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Senior Independent Software Developer at A.Team: Build High-Impact Products on Your Terms

This clean hiring banner shows the A.Team role, the pay range, and key benefits for senior independent software developers.

A.Team is a private network for senior independent software developers. The platform matches you with high-growth companies for meaningful product work. You join small, elite teams and build software from the ground up. You keep full control over your schedule and your earnings.

This career path matters now. Independent work is a major force in the job market. Upwork reports 64 million Americans freelanced in 2023, or 38 percent of the U.S. workforce. Companies need senior talent without full-time overhead. A.Team solves this problem for builders and clients alike.

This role gives you a way to earn top rates while doing work you choose. You avoid the traditional full-time grind. You work on your own terms. You build products for companies like Lyft, Walmart, and Pepsi.

Senior Independent Software Developer

Role Overview: Join A.Team as a senior independent software developer. You build products from the ground up with small, elite teams for high-growth clients. You keep 100 percent of your earnings and choose your missions. This role suits experienced builders who want autonomy and high impact.

Responsibilities

• Build full product lifecycles from scoping to technical execution.
• Collaborate with teams of three to four senior builders.
• Advise clients on strategy and technical direction.
• Create software for early-stage incubations, startups, and traditional enterprises.
• Ship production-ready features with high quality and speed.
• Communicate progress and trade-offs clearly with distributed teams.

Qualifications and Profile

• Minimum four years of professional software development experience.
• Strong portfolio of past creations, products, or features you built.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, distributed environment.
• Experience with modern software stacks and product delivery.
• Located in the Americas, Europe, or Israel.
• A referral source or verifiable track record of client work.

This role supports A.Team's mission because you bring senior skills to ambitious clients. You help teams launch products faster and avoid full-time hiring delays. Your work directly shapes products for companies like Lyft, Walmart, and Pepsi.

Company Overview: A Private Network for Unhirables

A.Team launched quietly in May 2020. The founders saw senior engineers leaving big companies and successful startups. These builders wanted meaningful work without full-time employment. A.Team built a home for them. The platform calls its members "unhirables." These people reject traditional jobs and choose autonomous, distributed teams instead.

The platform is invite-only and application-only. You cannot simply sign up. You apply. A team reviews your past creations. The company has raised more than $60 million from investors like Insight Partners, Tiger Global, NFX, and RocNation. Prominent backers include the former CEO of Upwork, the founders of Fiverr and Lemonade, and Apple's Global Head of Recruiting. Visit the A.Team website to learn more.

A.Team members have earned over $85 million. The platform matches small, diverse teams of builders with companies backed by elite venture firms. These firms include Andreessen Horowitz, Y Combinator, Softbank, and General Catalyst. High-profile clients prefer cohesive teams over single freelancers. A.Team curates groups for substantial missions. The platform keeps friends together whenever possible.

The company values autonomy, skill, collaboration, and trust. You decide which missions to accept or decline. You face no pressure. The community holds curated, off-record gatherings. You join a close-knit group of senior builders who want to do excellent work on their own terms.

Salary and Benefits Insight

Developers on A.Team earn between $90 and $150 or more per hour. You keep 100 percent of your earnings. A.Team charges a flat, transparent service fee on top of your rate. This model differs from many freelance platforms. You do not lose a percentage of your pay.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics lists median annual pay for software developers at $132,270 in 2023. That equals roughly $63.59 per hour. A.Team's hourly range often exceeds this median. A full-time equivalent at $90 per hour is about $187,200 per year. At $150 per hour, the figure rises to $312,000 per year. You manage your own taxes and benefits as an independent worker.

You also gain non-cash benefits. You control your schedule. You choose your projects. You work with top founders and high-growth companies. You avoid office politics and long commutes. You join a private network with regular invitations to ambitious software missions. This is a strong package for senior builders who value freedom and high pay. Check Glassdoor salary data for more context on senior developer pay.

You also get support from A.Team's model. The platform handles client sourcing and team matching. You focus on building. You keep your autonomy. You retain full control over your earnings and your work life.

Career Growth and Industry Outlook

The demand for senior software developers stays strong. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 17 percent growth for software developer jobs from 2023 to 2033. This rate is much faster than the average for all occupations. You can read the full outlook on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics page.

Independent work also grows. Upwork's Freelance Forward 2023 study shows 64 million Americans performed freelance work in 2023. That number represents 38 percent of the U.S. workforce. Companies increasingly hire senior independent builders for high-impact projects. A.Team sits at the center of this shift. You can use this role to build a long-term independent career.

Your skills stay relevant. You work on early-stage incubations. You help fast-growing startups scale. You guide traditional non-tech enterprises into modern software. This variety keeps your technical and strategic abilities sharp. You also learn from other senior builders in your teams. You expand your network with world-class founders and operators.

For more guidance, review these essential soft skills employers look for. You can also learn how to network effectively for career growth.

Job Application Tips

Your application must show your past creations. A.Team is selective. You need a strong portfolio and a clear track record. Use these tips to improve your chances.

• Update your resume tips before you apply. Highlight products you built, not just job titles.
• Practice with this interview preparation guide. Prepare stories about product lifecycles, technical decisions, and team collaboration.
• Build a stronger professional LinkedIn profile. Recruiters and clients will review your online presence.
• Develop the essential soft skills employers look for. Communication and reliability matter in distributed teams.
• Use this guide on how to network effectively for career. Referrals help you enter private networks like A.Team.
• Learn how to find legitimate jobs online step by step. Avoid scams and low-quality gigs.

Do not apply if you have less than four years of experience. Recent bootcamp and university graduates do not qualify. Do not submit a generic resume. Tailor your application to A.Team's model. Mention your referral source in the first line. Show a product you launched. Show a feature you built from scratch. Show a team you led. Show a client you helped. Use numbers and outcomes.

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Glossary

Invite-only

You need an invitation or a successful application to join. The platform does not accept everyone.

Unhirables

A.Team's term for senior builders who reject traditional full-time employment.

Venture-backed

The company received funding from venture capital firms. This gives the platform resources to grow.

Flat service fee

A fixed fee added on top of your hourly rate. You keep 100 percent of your rate.

Product lifecycle

The full process from scoping a project to advising on strategy and executing the technical solution.

Referral source

The person or channel that led you to A.Team. Mention this in your application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply to A.Team?

Senior software developers with at least four years of experience can apply. You must live in the Americas, Europe, or Israel. Recent bootcamp and university graduates do not qualify.

How does A.Team pay developers?

Developers earn between $90 and $150 or more per hour. You keep 100 percent of your earnings. A.Team charges a flat, transparent service fee on top of your rate.

Do I need a referral to apply?

A referral helps, but you can still apply. Mention your referral source if you have one. Your application must focus on your past creations.

What types of projects will I work on?

Projects include early-stage incubations, fast-growing startups, and traditional non-tech enterprises building modern software. You may work on vaccine production software or confidential startups.

Is A.Team a full-time employer?

No. A.Team is a network for independent builders. You accept or decline missions without pressure. Most members work independently full-time. Others use the platform for side projects.

How do I apply?

Submit a brief application focused on your past creations. Mention your referral source. Use the CLICK TO APPLY button below to start.

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