Frontend Developer Needed - AI Assessment Platform (Northampton-based preferred)
Location: Northampton, UK (Remote work possible, but Northampton-based strongly preferred)
Contract Type: Freelance/Contract
Duration: 6-8 weeks (February-April 2026)
Budget: £1,500-£2,000 (excl VAT)
Project: Build interactive assessment platform for AI readiness
About Gen3Block:
Gen3Block is a Northampton-based AI training and implementation company (Company No. 16443115, UKPRN 10099894) helping UK SMEs close the AI skills gap. We build production AI systems and train people to use them confidently.
The Opportunity:
We're seeking a talented frontend developer to build the user-facing components of our assessment platform. This is part of a grant-funded project through the South Midlands Growth Hub, supporting regional innovation and creating high-quality tools for local businesses.
Why this project is interesting:
- Real impact: Your work will directly help Northampton SMEs make evidence-based AI adoption decisions
- Modern tech stack: React/Vue.js (your choice), modern frameworks, clean architecture
- Portfolio piece: Public-facing platform serving multiple organizations
- Local economic impact: Supporting Northampton's digital transformation agenda
- Grant-funded: Secure budget, clear timelines, professional engagement
What You'll Build:
- Multi-stage assessment interface (15-20 min user flow)
- Interactive results dashboard with data visualization
- Cost projection calculator interface (unique feature - show budget scenarios)
- Technical pathway visualization (current state → recommended solutions)
- Implementation roadmap generator (generates PDF reports)
- Responsive design (mobile, tablet, desktop)
- User account system (save/revisit assessments)
What We're Looking For:
Required:
- Proven experience with React, Vue.js, or similar modern frameworks
- Strong UI/UX sensibilities - this needs to be intuitive for non-technical SME owners
- Experience with data visualization (Chart.js, D3.js, Recharts, or similar)
- Responsive design expertise (mobile-first approach)
- Git/version control proficiency
- Available for February-March 2026 start
- Registered business or sole trader (we need formal quote/invoice capability)
- Based in Northampton/Northamptonshire or willing to meet in person (preferred for grant requirements)
Nice to Have:
- Portfolio showing similar assessment/survey/dashboard interfaces
- Experience with PDF generation (jsPDF, Puppeteer, or similar)
- Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
- Previous work with AI/tech sector clients
- VAT registration (but not required)
Project Details:
Timeline:
- Quote needed by: January 13, 2026 (for grant application)
- Project start: Late February 2026 (subject to grant approval)
- Completion: End of March / early April 2026
- Payment terms: 50% on start, 50% on completion
Tech Stack (flexible to your expertise):
- Frontend framework: React (preferred) or Vue.js
- Styling: Tailwind CSS or similar
- Data viz: Your recommendation (Chart.js, Recharts, D3.js)
- Build tools: Vite or similar modern tooling
- Backend API: We're handling this (you'll integrate with our endpoints)
Working Style:
- Primarily remote work
- Weekly video sync meetings (1 hour)
- Slack/email for async communication
- Access to design mockups/wireframes (we'll provide)
- Collaborative Git workflow
We're happy to jump on a quick call to discuss the project in more detail.
About Supporting Local Tech:
Gen3Block is committed to building Northampton's tech ecosystem. We're working with BIPC, the South Midlands Growth Hub, and Digital Northants to create opportunities for local developers and businesses. This project is part of that mission.
Looking forward to working with you!
Charles Nwankpa
Founder, Gen3Block Ltd