Hire Back End Developers

Back end developers own the services, data models and APIs your product runs on. Our LatAm back end engineers work in your repo, your sprint cadence and your time zone.

  • Works your time zone
  • 8-stage vetting
  • Shortlist in 7–10 days

Typical annual cost

U.S. hire$130,000
Lateam LatAm hire$45,000

Companies save around 65% per back end developer — with no drop in seniority.

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What a back end developer does

Hire remote back end developers from Latin America.

  • Design, build and maintain APIs and backend services
  • Model data and write performant database queries
  • Implement authentication, authorization and security controls
  • Write automated tests and participate in code review
  • Monitor production, debug incidents and reduce tech debt
  • Collaborate with front end, product and DevOps teams

Core skills we test for

  • Node.js / Python / Java
  • API design (REST & GraphQL)
  • SQL & NoSQL databases
  • System design & scalability
  • Testing & debugging
  • Security best practices

Tools they work in

Node.jsPythonPostgreSQLDockerAWSRedisGit & GitHubJira

Hiring back end developers, answered

How quickly can I hire a back end developer?

We typically present a shortlist of fully vetted candidates within 7–10 business days, and most clients make a hire within three weeks of kickoff.

How much does a remote back end developer from Latin America cost?

Most of our back end developers land around $45,000 per year all-in, versus roughly $130,000 for a comparable U.S. hire — about 65% less, with no drop in quality.

Will they work in my time zone?

Yes. Every professional we place works your business hours — LatAm overlaps with all U.S. time zones, so there are no overnight handoffs.

How do you vet back end developers?

Eight stages: English proficiency, a real role-specific skills assessment, structured interviews, behavioral assessment, reference checks, background check, internet speed test, and a workspace walkthrough. Roughly 2–3% of applicants pass.

Ready to meet your back end developer?

Book a free 20-minute intro call. We’ll scope the role and send a vetted shortlist within 7–10 days.

Book a free intro call