and automated free eBook PDF delivery
• Add analytics events for conversion tracking
Phase 2: Online Bible Reader (Major Build)
• Build reader UI from finalized designs and Bible files
• Implement navigation for books, chapters, and verses
• Integrate scripture data source/API
• Optimize for performance, accessibility, SEO, and mobile UX
• Deliver clean handoff documentation
Phase 3: Search (Static Next.js Site)
• Design and implement a robust search approach compatible with SSG
• Build indexing pipeline (build-time and/or external index strategy)
• Implement search UI with relevance ranking and fast response time
• Support core content types and theological article discovery
• Include practical considerations for future content updates/re-indexing
Required Skills
• Strong production experience with Next.js, React, TypeScript
• Experience building search in static or hybrid-rendered web apps
• API integration and scalable data-fetching patterns
• Front-end performance optimization (Core web vitals)
• Accessibility best practices
• Clear communication and reliable milestone delivery
Nice to Have
• Experience with content-heavy reader interfaces
• Experience with search providers/libraries (e.g., Algolia, Meilisearch, Typesense, Lunr/Fuse-based indexing)
• Experience implementing analytics for funnel and search behavior
Estimated effort (for applicant quoting)
• Lead magnet: 15 hours
• Bible reader: 120 hours
• Search implementation: 25 hours
• Total estimated range: 160 hours
How to Apply
Please include:
• A statement of your own Catholic commitment
• 2–3 relevant Next.js projects (live links + code sample if available)
• Your role in each project
• Your hourly rate and availability
• Your estimated hours for (1) Lead magnet implementation, (2) Bible reader implementation, and (3) Search implementation on a static Next.js site
Depending on how this work goes, we are happy to rehire for ongoing work in the future.
Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
• Please answer the following questions: (1) Are you Catholic? Please do not apply if not a practicing Catholic. (2) Would you be open to a monthly time to pray the rosary? (3) List 2–3 relevant Next.js projects, giving live links + code sample if available. Please do not apply without Next.js experience. (4) List your role in each past project. (5) Give your current hourly rate and available hours. (6) Give your estimated required hours for implementing (a) Lead magnet and CTAs, (b) Bible reader, and (c) Search function.
Work Location: Remote
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• A lead magnet funnel (smaller task)
• An online Bible reader (major task)
• A site-wide search experience suitable for a statically generated Next.js architecture
Scope of WorkPhase 1: Lead Magnet Funnel (Small Build)
• Add new popup behavior (including second-click trigger) per design/spec
• Add/update CTA components sitewide
• Implement signup flow and automated free eBook PDF delivery
• Add analytics events for conversion tracking
Phase 2: Online Bible Reader (Major Build)
• Build reader UI from finalized designs and Bible files
• Implement navigation for books, chapters, and verses
• Integrate scripture data source/API
• Optimize for performance, accessibility, SEO, and mobile UX
• Deliver clean handoff documentation
Phase 3: Search (Static Next.js Site)
• Design and implement a robust search approach compatible with SSG
• Build indexing pipeline (build-time and/or external index strategy)
• Implement search UI with relevance ranking and fast response time
• Support core content types and theological article discovery
• Include practical considerations for future content updates/re-indexing
Required Skills
• Strong production experience with Next.js, React, TypeScript
• Experience building search in static or hybrid-rendered web apps
• API integration and scalable data-fetching patterns
• Front-end performance optimization (Core web vitals)
• Accessibility best practices
• Clear communication and reliable milestone delivery
Nice to Have
• Experience with content-heavy reader interfaces
• Experience with search providers/libraries (e.g., Algolia, Meilisearch, Typesense, Lunr/Fuse-based indexing)
• Experience implementing analytics for funnel and search behavior
Estimated effort (for applicant quoting)
• Lead magnet: 15 hours
• Bible reader: 120 hours
• Search implementation: 25 hours
• Total estimated range: 160 hours
How to Apply
Please include:
• A statement of your own Catholic commitment
• 2–3 relevant Next.js projects (live links + code sample if available)
• Your role in each project
• Your hourly rate and availability
• Your estimated hours for (1) Lead magnet implementation, (2) Bible reader implementation, and (3) Search implementation on a static Next.js site
Depending on how this work goes, we are happy to rehire for ongoing work in the future.
Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
• Please answer the following questions: (1) Are you Catholic? Please do not apply if not a practicing Catholic. (2) Would you be open to a monthly time to pray the rosary? (3) List 2–3 relevant Next.js projects, giving live links + code sample if available. Please do not apply without Next.js experience. (4) List your role in each past project. (5) Give your current hourly rate and available hours. (6) Give your estimated required hours for implementing (a) Lead magnet and CTAs, (b) Bible reader, and (c) Search function.
Work Location: Remote
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