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Bear W., Substrate developer for hire
Bear W.

Substrate developer in China

Blockchain Engineer with a Bachelor's in Computer Science and over five years of experience in blockchain technology. Knowl-edgeable about Ethereum, including both Layer 1 and Layer 2, and the Polkadot platform. Enthusiastic about contributing to open-source projects and helping build the Web3 infrastructure. Skilled in English, both written and spoken, which allows for successful teamwork with people all over the world.

Murtaza I., Substrate freelance developer
Murtaza I.

Freelance Substrate developer in Pakistan

I have only 0.17 centuries of total experience in software engineering enterprise applications. For the past 5 years, I have been qualitatively researching, architecting, and engineering web3 and blockchain ecosystems. I have been mentoring teams making them champions starting from baby steps. Decentralized fintech verticals I have chief architectured include greenhouses, social insurance, supply chains, and cryptocurrencies. I have engineered digital signing and cryptographic algorithms leading to top products in algorithmic trading. I love to dive deep to the rock bottom and reach the forensics till the fossils in the business and technical vertical. Please reach out if you think I’m a good fit for your organization. I make the organizations reach the fortunate infinity.

Fardeen M., Substrate freelance developer
Fardeen M.

Freelance Substrate developer in Pakistan

Detail-oriented and seasoned Full-Stack Engineer with over 6 years of experience in designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge web applications. Proficient in both front-end and back-end technologies, ensuring seamless integration and optimal user experience. Extremely skillful with JavaScript, React, Angular, Vue.js, Node, PHP, Laravel, Django, MongoDB and Test-Driven Development practice. And also, I am Blockchain Developer with expertise in Web3, Solana, Solidity and Rust. Demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional teams, fostering innovation, and driving projects to successful completion.

Kalanamith M., top Substrate developer
Kalanamith M.

Freelance Substrate developer in New Zealand

Results-driven Engineering Manager with 13 years of expertise in technical leadership for software product development. Specializing in Blockchain, Rust programming, cryptography, and successful management of startup initiatives over the past 6 years **Skills** :- Rust, Cryptography, ED25519, SECP256K1, AES, Dilithium, P2P, Substrate, Ethereum, Distributed, Systems, Decentralised System Design, Python, GIS, PyTorch, Engineering Management, SSI, TypeScript, NodeJS, Linux, Docker, Agile Team Management, Start-up Scaling **Certifications :-** Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), License 1826676 | Certified Scrum Master®, Scrum Alliance License 000467385 Certified Scrum Product Owner® Scrum Alliance License 00046738 | SAFe 4.0 Agilest Certificate ID: 59076929-0065 |Certified Blockchain Expert, License 13780927

Patricio N., Substrate freelance programmer
Patricio N.

Substrate developer in Uruguay

7+ years of experience in the field. I'm a team player, fast-learner and versatile programmer. * Bachelor's Degree in Information Tech/Computer Science. Thesis on crypto value prediction with Deep Learning. * I'm in a constant quest for challenges and never afraid of learning new technologies. * Mainly interested on distributed systems, blockchain, machine learning, and opengl. * I enjoy taking on complex problems and offering innovative solutions, be it code or architecture. * I'm a team player, fast-learner and versatile programmer.

Rohit R., freelance Substrate developer
Rohit R.

Freelance Substrate developer in the United Arab Emirates

Passionate Solution Architect with more than 7 years of professional experience building blockchain solutions like Dapps, Application specific blockchains, interchain/multichain applications, custom smart contracts, etc. using EVM chains, Hyperledger Fabric/Besu, DAML, R3 Corda, Cosmos and Substrate. Experienced professional with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.

Raymond L., Substrate freelance developer
Raymond L.

Substrate developer in Romania

I am a Fullstack Blockchain developer, and have been ... • working with Rust for 3 years building projects on Solana, Polkadot Substrate • working with Solidity for 6 years building projects in Hardhat and Foundry • working with ReactJs(NextJs) Dapp for 5 years, and TypeScript for 2 years • working with Go for 1 year building backend APIs building projects on Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot Substrate, Radix Scrypto, Rust backend APIs, DeFi and NFTs. My strength comes from constantly checking out the best and the latest tools/frameworks for different use cases. The biggest attribute I can bring is my passion for cryptocurrencies and web3 decentralized technologies. I like how web3 is bringing more prosperity and improvement in our world economy. I am confident about my ability and I endeavor to put my best effort in my work everyday, with a pro-active I-can-do attitude in what I do. Thank you & Regards, Raymond Lieu

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

How do I hire Substrate developers?

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

Where do I hire the best remote Substrate developers?

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

Some factors to consider when you hire Substrate 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 Substrate developers for hire.

How do I write a Substrate developer job description?

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

What skills should I look for in a Substrate engineer?

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

What kinds of Substrate programmers are available for hire through Arc?

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

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

Every Substrate 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 Substrate 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 Substrate 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 Substrate skills?

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

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

How much does a freelance Substrate developer charge per hour?

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

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