Vetted for endpoint development, database access, integrations, and backend logic.
role overview
Product features often depend on endpoints, authentication, permissions, or third-party integrations. A dedicated backend developer completes API updates and server-side logic tied to the release.
Full stack developers split time across frontend and backend layers. Hire backend developers when APIs, authentication, database logic, and integrations need focused server-side ownership.
User roles, permissions, sessions, and access rules can become harder to maintain as applications grow. Hire a backend developer to manage authentication logic and authorization workflows.
Payment tools, CRMs, analytics platforms, and internal systems often depend on backend services. Backend developer outsourcing assigns integration fixes, service updates, and error handling to one role.
Local markets may have limited availability for API, database, authentication, and integration experience. Global hiring expands access to developers with system-level application skills.
Remote backend developers add coverage for API updates, database work, integrations, and maintenance without pulling internal engineers from core work.
Hiring developers from global markets allows backend work to be matched to API release windows, integration reviews, database updates, and engineering collaboration hours.
Hiring nearshore and offshore backend developers gives local teams coverage for recurring API work, database updates, and integration tasks at a lower cost than hiring locally.
See how much you can save by hiring remote backend developers from cost-effective regions.
$7,500/month
Average US Salary
$1,800/month*
Average Philippine Salary
76%
Potential savings
$2,400/month*
Average LATAM Salary
68%
Potential savings
VS
| Local US Hire | Philippines | LATAM | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Base Salary | $90,000 | $21,600 | $28,800 |
| Payroll Taxes (7.65%-10%) | $9,000 | $0 | $0 |
| Benefits (20%-30%) | $18,000 | $0 | $0 |
| PTO (5%-10%) | $4,500 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Cost | $117,000 | $21,600 (excluding service fees) | $28,800 (excluding service fees) |
| Savings | - | $95,400 | $88,200 |
* Salaries shown are based on publicly available data (Indeed, Glassdoor, etc.), showing average rates by role and location. Offshore rates do not include outsourcing provider fees. Please schedule a consultation to receive detailed information tailored to your needs.
Backend Coverage Model:
System Use Case:
Average Cost:
$2,400 – $2,600 per month
Backend Coverage Model:
System Use Case:
Average Cost:
$1,800 – $2,100 per month
Backend Coverage Model:
System Use Case:
Average Cost:
$2,200 – $2,400 per month
Backend Coverage Model:
System Use Case:
Average Cost:
$2,200 – $2,400 per month
Backend Coverage Model:
System Use Case:
Average Cost:
$1,200 – $1,800 per month
Backend Coverage Model:
System Use Case:
Average Cost:
$7,500 – $9,500 per month
 | Freelance Marketplaces | Traditional Staffing Agencies | |
|---|---|---|---|
Engagement Structure | Full-time, dedicated role | Hourly or project-based | Permanent hire or temp placement |
Role Ownership | Client-managed, embedded in your team | Independent contractor | Client-managed after placement |
Vetting & Screening | Multi-stage vetting + English validation | Self-reported profiles | Resume screening + interviews |
Industry & CRM Alignment | Matched by role, industry, and tools | Varies by individual | General experience matching |
Commitment & Stability | Long-term role continuity | Often juggling multiple clients | Depends on employee retention |
Upfront Fees | None | None | 15–30% placement fee typical |
Replacement Support | No-cost replacement guarantee | You must rehire yourself | Often additional fees apply |
Cost Efficiency | Up to 76% lower than U.S. hiring | Variable hourly rates | High salary + agency fees |
Global Talent Access | Nearshore & offshore sourcing | Global, unstructured | Primarily local markets |
Scalability | Build one role or entire team | Difficult to standardize | Slower hiring cycles |
We begin by reviewing the APIs, databases, authentication rules, integrations, and services tied to the role. We also confirm stack requirements, sprint cadence, and work hours before sourcing begins.
Within 3 to 5 days, you receive vetted backend developer profiles for review. You interview each candidate and make the final selection based on backend experience, stack requirements, and working hours.
After selection, we manage onboarding, contracts, payroll, and compliance. Your backend developer starts within two weeks and begins work on APIs, database updates, integrations, authentication, or backend maintenance.
We source, vet, and present candidates before you pay.
Meet and approve candidates before they join your team.
If a hire doesn’t work out, we replace them at no cost.
We manage international payroll and employment compliance.
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Hire backend developers when the role needs dedicated ownership of APIs, databases, authentication, integrations, and server-side logic. A full stack developer is better when the same role must cover both frontend and backend work.
Yes. Hired backend developers can work inside existing APIs, databases, services, integrations, and server-side codebases. During scoping, we review the stack, open issues, access needs, documentation, and maintenance requirements.
Backend developers are placed in full-time, dedicated roles only. They work with one client and are not shared across accounts, assigned part-time, or rotated across unrelated projects.
Yes. Working hours are defined during scoping and included in candidate matching. We can source nearshore or offshore backend developers aligned to U.S. hours, EMEA schedules, API release windows, integration reviews, or engineering handoffs.
If a replacement is needed, we manage the process at no additional cost. The new backend developer is matched to the same stack, API scope, database requirements, work hours, and system workload.
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Andrew C
VP Finance, Bluestone Lane
Mike M
Owner, Carve Financial
Danielle R
VP of Client Services, Pentius
Casey H
Manger Of Training, Homelight
Casey H
Manger Of Training, Homelight
Danielle R
VP of Client Services, Pentius
Mike M
Owner, Carve Financial
Andrew C
VP Finance, Bluestone Lane
Undisclosed
CEO, Startup Incubator
Undisclosed
HR Manager, Tech Company
