SaaS Startup Technical Operations Lead (Freelance, 20 hrs/week)

About the Role ArtemisAI is seeking a hands-on Technical Operations Lead to help bring our MVP to life and support our early backend infrastructure. This is a freelance, part-time role (~20 hours/week) during pre-launch and early product iterations. You’ll lead backend systems design and coordinate technical implementation across our customer-facing Advisor tool, reporting logic, backend database integration, and automation infrastructure. Key Responsibilities • Lead backend architecture and systems setup for our MVP • Integrate a licensed skincare ingredient database (via API or CSV) • Recommend backend tools (automation, data flow, version tracking, PDF reporting, etc.) • Coordinate backend functionality with UI/UX design (forms, logic, user inputs, outputs) • Support both consumer and white-label user flows • Recommend tactical resourcing and delegate build tasks where needed • Establish scalable backend specifications that integrate with creative and automation workflows • Implement basic system backups and failure alerts; scope long-term needs for redundancy and failover Tools & Tech Expectations • No-code/low-code stacks (automation, logic, data flow) • API and webhook setup • Cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, etc.) • Reporting frameworks (e.g., PDF or lightweight dashboards) • CRM systems and email workflows • Secure data storage and usage analytics • Payment and user-facing transaction flows • Backup/version control systems Qualifications • 5+ years in technical operations, backend systems, or automation roles • Experience with consumer-facing SaaS MVPs • Familiarity with integrating third-party or licensed databases • Strong collaboration with UI/UX and creative leads • Clear communication and async-friendly work style • Approximately 20 hours per week availability • US-based or similar time zone preferred How to Apply • Resume or portfolio • Brief summary of relevant past systems you've built • Your preferred tools/platforms • Hourly rate and earliest availability • Two professional references from recent technical projects (ideally SaaS or consumer-related) Apply Job! Apply to this Job