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LatAm Payments: How to Receive USD in 2026

Remote work is on the rise worldwide, and Latin America (LatAm) has become a hotspot for tech talent. U.S. companies are drawn to the region’s skilled developers, aligned time zones, and competitive costs. This boom in cross-border hiring comes with a critical question for LatAm remote developers: how do you get paid in USD efficiently…

Tali Katkownik Jan 8, 2026 14 min read
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Scaling Engineering Teams in the AI Era: Structure, Roles, and Data

Scaling engineering teams is an exciting milestone. You’ve closed your Series B, proven product–market fit, and are ready to accelerate. But rapid growth brings a paradox: the processes that worked for a 10-person startup can quietly collapse at 50+ engineers. When you’re scaling a tech team in an environment where AI tools and automation are…

Florencia Giorgi Jan 2, 2026 17 min read
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Why Hire AI Engineers in Latin America

While the U.S. and China dominate the AI landscape, Latin America is rapidly emerging as a major talent hub. With a population nearing 700 million and a growing focus on STEM education, the region offers an attractive alternative for CTOs and tech recruiters looking to hire AI developers. In North America and Europe, the race…

Damian Wasserman Dec 15, 2025 9 min read
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Chile vs. Peru for Software Outsourcing

As more U.S. companies scale their engineering capacity through nearshore software development, two markets consistently lead the conversation: Chile and Peru. Both countries have become high-value destinations for outsourcing to Latin America, offering access to skilled engineers, strong cultural alignment with U.S. teams, and real-time collaboration across nearly identical time zones. Yet when comparing Chile…

Damian Wasserman Dec 9, 2025 9 min read
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EOR vs. Traditional Hiring Models

Global tech spending is on a record-breaking climb — software alone is projected to reach $1.23 trillion in 2025, up 14% from 2024. This growth underscores a fundamental truth: companies that can scale global engineering capacity quickly and compliantly will dominate the next wave of innovation. Yet, for most organizations, international hiring remains a major…

Tali Katkownik Dec 5, 2025 10 min read
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Hiring LATAM Engineers: 7 Mistakes to Avoid

Tech leaders in the U.S. are under immense pressure to scale development teams quickly and cost-effectively. Outsourcing to Latin America (LATAM) is often seen as the perfect solution – the region offers a massive talent pool, real-time collaboration across similar time zones, and strong cultural affinity with North America. In fact, companies can tap this…

Ana Chirinos Nov 28, 2025 12 min read
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Brazil vs. Colombia for Hiring Remote Developers

As more U.S. companies expand their engineering teams through nearshore talent, two Latin American countries consistently stand out: Brazil and Colombia. Both offer strong technical talent, competitive compensation ranges, cultural compatibility, and aligned time zones — all critical advantages when building distributed engineering teams. But choosing the right market requires a nuanced assessment of workforce…

Damian Wasserman Nov 27, 2025 9 min read
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Pre-Vetted Tech Talent: How We Vet the Top 1%

Finding a good developer is tough. Finding a truly exceptional one—someone who doesn’t just code, but innovates, collaborates, and leads—can feel nearly impossible. In a global talent pool with millions of engineers, how do you find those rare individuals who will actually move your business forward? A company’s success depends on hiring the right talent…

Damian Wasserman Sep 30, 2025 9 min read
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Remote EOR vs. Contractor: Which to Choose

Managing a global workforce has become increasingly complex for tech companies, with many US firms turning to remote teams and international talent pools. The rise of remote work and cross-border hiring means leaders must carefully choose the right employment model. In this guide, we compare the Employer of Record (EOR) model versus directly hiring contractors…

Tali Katkownik Sep 17, 2025 10 min read
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