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Fahim C., freelance Legacy Code developer
Fahim C.
Bangladesh
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Senior Freelance Legacy Code Developer

I'm an Android engineer with ~10 years of experience of developing production-grade Android applications. I excel at integrating back-end services, orchestrating CI/CD pipelines, optimizing app performance, memory management and writing clean, maintainable and testable code. I specialize in working with legacy codebases. I have proven team management and recruitment skills. I'm seeking a senior-level position where I can lead a team of developers and create innovative mobile solutions that meet business objectives, generate revenue and exceed user expectations.

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Lois B., Legacy Code developer for hire
Lois B.
Nigeria
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Senior Freelance Legacy Code Developer

Senior PHP Developer with 6+ years of experience in PHP development, Symfony, Zend and Laravel, adept in SQL, Docker, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure. Expertise in legacy PHP and Laravel codebases, with achievements in optimizing MySQL queries, improving application performance with Redis, and implementing CI/CD pipelines. Experienced in Agile methodologies and effectively communicating with international clients. Well-versed in domain handling, hosting solutions, and site reliability engineering, with a DevOps mindset to ensure projects are not just code-complete but production ready.

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Muhammad A., Legacy Code freelance programmer
Muhammad A.
Egypt
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Senior Freelance Legacy Code Developer

I'm a software engineer with 15+ years of experince developing desktop and web application and tools using C# and C++, I've a passion for learning new stuff, also I'm a long time gamer (PC and playstation).

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Makhlug J., Legacy Code freelance developer
Makhlug J.
Hungary
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Freelance Legacy Code Developer

A dedicated and experienced Software Developer with a strong background in Computer Science, a passion for advancing skills and knowledge, and hands-on experience in software development, bug fixing, and code refactoring. Proven ability to improve reliability, scalability, and maintainability of projects.

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Ivan M., Legacy Code developer for hire
Ivan M.
Ireland
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Remote Legacy Code Developer

I have 5 years of experience as a software engineer, proficient in a wide range of technologies for developing web and mobile projects. My professional traits include resilience, self-motivation, continuous learning, hands-on expertise, a strong sense of ownership, effective communication skills, and a natural aptitude for leadership within a team. Furthermore, I possess a solid background in the business domain, built on years of experience.

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Tiago S., freelance Legacy Code developer
Tiago S.
Brazil
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Remote Legacy Code Developer

I work as a Frontend Developer, already worked with the following technologies: React, Typescript, Next, Javscript, Git, Github, GitLab, Azure DevOps, HTML, CSS, SASS, LESS, Styled Components, and UI Frameworks. I have had a brief experience with React Native, JQuery, Jest, and Enzyme for tests. I am a team player and proactive person who thrives in collaborative environments. I possess strong problem-solving skills and am always willing to go the extra mile to achieve team goals. I try whenever I can to dig into new technologies and enhance my knowledge

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Precious A., Legacy Code freelance programmer
Precious A.
Nigeria
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Senior Freelance Legacy Code Developer

A result-oriented developer and mentor with 8+ years of professional experience. Precious possesses excellent communication skills, is a joy to work with, and takes initiative where necessary. With every task, He prioritizes excellence, precision, and speed, with a proven track record.

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Raywon K., freelance Legacy Code programmer
Raywon K.
Sweden
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Senior Freelance Legacy Code Developer

Highly motivated and a driven individual with knowledge and expertise on DevOps, Cloud Computing, Software Development, Computer Networking. Passionate about designing, building large scale systems that are highly available, fault tolerant, resilient, secure, cloud enabled, and setting examples on how a well architected system should look like. One of those who always goes back to the drawing board to solve problems.

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Moses A., freelance Legacy Code developer
Moses A.
United Kingdom
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Senior Freelance Legacy Code Developer

Senior DevOps, DevSecOps, and Enterprise Architect with over 10 years in Architecting and Impementing Highly Performant, Highly Scalable and Highly Secure Systems that conform to Industry Best Practices. I have had the privilege of serving in the Health, Finance, Insurance, Manufacturing, Educational and Power sectors. I have also had hands on experience in designing and implementing Zero Trust Infrastructure, ISO 27001 and SOC II Compliant Architcture and Processes. I take pride in mentoring the younger generation and I have many success stories. I am very compatible with working within GMT -8 to GMT +3 timezones with 6 to 8 hour overlaps. Skills and Technology: C#, Python, Node.js, .Net Core, [ASP.Net](http://asp.net/) MVC, Worker Services, Django, Express.js, Microservices, Docker, APIs, Git, Jenkins, Octopus, CircleCI, Kubernetes, MongoDb, SQL Server, Elasticsearch, Redis, Service Bus, RabbitMQ, MySQL, PostgresDB, AWS, GCP, Azure, Agile, NoSQL, TDD, DevOps, DevSecOps, CICD, Biometrics, Team Management, System Admin, Mentor, ClickUp, JIRA, Terraform

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Why hire a Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers can help keep your website up-to-date.

How do I hire Legacy Code developers?

To hire a Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers effectively and efficiently. Hire full-time Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developer for your company, and let Arc handle the logistics.

Where do I hire the best remote Legacy Code developers?

There are two types of platforms you can hire Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers, consider niche platforms like Arc that naturally attract and carefully vet their Legacy Code developers for hire. This way, you’ll save time and related hiring costs by only interviewing the most suitable remote Legacy Code developer candidates.

Some factors to consider when you hire Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers for hire.

How do I write a Legacy Code developer job description?

Writing a good Legacy Code developer job description is crucial in helping you hire Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code programmers, read our Software Engineer Job Description Guide & Templates.

What skills should I look for in a Legacy Code engineer?

The top five technical skills Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers to keep up with evolving technology and requirements.

What kinds of Legacy Code programmers are available for hire through Arc?

You can find a variety of Legacy Code developers for hire on Arc! At Arc, you can hire on a freelance, full-time, part-time, or contract-to-hire basis. For freelance Legacy Code programmers, Arc matches you with the right senior developer in roughly 72 hours. As for full-time remote Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers?

Arc is trusted by hundreds of startups and tech companies around the world, and we’ve matched thousands of skilled Legacy Code developers with both freelance and full-time jobs. We’ve successfully helped Silicon Valley startups and larger tech companies like Spotify and Automattic hire Legacy Code developers.

Every Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code skills?

Arc has a rigorous and transparent vetting process for all types of developers. To become a vetted Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers, you can rest assured that all remote Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers on Arc?

Arc pre-screens all of our remote Legacy Code developers before we present them to you. As such, all the remote Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code programmer in 72 hours, or find a full-time Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers.

How much does a freelance Legacy Code developer charge per hour?

Depending on the freelance developer job board you use, freelance remote Legacy Code developers' hourly rates can vary drastically. For instance, if you're looking on general marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code 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 Legacy Code developers, check out our FAQs page.

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