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Faisalabad, Pakistan
Are you struggling to reach the right ๐๐๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง-๐๐๐ค๐๐ซ๐ฌ? I help B2B businesses connect with ๐๐๐ข๐, ๐๐ผ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐, ๐๐ ๐ข'๐ฆ, ๐ ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ธ๐ฒ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐, ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐น๐ฒ๐ ๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฎ๐ด๐ฒ๐ฟ๐, and key executives who are actually ready to buy. My name is ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐ฅ๐ข and I specialize in ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ง๐๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง with ๐ฐ+ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ of experience delivering high-quality, verified business leads that drive real sales conversations. What I Deliver: โ Targeted B2B Company & Contact Research โ Decision Maker Identification (CEO, CFO, VP, Manager) โ Verified Business Emails & LinkedIn Profiles โ Industry & Niche Specific Lead Lists โ LinkedIn Outreach & Connection Campaigns โ Cold Email List Building โ CRM Data Upload (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho) My Research Process: ๐ Identify your ideal customer profile (ICP) ๐ Find companies matching your target criteria ๐ Locate key decision makers ๐ Verify emails & contact details ๐ Deliver clean, ready-to-use data Tools I Use: LinkedIn Sales Navigator | Apollo,io | Hunter,io | Snov,io | ZoomInfo | Clearbit | Crunchbase Industries I Work With: โ SaaS & Tech Companies โ Marketing & Advertising Agencies โ Real Estate & Construction โ Healthcare & Medical โ Finance & Consulting โ E-commerce & Retail Why Choose Me: โ No random, unverified lists โ No fake or bounced emails โ Only manual, verified, targeted leads โ Leads that match your exact ICP โ Fast turnaround with clear communication ๐ 4+ Years B2B Experience ๐ Verified & Accurate Data โ Guaranteed ๐ Ready to scale your outreach immediately Let's talk about your target market. Send me a message and let's build your B2B pipeline today! ๐
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- Real Estate Lead Generation
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- English
Bahawalpur, Pakistan
Technical recruiter with hands-on Talent Acquisition experience focused on scaling high-performing tech teams and optimizing talent flow for startups and growing companies. Strong understanding of technical hiring, business needs, and engineering workflows โ I speak enough code to identify strong developers, evaluate technical fit, and reduce costly hiring mistakes. ๐ฆ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ถ๐ป ๐ต๐ถ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด: โ Software Engineers (.NET, React, Python) โ AI/ML & DevOps Talent โ Technical Leadership (CTO, Head of Product) โ UI/UX & Product Design ๐น๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐: Successfully filled a Software Engineer role requiring .NET, Angular, SQL, and Microsoft Azure expertise within one week with strong focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit. ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฆ๐๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ธ: LinkedIn Recruiter โข LOXO โข Juicebox โข Zoho Recruit โข Salesforce โข ContactOut โข Lusha โข RocketReach โข SignalHire โข Snovio Built for companies that need recruiters who understand both business outcomes and technical talent. Available 30+ hours/week. Let's build your team.
- Recruiting
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- Human Resources
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Internet Recruiting
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Solan, India
๐ Expert-Vetted on Upwork ๐ ๐ Global Talent, Global Impact ๐ By The Numbers: ๐ Total Jobs: 18+ โฐ Total Hours: 3,391+ Hello and welcome to my profile! I'm Tamanna Sharma, but you can call me Tammy. With over a decade of trailblazing experience in global IT recruitment and Human Resource Management, I don't just fill rolesโI fuel organisational growth and innovation. ๐ Why Choose Me? When it comes to recruitment and HR, you're not just looking for another freelancer. You need a strategic partner who understands the intricacies of a fast-changing global landscape. Thatโs where I come in: ๐ต Tech Recruitment Virtuoso: From Frontend Developers to C-Suite Executives, I've successfully placed top-tier talent across multiple sectors including IT, Finance, Retail, and Customer Service. My badge as an 'Expert-Vetted Talent' is a testament to my dedication and success. ๐ข Human Resource Innovator: Adept in sculpting performance management systems, I empower leaders and managers with the tools they need to communicate effectively and inspire their teams. I've also crafted HR policies from scratch, taking businesses from chaos to coordinated success. ๐ Your Personal Branding Consultant: Whether it's a revamp of your CV, cover letter, or LinkedIn profile, my expertise can be the difference between you getting noticed or overlooked. ๐ด Admin & Policy Savvy: My skills extend to meticulous management of HR administrative tasks, from payroll systems to employee records. ๐ Proven Results: With a robust network and proven strategies, my clients have not only found the right talent but have also seen a marked improvement in their overall work culture and productivity. ๐ค Letโs Collaborate! Iโm not just another Upwork freelancer; Iโm a long-term collaborator keen on contributing to your success story. So, letโs get the conversation started. How may I assist you today?
- Acquisitions
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- Warm Leads
- Human Resource Management
- Candidate Interviewing
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- Employee Relations
- Job Description Writing
- Startup Consulting
Bahawalpur, Pakistan
I help startups & scaleโups in the US/EU build worldโclass teams rapidly, using advanced search techniques in LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS systems & Boolean sourcing, I deliver candidate shortlists fast with conversionโfirst screening. I bring to the table: โข 6+ years recruiting experience with 110+ jobs completed and 11,300+ hours logged โข Talent Sourcing โข Candidate Screening & Interviewing โข Access to Premium Sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Zip Recruiter). My tool belt is well-equipped with: -- Job boards: LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Upwork, Monster, AngelList, Zip Recruiter, and more. -- ATS: GEM, BreezyHR, Lever, Green House, and others. -- MS Office and Google Suite: I excel in Excel and do wonders with Docs. -- CRM: HubSpot, Capsule, Salesforce. -- Communication: Slack, Skype, Zoom, Google Meet, you name it! If you're tired of job boards and ghosted outreach, letโs talk. Iโll deliver quality candidates who actually convert.
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Yazman, Pakistan
With 3+ years of proven success in full-cycle recruitment, I specialize in end-to-end talent acquisition, helping businesses consistently identify, engage, and hire high-quality candidates aligned with their organizational goals. I have successfully supported startups, agencies, and enterprise clients in hiring across entry to senior-level roles through strategic sourcing and data-driven recruitment. Whether youโre building a high-performing team or need to fill niche, hard-to-fill roles quickly, I deliver pre-vetted talent, using advanced sourcing techniques. I Specialize In: End-to-End recruitment for technical and non-technical roles Passive candidate sourcing using advanced sourcing techniques Strategic Boolean search techniques for targeted hiring Outreach campaigns via LinkedIn and email to engage top-tier talent Talent pipeline building, market research & talent mapping Executive search & global talent acquisition for senior roles Managing pipelines using ATS and CRM tools I bring not just recruitment experience but a results-driven approach focused on delivering long-term hiring success through strong execution. I prioritize efficiency, accuracy, and transparency while quickly adapting to different team cultures, business needs, and hiring requirements. ๐ฉ Letโs collaborate to build your ideal team. Iโm responsive, professional, and flexible with time zones to ensure smooth communication and efficient delivery.
- LinkedIn Recruiting
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Bahawalpur, Pakistan
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Software engineer hiring guide
Software engineers design, develop, and maintain the applications and systems that power modern businesses. Whether you need to build a custom web application, develop a mobile app, or scale an existing platform, hiring the right software engineer is essential for business success. This guide covers what software engineers do, typical costs, and how to find and hire top talent.
What does a software engineer do?
Software engineers build and maintain the applications, systems, and platforms that power todayโs businesses. They write clean, efficient code, architect scalable solutions, and solve complex technical challenges. Unlike basic coding, software engineering involves a systematic approach that prioritizes reliability, maintainability, and long-term performance.
Day-to-day, software engineers analyze requirements, write and test code, debug issues, and collaborate with designers, product managers, and other developers. They work with programming languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, and C++, and use frameworks tailored to your project's needs. Their role extends beyond writing code to making architectural decisions that determine how an application handles data, security, and user traffic as the business grows.
Common projects include custom web and mobile application development, API development and third-party integrations, database design and optimization, system architecture planning, and legacy system modernization.
How to hire a software engineer on Upwork
Upwork makes it easy to find, vet, and hire software engineers who match your technical needs and project timeline. To streamline your hiring process, just follow these four simple steps.
Step 1: Craft a targeted job post
The quality of your job post directly influences the caliber of candidates who apply. In your post:
Describe your project's purpose, key features, and desired outcomes
List technologies required, such as Python/Django backend with React frontend
Mention must-have skills like GraphQL API development, Docker containerization, or AWS cloud deployment
Cover logistics such as your budget range and deadline
To create a tailored job post quickly, try the Job Post Generator powered by Umaโข, Upworkโs Mindful AI. Describe what you need in a few sentences, and Uma will craft a job post in seconds. You can also review software engineer job description templates for ideas and inspiration.
Step 2: Evaluate proposals
Taking a structured approach to reviewing proposals will help you move efficiently from a large applicant pool to a focused shortlist.
Have Uma give instant video interviews and side-by-side comparisons
Use Upworkโs filters to find candidates by rate, location, and experience
Review proposals for signs that the candidate has understood your job post and has the skills to meet your needs
Check profiles for links to active Github accounts and similar coding repositories, checking for coding quality and accuracy
Check portfolios for case studies showing how their previous work has accomplished their clientsโ goals
Step 3: Interview your top choices
Quick video interviews give you the chance to ask any questions you have left for your top candidates, and to get a feel for what a collaboration with them might be like.
Schedule and conduct interviews within Upwork messaging to get instant transcripts and summaries from Uma
Ask the candidates to walk you through past work from their portfolio, focusing on aspects that are similar to your project and challenges they overcame
Walk through their workflow from requirements gathering to deployment
Discuss logistical details such as communication frequency, payment, and ownership of deliverables
You can refer to common interview questions for freelancers to help keep your conversations focused and productive.
Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work
Once youโve found the right person, you can send a contract directly through the Upwork marketplace. A solid contract protects both parties and helps collaborations be successful from beginning to end.
Use Upwork's contract workroom, messaging, and payment protection for secure collaboration
Choose fixed-price contracts for projects with clear deliverables, such as implementing a single feature or configuring a single plugin
Break large projects into milestones, such as gathering requirements, planning, executing, testing, and deploying
Choose hourly contracts for ongoing work or projects without clear deliverables, such as ongoing code review, monitoring, and security patching
Upwork is not affiliated with and does not sponsor or endorse any of the tools or services discussed in this article. These tools and services are provided only as potential options, and each reader and company should take the time needed to adequately analyze and determine the tools or services that would best fit their specific needs and situation.
The rates and information provided in this article are based on current data and industry sources available at the time of publication. Freelance rates can vary depending on factors such as experience, location, project scope, and market conditions. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research to confirm current rates and trends, as this information may change over time.
How much does hiring a software engineer cost?
Independent professionals on Upwork base their rates according to market demand, the scope and complexity of the project, and their own skills and experience. The following chart lists typical costs you might find for hiring a software engineer for projects often found through Upwork.
Basic bug fixes or small features
$500-$2,000 /project
- Single feature implementation
- CSS /HTML layout fixes
- Plugin configuration
Custom application development
$3,000-$15,000 /project
- Full web/mobile app build
- REST API development
- Database schema design
Complex enterprise solutions
$15,000+ /project
- Microservices architecture
- Legacy system migration
- High-load scaling
Ongoing development & maintenance
$2,000-$10,000 /month
- Feature iterations
- Security patching
- Performance monitoring
Strategic technical leadership
$8,000-$20,000+ /month
- Technology roadmap
- Code review & mentorship
- Vendor selection
FAQs about software engineers
Frequently asked questions
Is hiring a software engineer worth it?
Yes, hiring a professional software engineer is worth it when you need custom functionality, scalability, or long-term maintainability that off-the-shelf tools can't provide. A skilled engineer brings strategic problem-solving and optimized code that scales with your business, ensuring your software is secure, fast, and capable of handling growth.
Where can I hire a software engineer?
You can hire software engineers through freelance marketplaces, staffing agencies, job boards, or professional networks. Upwork can help you connect with a global pool of software engineers with verified skills, client reviews, and transparent pricing, plus built-in tools for posting jobs, reviewing proposals, conducting interviews, and managing contracts.
What's the difference between a software engineer and a software developer?
The terms are often used interchangeably, but software engineers typically apply engineering principles to software design โ focusing on architecture, scalability, and system-level thinking. Software developers often emphasize hands-on coding and specific feature implementation, though many senior professionals have the skills for both roles.
How long does hiring a software engineer on Upwork typically take?
You can start receiving proposals within hours of posting a job, but most clients wait 1-2 days to begin interviewing. Many successful hires are made within a week. For highly specialized roles, it may take slightly longer to find the perfect match.
Can I hire software engineers for short-term projects?
Yes, Upwork supports both short-term and long-term engagements. You can hire for specific one-time projects like building a feature or fixing a bug, or create hourly contracts for continuous development and maintenance needs.
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