Hiring a senior software developer in the U.S. today? You're looking at $150K+ a year, before perks, taxes, bonuses, and stock options. And if you’re a startup founder trying to move fast and build lean, that number can feel… well, impossible.
But here’s the good news:
You don’t need to choose between burning runway or cutting corners. There’s a smarter, faster, and more sustainable way to scale your dev team—and it starts just south of the border.
The Real Cost of Hiring in the U.S.
Let’s break it down. When you hire a senior developer in the U.S., here’s what you’re really paying:
- Base salary: $130K–$180K
- Benefits & perks: ~$20K
- Recruiting costs: 15–25% of annual salary
- Time-to-hire: 45–60 days (if you’re lucky)
And that’s assuming you find someone who sticks around.
Now multiply that by 3–5 devs. It adds up fast. For early-stage startups and scaling tech teams, that kind of spend slows you down more than it speeds you up.
Meet the Developers Silicon Valley Is Sleeping On
There’s a goldmine of senior tech talent in Latin America that most U.S. startups haven’t tapped into yet—but the ones who have? They’re winning.
These aren’t junior devs or “cheaper alternatives.”
We’re talking about battle-tested senior engineers, fluent in English, aligned with U.S. work culture, and operating in your time zone. Developers who’ve worked on complex products, shipped at scale, and know how to thrive in startup environments.
At Gtech.team, we’ve spent years building relationships with the top 1% of talent across Latin America. These are the kind of developers who could easily be leading teams in New York or SF, except they live in Colombia.
They’re sharp. Fast. Humble. And ready to plug into your team tomorrow.
This is your unfair advantage:
Hire software developers in Latin America who bring world-class skills without the bloated U.S. price tag. The kind of people you’d hire full-time if you met them in person, only we’ve already found them for you.
Why Founders Are Making the Switch
More and more founders are realizing that partnering with the best outsourcing companies isn’t just a cost-saving move—it’s a competitive advantage.
- Senior-level developers: ~40% of U.S. cost
- Real-time collaboration: Same time zone = fewer delays
- Strong communication skills: They’re fully proficient in English
- Speed to hire: Most teams are up and running in under 2 weeks
- No legals and hiring headaches: We handle the back office
Real Story: How One Founder Saved $250K+ and Gained Speed
One of our clients, a fast-growing e-commerce SaaS startup out of NYC, came to us in a bind. They had just raised a seed round and needed to scale their dev team, fast!
We helped them build a fully remote dev squad in Latin America in under 3 weeks. They hired three senior developers at less than half the U.S. cost, without compromising on quality or speed.
The result?
They shipped their beta two months ahead of schedule and saved over $300K annually.
Why Gtech.Team?
We’re not a faceless outsourcing company.
We’re a Latin American team that’s obsessed with quality, culture fit, and helping startups grow. Every developer we place is someone we’d proudly have on our internal team.
You get the benefits of a full-time senior dev—without the $ 150 K+ price tag, the months of hiring, or the stress of hoping it’ll work out.
Let’s Build Smarter
If you’re a CEO or founder trying to scale without breaking the bank, this is your moment to rethink your hiring strategy.
Don’t just hire. Hire smart. Hire fast. Hire in Latin America.
Gtech.team is here to help you scale with confidence, clarity, and incredible talent.
Let's connect and meet your next favorite developer—ready to go, no BS!
