Looking for a US-Based Software Engineer for Long-Term Collaboration

I’m looking for a reliable software engineer based in the US for a possible long-term collaboration. The ideal person has solid experience with web or backend development and is comfortable working remotely. I’m mainly interested in someone who can communicate clearly, join occasional calls, review technical requirements, and help with software-related projects when needed. Useful skills would be: React / Next.js Node.js / Python APIs and backend development Databases like PostgreSQL or MongoDB AWS, Docker, or general deployment experience This is not a full-time role at the beginning. I’d like to start with a small paid task or short call first, and if it’s a good fit, we can continue working together on more projects. Please apply with: A short intro about your background Your main tech stack Your location/time zone in the US A few examples of previous projects Your hourly rate Good communication is more important than being perfect in every technology. Thanks.