Arc helps you find and hire top freelance Desktop engineers for your jobs. With 173 Desktop programmers available for hire on a freelance basis, we have one of the largest network of vetted talent. Our Silicon Valley-caliber vetting process helps ensure that you hire freelance Desktop developers and experts that you can trust.
Vetted Desktop developer in the United States (UTC-5)
With over 20 years of IT industry experience and over 10 years of experience managing an IT consulting firm, I understand a wide variety of businesses and their specific needs.
Vetted Desktop developer in Canada (UTC-5)
Results-driven Software Developer with 25 years of experience specializing in front-end UX/UI development, back-end systems integrating telemetry collection and analysis. Proven expertise in creating award-winning interactive user experiences at CBC and TVO, and developing robust front and back-end features for large-scale web applications at Microsoft. Skilled in testing methods, familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and code reviews, ensuring high-quality, maintainable, and scalable software solutions. Adept at translating complex requirements into impactful products that enhance user engagement, drive business growth, and provide actionable insights through data analysis. Known for delivering innovative, efficient, and reliable code in fast-paced, collaborative environments.
Vetted Desktop developer in Germany (UTC+2)
I am experienced in a systems programming and cross-platform desktop applications. NodeJS / Jest with JavaScript transitioning to TypeScript, previously with Python/Qt/pyTest and before that, with C++. Lately I've been working a lot on tests, packages, Windows installers tests, and Chrome/Firefox browsers extensions (migration to V3). I volunteer as team lead for Tupu.io, and mentor for mentoring-club.com I hold a master's degree in computer science, learned coding by myself, took a UX designer nano-degree, and a full-stack dev Bootcamp.
Vetted Desktop developer in France (UTC+1)
I am a Staff Software Engineer with experience in defining roadmaps, leading technical initiatives, building features, and improving performance using technologies like React, Redux, and Nodejs.
Vetted Desktop developer in Serbia (UTC+2)
I'm a seasoned software architect and developer located in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. With over 20 years of experience under my belt, I'm well-versed in everything from leading teams to flying solo on projects. I get a kick out of taking customer ideas and transforming them into something even better during the development journey. One of my specialties is identifying potential design flaws and refining user interfaces until user manuals become a thing of the past. My journey has taken me through a variety of roles and projects. I've done everything from software consultation and app design to data scraping, data mining, and full-stack development. Notable ventures include my work with the RapTToR agency, where I've developed large-scale systems, UI/UX enhancements, and marketing software. At Dare2Play, I took the lead on building an online crypto multiplayer gaming platform, managing game development teams, and architecting CI/CD setups. I've also lent my expertise to ventures like Goleudy Ventures, LLC, where I tackled image processing and created tools for image segmentation. I have worked with various platforms, languages, and frameworks. I'm well-acquainted with technologies like HTML5, PHP, Node.js, Python, Unity, Blockchain, and more. In the ever-evolving world of technology, I find myself constantly energized to take on new challenges and make innovative contributions. My goal is to not only meet but exceed expectations, and my extensive track record speaks for itself. Looking forward to the next exciting venture.
Vetted Desktop developer (UTC+6)
I love solving problems and building things. I've built solutions ranging from automation solutions at world's best chip company to solution for blockchain based cryptocurrency. Expect a solution from me that makes sense for you. I love to understand the needs, translate them in software world and aim to develop a robust and maintainable software solution which is functional, testable and readable .
Vetted Desktop developer in Indonesia (UTC+7)
I have a passion to build a software that support business, that's why my project experience usually related to custom software business development, such as hotels, restaurants, trading, forwarding, courses, book publishers and others. I'm familiar with scrum methodology and have experience in developing features end-to-end. I had experience in front-end and back-end software development. I’m familiar with open source technology such as Go, Angular, Nativescript, Node.js, Mysql, MongoDB, Elastic Search, Redis, Kafka, GQL. Monitoring tools like Datadog, Grafana and hosting on AWS, GCP or Digital Ocean.
Vetted Desktop developer in Mexico (UTC-6)
I have 15+ years of experience in the program development industry. I am a certified AWS developer and can use .NET Core or Node.js/Typescript. I have a lot of experience working with distributed and multinational teams. I work in the field of Enterprise application development with all the whole range of technologies (Web, Desktop or Backend). I have extensive experience of working in such complex areas as legacy codebase maintenance and modification and performance improvement. I am especially strong with DB (SQL design and optimization, DynamoDB).
Vetted Desktop developer in Brazil (UTC-3)
Experienced developer with a demonstrated history of working in the computer software industry. Skilled in: - C# - ASP.NET (MVC and API) - Visual Basic.NET - SQL Server - Web and Desktop development Bachelor of Business Administration, Information Systems Concentration. Graduate Degree in Software Analysis and Development. With over 20 years of experience, I have worked developing software for human resources, accounting, and finance departments. I have a lot of experience in systems integration, both using files and communicating through APIs. I worked as a CFO for a pension fund for 6 years, where I gained a lot of experience in the financial area, until I started my own accounting consulting company 9 years ago, which I sold and now I am looking for bigger challenges in the area of development, backend and cloud.
Vetted Desktop developer in Pakistan (UTC+5)
Creative and energetic programmer with proven leadership skills and over 10 years of progressive experience in developing, implementing, technical solutions for complex infrastructures and strategic planning for renowned software development companies.
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In today’s world, most companies have code-based needs that require developers to help build and maintain. For instance, if your business has a website or an app, you’ll need to keep it updated to ensure you continue to provide positive user experiences. At times, you may even need to revamp your website or app. This is where hiring a developer becomes crucial.
Depending on the stage and scale of your product and services, you may need to hire a Desktop developer, multiple developers, or even a full remote developer team to help keep your business running. If you’re a startup or a company running a website, your product will likely grow out of its original skeletal structure. Hiring full-time remote Desktop developers can help keep your website up-to-date.
To hire a Desktop developer, you need to go through a hiring process of defining your needs, posting a job description, screening resumes, conducting interviews, testing candidates’ skills, checking references, and making an offer.
Arc offers three services to help you hire Desktop developers effectively and efficiently. Hire full-time Desktop developers from a vetted candidates pool, with new options every two weeks, and pay through prepaid packages or per hire. Alternatively, hire the top 2.3% of expert freelance Desktop engineers in 72 hours, with weekly payments.
If you’re not ready to commit to the paid plans, our free job posting service is for you. By posting your job on Arc, you can reach up to 450,000 developers around the world. With that said, the free plan will not give you access to pre-vetted Desktop developers.
Furthermore, we’ve partnered with compliance and payroll platforms Deel and Remote to make paperwork and hiring across borders easier. This way, you can focus on finding the right Desktop developer for your company, and let Arc handle the logistics.
There are two types of platforms you can hire Desktop programmers from: general and niche marketplaces. General platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Gigster offer a variety of non-vetted talents unlimited to developers. While you can find Desktop developers on general platforms, top tech talents generally avoid general marketplaces in order to escape bidding wars.
If you’re looking to hire the best remote Desktop developers, consider niche platforms like Arc that naturally attract and carefully vet their Desktop developers for hire. This way, you’ll save time and related hiring costs by only interviewing the most suitable remote Desktop developer candidates.
Some factors to consider when you hire Desktop developers include the platform’s specialty, developer’s geographical location, and the service’s customer support. Depending on your hiring budget, you may also want to compare the pricing and fee structure.
Make sure to list out all of the important factors when you compare and decide on which remote developer job board and platform to use to find Desktop developers for hire.
Writing a good Desktop developer job description is crucial in helping you hire Desktop programmers that your company needs. A job description’s key elements include a clear job title, a brief company overview, a summary of the role, the required duties and responsibilities, and necessary and preferred experience. To attract top talent, it's also helpful to list other perks and benefits, such as flexible hours and health coverage.
Crafting a compelling job title is critical as it's the first thing that job seekers see. It should offer enough information to grab their attention and include details on the seniority level, type, and area or sub-field of the position.
Your company description should succinctly outline what makes your company unique to compete with other potential employers. The role summary for your remote Desktop developer should be concise and read like an elevator pitch for the position, while the duties and responsibilities should be outlined using bullet points that cover daily activities, tech stacks, tools, and processes used.
For a comprehensive guide on how to write an attractive job description to help you hire Desktop programmers, read our Software Engineer Job Description Guide & Templates.
The top five technical skills Desktop developers should possess include proficiency in programming languages, understanding data structures and algorithms, experience with databases, familiarity with version control systems, and knowledge of software testing and debugging.
Meanwhile, the top five soft skills are communication, problem-solving, time management, attention to detail, and adaptability. Effective communication is essential for coordinating with clients and team members, while problem-solving skills enable Desktop developers to analyze issues and come up with effective solutions. Time management skills are important to ensure projects are completed on schedule, while attention to detail helps to catch and correct issues before they become bigger problems. Finally, adaptability is crucial for Desktop developers to keep up with evolving technology and requirements.
You can find a variety of Desktop developers for hire on Arc! At Arc, you can hire on a freelance, full-time, part-time, or contract-to-hire basis. For freelance Desktop programmers, Arc matches you with the right senior developer in roughly 72 hours. As for full-time remote Desktop developers for hire, you can expect to make a successful hire in 14 days. To extend a freelance engagement to a full-time hire, a contract-to-hire fee will apply.
In addition to a variety of engagement types, Arc also offers a wide range of developers located in different geographical locations, such as Latin America and Eastern Europe. Depending on your needs, Arc offers a global network of skilled software engineers in various different time zones and countries for you to choose from.
Lastly, our remote-ready Desktop developers for hire are all mid-level and senior-level professionals. They are ready to start coding straight away, anytime, anywhere.
Arc is trusted by hundreds of startups and tech companies around the world, and we’ve matched thousands of skilled Desktop developers with both freelance and full-time jobs. We’ve successfully helped Silicon Valley startups and larger tech companies like Spotify and Automattic hire Desktop developers.
Every Desktop developer for hire in our network goes through a vetting process to verify their communication abilities, remote work readiness, and technical skills (both for depth in Desktop and breadth across the greater domain). Additionally, HireAI, our GPT-4-powered AI recruiter, enables you to get instant candidate matches without searching and screening.
Not only can you expect to find the most qualified Desktop engineer on Arc, but you can also count on your account manager and the support team to make each hire a success. Enjoy a streamlined hiring experience with Arc, where we provide you with the developer you need, and take care of the logistics so you don’t need to.
Arc has a rigorous and transparent vetting process for all types of developers. To become a vetted Desktop developer for hire on Arc, developers must pass a profile screening, complete a behavioral interview, and pass a technical interview or pair programming.
While Arc has a strict vetting process for its verified Desktop developers, if you’re using Arc’s free job posting plan, you will only have access to non-vetted developers. If you’re using Arc to hire Desktop developers, you can rest assured that all remote Desktop developers have been thoroughly vetted for the high-caliber communication and technical skills you need in a successful hire.
Arc pre-screens all of our remote Desktop developers before we present them to you. As such, all the remote Desktop developers you see on your Arc dashboard are interview-ready candidates who make up the top 2% of applicants who pass our technical and communication assessment. You can expect the interview process to happen within days of posting your jobs to 450,000 candidates. You can also expect to hire a freelance Desktop programmer in 72 hours, or find a full-time Desktop programmer that fits your company’s needs in 14 days.
Here’s a quote from Philip, the Director of Engineering at Chegg:
“The biggest advantage and benefit of working with Arc is the tremendous reduction in time spent sourcing quality candidates. We’re able to identify the talent in a matter of days.”
Find out more about how Arc successfully helped our partners in hiring remote Desktop developers.
Depending on the freelance developer job board you use, freelance remote Desktop developers' hourly rates can vary drastically. For instance, if you're looking on general marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find Desktop developers for hire at as low as $10 per hour. However, high-quality freelance developers often avoid general freelance platforms like Fiverr to avoid the bidding wars.
When you hire Desktop developers through Arc, they typically charge between $60-100+/hour (USD). To get a better understanding of contract costs, check out our freelance developer rate explorer.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the medium annual wage for software developers in the U.S. was $120,730 in May 2021. What this amounts to is around $70-100 per hour. Note that this does not include the direct cost of hiring, which totals to about $4000 per new recruit, according to Glassdoor.
Your remote Desktop developer’s annual salary may differ dramatically depending on their years of experience, related technical skills, education, and country of residence. For instance, if the developer is located in Eastern Europe or Latin America, the hourly rate for developers will be around $75-95 per hour.
For more frequently asked questions on hiring Desktop developers, check out our FAQs page.