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Fabian C., freelance Unicorn programmer
Fabian C.
Canada
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Professional full-stack web developer with almost seven years of experience developing, designing and maintaining logistics, administrative and accountancy web solutions. My experience, attitude, and expertise in various front-end frameworks in the market, along with my extensive proficiency in the Microsoft suite (C#, .Net, Azure), have enabled me to perform dynamically and effectively, including taking the lead on technology transformation projects within the teams I'm a part of. I'm a detail-oriented, committed and optimistic collaborator, I like to think new ideas for giving value to our clients and improving our processes.

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Shridhar N., Unicorn freelance programmer
Shridhar N.
India
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Over 20 years experience in the Information Technology industry across different platforms. Expertise in using UNIX, Docker, Python, FastAPI, Uvicorn, SQLAlchemy, C, C++, CORBA, Java, RMI, JDBC, Java Servlets, Java Swing, Websphere , Pro\*C, PL/SQL, UML, Informix, ORACLE, HTML,CSS, JavaScript, React, X-WINDOWS, MOTIF, X-View DevGuide, DbuimX, Git, Clearcase ,CVS , Perl, Tcl/Tk, TCP/IP , RPC, LEX, YACC, shell programming , Object Oriented Analysis , Design, Production support and System Engineering. Excellent communication and analytical skills that can be vital to a client in the field of software development and maintenance.

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Fabio C., freelance Unicorn developer
Fabio C.
Italy
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I'm a passionate, self-taught **full-stack developer** based in **Torino, Italy**. 🇮🇹 🤌 I'm a perfectionist and I have a keen eye for details. 🧐 I work mainly with [**Python**, **Django**](https://github.com/fabiocaccamo?tab=repositories&q=python-&type=source&language=&sort=stargazers) and **Vue.js**. I love Open-Source and give back to the community.

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Rubén G., freelance Unicorn developer
Rubén G.
Australia
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I am a dedicated technophile with an unwavering passion for technology and a relentless drive to continuously expand my knowledge. My journey in the dynamic tech world has fueled my curiosity, and I approach each day as an opportunity to learn and grow. With a warm and collaborative nature, I thrive in team settings, fostering a positive atmosphere and connecting with others to tackle challenges effectively.

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hatim T., freelance Unicorn developer
hatim T.
India
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Senior Unicorn Developer

Experienced Software Developer | formerly at Amazon Designed, constructed, and managed scalable real-time backend systems capable of handling approximately 35k queries per second. Additionally, engaged with Big Data to process billions of candidate emails, generating a daily output of approximately 45 million emails. Significantly contributed to an annual $50MM increase in incremental sales through the introduction of new features via A/B experiments and enhancing email relevance. Demonstrated leadership by overseeing projects, managing teams, and delivering products in incremental stages. Facilitated seamless collaboration across diverse teams, gathering requirements and integrating new features effectively. Provided essential client support, swiftly addressing inquiries and fulfilling feature requests. Skillfully communicated project progress, experiment outcomes, and performance to stakeholders, leaders, and managers. Mentored junior team members, guiding them to adopt superior software practices and fostering their growth to advanced proficiency.

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John S.
Thailand
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Held multiple managerial positions in construction, skilled. Currently managing small nursery company, and co managing a language tutor. Nursery has enjoyed top seller on our online platform, with 96%+ 5 star rating from our customers Language tutor offers bespoke lesson plans to all ages.

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Andrei B., freelance Unicorn programmer
Andrei B.
Slovenia
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I have production experience with systems architecture design, trading infrastructure design and development, API development and integration, integration testing, and crypto-trading automation. My main hobby is competition sport shooting(IPSC), and my professional interest is in distributed systems. I have been working only remotely since 2015.

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Muhammad A., Unicorn freelance programmer
Muhammad A.
Pakistan
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Senior Freelance Unicorn Developer

* 5+ years of experience in Python development, developing solutions for startups and large organizations in various industry verticals. * Proficient in a wide range of languages & technologies including Python, Django, FastApi, Flask, Pyramid, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, Vue.js, and Next.js. * Led the development process for 10+ projects from conception to deployment. * Worked individually and in teams as a developer, whilst working with large groups and startups.

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Cesar F., freelance Unicorn developer
Cesar F.
Colombia
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Freelance Unicorn Developer

I am a Python Developer Python Developer with 5 years of experience in web development using Python, Django, and Django Rest Framework. Specialized in frontend technologies such as React, Vue.js, and Quasar, with a focus on UX. Strong foundation in containerization with Docker and cloud deployment, experience in AWS. knowledge in database management (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and agile methodologies (Scrum, Shapeup). Experience in designing serverless architectures and developing microservices. Key contributor in strategic planning and product roadmap creation. Proficient in tools like Bitbucket and Jira in agile environments.

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Why hire an Unicorn 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 an Unicorn 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 Unicorn developers can help keep your website up-to-date.

How do I hire Unicorn developers?

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

Where do I hire the best remote Unicorn developers?

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

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

How do I write an Unicorn developer job description?

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

What skills should I look for in an Unicorn engineer?

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

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

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

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

Every Unicorn 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 Unicorn 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 Unicorn 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 Unicorn skills?

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

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

How much does a freelance Unicorn developer charge per hour?

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

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