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Senior NixOS Developer
I am a Senior Systems Engineer with experience in systems automation, project management, and stakeholder management. I have expertise in various languages and tools such as Nix, Rust, Typescript, Python, Docker, Ansible, and more. I have worked on projects involving inventory database development, private cloud hardware auditing, and digitization of business operations. I have a degree in Computational Problem Solving & Software Development from Dublin City University.
Senior Freelance NixOS Developer
I've covered many roles, starting as a Web developer / Functional Analyst (mainly in .NET & PHP) - then moving to full back-end architect/developer in C++/Linux of fully distributed systems using RPC. Later on I moved to maintenance where I reached Technical Operations Manager for 4 projects in Oceania Region. After that I Managed 2 teams (~9 people on average) on a fully remote environment using Java/SpringBoot and React. In between those main experiences I've done freelance developing for many companies.
Senior Freelance NixOS Developer
Welcome! Let's make things together that make things better. My name is Beaei and I am a deeply passionate about effectiveness, long-term thinking, systems thinking, and technology that makes us live better. I'm currently on the Core Development Team of Amply Power. I also was the founding co-lead of Thinkful's first Full Time Bootcamp, back when we became the #1 Bootcamp Nationally according to Course Reports. I'm also currently the lead architect on software that makes it easy for community cooperatives to study their easier and more effective. The project is React/Redux, Node.js, MySQL, with a Docker/Kubernetes deployment coming very soon. I'm also extremely passionate about Test Driven Development and love teaching Enzyme, Chai HTTP, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Jest, Mocha, all the things. Also passionate about design: HTML, CSS, SASS, LESS, Material UI, Bootstrap and usability testing. DBs: PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, Mongo, Redis, CouchDB, GraphQL Also a polyglot: C, C++, LISP, Scheme, Java, Bash Experience in Digital Ocean, AWS and GCloud. I'm also available to help you study any kind of service organization as a system. And I do technical evaluations, train the trainer, teacher training, and facilitation training (for planning, meetings, presentations, design, code readings, mediation and more).
Freelance NixOS Developer
Looking for remote position as junior software developer, interested in acquiring experience. SCADA/PLC expert in Wetox team. Continuously learning reverse engineering and theorem proof-making.
Senior NixOS Developer
Long time remote DevOps specialist with expertise in Kubernetes, Linux, and cloud technologies. I have experience working in the cryptocurrency industry and have mentored junior engineers. Skilled in DevOps, infrastructure planning, and implementing best practices. Outside of work, I enjoy gaming, motorbikes, and electronics tinkering and being a Scout leader.
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A 21-year old Software Engineer with a deeply curious and passionate mind on computing. Has 5+ years with back-end development using technologies such as Rust, Node.js and Go, but also has a fond interest on other aspects of Computer Science, such as databases systems development, compilers and distributed systems.
Senior Freelance NixOS Developer
Software engineer with 20 years' experience in various types of companies (research, startup, government, consultancy) across three countries (Switzerland, UK, New Zealand). Currently working mostly with Python, Bash, Nix, Linux, and AWS. Contributed patches to Git, nixpkgs, and many other open source projects.
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Get startedIn 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 NixOS 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 NixOS developers can help keep your website up-to-date.
To hire a NixOS 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 NixOS developers effectively and efficiently. Hire full-time NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS developer for your company, and let Arc handle the logistics.
There are two types of platforms you can hire NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS developers, consider niche platforms like Arc that naturally attract and carefully vet their NixOS developers for hire. This way, you’ll save time and related hiring costs by only interviewing the most suitable remote NixOS developer candidates.
Some factors to consider when you hire NixOS 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 NixOS developers for hire.
Writing a good NixOS developer job description is crucial in helping you hire NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS programmers, read our Software Engineer Job Description Guide & Templates.
The top five technical skills NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS developers to keep up with evolving technology and requirements.
You can find a variety of NixOS developers for hire on Arc! At Arc, you can hire on a freelance, full-time, part-time, or contract-to-hire basis. For freelance NixOS programmers, Arc matches you with the right senior developer in roughly 72 hours. As for full-time remote NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS developers with both freelance and full-time jobs. We’ve successfully helped Silicon Valley startups and larger tech companies like Spotify and Automattic hire NixOS developers.
Every NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS developers, you can rest assured that all remote NixOS 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 NixOS developers before we present them to you. As such, all the remote NixOS 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 NixOS programmer in 72 hours, or find a full-time NixOS 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 NixOS developers' hourly rates can vary drastically. For instance, if you're looking on general marketplaces like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS 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 NixOS developers, check out our FAQs page.
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