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Andres
Mobile Developer
Canada/(GMT -5:00)
Andres is a strong iOS Engineer with 19 years of mobile development experience, combining deep hands-on Swift/SwiftUI/UIKit expertise with strong cross-functional leadership. He's led iOS teams on a flagship banking app serving millions of users, built the iOS SDK powering live commerce and in-stream advertising for e-commerce brands, shipped reusable deep-link frameworks, and refactored legacy Objective-C codebases into Swift. Uses AI tooling (Claude API, GitHub Copilot) as part of his standard engineering workflow, with manual verification.
Experience
19 years
Availability
Part-time & Full-time
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Yevhen
Game Developer
Spain/(GMT -5:00)
Yevhen is a highly skilled and experienced Unity developer who specializes in fast and efficient programming along with innovative problem-solving. He has extensive expertise in game architecture, design patterns, and managing projects under tight deadlines. Yevhen is known for his creative thinking, self-motivation, and excellent collaboration skills, as well as his ability to lead teams effectively. He consistently delivers high-quality and maintainable solutions while quickly adapting to new technologies and project requirements.
Experience
22 years
Availability
To be verified
C#UnityTypescript.NETUnity3DJavaScriptGitHub Copilot
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Franco
AI Automation Architect
Argentina/(GMT -5:00)
Franco is a senior AI Automation Architect with over 10 years of experience specializing in workflow automation, Python, and AI API integrations. He has demonstrated end-to-end ownership of complex multi-agent OCR and document-processing systems, excelling in problem-first automation design and pragmatic tool selection. Franco is highly client-oriented, communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, and is comfortable leading small teams or working independently.
Experience
10 years
Availability
Full-time
Workflow Automationn8nSQLMake.comZapierWebhooksOpenAIRAGCrewAIClaude APIAILangGraphPythonClaude CoworkClaude CodeAI API integrationHubSpot APIStripe APILovableAirtableBusiness analysis
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Lucas
Mobile Developer
Brazil/(GMT -3:00)
Lucas is a Mobile development expert with solid experience, mainly focused on Android and Kotlin. Since 2018 this professional has not only evolved in his personal knowledge but took part in mentoring activities, helping colleagues improve while also gaining confidence in building workflow management software, banking applications, and others.
Experience
9 years
Availability
To be verified
SOAPAndroidKotliniOSSwiftJetpack ComposeSwiftUIClean ArchitectureSOLIDTDDBDDDDDJavaReact NativeDaggerRxJavaGraphQLRoomDatabaseKoinEspressoOkHttpAndroid Architecture ComponentsRetrofitFirestoreFirebaseAWS
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Morgan
Front-end Web Developer
Greece/(GMT +1:00)
Morgan is a senior frontend developer with deep expertise in JavaScript and Vue.js, and a strong track record leading web projects from scratch. Screenings confirm his technical leadership, mentoring, and code review experience, as well as excellent communication skills. He has contributed to both startups and large companies like Apple and LinkedIn, with notable achievements in Chrome extension development and open source.
Experience
16 years
Availability
To be verified
Vue.jsJavaScriptReactPythonRubyRuby on RailsJavaAngular.jsChrome extensionsNuxt.jsAWSMongoDBStorybookDjangoHerokuWebSocketNode.jsShopifyDockerSmart contractsTypescriptGraphQLSvelte-kitPHPDigitalOceanTailwind CSS
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Benny
Full-stack Web Developer
Kenya/(GMT +3:00)
Benny is a middle-level full-stack developer with around 5 years of experience in React, Next.js, and Python. He demonstrates strong communication, stakeholder management, and a pragmatic, product-focused approach. Benny has led teams and contributed to both frontend and backend architecture. He thrives in collaborative environments and is well-suited for dynamic, fast-moving projects. Additionally, he brings valuable skills for working with startups, including adaptability, rapid problem-solving, and the ability to navigate evolving requirements effectively.
Experience
5 years
Availability
Full-time
ReactPythonNext.jsTypescriptAWSNode.jsDjangoReact NativeJavaScriptPrismaPostgreSQLVercelMotion
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Dmitriy
Back-end Web Developer
Ukraine/(GMT +2:00)
Senior Back-End Web Developer with a deep understanding of .Net. and good knowledge of NoSQL databases. A responsible, reliable, self-motivated person and a team player whose goal is to provide the perfect solution while keeping project deadlines. Those qualities give Dmitriy the ability to work with high performance and quality under pressure and to be open to learning new and more effective technologies as he goes. Open to new challenges, Dmitriy will be a great addition to any team!
Experience
29 years
Availability
Full-time
SOAPC#.NETJavaScriptC++GitMicrosoft SQL ServerMongoDBEntityHTMLSQLjQueryCSSReactASP.NETMicrosoft Azure.NET+Transact-SQL (T-SQL)APIWeb ComponentsVB.NETFluent UIWCFLINQASP.NET MVC
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Shane
Full-stack Web Developer
Albania/(GMT +1:00)
Shane is a software engineer with over 10 years of professional experience delivering complex SaaS platforms. He has led teams, demonstrated strong architectural thinking, taken end-to-end ownership of projects, and maintained clear communication with clients and stakeholders. Shane is well suited for senior engineering roles involving complex systems, cross-functional collaboration, and technical leadership.
Experience
12 years
Availability
Part-time
JavaReactAWSTypescriptJava EESpringPostgreSQLSalesforceAngularSpring MVCSQLjQuery.NETC#PythonASP.NET Web APINode.jsAI-assisted codingAI agent developmentNext.js
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Suleyman
Site Reliability Engineer
Netherlands/(GMT +1:00)
Suleyman is a senior Cloud-DevOps and Site Reliability Engineer with strong architectural awareness and hands-on experience building and operating reliable, scalable cloud environments. He excels at navigating complex technical ecosystems, designing infrastructure, and improving the reliability and efficiency of cloud-based systems. His communication is clear and strategic, and he works particularly well in startup environments with direct client alignment. He is well suited for senior roles focused on cloud infrastructure, system reliability, and technical leadership.
Experience
12 years
Availability
Part-time & Full-time
SOAPBare metal provisioningAzure DevOpsKubernetesPythonAnsibleLinuxOpenTelemetryCI/CDDockerPulumiJenkinsMicrosoft AzureTerraformGrafanaCloudflareGCPPrometheusAWSRabbitMQHelmSeleniumApache SparkApache KafkaElasticSearchDatabricksNode.jsASP.NET COREAngular.NETJavaPowerShellPL/SQLJSPVirtualBoxDevOpsASP.NET MVCKafka
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What you should know about modern SOAP devs

by Lana Bochek

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Hiring Guide: SOAP Developers

Hiring experienced SOAP developers is crucial for organizations that rely on structured, secure, and standards-based data exchange between systems. SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol) remains a cornerstone in enterprise integration, enabling reliable communication across diverse platforms and applications. Whether you’re modernizing legacy systems, connecting third-party APIs, or building secure transactional workflows, skilled SOAP developers ensure your integrations are robust, compliant, and scalable.

Why Hire SOAP Developers?

While RESTful APIs have become popular for their simplicity, SOAP APIs still dominate industries where reliability, security, and compliance are non-negotiable—such as finance, healthcare, and enterprise software. SOAP developers design and maintain APIs that guarantee structured data exchange, strict message validation, and support for complex operations. They help enterprises manage interoperability between older systems and modern applications efficiently.

Enterprise Integration: Connect multiple internal and external systems with precise data validation and structured messaging.

Security Compliance: Leverage WS-Security for encrypted, signed, and authenticated communication.

Protocol Consistency: Maintain compatibility across legacy software and modern systems using WSDL definitions.

Transaction Reliability: Guarantee message delivery and consistency across distributed environments.

Scalability: Support large-scale enterprise workflows that demand high availability and fault tolerance.

Core Responsibilities of a SOAP Developer

Design and develop SOAP-based APIs and web services using WSDL and XML standards.

Integrate SOAP APIs with ERP, CRM, and third-party enterprise systems.

Ensure message validation, schema compliance, and fault handling for all API transactions.

Implement WS-Security, WS-ReliableMessaging, and WS-Policy for secure communication.

Maintain backward compatibility with legacy systems and applications.

Collaborate with back-end developers, QA teams, and business analysts to deliver stable integrations.

Essential Skills and Technologies

Programming Languages: Proficiency in Java, C#, Python, or PHP for SOAP service development.

Frameworks: Experience with JAX-WS, Apache CXF, Spring Web Services, or ASP.NET Web Services.

API Tools: Proficiency in SOAP UI, Postman, and ReadyAPI for testing and debugging.

Data Standards: Expertise in XML, XSD, XPath, and WSDL for defining and validating message structures.

Security Protocols: Knowledge of SSL/TLS, WS-Security, and OAuth for secure communications.

Databases: Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases for handling backend data operations.

Integration Experience: Connecting SOAP services to modern REST APIs and microservices architectures.

How to Hire SOAP Developers

Define Your Integration Goals: Identify whether you need SOAP development for new services, maintenance, or legacy modernization.

Evaluate Technical Skills: Prioritize candidates experienced in building SOAP APIs and managing enterprise integrations.

Test with Real Scenarios: Ask developers to build or debug sample SOAP requests and responses using WSDL specifications.

Assess Security Knowledge: Ensure candidates understand WS-Security and other encryption standards.

Start with a Pilot Project: Begin with a short project to test reliability and adherence to integration best practices.

Rates and Hiring Models

The cost of hiring SOAP developers depends on experience, project scope, and integration complexity. Here’s a typical breakdown:

Junior Developer: $35–$50/hour — supports existing SOAP APIs and performs basic maintenance tasks.

Mid-Level Developer: $50–$70/hour — develops and integrates SOAP APIs, handles security configurations, and ensures schema compliance.

Senior Developer: $70–$100/hour — architects large-scale SOAP services and leads integration across multiple enterprise systems.

Engagement options include:

Dedicated SOAP Developer: Full-time focus on enterprise-grade service design and integration.

Project-Based: Suitable for one-time SOAP service builds or modernization projects.

Consulting: Expert-level reviews, optimization, or SOAP-to-REST migration strategy.

Advantages of Hiring SOAP Developers

Standardized Messaging: SOAP ensures consistency and validation across distributed systems.

Enhanced Security: Ideal for industries requiring encrypted and verified data exchange.

Legacy System Support: Maintains interoperability with established enterprise environments.

Comprehensive Documentation: WSDL definitions provide clear, self-describing service endpoints.

Back-End Developers — build APIs and integrate backend logic with SOAP and RESTful services.

Integration Developers — connect multiple systems using APIs, ESBs, and middleware solutions.

Java Developers — implement enterprise-grade SOAP services using JAX-WS or Apache CXF.

.NET Developers — create and manage SOAP services within ASP.NET frameworks.

API Developers — build and optimize both SOAP and REST APIs for data exchange.

Best Practices for Managing SOAP API Projects

Document all WSDLs and XSDs for version control and transparency.

Use WS-Security for message-level encryption and authentication.

Implement fault-tolerant mechanisms for handling SOAP message failures.

Ensure backward compatibility when modifying service endpoints.

Monitor performance and optimize XML parsing for faster response times.

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FAQ

What does a SOAP developer do?

A SOAP developer designs and implements APIs using the Simple Object Access Protocol, enabling secure, structured data exchange between systems. They ensure compliance with enterprise standards and build integrations that handle complex business transactions reliably.

When should I use SOAP instead of REST?

SOAP is preferred for enterprise systems that require strict security, transaction reliability, and formal contracts (WSDL). Industries like finance, healthcare, and government still rely heavily on SOAP for mission-critical integrations.

How much does it cost to hire SOAP developers?

Rates typically range from $35 to $100 per hour based on experience level and project complexity. Senior SOAP developers with deep enterprise integration expertise command higher rates due to their specialized skill set.

Can SOAP and REST APIs work together?

Yes. Developers can bridge SOAP and REST APIs using middleware, adapters, or API gateways. This allows organizations to modernize systems gradually while maintaining interoperability between legacy SOAP services and modern RESTful endpoints.

Why hire SOAP developers from Lemon.io?

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Why hire SOAP

Over 6500 companies use SOAP as their main framework, including giants like Google, Amazon and Lyft.

High-quality web apps

SOAP's modular approach lets devs reuse components, so they can seamlessly manage app complexity.

Faster development process

SOAP's architecture and a vast library of pre-built components speed up development, so you can get to market sooner.

Enjoyable user experience

From smooth, responsive interfaces to reduced loading times, devs can use SOAP to boost usability.

Scaling made easy

SOAP's modular, component-based architecture makes it easy to scale applications as traffic grows.

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Telecommunications

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Frequently asked questions

You can search through professional networks like LinkedIn and look through profiles of experienced developers dealing in SOAP web services. You can post your job on tech-specific boards like Stack Overflow Jobs or Indeed. You can find the right kind of talent by reaching out to recruitment agencies or using freelance marketplaces. We know from experience that writing comprehensive job descriptions, reviewing mountains of applications, interviewing, and verifying skills is a tedious process. We’ve made it our mission to streamline the process and save you time, and Lemon.io is the solution. We will do our best to connect you with the right SOAP developer within 48 hours.

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There is less demand for SOAP developers than modern API technologies like REST. However, in many industries, SOAP is still very significant due to its strict requirements for security and protocol-driven communication. It masters complex operations thanks to support for error handling and ACID transactions. While many organizations are moving toward RESTful APIs because of their simplicity and speed, SOAP still has value in environments that require strict compliance and structured data exchange. Demands for SOAP developers keep growing, not only in the sphere of new development but also in terms of maintenance and integration of old legacy systems with new technologies.

Lemon.io will find you the best SOAP developers in 48 hours. Our team of trusted recruiters and technical experts ensures that all applicants meet the highest standards, evaluating their qualifications, soft skills, and technical abilities. We only accept the best from the top 1% of all applicants.

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