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Muhammad A.

Islamabad, Pakistan

$15/hr
4.3
18 jobs

I am a Full Stack Python & Backend Engineer and Tech Lead with 5+ years of experience building and Leading scalable web applications, APIs, and AI-powered systems. I specialize in Django, NextJS, FastAPI, and backend architecture, focusing on building clean, production-ready, and high-performance systems followed by Leading and Managing Team and Overlook Development across the Team 💻 Core Skills: Python, Django, FastAPI, Flask, React, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, NextJS ☁️ Cloud & DevOps: AWS, GCP, Docker, CI/CD 🧠 AI Integration: LLMs, OpenAI APIs, RAG systems, data pipelines 🔧 Expertise: REST APIs, SaaS platforms, system design, backend optimization I focus on scalable backend systems, clean architecture, and real-world production solutions — not just prototypes. Available for full-time / part-time freelance projects. I respond quickly and can start immediately. Keywords: Full Stack Python Developer · Python Developer · Backend Developer · Django Developer · FastAPI Developer · Flask Developer · React Developer · Next.js Developer · TypeScript Developer · TailwindCSS Developer · REST API Development · GraphQL API · Django REST Framework · API Integration · Third Party API Integration · JWT Authentication · OAuth Integration · Stripe Integration · PayPal Integration · Webhook Integration · SaaS Development · SaaS Platform · Multi-tenant SaaS · B2B SaaS · MVP Development · Custom Web App · Web Application Development · Admin Dashboard · Real-time App · WebSocket App · PostgreSQL Developer · PostgreSQL Optimization · MySQL Developer · MongoDB Developer · Redis Caching · Elasticsearch Developer · Database Design · Database Migration · Database Optimization · Docker Deployment · Docker Containerization · CI/CD Pipeline · GitHub Actions · DigitalOcean Deployment · Heroku Deployment · Server Automation · Celery Task Queue · Background Job Processing · Async Python · Task Automation · Web Scraping · Data Scraping · Selenium Automation · Playwright Scraping · Scrapy Developer · Data Automation · Data Pipeline · ETL Pipeline · Pandas Developer · Microservices · Microservices Architecture · API Gateway · Scalable Backend · High Performance API · Python Automation Developer · Django SaaS Developer · FastAPI Microservices · Next.js SaaS · React Dashboard Developer · Python Data Pipeline · Full Stack MVP Developer · Python API Developer · Subscription Billing · Payment Integration

  • Flask
  • Python
  • FastAPI
  • Back-End Development
  • Django
  • JavaScript
  • Healthcare IT
  • SQL
  • Database
  • Node.js
  • Next.js
  • SaaS
  • API
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  • Machine Learning
  • Web Development
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  • Amazon Web Services
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  • Full-Stack Development
Aleksey N.

Golub-Dobrzyn, Poland

$45/hr
5.0
9 jobs

I'm a senior full-stack developer with over 15 years of experience building scalable and reliable web applications from the ground up. I specialize in backend architecture, API development, and complex front-end integrations. My technology stack covers: 🔹 Backend: Node.js (Express, NestJS), Python (Django, Flask, FastAPI), PHP (Symfony, Laravel, Yii2), REST & GraphQL APIs, WebSocket (Socket.io), Celery, RabbitMQ, JWT-based auth, Firebase Functions 🔹 Frontend: React (Redux), Tailwind CSS, TypeScript, Next.js, Vue.js, HTML5, SCSS, Webpack, Vite, responsive & RTL layouts 🔹 Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, SQLite, Elasticsearch, TypeORM 🔹 DevOps: Docker, Docker Compose, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI), Nginx, PM2, AWS (EC2, S3, RDS), DigitalOcean, Heroku, Vercel, cron jobs, monitoring/logging (Sentry, LogRocket) 🔹 Others: Stripe, PayPal, Coinbase Commerce, Google Maps API, OpenStreetMap, Firebase, Cloudinary, SendGrid, Mailgun, Excel/CSV parsers, role-based access control (RBAC), audit logs, data encryption (AES, TLS), GDPR tools (data export/deletion), multi-language & RTL support, performance profiling & optimization, API versioning In the past year, I’ve delivered a large AI-enhanced platform. This experience includes building content generation tools powered by OpenAI, smart recommendation engines, and automated data categorization systems. I have hands-on experience integrating with GPT-based APIs and building backend workflows around AI services. Focusing on high-impact work, I've also successfully delivered over 3 significant long-term projects over the last year, including a Real Estate referral platform, a Referee management system, and a Delivery management solution. My broader expertise also covers building SaaS platforms, ERPs, and complex marketplaces. I work well independently or as part of a distributed team and always prioritize clean, maintainable code and clear communication. 🔸 Fluent in English 🔸 Prefer video-on calls to build better connection 🔸 Committed to long-term, value-driven cooperation

  • Flask
  • ExpressJS
  • MongoDB
  • PostgreSQL
  • TypeScript
  • Django
  • MySQL
  • Laravel
  • Web Application
  • React
  • Symfony
  • JavaScript
  • Node.js
  • PHP
  • Python
Volodymyr D.

Lviv, Ukraine

$27/hr
4.9
22 jobs

Welcome 👋I am an experienced web developer who is passionate about delivering successful projects and has a track record of delivering them 🚀 🔑Key points about me: - Expert web developer with over 4 years of experience developing complex web applications. - Good communicator, with experience managing and leading development teams. - I have an entrepreneurial mindset and a product-oriented mindset, I enjoy not just writing code, but making projects successful. - A full-fledged developer, although I prefer the back-end. - Deep understanding of OOP, design patterns, domain-oriented design. - Specializes in React, Python, TypeScript, Flask, Django, FastAPI, WEB3 - Ability to write complex and efficient database queries, optimizing the site's performance. Knowledge of NoSQL (MongoDb), SQL(Postgresql, MySQL, SQLite). - Algorithms and Data Structure, Catching(Redis) - Experience with asynchronous messaging/queue processing. - Worked with many APIs such as Stripe, Saferpay, Twilio, Cronofy, Sendgrid, Hubspot, Zapier, Viva, PayPal and more. 💻When programming, I use industry best practices to achieve the best results; I consider myself a talented programmer. I am detail-oriented, my code is always well-commented, clean and easy to understand. I am also a quality-oriented developer and my code is always well-tested. I am able to plan, execute, test and launch projects. I am a self-starter who can see things through to the end. I am passionate about building great projects and helping companies succeed. Feel free to message me to discuss your project and make it a success!🚀🚀🚀

  • Flask
  • Python
  • Django
  • FastAPI
  • React
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • SQL
  • NoSQL Database
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • AWS Amplify
  • Web Development
  • Smart Contract Development
  • REST API
  • AI Development
Hassam H.

Lahore, Pakistan

$25/hr
5.0
36 jobs

💼 12+ Years Experience 🏆 Top Rated Plus (Top 1%) on Upwork 📈 5900+ Hours Billed ⚡ 100% Job Success 💰 $100K+ Earnings | 30+ Projects Delivered 🚀 I help businesses build scalable backend systems, AI solutions, and high-performance SaaS platforms using Python. 📊 Core Capabilities Build scalable, high-performance APIs using FastAPI, Django, and Flask. High-throughput SaaS platforms, ETL pipelines, AI/ML workflows, and automation systems. DevOps proficiency: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, GitHub Actions, AWS, GCP. Refactoring legacy systems, microservices architecture, and performance optimization. Strong focus on quality, maintainability, and measurable outcomes. ✅ How I Help Clients Backend APIs and full-stack development with Django/Flask + React/Next.js. End-to-end SaaS and web applications with FastAPI/Django backends. Modernizing legacy Python codebases and migrating to microservices. Data pipelines, ML workflows, AI automation, and ETL solutions. 🔥 Key Projects & Achievements • AI Recruitment Platform – FastAPI + NLP → Automated candidate matching, reducing screening time by 40%. • Medical AI Automation Tool – Flask + PostgreSQL → Streamlined workflows and reporting for medical operations. • Sales Intelligence SaaS – FastAPI + Redis + Celery → Delivered real-time analytics for large datasets. • Ecommerce & Wellness Platform – Django + React → Built a complete product and order management system. • AdTech Backend – Flask + TensorFlow → Developed high-volume campaign targeting for digital signage. • Data Pipelines – Python asyncio + ETL → Processed large-scale datasets efficiently, improving data processing speed by 30%. 🧩 Roles I Excel In: Senior Python Developer · Backend Engineer · Python DevOps Engineer · AI & ML Developer · Full-Stack Python Developer · FastAPI/Django Specialist · Flask API Architect · Automation & NLP Developer 🏭 Industries Served: Recruitment / HR Tech · Healthcare · Sales SaaS · E-commerce & Wellness · AdTech · AI & Automation · Data Engineering 💬 Client Feedback: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Hassam managed our AWS ETL project professionally, including code and infrastructure. Highly recommended.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Hassam quickly understood our codebase and contributed across components. He takes initiative and adds value.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Hassam did a great job for us. He got up to speed on our complicated architecture quickly, and he made great contributions to our product.” 🚀 Let’s Build Something Great: Message me to schedule a 15-minute call. I’ll show you how to deliver reliable, scalable Python solutions with measurable impact.

  • Python
  • Machine Learning
  • AI Development
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Django
  • FastAPI
  • AI Agent Development
  • Large Language Model
  • Retrieval Augmented Generation
  • Vector Database
  • LangChain
  • Chatbot
  • React
  • JavaScript
  • Web Development
  • PostgreSQL
  • Python Script
  • API Integration
  • Automation
  • Web Scraping
Amit V.

Surat, India

$16/hr
4.7
45 jobs

🏆 Upwork Certified Python Developer, Backend Developer 🏆 Senior Software Engineer 🏆 ☛ Hello! If you are looking for high-quality work and long-term collaboration, you are in the right place. ☛ Python Django Developer with 5+ years of industry experience working on more than 50+ clients. As a Upwork Certified Python Developer and Django Developer, I specialize in building scalable Django web applications, Django REST Framework APIs, and Python backend development. I work hard to ensure that you get the value you want out of the money you invest. Delivering quality and customer satisfaction are my top priorities. ☛ I specialize in Python Django development, Django REST Framework, web scraping, data mining, automation, API integration, and cloud services. 👉 PYTHON DJANGO SERVICES: ✅ Django Web Development & Django REST API Development ✅ Python Django Full-Stack Solutions with React/Vue.js integration ✅ Django Backend Development with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB databases ✅ Python Automation, Web Scraping, and Django Migration Services ✅ Django REST Framework for mobile and web APIs ✅ AWS Deployment for Django applications and Python projects ✅ Django Custom Application Development & API Integration 👉 FRAMEWORKS & TECHNOLOGIES: ✅ Backend: Django, Django REST Framework, Flask, FastAPI (Python) ✅ Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, MongoDB, AWS DynamoDB ✅ Frontend Integration: React, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind, Bootstrap ✅ Cloud Services: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Digital Ocean, Heroku, Firebase ✅ DevOps & Tools: Docker, Redis, Nginx Server, Git, GitHub, Bitbucket ✅ Other Python Skills: Selenium, WebSocket, Bash Scripts, Celery, Scrapy, Pandas, NumPy MY TECHNICAL EXPERTISE: ⭐ Back-end frameworks: Python Django, Django REST Framework, Flask, FastAPI ⭐ Web Scraping Tools: Selenium, Beautiful Soup, Scrapy ⭐ Python Libraries: Pandas, NumPy, Talib ⭐ Languages: Python, JavaScript ⭐ Frontend frameworks: React, ThreeJs, Bootstrap ⭐ DBMS: PostgreSQL, MySQL, AWS DynamoDB, SQLite 💬 If you have come this far, open your message box or invite me for a fruitful discussion on your Python Django project requirement, and I will provide you my best reliable solution that can save you good bucks. python developer, python expert, python django , python full stack developer, backend developer, django developer, django expert, django react, django rest framework, full stack django developer, python aws, aws

  • Flask
  • Django
  • Python
  • Django Stack
  • Back-End Development
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Python Script
  • JavaScript
  • API Development
  • REST API
  • AWS Application
  • Software Development
  • CSS
Azizabonu K.

Addison, Texas

$50/hr
5.0
6 jobs

👋 Hi, I’m Aziza! I’m a Python Software Engineer with over 6 years of experience in backend development. I specialize in building scalable APIs, automation systems, and cloud integrations that power efficient, high-performance applications. 🚀 🌟 Here’s what I bring to the table: • 🐍 Expert Python Development: Proficient with frameworks like Django, Django DRF, Django Ninja, Flask, and FastAPI for creating robust and secure backend solutions. • 💳 Payment Systems & Monetization: Integrated Stripe API and RevenueCat to develop subscription plans, manage free trials, cancellations, and track transactions seamlessly. • ☁️ Cloud Integrations: Hands-on experience with AWS services like S3, Lambda, and Rekognition for storage, serverless computing, and image processing. • 🧹 Web Scraping & Automation: Built efficient scraping systems using BeautifulSoup4 and Selenium for data collection, email parsing, and AI model training. • 🔄 Real-time Data Solutions: Designed push notifications using OneSignal, real-time synchronization systems with Firebase, and automated workflows with Celery. 💼 Industries I’ve Worked In: • 🎵 AI & Media: Implemented speech-to-text and text-to-speech systems, integrated SSO with Firebase, and optimized workflows with automation and AI tools. • 🛍️ E-commerce: Developed scalable backend systems for shopping platforms, enhancing user experiences and streamlining operations. • 🌐 SaaS & Startups: Delivered 6+ startup projects end-to-end, utilizing CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions for smooth deployments. ✨ Why Choose Me? I thrive on solving complex challenges and delivering clean, maintainable code that ensures long-term project success. Whether it’s API development, web scraping, or automation, I’m committed to providing efficient, scalable solutions tailored to your needs. Let’s connect 💬—I’d love to learn about your project and help bring your vision to life!

  • Flask
  • Python
  • Python Script
  • Django
  • Back-End Development
  • Web Application
  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • Celery
  • Stripe API
  • Firebase
  • Web Scraping
  • REST API
  • AWS Lambda
  • CI/CD

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How to Hire Top Flask Developers

How to hire Flask developers

Looking for a lightweight web application framework for your Python-powered website? A Flask developer can help. 

So how do you hire Flask developers? What follows are some tips for finding top Flask development consultants on Upwork.

How to shortlist Flask development professionals

As you’re browsing available Flask development consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Technology fit. You want a Flask developer who understands how to use Flask with the other technologies in your web application.
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., using Flask with React).
  • 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 Flask developer.

How to write an effective Flask developer job post

With a clear picture of your ideal Flask 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.

Job post title

Create a simple title that describes exactly what you’re looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample Flask job post titles:

  • Building a web app with Flask and React
  • Full-stack Python/Flask developer needed for a photo-sharing app
  • Need help building a dashboard with Flask and Dash

Flask developer project description

An effective Flask development job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From Flask templates to websites, 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 with certain industries, web technologies, or developer tools, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Flask developer responsibilities

Here are some examples of Flask developer job responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and deploy a Flask-powered web application
  • Test and debug Python code and third-party integrations
  • Translate technical requirements into back-end components
  • Integrate front-end features with back-end services

Flask developer requirements and qualifications

Here are some examples of Flask developer requirements and qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Python and Flask
  • Web development fundamentals (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Working knowledge of object-relational mapping (ORM)
  • Data science expertise (e.g., NumPy, Matplotlib, scikit-learn) 
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Flask Developers FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Flask?

Flask is a Python microframework for web development. While most frameworks aim to give you everything you need to build a website out of the box, Flask takes a minimalist approach, providing only the bare essentials: routing, request and error handling, templating, cookies, unit testing, debugging, and a development server. Flask is based on Werkzeug, a toolkit for Web Server Gateway Interface (WSGI) applications, and Jinja, a Python web templating engine.

Flask leaves other common web framework features such as the database abstraction layer, form validation, and ORM up to the developer, giving them creative freedom over how to build out their technology stack. 

How much does it cost to hire a Flask developer?

The first step to determining the cost to hire a Flask developer will be to define your needs. Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

Cost factor #1: project scope

The first variable to consider when determining scope is the nature of the work that needs to be completed. Not all Flask projects are created equal. Building a static website with basic HTML and CSS via Flask’s templating engine will typically take less time than creating a web app from scratch.

Tip: The more accurately your job description describes the scope of your project, the easier it will be for talent to give you accurate cost estimates and proposals.

Cost factor #2: Flask developer experience

Choosing the right level of expertise for the job is closely tied to how well you determined the scope of your project. You wouldn’t need an advanced Flask developer to set up a handful of web templates for a business landing page. On the other hand, incorporating a recommendation engine into your ecommerce website would require the skills of a seasoned Python programmer. 

Beyond experience level, you need to consider the type of experience the talent possesses. The following table breaks down the rates of the typical types of Flask developers you can find on Upwork.

Rates charged by Flask developers on Upwork

Level of Experience Description Hourly Rate
Beginner Proficiency in Python, Flask, Werkzeug, and Jinja. Experience with back-end web development fundamentals (e.g., templating, databases, servers). Experience with front-end fundamentals (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript).  $20-30+
Intermediate Beyond basics, experience working with other web technologies such as integrating a Flask back end with a React front end. Familiarity with Python data science libraries such as NumPy.  $30-60+
Expert Skilled Python programmer with experience across the Python web technology stack. Specialized skills such as writing machine learning algorithms with TensorFlow. Experience managing a team of web developers. $60-90+

Cost factor #3: location

Location is another variable that can impact a Flask developer’s cost. It’s no secret that you can leverage differences in purchasing power between countries to gain savings on talent. But it’s also important to factor in hidden costs such as language barriers, time zones, and the logistics of managing a remote team. The real advantage to sourcing talent remotely on Upwork is the ability to scan a global talent pool for the best possible person for the job. Location is no longer an obstacle. 

Cost factor #4: independent contractor vs. agency

The final variable regarding talent cost is hiring an independent contractor vs. an agency. An agency is often a “one size fits all” model, so you’ll often have access to a designer, a project manager, an engineer, and more. When hiring individuals you have total autonomy regarding who is responsible for which part of the project, but you’ll need to source each of those skills separately.

The trade-off between hiring individuals vs. hiring an agency is the level of administrative overhead you incur personally in coordinating tasks among all members of the team. Project scope and personal preference will determine which style is a better fit for your needs.

Flask developer tips and best practices

DRY (don’t repeat yourself)

If you find yourself writing the same code for the same action multiple times, chances are high you could probably refactor it into a leaner, more performant block of code. If you can save time by using the factory pattern, do it. The DRY principle encourages readability, flexibility, testability, and efficiency when writing code. 

Take advantage of the data scientist community’s affinity for Python

Python’s laconic syntax and low learning curve allowed it to quickly become a favorite programming language among data scientists. As a result, there are lots of libraries and tools available for Flask developers that other web developers won’t immediately have access to unless they already know Python. 

Here are some examples of popular Python data science libraries:

  • NumPy is perfect for scientific computing and performing operations on arrays.
  • Matplotlib can help you generate charts, scatterplots, and other data visualizations for your website.
  • Scrapy is a popular web scraping library that can help you build your own web crawlers.
  • Keras is a high-level neural networks API.
  • TensorFlow is a popular machine learning framework developed and maintained by Google. 

Using microservices with Flask

The microservices architectural style involves designing software applications as suites of modular, self-contained, independently deployable services. These services are often self-contained via containers such as Docker and utilize REST APIs to communicate with one another. 

Flask’s minimalist approach to web development synergizes nicely with microservices architectures and can be a great choice for building modern enterprise web applications. Splitting your application development into self-contained units increases testability, reliability, and security. It also allows your apps to take advantage of parallel processing for enhanced performance.