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How does the staff augmentation model work? Complete guide
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Staff augmentation is a hiring model where external developers work as part of your team while remaining employed by a staffing provider.
How it works step by step:
1.Define your needs
-Role requirements (seniority, tech stack)
-Team size and timeline
-Project scope and duration
2.Provider sources candidates
-Searches their talent pool or recruits new candidates
-Conducts technical and cultural vetting
-Presents 2-4 pre-screened candidates
3.You interview and select
-Technical interviews with your team
-Culture fit assessment
-Final selection (typically 1-2 weeks)
4.Onboarding
-Developer joins your team (usually 2-3 weeks after selection)
-Provider handles equipment, contracts, payroll setup
-You handle technical onboarding and access
5.Ongoing engagement
-Developer works full-time on your projects
-You manage daily work; provider handles HR/admin
-Regular check-ins and performance reviews
-Replacement if needed (no extra cost)
Key characteristics:
•Monthly billing (no upfront fees)
•Long-term focus (6-24+ months typical)
•Full-time dedication (40 hrs/week)
•Integrated team member (not external vendor)
BEON.tech uses this model with developers across Latin America, including talent management and retention programs.
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