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Munchkin, Inc.

Full-Stack AI Application Contractor

Posted 4 Days Ago
Hybrid
Van Nuys, Los Angeles, CA
50-80 Hourly
Senior level
Hybrid
Van Nuys, Los Angeles, CA
50-80 Hourly
Senior level
Contractor will design, build, and deploy internal AI-enabled web applications and tools across frontend and backend stacks. Responsibilities include UI development, APIs, databases, LLM integrations, workflow automation, code review, security best practices, and collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable, maintainable solutions.
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Who We Are: 

WHY Brands Inc., a parent company of Munchkin, Inc., focuses on creating, incubating, and growing the next generation of consumer lifestyle brands. Founded in 1990, Munchkin is the leading consumer product company and most loved baby lifestyle brand behind the innovative gear and products for children, mothers, and caregivers. Munchkin has sold billions of dollars of products through our key retail partners: Target, Walmart, and Amazon and has global distribution in over 50 countries. With over 350+ patents under our belt and over 250 international product and brand design awards, we continue to create solutions that leave our customers asking, "how did I ever live without this?" Innovation is the core of our company DNA and has been driving our designs for over 30 years!  Recognized as #8 on America’s Most Innovative Companies list by Fortune Magazine, innovation is the core of our company DNA and has been driving our designs for 30 years!  

Independent Contractor Assignment:  

We are seeking an experienced Full-Stack AI Applications Independent Contractor to support specialized development, enhancement, and deployment of internal AI-enabled applications services. This is a hands-on assignment focused on building scalable, maintainable business tools across frontend and backend systems, including databases, APIs, integrations, and AI powered functionality.  

This project is expected to run for approximately 2–3 months. The contractor will be engaged in services of an anticipated commitment of up to 15 hours per week. 

Independent Contractor Assignment Scope of Work: 

  • Develop internal AI enabled web applications using modern full stack technologies  
  • Build and support both frontend and backend components, including UI, application logic, databases, and APIs  
  • Implement scalable internal tools, dashboards, and workflow driven systems  
  • Support AI related features such as LLM integrations, prompt based workflows, and intelligent application components  
  • Assist with workflow automation and system integrations using platforms  
  • Review and improve existing code to enhance maintainability, performance, and scalability  
  • Apply clean coding standards, secure development practices, and general web application security principles  
  • Collaborate with technical and nontechnical stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions  
  • Participate in technical discussions, reviews, and deployment readiness activities  
  • Other scope of work may be assigned  

Independent Contractor Requirements 

  • 5–10 years of professional experience in full stack application or web development; AI development highly preferred  
  • Strong proficiency in React, TypeScript, JavaScript, Tailwind, and modern UI development practices  
  • Solid backend experience, including APIs, SQL/database connected applications, and system integrations  
  • Proven ability to deliver clean, well structured, and maintainable code  
  • Experience developing internal business tools or operational systems  
  • Strong understanding of development best practices, including version control, testing, debugging, and documentation  
  • Familiarity with secure development standards and practices  
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a contractor capacity    

 Hourly Range: $50 to $80 (DOE)  

              Munchkin welcomes and values what makes everyone unique.  We’re proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All hires for our team are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We recruit, employ, train, and promote regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic, or any other protected status. 

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