Freelance Software Developer Dubai for Hire
Based in Dubai and available for on-site collaboration across the UAE — or remote worldwide. I’m a freelance software developer with 15+ years of experience, 100+ projects, and the senior judgment to own your build end to end.
Local when it counts. Global when it doesn’t.
If you’re looking for a freelance software developer in Dubai for hire, you have two bad options: agencies that sell you a senior and deliver a junior, or freelancers who disappear mid-project. I offer a third — a Dubai-based senior with 15+ years of experience who answers his own emails, shows up on-site when it matters, and ships.
Being local means discovery workshops in person, same-timezone collaboration across the Gulf and Europe, and someone who understands the regional market — from UAE payment gateways to bilingual product considerations. And when on-site isn’t needed, I work remotely with clients across 6 countries. See my full-stack development services or the main hire me page.
What you get, locally
- On-site in Dubai when it matters — Kickoffs, workshops, and stakeholder sessions in person across Dubai and the UAE. Some conversations are just better face to face.
- Full-stack range, one person — React, Node.js, TypeScript, plus Shopify and Webflow for marketing sites. One senior covering frontend, backend, and everything between.
- Regional market know-how — UAE payment gateways, bilingual product considerations, and Gulf business norms — the local context remote freelancers miss.
- Fractional CTO perspective — Architecture, vendor, and hiring advice comes with the build. You get a technology partner, not just hands on keyboards.
- Direct senior access — You talk to me, the person writing your code. No account managers, no telephone game, no junior handoffs.
- Flexible, professional engagement — Project-based or retainer, with clear contracts and invoices. The reliability of an agency, without the markup.
From coffee to launch
- Coffee or call
We meet in Dubai or over video to discuss your goals. You’ll know fast whether we’re a fit.
- Written proposal
Scope, timeline, and fixed pricing in writing — including when on-site time is part of the plan.
- Build with visibility
Weekly demos and open communication. Drop by for a working session, or follow along remotely.
- Launch and handover
Deployment, documentation, and training for your team — with ongoing support available.
The short version
- 15+ years of software engineering; 100+ projects across 6 countries.
- Based in Dubai — on-site across the UAE, remote worldwide.
- Engineering leadership at Phaedra Solutions, Integriti, Napollo, Nabidios, Nello, and EverestX.
- Senior-only freelance: the person you meet is the person who builds.
- Clear contracts, professional invoicing, and reliable communication.
Dubai hiring questions, answered
Are you available for on-site work in Dubai?
Yes — I’m based in Dubai and regularly work on-site for kickoffs, workshops, and key milestones across the UAE. For day-to-day development, remote is usually more efficient, and we agree the mix up front.
Do you work with clients outside the UAE?
Absolutely — clients across 6 countries, from the US to Malaysia. Dubai’s timezone overlaps Europe, Asia, and the Gulf fully, which makes collaboration easy.
How do contracts and payment work?
With a clear written contract covering scope, timeline, and IP — and professional invoicing. For UAE companies, everything is documented properly; for international clients, standard freelance agreements apply.
Can you help with more than development?
Yes. As a fractional CTO I also advise on architecture, technical hiring, and product strategy — many Dubai engagements start as builds and grow into advisory relationships.
How quickly can you start?
Typically within one to two weeks. Reach out and we’ll schedule a call or coffee this week to discuss your timeline.
Ready to get started?
Tell me about your project and let's discuss how I can help. The first conversation is free — and honest.
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