How to hire an open developer operator

Open developer operator hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring open developer operators in the United States:

The median cost to hire an open developer operator is $1,633.
It takes between 36 and 42 days to fill the average role in the US.
HR departments typically allocate 15% of their budget towards recruitment efforts.
Small businesses spend $1,105 per open developer operator on training each year, while large companies spend $658.
It takes approximately 12 weeks for a new employee to reach full productivity levels.
There are a total of 22,768 open developer operators in the US, and there are currently 283,500 job openings in this field.
New York, NY, has the highest demand for open developer operators, with 4 job openings.

How to hire an open developer operator, step by step

To hire an open developer operator, you need to identify the specific skills and experience you want in a candidate, allocate a budget for the position, and advertise the job opening to attract potential candidates. To hire an open developer operator, you should follow these steps:

Here's a step-by-step open developer operator hiring guide:

Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
Step 3: Make a budget
Step 4: Write an open developer operator job description
Step 5: Post your job
Step 6: Interview candidates
Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new open developer operator
Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does an open developer operator do?

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Identify your hiring needs

Before you post your open developer operator job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an open developer operator for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

Determine employee vs contractor status

Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an open developer operator to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an open developer operator that fits the bill.

This list presents open developer operator salaries for various positions.

Type of Open Developer Operator	Description	Hourly rate
Open Developer Operator	Web developers design and create websites. They are responsible for the look of the site... Show more	$19-33
Developer/Consultant	A developer/consultant is responsible for developing system databases and applications, depending on the business' needs and clients' specifications. Developers/consultants design their services to manage optimal performance and maximize productivity for timely submission of projects, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty... Show more	$34-64
SQL BI Developer	A SQI BI developer develops and manages the NET web application known as dynamic VB. They upload data from flat files into databases and validates the data via PL/SQL process... Show more	$34-55

Create an ideal candidate profile
Common skills:
- Python
- Java
- GIT
- Open Source
- Linux
- C++
- Jenkins
- Html Css
- API
- Windows
- CSS
- HTML
- JSON
- AWS
Check all skills
Responsibilities:
- Develop SSIS packages to automate ETL process, and deliver reporting via SSRS.
- Implement a centralize configuration system for managing application settings, consisting of a desktop application with a WCF backend.
- Develop a windows service to send periodic emails.
- Code online help systems for both mainframe and PC environments.
- Work in a mix UNIX and PC environment using FrameMaker, Framemaker+SGML.
- Support an ETL application for data warehouse, and maintain SSIS package and SSRS reports.
More open developer operator duties

Make a budget

Including a salary range in your open developer operator job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An open developer operator can vary based on:

Location. For example, open developer operators' average salary in arkansas is 34% less than in new york.
Seniority. Entry-level open developer operators 43% less than senior-level open developer operators.
Certifications. An open developer operator with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an open developer operator's salary.

Average open developer operator salary

$53,438yearly

$25.69 hourly rate

Entry-level open developer operator salary

$40,000 yearly salary

Updated December 15, 2025

Average open developer operator salary by state

Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
1	New York	$67,215	$32
2	Massachusetts	$65,905	$32
3	Connecticut	$61,993	$30
4	Wisconsin	$61,631	$30
5	California	$61,450	$30
6	Washington	$58,970	$28
7	Colorado	$58,337	$28
8	Minnesota	$57,846	$28
9	Pennsylvania	$55,973	$27
10	District of Columbia	$55,877	$27
11	Virginia	$54,539	$26
12	Ohio	$54,294	$26
13	Michigan	$54,081	$26
14	North Carolina	$53,783	$26
15	Wyoming	$52,749	$25
16	West Virginia	$52,384	$25
17	Montana	$52,329	$25
18	Missouri	$51,920	$25
19	Arizona	$51,706	$25
20	South Carolina	$51,401	$25

Average open developer operator salary by company

Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
1	Microsoft	$100,083	$48.12	764
2	Dassault Falcon Jet	$63,778	$30.66
3	Accenture	$59,803	$28.75	280
4	Accenture Federal Services LLC	$59,085	$28.41	30
5	Deloitte	$58,038	$27.90	602
6	Novetta	$56,944	$27.38
7	Dynamic Workforce Solutions	$56,936	$27.37
8	UMB Bank	$56,604	$27.21	5
9	Transdev Services, Inc.	$56,499	$27.16	41
10	Salt Lake County	$56,194	$27.02	1
11	Infinity Consulting Solutions	$55,179	$26.53
12	Manhattan Associates	$55,102	$26.49	4
13	Intuit	$54,999	$26.44	32
14	Zeus Industrial Products	$54,663	$26.28	4
15	ADEX	$54,496	$26.20
16	ABBTECH	$54,111	$26.01
17	Descartes Systems Group	$53,652	$25.79
18	Randstad North America, Inc.	$53,241	$25.60	77
19	Ventois	$53,114	$25.54
20	American Family Insurance	$53,090	$25.52

Writing an open developer operator job description
A good open developer operator job description should include a few things:
- Summary of the role
- List of responsibilities
- Required skills and experience
Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an open developer operator job description:
Open developer operator job description example
Contract | $55-75/hr | Boston,MA

Are you a ".NET Software Developer/Engineer" tired of being targeted by recruiters with "Developer" positions that don't have any relevance to your skill-set?

If you're a .NET developer seeking the next step in your career journey then Motion can help. We prioritize .NET / C# software development roles and specialize in getting our candidates offers with our clients that match exactly what they are targeting out of an opportunity. We're here to help.

We understand the struggle of applying into the void. Motion is partnered with multiple clients seeking your background. We'll work with you to make sure your next opportunity is exactly what you're looking for and that our clients know your value before you pull the trigger.

Those interested please apply and expect to be contacted by a representative from Motion Recruitment. These roles are based out of Boston and local candidates are strongly preferred however remote flexibility is the future!

Required Skills & Experience

+ 6+ years of experience

+ Coding proficiency with C# .NET

+ Experience with SQL Server

+ Background building scalable applications

+ Experience with JavaScript frameworks

+ Knowledge of Azure

+ Solid communication skills

+ All of the above would be ideal, but feel free to mix and match

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:

+ Medical Insurance

+ Dental Benefits

+ Vision Benefits

+ Paid Time Off (PTO)

+ 401(k) {including match- if applicable}

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future. #LI-JCM5

Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including EOE Protected Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background screening including a criminal check. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Post your job
To find open developer operators for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:
- Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
- Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any open developer operators they would recommend.
- Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level open developer operators with the right educational background.
- Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.
Post your job online:
- Post your open developer operator job on Zippia to find and recruit open developer operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
- Use field-specific websites such as dribbble, authentic jobs, working not working, coroflot.
- Post a job on free websites.
Interview candidates
To successfully recruit open developer operators, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.
You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.
If your interviews with open developer operator applicants aren't enough to make a decision, you should also consider including a test project. These are often the best, most straightforward, and least bias-prone ways of determining who will likely succeed in the role. If you don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:
- TestDome
- CodeSignal
- Testlify
- BarRaiser
- Coderbyte
The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.
Send a job offer and onboard your new open developer operator
Once you've decided on a perfect open developer operator candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.
It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.
After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new open developer operator. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.
Go through the hiring process checklist
- Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
- Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
- Define job responsibilities and requirements
- Establish budget and timeline
- Determine hiring decision makers for the role
- Write job description
- Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
- Promote the job internally
- Process applications through applicant tracking system
- Review resumes and cover letters
- Shortlist candidates for screening
- Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
- Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
- Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
- Conduct background checks on top candidates
- Check references of top candidates
- Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
- Extend offer to top candidate(s)
- Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
- Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
- Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
- Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire an open developer operator?

Before you start to hire open developer operators, it pays to consider both the one-off costs like recruitment, job promotion, and onboarding, as well as the ongoing costs of an employee's salary and benefits. While most companies that hire open developer operators pay close attention to the initial cost of hiring, ongoing costs are much more significant in the long run.

You can expect to pay around $53,438 per year for an open developer operator, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for open developer operators in the US typically range between $19 and $33 an hour.

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