Thousands of verified Developer professionals across North America — onsite, hybrid, or remote. Marketplace and automation service company. Direct contracting.
Reviewed by Automate America Editorial Team — updated 2026-05-26 — citing U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics + O*NET SOC 15-1252.00.
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+17%
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics job growth outlook through 2034
What does a Developer do?
A Developer writes the software that runs websites, apps, machines, and back-office systems. They take a business problem, break it into code, test it, and ship something a real user can actually click on Monday morning. You'd find them at software companies, manufacturers, banks, and startups — anywhere a screen, a button, or a database needs to do something useful that didn't exist yesterday.
Developers (software developers) design, code, test, deploy, and maintain software systems — from consumer web and mobile applications to industrial control software, AI infrastructure, and embedded firmware. They work across the full stack or specialize as frontend, backend, mobile, embedded, or DevOps engineers. In industrial automation contexts they build MES, SCADA, historians, custom HMIs, and integration layers between OT and IT systems.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics outlook: +17% employment growth projected through 2034 (median annual wage $132,270). See the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Software developer is the fastest-growing engineering job in BLS — 17% growth through 2034. AI coding tools (Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor) raising senior productivity and reshaping junior expectations. Specialists fluent in AI tooling plus strong system-design and security fundamentals command the highest wage growth.
Onboard & manage. Use built-in time sheets, expense reports, and approvals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I hire Developer contractors on Automate America?
Post your contract on the Post Your Opportunity page. Verified Developer contractors will respond with availability and rates within hours. You select the best match and contract directly — marketplace and automation service company.
What does a Developer contractor cost per hour?
Hourly rates on Automate America are set by the Developer contractor based on experience, geography, and project scope. The platform stat block above shows the live average from recent contracts. For reference, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a national median annual wage near $132,270 for this occupation (see the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the most recent year). Specialized work commands 25-50% premium over the median.
Are Developer contractors available for onsite, hybrid, or remote work?
Yes. Automate America connects Developer contractors for onsite (any U.S. or Canada location), hybrid, and fully remote work. Specify your preference when you post the contract. You can also browse verified professionals by location before posting.
How fast can I find a Developer contractor?
Two paths — both fast. (1)Post your contract and qualified Developer contractors will apply within hours. (2) Skip the wait entirely — Search and Request Professionals directly from the Developer directory and message the people whose profiles match your need. Most urgent contracts ship within 48 hours.
Does Automate America vet Developer contractors before they apply?
All Developer contractors on Automate America have verified profiles, documented work history, validated skill sets, and reviews from prior customers. You can also request references, prior-work samples, and certification proof directly before signing.
Can I browse Developer contractors before posting a contract?
Yes. Search and Request Professionals shows the full Developer directory. You can filter by location, skills, and availability and message contractors directly — no contract post required.