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Developer, consultant, educator, speaker. I developed EDteam backend platform. I did the migration consulting platform of other languages to golang.
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United States
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I am a dynamic and innovative full stack web developer who thrives on pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the digital realm. With a keen eye for detail and a relentless drive for excellence, I am passionate about exploring uncharted territories in code. My goal is to create unique and cutting-edge web solutions that not only meet my clients' needs, but exceed their expectations. With a diverse skill set that includes expertise in agile methodology, JavaScript, debugging, ReactJS, NodeJS, MongoDB, ExpressJS, WordPress, API development and integration, as well as Git/GitHub, I bring a holistic approach to web development. Whether it's building robust and scalable applications or crafting visually stunning and intuitive user interfaces, I have the tools and knowledge to deliver exceptional results. Currently, I am engaged in exciting projects; however, I am open to new opportunities and would love to explore the possibility of working on additional projects or a long-term remote position as a developer. If you are seeking a passionate and dedicated full stack web developer who can bring your project to new heights, please don't hesitate to reach out. Let's discuss how I can leverage my skills and expertise to help you achieve success.
Git • 5 yrs
JavaScript • 6 yrs
WordPress • 5 yrs
React • 4 yrs
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HTML/CSS • 6 yrs
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Uruguay
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I've been writing code since 2007 and getting paid for it since 2013 (outside of college), a bit over a year since getting my BS in software engineering from [UNET](http://www.unet.edu.ve/). I fell in love with mobile development, primarily because of the app's fad back then. Now, more than a decade since smartphones made their way into our everyday lives it's not a trend anymore: it's the standard. If you don't have a digital mobile presence, a.k.a. a site/app that looks well and performs properly on a mobile device then you (or the team behind your business/company) are doing something wrong. Beyond that, I like reading ([A LOT](https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/95758480-mauricio-chirino)), also collaborating, and [give back](https://stackoverflow.com/users/2376336/mauricio-chirino) to the community when time and family obligations allow me to. Feel free to [reach me out](https://github.com/mchirino89) or leave some [comment](https://twitter.com/Chirino89M). If it's a business/idea topic you can also [find me around](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauriciochirino/) with a more serious face 👨🏽💻 I'm a big believer in crypto power and that lead me to work on [Bitso](https://bitso.com), one of the most valuable fintech in Latin America. You can read more about me and my work philosophy on my [blog](geekingwithmauri.com)
Git • 10 yrs
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Swift • 9 yrsCI/CD • 3 yrsSwiftUI • 2 yrsXcodeUnit TestingFastlaneObject-Oriented Programming
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Egypt
Senior Freelance Git branch Developer
Is it an old Client Jar that you want to integrate to your Microservice ? or Do you want your users to open their pass on Apple Wallet ? or Boosting your kickoff using Docker Containers to simulate Production-like ENV for having seed Pilots ? or Securing your BE application customizing JWT with Spring Security ? or Integrating Spring to Oracle NoSQL ? or Mapping your application's SOA components to JakartaEE technology ? or Are you getting an unfamiliar DB error that turns out to be in PL/SQL Java Classes ? or Are you having an MQ Connection leakage that's consuming your memory ? or Are you tracing your EAR deployment Application Server logs to find out that ClassLoader can't load MDB ? or Are you avoiding having a shining SPOF where you want KT to be across your team through mentoring, pair programming, LLD documentation, ..etc ? No matter what is your answer to these questions because my answer was NO before relying on me to accomplish it. I'm a results-oriented SW Engineer capable of digging deeper in the technology & learning on the job fulfilling quality, time & KT. Also, I've experience working remotely with distributed teams across different countries.
Git • 8 yrs
SQL • 8 yrs
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Brazil
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A highly driven and successful Senior Software Development Engineer with a passion for delivering exceptional results in a diverse range of industries. Full lifecycle solutions including design, development, implementation and testing of back-end, front-end, system architecture and next generation applications. Thriving under pressure and managing complex projects with enthusiasm and creativity. An excellent communicator, engaging stakeholders and a proven ability to lead multidiscipline teams. A true problem solver with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage a large workload of diverse activities. Fluent in English and Portuguese with Intermediate Spanish; passionate about technology and partnering with clients across continents. A dedicated project leader; managing budgets and deadlines, inspiring colleagues and providing coaching to junior team members. Certified Scrum Master and Certified Scrum Product Owner. Deep understanding of business with commercial awareness, transforming strong business requirements to winning software solutions.
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United States
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Seasoned freelance software developer based in Boston, Massachusetts, with well over a decade of experience as both a technical lead and primary contributor. Architect of software solutions, including full stack React applications, deep integrations, and backend APIs with database design. Held senior roles at HubSpot, Zipcar, and Boston Globe Media, leading significant front-end and full-stack development projects.
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Drupal • 10 yrsWordPress • 10 yrsHTML/CSS • 10 yrsBash • 9 yrs
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As a seasoned full-stack developer and certified cloud developer with over 14 years of diverse IT experience, I bring knowledge and expertise to every project. My proficiency spans Java 21, SpringBoot, Spring Cloud, Python, OSGi, Node.js, Angular, and TypeScript, ensuring robust and scalable solutions tailored to client needs. Experienced senior Java developer with expertise in integrating Azure OpenAI services and large language models (LLMs) to build AI-driven solutions. Proficient in leveraging gRPC, Java 21, and Python for real-time AI applications, especially in the healthcare domain. My hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes enables me to create efficient, containerized applications that streamline development and deployment processes. Furthermore, I have vast DevOps experience, expertly utilizing Azure ADO, Git, and CI/CD pipelines to enhance development workflows and ensure seamless integration and delivery. As a certified Azure Cloud Developer, I specialize in designing and implementing cloud infrastructure that drives innovation, operational efficiency, and scalability. I have successfully architected and deployed numerous cloud-based solutions, leveraging the power of Azure to deliver high-performance, secure, and cost-effective systems. I possess strong communication skills and excel in distributed environments, ensuring clear and effective collaboration with distributed teams and clients. My ability to articulate complex technical concepts simply has been instrumental in driving project success. I have significant experience in Kafka, building RESTful services, and working within a microservices environment, which allows for scalable, resilient, and maintainable software architecture.
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Brazil
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**Senior Flutter Engineer | Ex-Spotify | 14+ YOE** 🚀 I help companies build high-quality Flutter applications! 🚀 As a Senior Flutter Engineer with over 14 years of experience, I'm fueled by an unwavering passion for creating applications that inspire and empower users. My ultimate goal is to build something I'm genuinely proud of, with a relentless focus on delivering a beautiful UI that enhances the user experience. I firmly believe that a well-designed and aesthetically pleasing UI is more than just eye candy – it's the heart of a successful app. Every pixel matters, directly impacting how users interact and connect with the product. Being a dedicated advocate for user experience, I've actively participated in countless user testing sessions. These experiences have honed my ability to reason and analyze designs, ensuring that they resonate with the end user. An app's true success lies in its ability to seamlessly solve problems and meet the needs of its users. For me, code quality is more than just a buzzword – it's the cornerstone of my professional career. I've invested significant time and effort in mastering the art of building great code that stands the test of time. I attribute code quality to three vital aspects: rock-solid software architecture, a comprehensive suite of automated tests, and the paramount importance of writing clean, readable code. I embrace every opportunity to optimize and refine the codebase, ensuring that my projects are maintainable and scalable. In the ever-evolving world of technology, the pursuit of code quality is not just a job – it's my lifelong commitment. If you're passionate about creating impactful apps that resonate with users, let's connect and explore how we can collaborate on exciting ventures together! 🤝🚀
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Android • 10 yrsGitHub • 8 yrsGitHub Actions • 5 yrsDartTest driven developmentSoftware architectureMapbox+8
Brazil
Senior Git branch Developer
Hello there, I'm a Software Engineer since 2008. For the past seven years, I have specialized in mobile app development. I had the chance to work with both Android and iOS native platforms but nowadays my focus is on iOS using Swift, UIKit, and also SwifUI. I was able to contribute to leading market companies such as Shell Gas Stations and Renner Stores that had millions of users daily and also startups in the first steps of life, such as Able and YouAgro. Also, I was exposed to several different markets, such as e-commerce, finance, pharmaceutical, agribusiness, and a few other consumer apps. As an excellent communicator, I have the flexibility to work well as an independent developer as well as a part of a development team.
Git • 8 yrsSwift • 7 yrsiOS • 7 yrsSwiftUI • 1 yrsAgile • 10 yrsUIKit • 7 yrsStartups • 5 yrsSQL • 5 yrsMentoring • 4 yrsObjective-C • 1 yrsGitHubCocoaPodsJiraGoogle Cloud PlatformCI/CDXcodeUnit TestingAzureFirebaseVIPER+16
India
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I am Arushi Singhal, Software Engineer at Amazon. I have a keen interest in Algorithmic Problem Solving and have been programming for around 7 years now. I interned in Summer 2019 at Google as a Software Engineer. In Summer 2018, I did a Machine Learning internship at Robert Bosch Engineering and Private Limited, Bangalore, India (RBEI). I have multiple experiences of back-end development for large-scale systems. During my internships, I worked with Python and machine learning libraries in Python, Java, gRPC, Protocol Buffer, Google Guice and Google’s Internal Frameworks, Django, Ruby on Rails. I have also contributed to many open-source projects, including the Linux Kernel. I have submitted over 50 patches to kernel code. My other contribution to Open Source can be seen on my GitHub Profile. I am also passionate about mentoring and motivating people to contribute to open-source projects and was Google Code-In Mentor in 2017 for OpenWISP and Sugar Labs. I also worked as a Computer Science Instructor at CodeConnect, where we as an instructor ensure that our computer science education is accessible, empowering, and supportive for the next generation, and committed to our mission of increasing diversity in tech. In CodeConnect, I gave Python lectures to Pre-University students. I also used to be a Student Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant and I find teaching/mentoring extremely motivating - sometimes I'd get introduced to new interesting topics that I'd probably never think of finding out about on my own if it wasn't for the purpose of explaining it to someone else. Sometimes I'd get a completely new perspective on subjects I thought I knew when trying to find a way to present it to someone else. I'd really love to keep learning this way. One of the topics I'm always happy to talk about are the interviews - I've done a fair share of them, most of them in top tech companies and I would love to share what I've observed so far. I'm always up for tackling interesting interview questions, doing mock interviews or just giving resume tips (I got my interviews at Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft, Google and also at open-source communities without a referral, so I might help you with reviewing your resume to make it stand out. :)) Other than that, you can always reach out to me if you have questions related to Java, Python, R, Matlab, C, C++, Data Structures, Algorithms, SQL, GIT, Mathematics etc. I try to keep my knowledge and skills up to date and learn something new every day by helping you! Being a researcher, quick learner and having software development experience, I believe I am a good fit for mentoring.
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R • 4 yrsXML • 4 yrs
JSON • 4 yrsBash • 4 yrsAWS • 3 yrsXSLT • 3 yrsInterview Skills • 2 yrs
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Why hire a Git branch developer?
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 Git branch 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 Git branch developers can help keep your website up-to-date.
How do I hire Git branch developers?
To hire a Git branch 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 Git branch developers effectively and efficiently. Hire full-time Git branch 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 Git branch 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 Git branch 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 Git branch developer for your company, and let Arc handle the logistics.
Where do I hire the best remote Git branch developers?
There are two types of platforms you can hire Git branch 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 Git branch 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 Git branch developers, consider niche platforms like Arc that naturally attract and carefully vet their Git branch developers for hire. This way, you’ll save time and related hiring costs by only interviewing the most suitable remote Git branch developer candidates.
Some factors to consider when you hire Git branch 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 Git branch developers for hire.
How do I write a Git branch developer job description?
Writing a good Git branch developer job description is crucial in helping you hire Git branch 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 Git branch 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 Git branch programmers, read our Software Engineer Job Description Guide & Templates.
What skills should I look for in a Git branch engineer?
The top five technical skills Git branch 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 Git branch 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 Git branch developers to keep up with evolving technology and requirements.
What kinds of Git branch programmers are available for hire through Arc?
You can find a variety of Git branch developers for hire on Arc! At Arc, you can hire on a freelance, full-time, part-time, or contract-to-hire basis. For freelance Git branch programmers, Arc matches you with the right senior developer in roughly 72 hours. As for full-time remote Git branch 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 Git branch developers for hire are all mid-level and senior-level professionals. They are ready to start coding straight away, anytime, anywhere.
Why is Arc the best choice for hiring Git branch developers?
Arc is trusted by hundreds of startups and tech companies around the world, and we’ve matched thousands of skilled Git branch developers with both freelance and full-time jobs. We’ve successfully helped Silicon Valley startups and larger tech companies like Spotify and Automattic hire Git branch developers.
Every Git branch 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 Git branch 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 Git branch 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.
How does Arc vet a developer’s Git branch skills?
Arc has a rigorous and transparent vetting process for all types of developers. To become a vetted Git branch 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 Git branch 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 Git branch developers, you can rest assured that all remote Git branch developers have been thoroughly vetted for the high-caliber communication and technical skills you need in a successful hire.
How long does it take to find Git branch developers on Arc?
Arc pre-screens all of our remote Git branch developers before we present them to you. As such, all the remote Git branch 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 Git branch programmer in 72 hours, or find a full-time Git branch programmer that fits your company’s needs in 14 days.
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How much does a freelance Git branch developer charge per hour?
Depending on the freelance developer job board you use, freelance remote Git branch developers' hourly rates can vary drastically. For instance, if you're looking on general marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find Git branch 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 Git branch 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.
How much does it cost to hire a full time Git branch developer?
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 Git branch 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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