Ask HN: Freelancer? Seeking freelancer? (February 2026)

[jon_north]

Please lead with either SEEKING WORK or SEEKING FREELANCER, your location, and whether remote work is a possibility.

Please only post if you are looking to hire a freelancer or work as one. Small (2-5 person) agencies are fine, but recruiters, job boards, and so on, are off topic here.

[dang]

We phased out this regular thread a few months ago because most people were cross-posting between it and "Who Wants to Be Hired" (or, if they were seeking a freelancer, "Who Is Hiring").

I appreciate that you and at least a few other users have found these freelancer threads valuable and, if I can find a few minutes to look into it more closely, will consider restoring them. I'd prefer to have a solution to the cross-posting problem before doing that.

As for the latter: I've moved a few comments that were posted here to the appropriate threads, but left the ones that had already been cross-posted and marked them as [dupe].

[rossdavidh]

So, it seems like a "FREELANCE" or "OPEN TO FREELANCE" or etc. keyword, on the regular "who is hiring" and "who wants to be hired", would not be too difficult for people to use and understand.

[jon_north]

As I noted before, since people are free to post what they like on HN, there is no reason for the community not to bring it back if desired.

Please don't moderate a thread you didn't post when nothing offensive is being posted. It's unnecessary and rude.

[lowercased]

Please bring this back as a separate feature.

[ivxn]

SEEKING WORK | Remote | EU (UTC+0)

Software/Platform Engineer, 5+ yrs. SWE, distributed systems and cloud background. I build dev-centric platforms for startups/larger orgs. Currently focusing on AI workloads and associated platform challenges.

Recent work:

  - Built European managed multicloud/BYOC Kubernetes PaaS (run managed k8s on your own Cloud / in your own DC)
  - Shipped multi-tenant SaaS on EKS/GCP (50+ microservices, tenant isolation)
  - Durable AI agents: memory/context management, safety guardrails (finetuned classifiers), real-time voice agent latency optimization (LiveKit, KEDA)

  Stack: Python, Go, Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, Temporal, NATS, Dagster, LLMs, Qdrant. Not sticky with tools.
  Sweet spot: Long-running agentic workloads, AI infra cost/latency optimization, platform zero-to-one, developer experience.
  CV: https://github.com/NominalTrajectory/cv/blob/main/dist/cv.pdf
  Email: i [at] ivxn.sh
  Website: ivxn.sh

[ivxn]

SEEKING WORK | Remote | EU (UTC+0)

Software/Platform Engineer, 5+ yrs. SWE, distributed systems and cloud background. I build dev-centric platforms for startups/larger orgs.

Recent work:

  - Built European managed multicloud/BYOC Kubernetes PaaS
  - Shipped multi-tenant SaaS on EKS/GCP (50+ microservices, tenant isolation)
  - Durable AI agents: memory/context management, safety guardrails (finetuned classifiers), real-time voice agent latency optimization (LiveKit, KEDA)

  Stack: Python, Go, Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, Temporal, NATS, Dagster, LLMs, Qdrant. Not sticky with tools.
  Sweet spot: Long-running agentic workloads, AI infra cost/latency optimization, platform zero-to-one, developer experience.
  CV: https://github.com/NominalTrajectory/cv/blob/main/dist/cv.pdf
  Email: i [at] ivxn.sh
  Web: ivxn.sh

[barryzest181]

SEEKING WORK | Remote | Worldwide

Frontend Developer specializing in broken project rescue & code optimization.

*What I do:* - Fix "impossible" bugs and broken React/frontend projects - Rescue stalled AI integrations and chatbots - Optimize bloated codebases and improve performance - Technical writing & SEO content

*Recent win:* Fixed an AI chatbot that had been broken for 3 months (3 other developers failed) — found the bug in 2 hours. Single async/await mistake.

*Tech Stack:* React 18 | TypeScript | Vite | Redux Toolkit | Material-UI | Workbox | Node.js

*Rate:* $50-75/hr or project-based *Email:* [e-mail] *Location:* South Africa (Remote)

Let's fix what's broken.

[GauntletWizard]

SEEKING WORK | US | Remote OK

I am a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE), Google Style, with experience at both large and small organizations. I can help you build a Platform Engineering practice from the very beginning. I'm looking to help small dev teams increase their velocity by implementing best-practices of Devops: CI/CD, Kubernetes Deployments, and effective Monitoring frameworks.

My resume: https://resume.gauntletwizard.net/ThomasHahnResume.pdf

My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-hahn-3344ba3/

My Github: https://github.com/GauntletWizard

[rchrh]

SEEKING WORK | REMOTE | EST (UTC -5)

Remote: Yes, I have been working remotely with clients mainly across U.S. time zones. Open to additional time zones.

Willing to relocate: No

Technologies: Python, SQL, ML model development (personalization, forecasting, propensity modeling), ML pipelining (DAG-based and event-driven workflows), Embeddings (api-based and self-hosted), Vector DBs (FAISS / Pinecone), RAG (hybrid search and metadata filtering), Prompting (tool-use via MCP, SQL), LLM Evaluation (retrieval/accuracy metrics, LLM-as-judge, human-in-the-loop), Cloud (AWS, GCP, Azure), Docker

Résumé/CV: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p1S5StMSM-dwZ9U_ZZw1xCe1Mpy...

Email: [e-mail]

ML Engineer and Data Scientist with 10+ years of experience helping early-stage organizations build ML/AI products from the ground up. I specialize in the data and model layer—RAG pipelines, evaluation frameworks, ML infrastructure and orchestration—working alongside other engineers handling agent applications and their orchestration. Experience includes MVP to production LLM integration, 0→1 ML infrastructure development, building and deploying end-to-end model pipelines from laptop to cloud.

Open to short-term projects and ongoing contracts, part and full-time with a preference for the former (fractional).

[DinoStarcic]

  SEEKING WORK | CENTRAL EUROPE | REMOTE

  Premium service, fourteen person team of developers + 2 PMs + 1 QA + 1 UI/UX designer, focused on the design &
  development of web and mobile products and custom integrations.

  Working with EU & USA (EST & PST) clients from funded startups to corporations (Fortune500) 

  Can work as an outsourced team or cover the full product development cycle.

  Email: info [at] higroup.io
  Website with portfolio: www.higroup.io 
  Rate: Either fixed per project or $75/hour; Fast turn around. You receive a quote in 48 hours.

  -----------------------------------------------------------
  Location: Slovenia, Ljubljana, European Union 
  Frontend: HTML5 (Bootstrap,Tailwind etc.), CSS3 (Sass), JavaScript (Vue.js, Nuxt.js, React), Three.js
  Backend: PHP (Laravel), GO and Node.js (NestJS), Python (FastAPI)
  Mobile: Flutter
  Databases: MySQL, NoSQL, MongoDB
  Platform: AWS, Azure, Oracle, DotDigital, Terraform
  Integration experience: Stripe, Mollie, PayPal, Klarna, BigCommerce, Contentful, hygraph, Directus ...
  -----------------------------------------------------------

  We always listen to the needs and wishes of our customers when advising on product 
  realization, we can proudly say that customer satisfaction is our guarantee.

[ixude]

SEEKING WORK | Remote | France (UTC+1)

DevSecOps & Fullstack Engineer (Ex-Thales / BlueTrusty)

I build secure systems and fix critical backends. I don't just ship code; I ensure it doesn't get hacked.

Tech Stack:

    Core: Go (Golang), C++ (Qt), Node.js/TypeScript.

    Ops/Sec: Docker, Forensic Analysis, Hardening.

Recent Work:

    Crisis Mgmt: Led forensic response & network reconstruction during a ransomware attack.

    Product: Built & shipped "Parkto" mobile app to stores (Node.js/Stripe).

    Industry: C++/Qt dev for medical imaging (Therapixel).

Availability: 15-20h/week. Perfect for technical audits, complex bug-fixing, or adding security-critical features.

Contact: [e-mail] Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-lena/

[ixude]

SEEKING WORK | Remote | France (UTC+1)

DevSecOps & Fullstack Engineer

I build secure systems and fix critical backends. I don't just ship code; I ensure it doesn't get hacked.

Tech Stack:

    Core: Go (Golang), C++ (Qt), Node.js/TypeScript.

    Ops/Sec: Docker, Forensic Analysis, Hardening.

Recent Work:

    Crisis Mgmt: Led forensic response & network reconstruction during a ransomware attack.

    Product: Built & shipped "Parkto" mobile app to stores (Node.js/Stripe).

    Industry: C++/Qt dev for medical imaging (Therapixel).

Availability: 15-20h/week. Perfect for technical audits, complex bug-fixing, or adding security-critical features.

Contact: [e-mail] Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-lena/

[uokesita]

SEEKING WORK | 100% REMOTE

Specialized in NextJS, React Native, and Ruby on Rails. Prefer to work on projects close to business outcomes.

Tech Stack: AWS, Bedrock, Amplify, AppSync, ReactJS, NextJS, Langchain, Langgraph.

- Email: [e-mail]

- Web: https://osledybazo.com

[ceoj]

SEEKING WORK, REMOTE - WORLDWIDE

Remote: Yes. I have been working remotely with clients from USA, UK/EU, AUS/NZ for last 15+ years.

Willing to relocate: No

Technologies: Senior Ruby on Rails, React and AI developer with 15+ years of experience with software development.

Résumé/CV: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fvnKGKM6T2yAtkMhShAyxJtS...

Email: [e-mail]

I am Sunil, senior Ruby on Rails, React and AI developer with super happy clients from all over the world. I am open to part-time, and full-time opportunities.

[skyriser]

SEEKING WORK | iOS/macOS developer | Worldwide | Remote

Location: Montreal, Canada | EST timezone | Remote, no relocate

• Technologies: Swift, Objective-C, AppKit, UIKit, SwiftUI, Stock/Forex/Crypto

• Tools: Xcode, Github, Figma, Jira/Linear/Trello, Cursor/ChatGPT/Claude

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiancomeau

• Resume/CV: http://chriscomeau.com/resume

• Email: [e-mail]

[kayleighb1]

SEEKING WORK

Fractional Project & Operations Manager

I help founders and teams get time back in their week by taking over the delivery and ops work that slows everything down. I plug in part-time or fractional, work fully remote, and keep execution moving so you can focus on growth and the work that actually matters.

Location: Remote

Remote: Yes (fully remote - ideal timezones APAC & Australia, can also align to Americas)

Willing to relocate: No, fully remote support only.

Technologies: Project Management, Risk Management, SailPoint IdentityNow, IAM, RBAC, Access Governance, Cybersecurity Programs, Identity Controls, Agile / Hybrid delivery, Jira, MS Office Suite, MS Projects, Confluence

Résumé/CV: Available on request

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayleigh-beahan-9b4666198/

Email: [e-mail]

[joshua0143]

Location: New York City, NY Remote: Yes Willing to relocate: Yes

Technologies: Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, AWS (ECS, RDS, S3, Lambda), Node.js, Ruby on Rails, Elixir, JavaScript, SQL, Redis, Docker, Grafana, OracleDB, Firebase

Résumé/CV: https://linkedin.com/in/josh-blume https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bAQRFzpYrA5eOwsuJMpMJrBouak...

Email: joshremotepm at gmail dot com

Background: Senior software engineer with ~8 years of experience building and scaling backend and full-stack systems in finance, healthcare, logistics, and e-commerce. At JPMorgan Chase, worked on high-volume financial data APIs serving hundreds of millions of records from vendors like Bloomberg and NYSE using Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and AWS.

Previously led backend work at GOGOX, designing real-time systems for mobile apps handling tens of thousands of deliveries monthly, and at Chordline Health, maintaining large-scale healthcare claims platforms processing millions of records. Earlier experience includes Elixir-based high-concurrency web crawlers and Rails APIs for international e-commerce.

I’m especially strong in:

Designing and scaling microservice architectures

Real-time and data-intensive systems

Cloud infrastructure and production reliability

Quickly learning new domains and owning systems end-to-end

Looking for senior backend or full-stack roles at product-driven startups or teams working on complex systems (data platforms, infra, fintech, health tech, or AI-adjacent work). Remote-friendly preferred, but open to relocation.

[ogarten]

SEEKING WORK | Germany | Remote | CV: Full CV and details on request Email: hello (at) orellgarten.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ogarten

Website: https://orellgarten.com

Technologies & Skills: Data Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Modelling & Pipeline Design, Python, FastAPI, SQL, AWS, Azure, DuckDB, API design (full list on request)

Experienced data engineer looking for data engineering contracts to solve business problems.

I usually work on the entire data chain from data generation up to BI or ML use cases at the end. Main focus is data from your business operations (logs, sensor data, process data, ...).

More than 7 years of experience in various industries (Aviation, Automotive, AdTech, ...) where I have helped my clients successfully tackle their challenges.

[DanielBulicDev]

SEEKING WORK | Remote (Europe, USA, Germany, Taiwan)

Location: Germany/Taiwan

Remote: Yes

Willing to relocate: No

Technologies: Angular, Spring Boot, Next.js, Nest.js, Express.js, HTML, CSS, SCSS, TypeScript, Java, SQL, MongoDB

Portfolio: https://danielbulic.dev/en/projects/

Resume-CV (english): https://drive.google.com/file/d/18PPv5GN893soCy2Pc0fjfWg6H1U...

Resume-CV (german): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jlj9VKSJ62Av7wsDJeSJ601htAE...

Email: [e-mail]

GitHub: https://github.com/bulicovic

Hello, I am Daniel, a freelance full-stack software developer and consultant with over 8 years of experience in developing scalable, high-performance web applications and services. I specialize in accessibility in web applications and have developed fully automated tests for this purpose. I have experience in Angular, Spring Boot (Java/Kotlin), Node.js, and DevOps practices.

My Service includes:

- Consulting on accessibility, provide information and guidelines

    - How developers implement accessibility (with Angular, React.js, Vue.js, Next.js, etc.)
    - How accessibility is tested automatically from end to end
    - How this can be integrated into the CI/CD pipeline.

- Consulting and development of web applications with Angular.

- Consulting and development of REST APIs with Spring Boot.

I have delivered complex and innovative solutions in industries such as IoT, energy, financial services, and digital transformation.

My expertise includes ensuring code quality through refactoring, applying the test pyramid, and integrating CI/CD pipelines. I am passionate about building future-ready technology, with a strong commitment to clean architecture, performance optimization, the continuous adoption of best practices, and staying at the forefront of modern frameworks and technologies.

[stevesunderland]

SEEKING WORK | USA | Remote

Developer + Designer

I'm a graphic designer and web developer who creates websites, brand identities and marketing material for a variety of companies including startups, agencies and non-profit organizations. In addition to my design skills, I am also a full-stack web developer.

DESIGN: websites, apps, UI/UX, mobile, logos, marketing material, trade show displays, packaging, photo retouching, book covers, etc.

DEVELOPMENT: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue, Angular, Python, Django, SQL, PHP, Bootstrap, Foundation, REST APIs, Wordpress, Webpack, Jekyll, Hugo, etc.

PORTFOLIO: https://sunderland.studio

LINKEDIN: http://linkedin.com/in/stevesunderland

CONTACT: [e-mail]

[twogrouptheory]

SEEKING WORK | REMOTE | EST time zone (UTC -5)

Full stack developer with decades of experience.

In my last contract I helped a UK startup to pivot to a new market.

I previously worked in e-learning industry and helped organisations achieve their goals.

Tech :

- Typescript / Node.js / React / React native / GraphQL

- Python (Django) / PHP (Laravel / Symfony)

- hands on the AWS console (ECS / lambda)

- and more (databases / CI / CD / devops / authentication).

CV : https://github.com/k3roulas/two-group-theory/raw/master/stat...

email : twogrouptheory [at] gmail [dot] com

[thr3sholds]

SEEKING WORK | Canada (CST / UTC -6) | Remote

I do focused, outcome-driven fixes on existing web systems (often PHP, plus infra and automation).

Most engagements run 1–3 weeks and resolve specific failures or bottlenecks.

I prioritize functionality and usability over novelty and don't upsell rewrites if repair is possible.

I'm a good fit for teams that value decisive fixes over lowest-cost bidding.

Examples available on request.

Contact: [e-mail]

[nunoarruda]

SEEKING WORK

Angular & Ionic developer. Open to remote, long-term, part-time frontend development opportunities.

Location: Portugal

Remote: Yes, remote only

Willing to relocate: No

Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, RxJS, Angular, Ionic, Cordova, Capacitor

Résumé/CV: https://nunoarruda.com/resume.pdf

Email: [e-mail]

[opudrovs]

SEEKING WORK

Location: Germany (Dusseldorf)

Remote: Yes

Willing to relocate: No

Technologies: React, Next.js, TypeScript, Mantine UI, Tailwind CSS, shadcn, Material UI, Bootstrap, Node.js, Express, NestJS, PostgreSQL, various auth solutions (Supabase Auth, Auth0, Firebase Auth etc.), Golang, Kubernetes, AWS, Swift, Unity, various analytics and monitoring solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, Pendo etc.), OpenAI API, AI agents.

Résumé/CV: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UVHNlrDhIZwHV2N0XmGhOluLguZ...

Email: [e-mail]

Available for remote work worldwide, very flexible across time zones. Looking for permanent or contract positions.

Hi! I’m Olga, an experienced software engineer looking for frontend or fullstack projects.

I have experience building greenfield projects and complex features that “just work,” as well as diving into complex legacy codebases, fixing “unfixable” bugs, and performing major refactoring.

In addition to React/Next.js and Node/Express.js development, I also have experience with cloud-native workflows (Golang + Kubernetes), OpenAI API integration and agentic workflows, native iOS development, and game development. Thanks to my multi-platform experience, I can help you port large products across different platforms.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olga-pudrovska/

My contributions to Weave GitOps (React/Golang Kubernetes dashboard project): https://github.com/weaveworks/weave-gitops/commits?author=op... https://github.com/weaveworks/weave-gitops-enterprise/commit...

My latest fullstack code samples: https://github.com/opudrovs/react-api-data-sample/ https://github.com/opudrovs/nestjs-demo/

[btcalex]

SEEKING WORK | Chicago | Remote

I'm a backend engineer primarily (python, node/typescript) with experience as a full stack freelancer (react) and as a data engineer (experience in dbt/snowflake/postgres).

I am looking for short term contracts with 10 or less billable hours which I can complete before the end of February. My usual rate is $100 an hour.

If you have bugs or features in your backlog which are constantly getting deprioritized, hit me up! I have open availability currently and would absolutely love to help.

You can set up an appointment at https://SomebodyHire.Me (This site is geared more towards me finding a full-time job, but I need to find a way to pay March rent so ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ ).

[xl0]

SEEKING WORK

  Location: Nomadic, Colombia at the moment
  Technologies: PyTorch, Deep Learning, LLM,  Diffusion models, NumPy, JAX (a bit), CUDA | SvelteKit, TypeScript, tailwind, drizzle | Linux (25 years), AWS, Docker, common sense
  Email: [e-mail]

URL: https://alexey.work/?ref=hn46857644

I'd love to get back into Deep Lerning (torch, cuda, etc, etc), but also cofortable with the usual "Agenetic AI", whatever you want it to mean, and :heart: SvelteKit. In my past lives: Linux kernel development, Molecular Biology masters, Electronics engineering in Shenzhen.

Some cool stuff, or just check my gh:

https://github.com/xl0/lovely-tensors

https://chat.congusto.ai/chat

https://lovely-docs.github.io

https://pelican.alexey.work/gallery

[DevOpsMaster]

SEEKING WORK: EU, Remote Worldwide

I offer DevOps, Cloud and Development services for startups, growth companies and enterprises. For example, I often setup DevOps installations, architect and build cloud infrastructures, design platform architectures and build cloud-based, SaaS and mobile products.

What makes me unique is that my services are tuned precisely to each of my clients: their products and customers, and the way their teams work. I only provide solutions that fit.

Some of my services are fixed-price which makes them ideal for startups. Here are some examples:

  * Azure / AWS Cloud Platform cluster build-out: $950
  * Azure DevOps setup for a small org < 5 repos: $500
  * Cloud platform security review: starting at $750
  * DevOps Practice Checkup: starting at $600
  * Alerting and monitoring solutions: starting at $870
  * Scale-up infrastructure assessment: $1,500

I also provide emergency services, support, workshops and training.

BOOK YOUR FREE CONSULTATION HERE: https://ondemanddevops.com/?sid=hn2602

[skyriser]

SEEKING WORK | iOS/macOS developer | Worldwide | Remote

Location: Montreal, Canada | EST timezone | Remote, no relocate

• Technologies: Swift, Objective-C, AppKit, UIKit, SwiftUI, Stock/Forex/Crypto

• Tools: Xcode, Github, Figma, Jira/Linear/Trello, Cursor/ChatGPT/Claude

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiancomeau

• Resume/CV: http://chriscomeau.com/resume

• Email: [e-mail]

[kmatthews812]

SEEKING FREELANCER Remote, 40 hours a week, long term project, Eastern Time Zone

I am seeking a freelancer with significant Flutter experience to help rebuild the mobile app of a well known media brand. You must be available 40 hours a week, starting in late February, and be able to coordinate during eastern time zone working hours.

If interested, please email your LinkedIn to [e-mail].

[poeticsilence]

SEEKING WORK

Location: San Francisco, CA

Remote: OK

Willing to Relocate: No

Programming Languages: Ruby, Scala, Javascript, Python, TypeScript, Haskell, Scheme

Programming Strengths: Data Structures and Algorithms, Data Engineering, Programming Language Theory, Type Theory, No-Code, AI&Prompt Engineering, Complex & Unusual Domains (Healthcare, Fintech, Music, Arts, Sciences)

Frameworks, Databases & Tools: Vue, React, Rails, Flask, Postgres, HBase, MongoDB, Kafka, Jenkins, AWS, Docker

Other Skills: Leading Teams & Managing Projects, Productizing LLMs, Managing Interview Pipelines, Architecting & Implementing Greenfield Solutions, Education & Team Growth, Leading Communication and Coordination Between Stakeholders Across Teams and Organizational Silos

CV: Available Upon Request

Email: [e-mail]

I am a seasoned (>15 years experience) full-stack staff-level software engineer specializing in the backend, systems architecture, AI, platform engineering, internal tools, prototyping, and data engineering. In addition to strong programming and architectural skills, I'm a force multiplier for any team in either role through the three T's -- teaching, talking, and tooling. I also hold a US patent in the AI space.

In the past, I've taught a number of scientists and students to code in python; I've led and managed a number of high-impact engineering teams of up to 12; and pioneered a number of no- and low-code solutions for stream processing, data model and query generation, form building, workflow systems, and front-end construction for a variety of industries, including those with strong regulatory requirements and complex business rules such as healthcare and fintech. >10% of all medicare applications and millions of individuals currently flow through pioneering no-code systems I conceived and built and have ran in production for over a decade.

More recently, I've built a no-code automated form-filler; a no-code web scraper (and an AI for generating such scrapers from a spec and 1-3 example urls from a page); and a workflow engine for coordinating LLMs and other generative AI processes, and on top of this a platform for both minimizing hallucinations and working with documents that are far too large for existing context window inputs or outputs using a novel, patented process that I invented; and applied these tools to various contracted projects requiring analysis and and cross-checking of information and other forms of integrity across textual and video/audio corpus data in a variety of domains (fiction and non-fiction).

I am also an improvisational pianist, published poet, and I've created novel algorithms and tools for studying and composing both music and poetry, which I have given a talk on at a recent functional programming conference.

I have extensive experience working for and running startups, software consulting shops, with some mid-sized company engineering experience as well; these give me a unique insight into speaking with customers and internal stake-holders, translating between engineering and other departments, gathering requirements, aligning stake-holders across departments on a vision and attainable timeline, and architecting/building/taking ownership over significant internal and customer-facing areas of responsibility.

If any of the above seems like a match for you and your organization or project, don't hesitate to reach out. I am available for both full-time positions and short- and long-term contracts.