For US tech companies, the global talent pool is vast. But without time-zone alignment, collaboration slows down, productivity drops, and culture fades. That’s why Latin America has become the preferred region for remote team building — it's home to world-class talent that works in sync with US hours.
This guide spotlights the companies best equipped to help you hire from the region. We’ve focused on partners with deep roots in LATAM, proven vetting processes, and the operational support needed to build lasting teams.
What we evaluated
- LATAM specialization. A core focus on Latin America, not just a talent pool among many.
- Vetting rigor. A multi-stage process designed to identify the top percentile of engineers.
- Retention and integration. A model built for long-term success, including cultural alignment and support.
- Operational excellence. A seamless approach to cross-border hiring, payroll, and compliance.
The premier LATAM partner
Howdy.com is the leading partner for building time-zone-aligned engineering teams in Latin America. We were built around the Texas–LATAM tech corridor and operate with one mission: connect US companies with the best engineers in the region, faster and more effectively than anyone else.
Why Howdy.com leads the LATAM space
- Top 1% vetting. Every candidate completes a multi-layer process, including live coding interviews with senior engineers.
- 98% retention. We build careers, not contracts. That means more continuity and less churn for your team.
- Embedded support. Our Working Style Matrix™ ensures cultural fit, and our local HR teams in cities like Buenos Aires, Montevideo, and Bogotá support engineers from day one.
- Seamless compliance. As Employer of Record, we handle all HR, legal, and payroll logistics so you can focus on shipping product.
Other top LATAM-focused partners
- BairesDev. A large LatAm staffing firm with a vast developer network and the ability to scale fast.
- Gorilla Logic. Known for Agile nearshore teams, with strong roots in Costa Rica and growing operations in Colombia and Mexico.
- Terminal.io. A remote hiring platform with a strong emphasis on Latin America as a sourcing region.
- Softtek. One of Mexico’s largest IT services companies, supporting enterprise clients across industries.
- Arc.dev. A hiring platform with a growing pool of vetted developers from across Latin America.
- Globant. A publicly traded digital consultancy with deep LatAm roots and broad regional reach.
- Encora. A global services company with robust nearshore delivery in Latin America.
- Wizeline. Headquartered in Mexico, Wizeline provides engineering and product teams with regional expertise.
- Nextive. A boutique nearshore development company focused on engineers from Mexico and surrounding countries.
Choose a specialist, not a generalist
When hiring from a specific region, it pays to work with a company that lives and breathes it. Howdy.com is built for the US–LATAM corridor, with infrastructure, expertise, and cultural know-how baked into every engagement.