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Freelance Functions developer in the United States
* 14+ years in Software Engineering and Web Technologies * Expertise includes design and validation, back-end engineering, front-end web development, automation and tooling, cloud architecture, documentation, internal training, and customer support * AI/ML, data science, and quantified self hobbyist * Native English speaker
Freelance Functions developer in Portugal
I've been making software professionally since 2008 and for fun since I was a kid. Since 2018, I have been building microservices using Golang to run on the clouds at Mach speed. I had some leadership roles in my career, but I never stopped programming. My preferred measurement unit is requests per second :)
Freelance Functions developer in Thailand
*Forever Learning*. **Over 5 years of experience** developing web applications for startups in the US and Europe. **React**/**Svelte**/**Polymer** **SPA** + **SSR** **PWA**s, **Firebase**, **Cloud Functions**, **NoSQL** DBs and **REST** APIs in **Go**, **Python** and **TypeScript** run on **Google Cloud** are among my specialties.
Freelance Functions developer in the United Kingdom
Gian Mario has spent almost twodecades in the software and technology sector. He’s a Certified Professional Solutions Architect and a seasoned Software Engineer, passionate about Cloud Software as a Service (SaaS) and Multi-Tier Global Cloud Infrastructure. He worked oncomplex solutions, both on-prem and in the cloud, managing teams in Barcelona (Spain), London (UK) and Hanoi (Vietnam). A market specialist, he focuses ondelivering the best solutions and processes allowing clients to reach their goals timely while containing costs.
Freelance Functions developer in Canada
As a team player, I am committed to understanding clients' needs and developing enterprise software systems that deliver business value. My expertise is in distributed systems, search, data persistence and DevOps. Over the past 12+ years, I have been consistent in developing enterprise systems using C# .Net, Python (Django, FastAPI, Twist, Tornado), Java (Play, Spring Boot), Javascript( Nodejs, Expressjs), Go(GoMicro, Gin). I deploy most of the solutions on clouds such as Azure, AWS and GCP, and I have strong experience working with databases such as MSSQL, MySQL, Postgres, MongoDB, Firebase, Redis, and DynamoDB. I enjoy using Terraform, Ansible or Cloudformation for Infrastructure as Code (IAC) to manage cloud-based infrastructure. I am well-versed in message brokers such as RabbitMQ, Redis, Celery, Kafka, AWS SQS, which are essential for building reliable distributed systems. I thrive in collaborative environments. If you are looking for a skilled software engineer who can help your business build modern, scalable systems, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Freelance Functions developer in Brazil
I'm a software developer since 2003 and I worked with a lot of good companies. I started as a developer who works with DevOps and then I turned to be a web developer and then a mobile developer. Now, I'm a web developer, building API with Ruby on Rails or NestJS, and Node.js. I have a master's degree in Computer Engineering, creating a methodology to have the best requirements on software before and during the development.
Freelance Functions developer in France
Freelance full-stack & mobile developer, specialized in Rust, Typescript, Go and Swift. I help startups to build their MVPs, design their APIs and solve their technical challenges by taking in account both product and business impacts. I can lead projects from design to distribution in different domains: web, mobile, backend, IoT and APIs/SDKs . Founder of Toukan, a vector graphics editor built for generative design: [toukan.io](http://toukan.io/) I have been a Swift and Objective-C developer since Mac OS X beta and have been actively involved in open source projects on iOS, macOS and Linux for more than 20 years. I have experience working with distributed teams across the world and I worked 3 years in a fully remote startup.
Freelance Functions developer in Turkey
* I am an Experienced Mobile App Developer using Flutter and Swift. I also have experience with backend development. With over 4 years of experience I can build high performance multi platform applications * I worked in the fintech companies so i'm very familiar with finance domain and the problems that comes with it. The applications in total have over 300.000 downloads, i had changes to learn from customer behaviours and user analytics so i'm familiar with what customers want. * My other skills includes: CI/CD, Google BigQuery Data Analytics, Firebase, Google DataStudio / Looker, UI/UX Design and Test Driven Development.
Freelance Functions developer in the United States
I am an experienced full-stack software developer with over 17 years of architecting and engineering software solutions under my belt, with a primary focus on web technologies, but also a considerable amount of experience working on native desktop and console applications. I thrive using a self-developed workflow dubbed Continuous Agile Software Engineering, which allows me to deliver features and finish projects in a timely manner, while also assuring that they are bug free and every part of the application works as expected. Some of my specialties include building modern, single page websites; Architecting and developing high performance reporting; Architecting and developing high performance APIs and background services; Refactoring legacy code; And creating responsive layouts.
Freelance Functions developer in the United States
I am a Security/Cloud/DevOps Software Engineer with experience in C++, Python, Ruby, and various cybersecurity tools. I have worked as a Cloud Software Engineer at ArcticWolf, where I debugged customer environments and implemented database API applications. I also have experience as a Security Software Engineer at Broadcom, where I worked on security features and built major WAF features. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Waterloo.
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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 Functions 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 Functions developers can help keep your website up-to-date.
To hire a Functions 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 Functions developers effectively and efficiently. Hire full-time Functions 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 Functions 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 350,000 developers around the world. With that said, the free plan will not give you access to pre-vetted Functions 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 Functions developer for your company, and let Arc handle the logistics.
There are two types of platforms you can hire Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions developers, consider niche platforms like Arc that naturally attract and carefully vet their Functions developers for hire. This way, you’ll save time and related hiring costs by only interviewing the most suitable remote Functions developer candidates.
Some factors to consider when you hire Functions 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 Functions developers for hire.
Writing a good Functions developer job description is crucial in helping you hire Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions programmers, read our Software Engineer Job Description Guide & Templates.
The top five technical skills Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions developers to keep up with evolving technology and requirements.
You can find a variety of Functions developers for hire on Arc! At Arc, you can hire on a freelance, full-time, part-time, or contract-to-hire basis. For freelance Functions programmers, Arc matches you with the right senior developer in roughly 72 hours. As for full-time remote Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions developers with both freelance and full-time jobs. We’ve successfully helped Silicon Valley startups and larger tech companies like Spotify and Automattic hire Functions developers.
Every Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions developers, you can rest assured that all remote Functions 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 Functions developers before we present them to you. As such, all the remote Functions 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 350,000 candidates. You can also expect to hire a freelance Functions programmer in 72 hours, or find a full-time Functions 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.”
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Depending on the freelance developer job board you use, freelance remote Functions developers' hourly rates can vary drastically. For instance, if you're looking on general marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find Functions 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 Functions 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 Functions 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.
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