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  • Gabriel

    Back-end Web Developer

    Romania/(GMT +2:00)

    Gabriel is a senior backend and distributed systems engineer with 13 years of experience, specializing in Go and cloud-native platforms on Kubernetes and AWS. He is currently acting as a Solution Architect on a large distributed platform, where he was the first architect hired, leading architectural decisions and platform delivery across complex systems. His experience includes AI infrastructure, DeFi, and enterprise systems, with past engagements including Microsoft, Bitdefender, BP, and Google, as well as open-source contributions. He brings strong diagnostic skills, independent technical ownership, and a pragmatic, business-aligned approach to backend, platform, and distributed-systems challenges.

    Experience

    12 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Daniel

    Full-stack Web Developer

    Brazil/(GMT -3:00)

    Daniel is a senior full-stack engineer with strong expertise in React, Next.js, Node.js, and AWS. He has led architecture and development for large-scale e-commerce and logistics platforms, demonstrating proficiency in microservices, event-driven systems, and AI API integrations. Screenings confirm clear communication, effective asynchronous collaboration, and a preference for building projects from scratch. He is recommended as a senior frontend, backend, and full-stack developer.

    Experience

    15 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Andrija

    Back-end Web Developer

    Croatia/(GMT +1:00)

    Senior Back-end Developer with 20+ years of experience in C#/.NET, specializing in cloud-native, event-driven systems on Microsoft Azure. He has delivered solutions in transportation, automotive, banking, and government, and owns features from design to delivery.

    Experience

    21 years

    Availability

    Part-time

  • Chewoo

    Back-end Web Developer

    United States/

    Chewoo is a Senior Engineer and Tech Lead who has spent 15+ years building the infrastructure behind AI data centers, enterprise storage and carrier networks, at Hammerspace, HPE, Cisco and Dell. His specialty is Kubernetes: he designs how clusters are bootstrapped from bare metal, kept highly available and managed at scale. At HPE, he was a founding member of the cluster management team and led three core platform services from idea to delivery. He now architects high-availability Kubernetes deployments for AI/ML storage, mentors engineers, and uses Cursor and Codex every day.

    Experience

    16 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Alejandro

    Site Reliability Engineer

    Netherlands/(GMT +1:00)

    Alejandro is a Senior Site Reliability Engineer with around 10 years of experience in DevOps, SRE, and infrastructure, building on a Linux background dating back to 2010. He runs platforms that span on-premises data centers and AWS/GCP, and has hands-on experience with automated bare-metal provisioning. His recent work includes upgrading an inherited platform from Kubernetes 1.19 to 1.33 and migrating Miro’s entire codebase and CI/CD from GitLab to GitHub.

    Experience

    16 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Caleb

    Blockchain Engineer

    United States/(GMT -5:00)

    Caleb is a senior blockchain engineer with deep expertise in Solidity, Ethers.js, and TypeScript, specializing in DeFi and Ethereum smart contract development. He has led protocol architecture, security, and audits for high-value projects, including stablecoin and lending platforms. Caleb demonstrates strong ownership, clear communication, and a user-focused approach, thriving in small, autonomous teams.

    Experience

    16 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Anton

    Full-stack Web Developer

    Netherlands/(GMT +1:00)

    Anton is a senior full-stack engineer with strong expertise in backend and frontend development, system design, and database architecture. He has led end-to-end redesigns of business-critical systems, demonstrating the ability to solve complex technical challenges, improve system reliability, and deliver scalable solutions. His key strengths include architectural decision-making, data management, system modernization, and practical problem-solving. He adapts well to team processes and collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams. He is best suited for senior engineering roles focused on backend-heavy systems, data-intensive applications, and full-stack product development.

    Experience

    14 years

    Availability

    Part-time & Full-time

  • Gabor

    Back-end Web Developer

    Spain/(GMT +1:00)

    Gabor is a Senior Backend Developer with strong expertise in Python, Kubernetes, distributed systems, and Infrastructure as Code. He has experience leading architectural modernization, implementing event-driven processing, and delivering cloud-native platforms end to end, including work with AWS and real-time data pipelines. His key strengths include technical ownership, system design, and mentoring. He communicates clearly and professionally and has demonstrated leadership across both technical decision-making and operational responsibilities.

    Experience

    26 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Piotr

    Full-stack Web Developer

    Poland/(GMT +1:00)

    Piotr thrives in back-end development but can also handle front-end tasks. His expertise lies in Python and React.js and a versatile tech skill set. With a track record of successful projects, Piotr is enthusiastic about taking on new challenges. His unique experience in system programming, including work on the Linux kernel and software for physical terminals, sets him apart.

    Experience

    14 years

    Availability

    Part-time

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2

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A Lemon.io matching expert goes over your needs and gives you a budget estimate.

3

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You get 1–3 developer profiles, usually within 24 hours. Interview them the way you normally would.

4

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Your developer joins your team part-time or full-time and works directly with you.

Testimonials

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Reached out on Monday evening, connected Tuesday morning, had four qualified candidates by Wednesday.

Brian DeSpainBrian DeSpainCEO, 10X ERP
High quality, well-qualified developers

We had an excellent experience. Process is fast from the initial intake through setting up payment.

Katie RoyKatie RoyExecutive Director, The SPEND Initiative
7 developers hired in 24 hours

The developers helped us speed up. They quickly learned their part of the app and we’re grateful for their contribution.

Conor MackenConor MackenDirector of Engineering, tvScientific

Lemon.io does the hiring work. You pick the C developer.

We vet every developer

Every C developer passes a live interview with a senior engineer. We accept 1.2% of applicants.

No juniors, 3+ years

We hand-pick your matches

A matching expert picks people by your stack, domain and time zone, and tells you why each one fits.

Human, not a filter

We handle the paperwork

We handle contracts, NDAs and invoices. You pay Lemon.io, and we pay your developer.

You own the IP

We stay after you hire

Your Lemon.io manager stays in touch with you both. If it doesn't work out, we find a replacement for free.

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The lemon tea

C developers for code close to the metal

Firmware, a native library or a module where every microsecond counts? C work needs developers who manage memory by hand without leaving leaks behind.

Why hire C developers

A C developer is who you call when software has to fit on a chip or run without a runtime.

Firmware and drivers

Code for microcontrollers, sensors and device drivers where there's no OS to lean on.

Native libraries

Fast C modules your Python, Go or Node.js app can call for the heavy lifting.

Legacy C codebases

Fix, port and modernize C code that nobody on the team wants to touch.

Networking and protocols

Parsers, servers and protocol stacks where memory and latency budgets are tight.

Case studies

Aerospace

The experience with Lemon.io has been fantastic. The interview process has been good, the caliber of people – excellent and integration has been very smooth.

Marc Horowitz
Marc HorowitzCOO of SkyFi
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Telecommunications

We needed extra developers to clean off all these bugs so the company could skyrocket.

Conor Macken
Conor MackenDirector of Engineering
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AI

We needed extra AI engineers to keep our ambitious project running.

Mike Lukiman
Mike LukimanFounding Senior Software Engineer at Everstar.ai
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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find C developers?

Although traditional channels such as job boards (Indeed, LinkedIn, and Glassdoor) or professional networking sites are an excellent place for finding C programmers to approach, you might need to cast a wide net because this is such special kind of a development language.

An effective Approach is to get involved in the C programming community. Participate in tech conferences or webinars that focus on C development. Look at online forums and discussion boards where the experts get together to learn from each other, share their experiences, and exchange ideas. This will not only give you access to potential candidates but also provide valuable insights.

Yet another route worth investigating may be specialized web-based agencies like Lemon.io. We have a handpicked network of experienced C developers with diverse experience levels: our vetting process removes the guesswork from traditional hiring methods and quickly matches you up with professionals who meet your specific needs.

What is the no-risk trial period for hiring C developer on Lemon.io?

We at Lemon.io prioritize transparency and your confidence when hiring a C developer from us. The unique “no-risk” 20-hour paid trial lets you evaluate developer skills and problem-solving ability in real project challenges before making any long term commitment.

Andon top of that, all our developers come with a replacement guarantee. Should your selected developer fail to meet the mark, we make sure you get a replacement that fits all of your needs asap. We wanna make you happy!

Are C developers in demand?

Although the languages have evolved, C developers are still high in demand. Due to speedy performance, efficiency and relative closeness with hardware, C holds the position of a very popular choice for systems programming, like developing an operating system or compiler. It is also used in major parts of embedded software as well.

Companies are always on the lookout for C developers to work with their critical software.

How quickly can I hire a C developer through Lemon.io?

You can quickly and efficiently hire a C developer with Lemon.io’shelp — a week is usually all it takes. The exact time frame may depending on your particular requirements, the exact C programming skills which the candidates should have and the experiences that would be considered an advantage in reaching a match made in heaven for your job.

Sometimes you can get an experienced specialist in 24 to 48 hours, or even less.

How much does a C developer charge per hour?

Developers’ hourly rates may differ widely depending on their experience, project complexity, and location. But usually you can expect to pay between $40-100.

When we look at the average annual salaries of people who write on C, they fall in a range of $110,000 to $140,000 in United States and €80,000 to €100,000 when then we shift over to Europe. Developers with special skills or years of extensive experience demand the upper figures in this range.

What is the vetting process for developers at Lemon.io?

The C developers vetting process is set to find candidates with strong programming skills. First step is the profile evaluation. Here we analyse candidates experience, tech stack and English. From there, our recruiters will review their CVs and online presence. We want to make sure they are who we think they are. The next step is a phone call with questions related to soft skills, as well as different technical aspects of C programming. They then go through a hard skills interview where they showcase how their C coding and problem-solving works in live mode.

How can your business benefit from hiring a C developer?

If your business is dependent on high performing software, deep level programming or embedded systems – it can be a perfect scenario for hiring C developer. They are knowledgeable in writing fast and reliable code, optimizing performance-critical applications, and not the least — interfacing with the hardware itself.
Consequently, this means strong and proficient software solutions with reduced latency and ability to resolve complex technical problems in a breeze.

Why should I use Lemon.io for hiring developers?

We pay close attention to the C programming and relevant library knowledge of all our developers, so you can expect the level of expertise your project needs. Our zero-risk replacement guarantee saves you time and hassle in case you have suboptimal experience with your hire. We also believe in transparency and communication. No hidden fees, no hidden code monkeys. You will work directly with your developer, while regularly receiving updates on the projects progress.

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