Senior Next.js Finisher: Connect Gemini AI Engine to Existing Vercel UI

⭐Senior Next.js Developer — Connect Gemini AI Engine to Existing Vercel UI

Role: Developer

Specialty: Back‑end

Seniority: Senior

⭐ Project Context:
This Project Is Part of a Larger Initiative to Build a Customizable AI Interface Focused On User Safety and Content Control. Current AI Tools Often Expose Users to Content they Did not Intend To see, Even when Filters are Enabled. Our System Aims to Address this Gap by Offering Deeper, More Precise Filtering Options.

The Frontend UI Is Complete and Deployed on Vercel.
The core Logic has been Tested and Validated in Google AI Studio.

We now need a Senior Developer to Build the Backend Infrastructure that Connects the UI to the Gemini‑Based Logic.

⭐ What I Need Now
A Senior Next.JS Developer Who can Build the Backend “Plumbing”:

• API Routes
• Middleware
• Environment Variable Handling
• Deployment Stability
• Integration with Gemini Logic

This Role Begins With a Mandatory Paid 2‑Hour Troubleshooting Session to Confirm Technical Compatibility Before Moving Into a 3‑Month Contract.

⭐ Role Overview
You Will Construct the Backend API Routes and Middleware Required to Connect Our Vercel‑hosted UI With the Gemini‑Powered Logic. Your Work Will be Essential In Transforming the Prototype Into a Stable, Functional System.

You Will Collaborate Directly with the Project Architect (Owner) to Align Technical Solutions with Project Goals. Clear, High‑Level Communication Is Important — No Deep Jargon Required.

⭐ Responsibilities

• Develop and Implement Backend API Routes and Middleware
• Connect the Frontend UI With the Gemini‑Based Core Logic
• Troubleshoot and Resolve Technical Issues Before they Escalate
• Ensure Stable Environment Variable Handling
• Provide Clear, High‑Level Progress Summaries
• Participate In the Initial Paid Session to Resolve a Vercel Environment Variable Issue
• Work Closely with the Project Architect to Ensure Alignment

⭐ Definition of Done

• A Fully Functional Backend That:
• Connects the Existing Vercel UI to the Gemini Logic
• Has Stable Environment Variables
• Has Working API Routes
• Deploys Successfully
• Includes Clear Documentation of Fixes and Architecture

⭐ Required Skills

• Proven Experience with Next.js
• Experience with Vercel AI SDK
• Strong Understanding of Google Gemini API
• Ability to Troubleshoot Complex Backend Issues Efficiently
• Strong Communication Skills

⭐Nice to Have

• Experience With Content‑Filtering Systems
• Experience With AI‑Driven Interfaces
• Experience With Milestone‑Based or Long‑Term Projects

⭐ NDA Requirement

• Before Discussing the Proprietary Filtering system, Safety Logic, or Long‑Term Vision, the Developer Must Sign a Standard NDA. This Protects the Unique Architecture and Approach Behind the Project.