Welcome to the Open Collective Program! This page outlines how to apply to the Supasquad program and get paid for the work you do via Open Collective. We’ve categorized work into two main sections: tasks that don’t require approval and those that do. Please review these guidelines carefully to ensure smooth collaboration.
When reviewing applications, we’re hoping for a reaction like:
“Awesome! They've already been such a big help—so glad they're applying.”
Not:
“Hmm… I don’t think we’ve seen this person around before.”
If we don’t recognize your avatar yet, that’s totally fine—today’s a great day to start. Jump in and feel free to come back and apply in a few months.
Supasquad applications are reviewed monthly by the Supabase Team. We look for people who:
Contributors accepted into the Open Collective Program receive a stipend as a way of supporting their contributions to the Supabase community. We already have contributors writing code, triaging GitHub issues, answering questions in Discord, improving documentation, and much more. The stipend is meant to be a flexible way to recognize the value of your time and involvement.
Contribution levels: To recognize ongoing contributions and commitment, we use the following tiers:
| Tier | Rate | Bill up to | Duration/Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1: Helper | $40 per hour | 2-5 hours / week | First 6 months working with us; applies to all new contributors |
| Tier 2: SupaHelper | $50 per hour | 5-10 hours / week | After 6 months of contributions and min. 100 hours |
| Tier 3: SupaExpert | |||
| (invite only) | $75 per hour | 10-40 hours / week | This tier is available by invitation only. |
Eligibility requires a minimum of 12 months of active contribution and at least 200 contributed hours.
It’s reserved for those who’ve made a sustained and significant impact. |
Notes: