How to hire Facebook API developers
APIs (application programming interfaces) aren’t just for developers anymore—the API economy is something marketers and business owners alike need to factor into their social media strategies. If you’re looking to leverage Facebook data in your business, a Facebook API developer can help.
So how do you find a Facebook API developer? What follows are some tips for finding top Facebook API development consultants on Upwork.
How to shortlist Facebook API development professionals
As you’re browsing available Facebook API development consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the freelancers you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:
- Developer workflow. You want a Facebook API developer who understands the tools and technologies used by your development team so they can slide right into your developer workflow.
- Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., programmatically accessing marketing analytics via the Facebook Marketing API).
- Feedback Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular Facebook API developer.
How to write an effective Facebook API development job post
With a clear picture of your ideal Facebook API developer in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.
An effective Facebook API developer job post should include:
- Scope of work: From Facebook ads to post automation, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
- Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
- Background: If you prefer experience working with certain Facebook API capabilities such as comment automation, mention this here.
- Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.
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