Contracts & Legal
Should I hire remote developers as contractors or full-time employees?
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In general, contractors give you flexibility, simpler cross-border logistics, and let developers handle their own local taxes, while full-time employees give you stronger long-term attachment and control but require local entities and higher labor costs. For most nearshore remote teams in Latin America, starting with full-time contractors structured to work exclusively and long term with you is usually more practical; you can later convert top performers to employees if/when you open local entities.
How is intellectual property protected with remote development teams?
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In general, IP with remote development teams is protected through a master service agreement (MSA) and NDAs that assign all work product and IP rights to the client, plus strict security/compliance terms (e.g., VPN use, dedicated work devices, password managers). Agencies also sign mirror agreements with their engineers so IP and confidentiality obligations flow down to each individual. In particular, companies like BEON.tech assume full responsibility for IP assignment and NDA compliance through their U.S. entity.
How are NDAs and contracts handled for US companies hiring remote talent?
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U.S. companies hiring remote talent in LATAM sign a single MSA and NDA with the agency’s U.S. entity. The agency handles all local agreements with engineers as independent contractors and ensures they sign the client’s NDA, intellectual property assignment, and security clauses. This setup provides comprehensive legal protection and centralized invoicing, without incurring employment liabilities or needing to establish local entities.
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