Remote job you’ve been searching for
Clients you fall in love with, projects you’ll brag about, money conceived in freedom.
Full-time or part-time with guaranteed monthly payments as per the rate you set.
500+
active devs in community
13 days
on average till 1st job offer
2.3M hours
worked since 2015
Why earn with us?
No working for peanuts
You name your rate at the market average, you get it. Commissions? These are clients who pay them.
No sales, just coding
Sales, soul-crushing negotiations, and other boring stuff are on us. Just show up for an interview and jump right in.
Eternal access to projects
Pass our lightweight screening once and get access to top projects forever. Easy as that!
Choice is yours
We will only offer projects that match your skills, experience, and availability. Doesn’t click? We’ll get you a better one.
Justice for all, not just clients
We treat both clients and developers equally. If anything goes wrong, we are there to cover your back!
Bye post-freelance trauma
Forget about client ghosting, time trackers, and payment issues. Get your work done—get your guaranteed money!
Are you the chosen one?
These are the signs
3+ years of experience
Your proven commercial experience is what matters. Our clients are not looking for juniors and trainees.
Fluent English
You’ll be working directly with English-speaking clients and their teams, no translators in between. Be ready to both hold small talks and discuss complex architecture in English only.
Available at least 20h/week
Our projects require full-time, rarely part-time involvement. There are no short gigs for a couple hours a week here.
Effective communication
Not just strong, but excellent collaboration and communication skills—this is what our clients put as a must.
How to get into Lemonverse?
A quick registration
Start by registering. We’ll review your application and get in touch.
Friendly 30 min chat
Pass a live interview with both tech and non-tech questions so we can know each other better.
Technical interview
The final reckoning—a tech interview by one of Lemon.io best devs. More on what to expect here.
Onboarding to community
That’s it. You’re all ready to start your first project.
Sounds about right?
Don’t be shy!
Become the part of a bigger story.
Join the exclusive community of the coolest developers and enjoy the freedom of being yourself 24/7. Like these two.
FAQ
How do you differ from a regular outstaffing company or a freelance platform?
We’ve observed the models of both outstaffing companies and freelance platforms and gathered the best practices from all. Our platform offers both short-term and long-term projects, and you can choose the one that better fits your interests. We eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy and multiple interview stages and create a direct relationship between you and the client. However, our team is always available to support you whenever needed.
Unlike regular freelancing, we work only with vetted clients and ensure financial security and timely payments. You won’t need to “sell yourself” or negotiate rates—we manage all organizational aspects so you can focus entirely on the work you enjoy.
Who are your clients?
Most of our clients are startups in different stages in Western Europe and the U.S. They usually have small teams and need 1-2 engineers to speed up their product development. We pre-vet clients to ensure they have clear goals, reliable budgets, and good communication.
What kind of work relationship will we have?
Developers are independent contractors and not employees of lemon.io. You can choose to collaborate as an individual or through your own registered entity if you have one.
How do I determine my hourly rate?
To set the right rate, consider two key aspects: setting your expectations and checking the market conditions.
Our platform has no additional fees, so you receive the full payment for your work. However, we don’t cover taxes, equipment, paid leave, or provide a retaining fee. Be sure to account for these costs in your rate expectations.
While your expectations matter, it’s essential to align them with current market conditions. Client budgets reflect these trends, and rates should be competitive. There’s no bidding or harsh price competition here, but setting a rate significantly above the market average could limit your chances of landing projects.
Which payment options are available?
You can get paid either through direct payments to your bank account or receive the payment on your Payoneer or Wise account.
How do I find projects after onboarding?
We’ll send project offers to your personal Slack channel. Additionally, you can explore new projects directly in your account on a platform where you can view the hot projects we post and track the history of your offers. To keep things fair, there’s no bidding—only direct matches to your skills and rate expectations.
How soon will I get my first project?
This depends on the demand for your skills, your availability, and your rate. If you’re available full-time, we usually send the first offer within 1-2 weeks. It may take longer if you’re part-time or have a higher rate.
Can I work on other projects while waiting for one with lemon.io?
As an independent contractor, you’re free to accept or reject any work while you wait for your project with us.