Experienced WordPress Developer for BuddyBoss & Stack Overflow-inspired Customizations

I am seeking an expert-level WordPress developer familiar with the BuddyBoss platform, bbPress, and the described tech stack below to help us create a community platform inspired by Stack Overflow's functionality. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both plugin and theme customization and a history of complex WordPress projects. Responsibilities: 1. Integrate and customize the BuddyBoss platform to incorporate Q&A functionalities. 2. Develop a voting system for questions and answers. 3. Implement a reputation points system akin to Stack Overflow. 4. Enhance tagging and categorization systems. 5. Establish question status features (e.g., "answered" markers). 6. Improve search capabilities using Elasticsearch or Relevanssi. 7. Set up a badges and achievements system using Gamipress or myCRED. 8. Build out moderation and review functionalities. 9. Ensure the platform is responsive, optimized, and user-friendly. Tech Stack: - WordPress (core knowledge essential) - BuddyBoss Platform & Theme - bbPress - Gamipress or myCRED - Elasticsearch or Relevanssi - Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) or Custom Post Type UI - PHP, JavaScript, CSS Eight-Milestone Schedule: 1. Week 1: Set up the basic structure. Install and configure BuddyBoss, bbPress, and necessary plugins. Establish the foundational design. 2. Week 2: Implement Q&A functionalities. Basic voting system in place for upvotes and downvotes. 3. Week 3: Incorporate the reputation points system. Begin integrating either Gamipress or myCRED for a foundational badge system. 4. Week 4: Develop enhanced tagging and categorization systems. Start the initial phase of search functionality improvement. 5. Week 5: Finalize the search enhancement. Implement question status features and refine the user profile functionalities. 6. Week 6: Set up the moderation and review systems. Ensure high-reputation users have added privileges. 7. Week 7: Finalize the badges and achievements system. Begin rigorous testing of all newly implemented features. 8. Week 8: Bug fixes, final adjustments, and optimizations. Hand over the platform for client review and feedback. Note: Please provide samples of similar projects you've undertaken, especially any related to BuddyBoss or community platforms. Looking forward to seeing how you can help us bring this vision to life! Question to answer BuddyBoss Experience: - Please describe a project where you extensively customized the BuddyBoss platform. What were the primary challenges you faced, and how did you overcome them? Q&A and Voting Systems: - Have you previously implemented a Q&A and voting system on a WordPress site? If so, please provide details about how you approached the voting mechanics and any plugins or custom code you used. Gamification Implementation: - Describe a project where you've implemented a points, badges, or reputation system in WordPress. Which plugins did you use or did you build a custom solution? What challenges did you encounter? Search Capabilities: - How have you improved the default WordPress search in past projects? Are you familiar with integrating Elasticsearch or Relevanssi into a WordPress site? Please share specifics. Project Management & Timeline Adherence: - Describe a project where you had to adhere to a tight timeline or specific milestones. How did you ensure timely delivery, and how do you typically handle unforeseen challenges or changes in scope Payment in two halfs, 1st payment after approval of week 4 milestone 2nd payment after approval of week 8 milestone