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The client is developing an innovative AI-powered business operating platform that aims to revolutionize the way companies operate. This next-generation solution is specifically designed to enhance efficiency, foster alignment, and empower businesses to thrive by providing them with real-time insights. Central to their mission is the commitment to support growing companies in navigating the complexities of the modern marketplace.
See more detailsWe are a growing startup in the golf industry, developing a social networking and booking app for golfers. Our platform will enable users to connect with other golfers, schedule games, and manage social interactions. The design and wireframes are built in Figma, and we are seeking an experienced React Native developer to turn these into a fully functional app for both iOS and Android.
See more detailsAs a senior front-end engineer, you will work on web applications that create a way for thousands of creative people around the world to find great music and inspiring clips for use in their projects and campaigns.
See more detailsThis project aims to develop a web application that revolutionizes the way people give gifts, particularly for birthdays. The platform will allow users to select gifts based on the preferences of their friends and family, regardless of their geographical location.
See more detailsA fast-scaling fintech company is building a payments platform that lets small businesses accept, route and reconcile transactions across multiple providers. You will own core billing and ledger services, design resilient APIs that move money safely, and harden the system against fraud and edge-case failures as transaction volume grows.
See more detailsThe career you want
1 / 4
Gain expertise across different products and stacks, and build the portfolio to prove it.
One of the best things about Lemon is the opportunities you get. They have the connections, the clients, new companies who are constantly looking for engineers in different stacks.
The career you want
2 / 4
Own greenfield projects or expand functionality in some of the most in-demand areas, from defense to spatial computing to AI for early cancer detection to marine transportation.
I’ve been working with Lemon since 2021, building projects across healthcare, travel, ecommerce, and fintech. I really appreciate the team’s support and truly believe this company is unique.
The career you want
3 / 4
Help your clients ship an MVP, beat a competitor to market, or build something that’s never existed before.
The biggest advantage working with Lemon is their worldwide network of amazing people and amazing companies. I really like working with startups, and I’ve had the opportunity to help many of them grow into stable companies that provide so much value.
The career you want
4 / 4
Earn what clients in the U.S. or Western Europe pay, from wherever you want to live.
I’ve been able to work from the Philippines, all over Europe, and Brazil without missing a single project, learning a ton of different technologies.
You write the code, we own the admin. Contracts, invoicing, all of it.
We keep your pipeline full. When one project wraps, the next match is already lined up.
We vet every client before you ever talk to them. Clear scope, fair pay, and people who respect your work.
Having the Lemon team handle client matchmaking, making sure I receive my payments in a timely manner, and providing great support in general is a relief. It allows me to focus on what I want to focus on, which is writing great code.
I’ve never had to chase my next gig. The moment a project winds down, Lemon already has the next one ready, so I keep coding instead of hunting for work.
Every client I’ve been matched with knew what they wanted and valued my input. No scope creep, no payment drama, just good teams building good products.
Lemon is the best remote work company in place right now. Every single manager or person I talked to were super friendly and kind to me, and I never had a single issue while working with them. Despite how the market is going through bad times, we still made good work together and they ever managed to get things working for both sides.
This is a good place for skilled software developers who can work flexible hours and take responsibility for their work. For me, Lemon is a place where you can grow both as a developer and as a manager. You can choose projects that match your expertise and interests, which makes the work more engaging and productive.
Reliable projects, professional sales team, and zero payment stress. I've worked on several React, React Native, and Node.js projects through Lemon.io, and they have consistently proven to be a top-tier partner for developers. The developer onboarding process is professional: after an in-depth screening and a thorough review of my work experience, the sales team took over. They only send valid project offers that are already pre-vetted and align perfectly with my skills and availability. The payments are always on time. If you want a platform that respects your time and your expertise, Lemon.io is a great choice!
Seasoned professionals
You have real commercial experience. You’ve shipped production code for paying clients, handled stakeholder feedback, and delivered under pressure.
Clear communicators
You explain your approach, flag blockers early, ask good questions, and push back on requirements that don’t make sense. Bonus points if you’ve worked directly with clients, not just through a PM buffer.
Resourceful problem-solvers
When your go-to solution doesn’t work, you find another one. You use every tool at your disposal (including AI) to ship quality code faster.
Product- and client-first thinkers
You care about what you’re building and who it’s for. When a client’s needs conflict with the path of least resistance, you choose the client.
Self-starters
You don’t wait for direction. You jump in headfirst, racking up quick wins, calling out improvements, and pushing for architectural decisions that set clients up for scale.
Full-time contributors
You’re looking for work you can sink your teeth into, and can commit 20 hours or more a week to see it through.
How it works
No back and forth scheduling, unnecessary steps, or coding marathons. Know exactly where you stand at each stage, and talk to real engineers who make the final call.
Share your info
Upload your CV and LinkedIn link to create your Lemon profile quickly. Then, choose a suitable role from options like “full-stack, Python/React” or “backend, Node.js, PostgreSQL” to select your technical assessments.
Schedule a call
In 20 minutes or less, our AI assistant Mark confirms your experience, availability, time zone, rates, and the kinds of projects you want. It’s audio only, so you can take the call from your couch, your commute, wherever.
Pass a 15-min quiz
Complete a role-specific task to skip the basics when speaking to technical interviewers.
Meet a recruiter
Book a call as soon as you pass step 4. This focused, 20-minute conversation centers on your work style and communication. The (human) recruiter has all of Mark’s notes, so you won’t waste time walking them through your resume.
Finish the technical interview
Tackle a complex problem with a senior engineer live. Talk through how you approach problems, discuss tradeoffs, and make decisions. Find out if you made the cut a few days later.
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Frequently asked questions
Once you join Lemon’s network, you’re done pitching. We know your skills, pricing, and availability, and match you to best-fit opportunities as soon as they come in. You decide which projects to accept and work directly with the client team – no middleman involved.
Unlike freelancing, where you’re not 100% sure what you’re getting into before signing on the dotted line, Lemon only works with clients who offer stable, long-term projects, pay on time, and set clear requirements.
Mid-sized companies and startups in the U.S. and Western Europe that want to ship new features as quickly as possible.
Many are working on AI-driven products or adding AI to core workflows and face the same challenges teams everywhere are trying to solve. Successfully navigating these problems makes you invaluable across industries, not just the one you’re working in now.
And you’ll get hands-on experience from day one. Our clients want embedded team members who join standups, contribute to design decisions, update prompt libraries, review PRs, and debug production issues.
You work as an independent contractor, not a Lemon employee. Choose to collaborate with us as an individual or through your own registered entity if you have one.
We handle all the behind-the-scenes negotiations with clients and check in with you periodically to make sure you’re still liking your work. If something’s off, we step in to resolve it.
Direct to your bank account, or through Payoneer or Wise.
Keep your Slack notifications on. We send you opportunities that best match your skills and rate.
You can also browse open projects on the platform to see what clients are building (and what new skills you may need to develop), but it’s just for visibility. We don’t do bidding.
It depends on your skills, availability, and rate. If you’re ready for full-time work, your skills are in high demand, and clients are willing to pay your rate, you could get a few offers within days of onboarding with Lemon.
Absolutely. As an independent contractor, you are free to accept or reject any work. When the right project comes in, we’ll be in touch.
No bidding, no negotiating, no late payments. Just the work you want exists. Let’s match you to it.
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