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Charles Russell

Tech Freelancer
UTC-06:00
United States
Toptal Member Since August 12, 2021

Charles is a full-stack developer with 10+ years of experience and degrees in design and development. He has expert C# and JavaScript knowledge, industry standards, and best practices. Charles won multiple service awards and promotions for outstanding expertise and discipline as a communications sergeant in the US Army, managing information technology for 100+ users. As the founder of his own company, Charles understands how to deliver successful projects from start to finish.

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Joshua Neuman

Tech Freelancer
UTC-06:00
United States
Toptal Member Since November 23, 2022

Joshua is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with deep experience and knowledge in governance, risk, compliance (GRC), auditing, vulnerability management, network security, and network engineering. He has consulted for both the US government and the private sector. Joshua's previous roles include lead network defense security engineer, product owner and stakeholder, voice over IP (VOIP) engineer, and information assurance lead.

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Eric Grigorian

Tech Freelancer
UTC-05:00
United States
Toptal Member Since October 29, 2024

Eric is a software engineer with over a decade of experience in startups, front-end development, cloud infrastructure, and API integrations. As the co-founder of Routary, he has leveraged React, Next.js, and AI tools to build scalable and user-focused solutions. Eric also has a strong background in leading teams to deliver high-performance digital products, consistently driving innovation and growth.

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Kelechi Emenike

Tech Freelancer
UTC-04:00
Canada
Toptal Member Since May 27, 2024

Kelechi is a seasoned cloud and infrastructure architect with over a decade of experience delivering value using AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud services. He has an extensive background in various industries, including fast-moving consumer goods, health, financial services, and oil and gas. When Kelechi is not building DevOps pipelines, automating infrastructure, or building applications, he teaches, writes technology articles, and offers Udemy courses on Python and SQL.

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Mauricio Fadel Argerich

Tech Freelancer
UTC+01:00
Germany
Toptal Member Since April 23, 2021

Mauricio is a machine learning (ML) scientist and software engineer with 10 years of experience in the tech industry. He's worked on projects related to ML methods and their application to IoT, published in AI and ML journals and conferences, and filed patents in the EU and US. Mauricio is skilled in various APIs, scikit-learn and pandas libraries, and many programming languages, such as Python, SQL, Objective-C, and Java, enabling him to easily implement prototypes and production-ready systems.

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Paul Trestian

Tech Freelancer
UTC+02:00
Romania
Toptal Member Since July 26, 2021

Paul is a tech professional with several years of IT experience—specializing in building Java-based apps deployed on cloud platforms like GCP and AWS Cloud. He's worked in a range of industries, including consumer electronics (Garmin), content protection (Muso), and gambling (Paddy Power Betfair). Paul has also led technical teams, discussed project requirements with business stakeholders, and translated those requirements to the team to deliver a project that meets or exceeds expectations.

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Mohammad Zakaria

Tech Freelancer
UTC+03:00
Qatar
Toptal Member Since December 19, 2023

Mohammad is a seasoned cybersecurity professional who excels in translating cybersecurity into practical business language. He is well-versed in standards such as ISO 27001 and ISO 22301, GDPR, NIST cybersecurity framework, and cybersecurity risk management and compliance. Mohammad assists organizations in developing cybersecurity roadmaps and serves as an auditor and trainer with a successful track record across diverse regions.

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Bogdan Apostol

Tech Freelancer
UTC+04:00
United Arab Emirates
Toptal Member Since September 28, 2022

Bogdan is a full-stack engineer with 15+ years of experience overseeing all facets of web development. He has been involved in numerous projects and provided complex business solutions across a wide range of sectors, including real estate, healthcare, content management, and security. Bogdan can direct large-scale teams or work hands-on to complete challenging projects, bringing cutting-edge coding expertise and interpersonal skills to leadership roles.

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Nikolai Krasnov

Tech Freelancer
UTC+07:00
Thailand
Toptal Member Since September 19, 2023

Nikolai is a seasoned developer with vast experience in C++, particularly C++17, and development in the Qt framework. With a proven track record of successful remote working experience, he is an excellent asset in groups of developers and business analysts. Nikolai focuses on solving tasks efficiently and delivering readable, flexible, and extensible software products each time.

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Dave Degeatano

Tech Freelancer
UTC+08:00
Indonesia
Toptal Member Since April 17, 2022

Dave is a highly passionate software developer and team player with over 15 years in the industry and experience across the tech stack. He loves building applications to solve challenging problems, and his ability to focus on the business needs and communicate effectively contributes to his reputation for always going above and beyond to deliver top value. Dave also has experience leading teams internationally and is genuinely driven by helping businesses achieve their visions.

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YuFeng Deng

Tech Freelancer
UTC+12:00
New Zealand
Toptal Member Since January 31, 2022

Proficient in .NET Core, Angular, Node.js, MongoDB, and Microsoft SQL, YuFeng is a senior full-stack engineer with many years of experience in front-end, back-end, and mobile development. He has worked with many software development tools, such as Git, MS DevOps, Atlassian Bamboo, Jenkins, Jira, TFS, and Shortcut. YuFeng's experience has helped him better understand mobile engineers' needs and how good collaboration between mobile and back-end engineers brings better results.

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Tripcents wouldn't exist without Toptal. Toptal Projects enabled us to rapidly develop our foundation with a product manager, lead developer, and senior designer. In just over 60 days we went from concept to Alpha. The speed, knowledge, expertise, and flexibility is second to none. The Toptal team were as part of Tripcents as any in-house team member of Tripcents. They contributed and took ownership of the development just like everyone else. We will continue to use Toptal. As a startup, they are our secret weapon.

Brantley Pace

CEO & Co-Founder

I am more than pleased with our experience with Toptal. The professional I got to work with was on the phone with me within a couple of hours. I knew after discussing my project with him that he was the candidate I wanted. I hired him immediately and he wasted no time in getting to my project, even going the extra mile by adding some great design elements that enhanced our overall look.

Paul Fenley

Director

The developers I was paired with were incredible -- smart, driven, and responsive. It used to be hard to find quality engineers and consultants. Now it isn't.

Ryan Rockefeller

CEO

Toptal understood our project needs immediately. We were matched with an exceptional freelancer from Argentina who, from Day 1, immersed himself in our industry, blended seamlessly with our team, understood our vision, and produced top-notch results. Toptal makes connecting with superior developers and programmers very easy.

Jason Kulik

Co-founder

As a small company with limited resources we can't afford to make expensive mistakes. Toptal provided us with an experienced programmer who was able to hit the ground running and begin contributing immediately. It has been a great experience and one we'd repeat again in a heartbeat.

Stuart Pocknee

Principal

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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 Tech Freelancer for your project. Average time to match is under 24 hours.
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Work with your new Tech Freelancer for a trial period (pay only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit before starting the engagement.

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How We Source the Top 3% of Tech Freelancers

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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FAQs

  • How quickly can you hire with Toptal?

    Typically, you can hire a Tech Freelancer 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 Tech Freelancer, 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 Tech Freelancer, 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 Tech Freelancers for your project.

  • At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our Tech Freelancers 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 with Toptal, you’ll always work with world-class, custom-matched Tech Freelancers ready to help you achieve your goals.

  • You can hire Tech Freelancers 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 an expert 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 Tech Freelancers can fully integrate into your existing team for a seamless working experience.

  • We make sure that each engagement between you and your Tech Freelancer 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 expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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  • Trusted Experts Only

    Trusted Experts Only

    All of our talent are seasoned experts who ramp up quickly, readily contribute as core team members, and work with you to minimize onboarding time.

  • The Right Fit

    The Right Fit

    We have a knack for matching you with the right fit. Start working with your new hire on a no-risk trial period, paying only if satisfied.

  • Scale as Needed

    Scale as Needed

    Hire talent within 48 hours and scale your team up or down as needed, no strings attached.

  • Seamless Hiring

    Seamless Hiring

    We handle all aspects of billing, payments, and NDA’s. Let us take care of the overhead while you focus on building great products.

  • Flexible Engagements

    Flexible Engagements

    Choose the engagement type that suits your needs — hourly, part-time, or full-time — with the ability to change anytime.

  • Expert Talent Matching

    Expert Talent Matching

    Focus on your project and enjoy support from your dedicated account executive and expert talent matcher.

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