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Marcelo Grebois

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
Germany
Toptal Member Since February 4, 2021

Marcelo is an experienced technology leader, infrastructure solutions expert, open-source advocate, and multilingual. With more than 24 years of expertise in purpose-led high availability infrastructure solutions, he has excelled in engineering to executive leadership positions across Europe and Latin America. Marcelo focuses on building highly automated systems and has consistently delivered exceptional results. He is an open source enthusiast, CNCF contributor, AWS certified, and IETF writer.

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Evgeny Yashin

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
New Zealand
Toptal Member Since May 22, 2018

Evgeny is an accomplished developer with over 20 years of expertise in diverse projects, including multimedia, finance, IT security, music, video, and games. Proficient in C++, C#, Rust, and Python, he demonstrates remarkable adaptability in assimilating new technologies, seamlessly immersing himself in novel domains. With a keen understanding of algorithms, Evgeny excels in troubleshooting and resolving complex threading and memory corruption issues.

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Erkan Okuyan

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
Turkey
Toptal Member Since February 8, 2022

Erkan is a software developer and team leader with expertise in implementing efficient algorithms on platforms with limited computational capability. As a developer, he has applied various computer vision algorithms to embedded environments for several defense projects, including missile seeker heads, head-mounted displays, and missile warning systems. Erkan has also led a team of over eight engineers to develop and carry out computer vision solutions for around ten active defense projects.

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Xiao Huang

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
Germany
Toptal Member Since March 11, 2021

Xiao is a software engineer with several years of professional experience in developing large-scale software primarily in automotive, including autonomous driving, navigation systems, etc. Xiao's primary language is C++, but he also has development experience in Python, MATLAB, and CUDA. Other than delivering products, Xiao has worked on build systems and continuous integration pipelines.

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Andrey Bocharnikov

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
United Arab Emirates
Toptal Member Since February 13, 2015

Andrey has over 15 years of experience developing desktop, server, web, and mobile applications for MacOS, Windows, and Linux. He has proven himself in projects such as optimizing bioinformatics algorithms for CUDA-enabled devices. Andrey also has experience as a team leader and tech leader.

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Nathan Weston

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
United States
Toptal Member Since June 24, 2019

Nathan has over 15 years of experience developing applications with a wide range of technologies. He's led the development team for Sapphire, a professional visual effects package, for over five years, during which time the team never missed a deadline. His focus is on system software, high-performance code, and back-end development. He enjoys the flexibility of freelancing and the challenge of taking on a wide range of projects.

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Gurgen Hovhannisyan

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
United Kingdom
Toptal Member Since April 22, 2016

Gurgen is a seasoned software engineer with 10+ years of experience specializing in Python, workflow orchestration, and scalable back-end systems. At Bloomberg, he optimized and enhanced critical orchestration tools, improving performance and scalability. With expertise in data engineering, CI/CD, debugging complex systems, and introducing innovative solutions, Gurgen consistently delivers efficient, high-quality results while collaborating seamlessly with teams and stakeholders.

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Hemen Ashodia

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
India
Toptal Member Since April 3, 2018

Hemen has over 14 years of experience in full-stack development and 10 with machine learning, contributing to hundreds of ML projects. He possesses hard-to-find expertise in artificial neural networks, deep learning, reinforcement learning, and generative adversarial networks. Hemen has also worked for companies that were later acquired by Intel, mainly for their machine learning development. He has worked with notable companies like Bitcoin.com, Tala, and Johnson & Johnson.

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Frank Buss

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
Germany
Toptal Member Since June 24, 2022

Frank is a professional programmer and electronic circuits designer with industry experience since 1996. He contributed to many projects, including developing back-end software in Java, FPGA programming in VHDL, and C++ programming for desktop applications. Frank also developed circuits for IoT and medical devices and implemented the firmware.

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Tommy Garcia

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
Brazil
Toptal Member Since September 30, 2016

Boasting two decades of expertise in the software development realm, Tommy stands out as a seasoned professional who has adeptly crafted a plethora of web, desktop, and mobile solutions. His proficiency with JavaScript-based stacks, Python, and .NET C# is matched by a robust foundation in cloud infrastructure. Beyond development, he enjoys mentoring up-and-coming developers and providing strategic advice on software utilization to optimize business value.

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Element Green

Freelance CUDA Developer
Verified Expert in Engineering
United States
Toptal Member Since April 21, 2021

Element has 35+ years of software development experience, including Linux and embedded systems and website, Android, and graphical user interface (GUI) development. He specializes in D, C, C++, and Python and possesses various other technical and creative skills, including SQL, VHDL on FPGAs, schematic capture, PCB layout, Django, and 3D CAD. Element is self-motivated, enjoys learning new tech, has exemplary communication skills, and prides himself on delivering quality work.

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How to Hire CUDA Programmers Through Toptal

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A Toptal client advisor will work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics.
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Within days, we'll introduce you to the right CUDA developer for your project. Average time to match is under 24 hours.
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How We Source the Top 3% of CUDA Developers

Our name “Toptal” comes from Top Talent—meaning we constantly strive to find and work with the best from around the world. Our rigorous screening process identifies experts in their domains who have passion and drive.

Of the thousands of applications Toptal sees each month, typically fewer than 3% are accepted.

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Capabilities of CUDA Developers

CUDA developers unlock GPU acceleration to improve computational performance in data-intensive systems. By leveraging parallel processing, memory optimization, and familiarity with NVIDIA architecture, they build solutions for real-time image processing, deep learning, scientific simulations, and other high-performance applications. Toptal CUDA programmers deliver scalable code tailored to workloads where speed and precision are non-negotiable.

Accelerated Algorithm Design With GPU Parallelism

High-performance computing demands a different kind of programming mindset. Toptal CUDA developers design and deploy parallel algorithms using CUDA C/C++ to divide large computational tasks across thousands of GPU threads, speeding up execution time without sacrificing accuracy.

Kernel Performance Tuning for Speed and Efficiency

Raw GPU power only delivers results when optimization is precise. Our CUDA developers fine-tune kernel configurations to achieve minimal latency and optimal throughput across NVIDIA platforms.

Code Conversion for GPU Acceleration

Traditional CPU processing often fails to keep pace with compute-intensive tasks. Toptal CUDA programmers refactor critical CPU logic into GPU-executable code, unlocking major speed gains in simulations and data pipelines.

Memory Architecture Planning for CUDA Workloads

Efficient memory usage is central to CUDA performance. Our CUDA developers architect smart memory hierarchies by configuring shared memory to minimize transfer overhead and enable high-bandwidth data access inside GPU workflows.

System Integration for Accelerated Processing

Most high-performance applications combine CUDA with other frameworks. Toptal programmers integrate accelerated functions into complex applications written in C++, Python, or TensorFlow, maintaining stability while extending performance.

Bottleneck Resolution in GPU Environments

Bugs and bottlenecks in GPU code are difficult to isolate. Using tools like Nsight Compute, CUDA-GDB, and nvprof, our developers analyze memory leaks, kernel inefficiencies, and control flow to improve execution speed.

Real-time Pipeline Construction for Low-latency Data

Applications like robotic vision, automated trading, or edge analytics rely on predictable, ultra-low-latency processing. Our CUDA developers build real-time pipelines optimized for responsiveness, even in dynamic environments where timing is critical.

Simulation Performance Enhancement With CUDA

From molecular modeling to fluid dynamics, simulations demand high-precision numerical computation at scale. Toptal CUDA programmers design simulation kernels that harness massive parallelism to deliver precise results in a fraction of the time required on CPUs.

Deep Learning Acceleration With Custom Kernels

Training neural networks is both data- and compute-intensive. Our developers optimize and extend AI frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow with custom CUDA code that accelerates model training and tensor operations across GPUs.

Library Development for Scalable GPU Workflows

Well-designed libraries can increase productivity and improve performance across entire engineering teams. Toptal CUDA developers maintain and extend reusable CUDA modules that streamline common workflows and serve as core infrastructure for long-term GPU development.

FAQs

  • How quickly can you hire with Toptal?

    Typically, you can hire CUDA developers with Toptal in about 48 hours. For larger teams of talent or Managed Delivery, timelines may vary. Our talent matchers are highly skilled in the same fields they’re matching in—they’re not recruiters or HR reps. They’ll work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics, and match you with ideal candidates from our vetted global talent network.

    Once you select your CUDA programmer, you’ll have a no-risk trial period to ensure they’re the perfect fit. Our matching process has a 98% trial-to-hire rate, so you can rest assured that you’re getting the best fit every time.

  • To hire the right CUDA developer, it’s important to evaluate a candidate’s experience, technical skills, and communication skills. You’ll also want to consider the fit with your particular industry, company, and project. Toptal’s rigorous screening process ensures that every member of our network has excellent experience and skills, and our team will match you with the perfect CUDA developers for your project.

  • At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our CUDA programmers to ensure we only match you with the highest caliber of talent. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut.

    In addition to screening for industry-leading expertise, we also assess candidates’ language and interpersonal skills to ensure that you have a smooth working relationship.

    When you hire CUDA developers with Toptal, you’ll always work with world-class, custom-matched CUDA developers ready to help you achieve your goals.

  • You can hire CUDA programmers on an hourly, part-time, or full-time basis. Toptal can also manage the entire project from end-to-end with our Managed Delivery offering. Whether you hire a CUDA developer for a full- or part-time position, you’ll have the control and flexibility to scale your team up or down as your needs evolve. Our CUDA developers can fully integrate into your existing team for a seamless working experience.

  • We make sure that each engagement between you and your CUDA developer begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another CUDA developer who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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    Trusted Talent Only

    Our talent are thoroughly vetted professionals who ramp up quickly, function as essential team members, and deliver results.

  • Precise Matching

    Precise Matching

    Our experienced talent matchers specialize in pairing you with the right fit. They work to understand exactly what you need and hand-select the best professionals for your project.

  • Seamless Hiring

    Seamless Hiring

    We handle all aspects of billing, payments, and NDAs, streamlining the hiring process so you can focus on innovation, not overhead.

  • No-risk Trial Period

    No-risk Trial Period

    We want to be sure your engagement is a total success, so we offer a no-risk trial period. Work with your new hire for up to two weeks and pay only if you’re satisfied.

  • Effortless Scaling

    Effortless Scaling

    Scale your team up or down as needed, with quick and efficient hiring in under 48 hours.

  • Flexible Engagements

    Flexible Engagements

    Choose the engagement type that suits your needs—hourly, part-time, or full-time— and enjoy the flexibility to adjust as needed.

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