Toptal

Toptal is a curated talent marketplace that connects top-tier freelancers with high-paying clients around the world. Focused on developers, designers, finance experts, and project managers, Toptal has a rigorous screening process, where only the top 3% of applicants are accepted. Once approved, freelancers gain access to exclusive, remote-friendly gigs with major tech companies and startups, often on long-term contracts with premium rates.