Explore leading staff augmentation providers that help businesses expand their teams quickly with skilled professionals. Find a partner that matches your needs by filtering your search by expertise, budget, and location.
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Were passionate about what we do whether it is working with a new client on a strategic project, meeting users for UX testing, developing innovative solutions, or just coming together for a team lunch or social activity...
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
The Smartest People In The World Work With SPBD...
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- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Hikru provides nearshore Technology Professional Services, enhanced with AI and data capabilities, to help organizations transform strategically...
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- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- San Jose, Costa Rica
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
At Kaizen Softworks, were here to make your business thrive with custom software solutions. Our team is a blend of skilled designers, software engineers and scrum masters who are dedicated to transforming your business challenges and ideas into effective software solutions...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are a full-cycle IT development company that designs and creates perfect solutions based in the US with HQ in Walnut, California. Our experience in diverse marketplaces allows us to offer high-level service to our clients with a clear understanding of their need for flexibility, speed, and agility...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Walnut, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Clockwise Software is a digital product development company with 10+ years in the market and 200+ delivered solutions across SaaS, ERP, Logistics, MarTech, and HealthTech. Senior engineers, product thinking, and reliable delivery with under 10% variance on CPI/SPI across projects...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
MusicTech Lab is a Kraków-based software development firm specialising in building digital products for the music industry. They offer services ranging from web and mobile application development to team extension and consulting, working with music-tech startups, labels, publishers and audio platforms...
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- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Tech Comradery LLC is a digital consulting, specializing in leveraging AI and human-centric design to transform businesses. We empower organizations by developing tailored technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive growth...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Business Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- CRM Consulting
- AI Development
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Mysoft Heaven (BD) Ltd. is a Top Software Development Company with 15+ years of excellence. We specialize in enterprise-grade solutions like ERP, FinTech, e-Governance, and HRMS (HR Sheba). Our scalable SaaS platforms and Cyber Security solutions empower global organizations...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Mirpur, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Techtweek Infotech is a CERT-In empanelled IT consultancy and AWS Advanced Consulting Partner, founded 2021. Led by a CISA-certified architect, we build and operate infrastructure that passes audit: DevOps, cloud, cybersecurity and 24/7 managed services for regulated businesses...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
GeekyBugs helps startups and growing businesses build, scale, and improve digital products with experienced software engineers and flexible development teams...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We build tech products that scale...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
ELIFTECH thrives on taking a business idea and transforming it into a high-tech product. ELIFTECH designs, builds, tests, and launches software technology for a variety of industries. The company successfully creates software that connects people, devices, systems, and data in a seamless process...
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- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
launchOptions provides Full-cycle software development for Startups, Small- and Medium-sized companies worldwide.Domain expertise: Human Resources, Logistics and Transportation, Food and Beverage, Urban/Public, Insurance, Automotive, Arts & Entertainment.Languages spoken: English, German, Italian...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Larnaca, Cyprus
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We have always delivered on time - and can provide references...
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- Location
- Thimphu, Bhutan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Tron AI is a USA-based software development company with an R&D team in Eastern Europe. Founded by experienced developers from Fortune 100 corporations, we deliver custom software solutions using cutting-edge technologies and end-to-end development practices...
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- Web Development
- AI Development
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- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help startups and SMEs work with top tech talents from Eastern Europe...
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- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- HR Outsourcing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
App Design 360s custom web, mobile & software design & development company. We engaged with our customer to provide evidence based strategic solutions, customer friendly UI design and best-in-class customized digital experiences for tomorrow. We have been formed as a team for 6 years of industry specialized...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Teaneck, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
BitsWits is the top mobile app development company in the US, creating innovative mobile applications that help businesses across industries increase efficiency, engagement, and sales. Our top mobile app developers utilize cutting-edge technologies to build high-performing, intuitive mobile solutions that...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- VR/AR
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
RedCat is an information technology firm that provides web and mobile development services to customers all over the globe.Over the last five years, we have assisted foreign startups in securing a suitable position on the market and achieving growth via the use of the most cutting-edge technologies...
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- Mobile App Development
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- IoT
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- Location
- Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We are a Paraguayan company composed of high motivated individuals...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Asunción, Paraguay
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are a fast and efficient software development company, specializing in custom web development, MVP creation, and IT staffing. Our expertise includes ASP.NET Core, Angular, Bubble.io, Flutter for iOS and Android. Let us accelerate your success in short term!...
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- Web Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
HiresLink connects U.S. and Israel-based startups with pre-vetted talent from Latin America. We specialize in tech, AI, revenue, and operations roles across Argentina, Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil with average time-to-shortlist of 48 hours. Unlike traditional staffing firms, we publish open salary benchmarks...
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- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Starling Elevate IT Solution is a leading provider of innovative and tailored IT services, helping businesses navigate the complexities of digital transformation. With expertise in AI, Machine Learning, Data Engineering, Web Development, Mobile App Development, and E-commerce platforms, we empower...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
TotalTech Global Limited (TTG) is a registered, premium provider of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Custom Software & App Development, and IT Resource Augmentation solutions.With a team of industry experts and 100+ successful projects globally, we help businesses cut costs, scale faster, and deliver...
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- Digital Services
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $7/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Call Point Business Solutions Ltd. is a business process outsourcing company established in 2017. The company provides customer-facing, administrative, technical, financial and sales support services to international businesses...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- BPO
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- Location
- Comanche, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Staff Augmentation Companies
What services do staff augmentation firms typically provide?
Staff augmentation firms provide a range of talent solutions depending on their area of specialization. Here are some of the most common staff augmentation services:
- IT staff augmentation: UI/UX designers, software developers, mobile app developers, data analysts, QA testers, cybersecurity specialists, and DevOps engineers
- Finance and accounting staffing: Bookkeepers, accountants, financial analysts, and compliance professionals
- Creative and marketing staffing: Content writers, graphic designers, social media managers, and performance marketers
- Manufacturing and operations staffing: Industrial engineers, quality control inspectors, and supply chain analysts
Some staff augmentation services also cover strategy consulting or fractional leadership support, such as CFOs, CTOs, or senior operations and manufacturing consultants.
What is the difference between staff augmentation and outsourcing?
Staff augmentation involves temporarily hiring external skilled professionals to expand your internal team's capacity. These professionals work alongside your in-house staff, follow your processes, and are managed directly by your team.
Because of this team augmentation, you have more direct control over day-to-day execution, workflows, and priorities while scaling faster.
Outsourcing, by contrast, involves hiring an external vendor to handle an entire project or business function. In this model, the vendor usually manages the team, processes, and delivery, while your company oversees results and business goals.
Outsourcing is often a better fit for clearly defined projects or ongoing functions. For example, a company might outsource mobile app development for a food delivery solution to an external custom software development company.
In short, staff augmentation scales your team, while outsourcing scales your operations as a whole.
What is the difference between staff augmentation and managed services?
Staff augmentation entails hiring external professionals to fill a skill gap or expand internal team capacity in areas such as your engineering team, marketing team, or HR department. These skilled professionals work as an extension of your dedicated team and follow your company's processes, tools, and management structure.
On the other hand, managed services involve outsourcing a specific function to a third-party provider that is responsible for delivering and managing that service. This model is especially common in IT, where a provider might take ownership of functions such as cybersecurity, custom software development, or help desk support using its own processes, tools, and service standards.
The key difference is control: with staff augmentation, you manage the people; with managed services, the provider manages the function.
When should you hire a staff augmentation company instead of a full-time employee?
The right choice depends on your hiring timeline, budget, need for specialized skills, and whether the role is temporary or long-term.
Consider hiring a staff augmentation company if:
- You need to scale your team quickly based on seasonal demand, project spikes, or changing workloads.
- You need specialized expertise that is not available in-house or is difficult to hire locally.
- You want more staffing flexibility without making a long-term hiring commitment.
- You need support for a defined project or short- to mid-term initiative.
Consider hiring a full-time employee if:
- You need someone in a permanent role with long-term ownership and continuity.
- The role requires deep knowledge of your brand, internal culture, or business context.
- The position involves highly sensitive responsibilities that require close internal oversight.
How long does the typical onboarding process take for augmented staff?
Typically, the onboarding process for augmented staff takes 90 days. However, some companies offer 14 days, while others may require 6 months.
The actual timeline will depend on the role, level of seniority, and complexity of your systems and processes.
In many cases, initial onboarding can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. However, full ramp-up may take longer, especially for highly specialized or leadership roles.
For instance, a junior bookkeeper may only need 7-14 days for onboarding. By contrast, a senior finance consultant or CFO-level advisor working with proprietary systems and cross-functional processes may need several weeks or even a few months to fully ramp up.
What industries are seeing the most growth in staff augmentation?
According to research by the QX Global Group, the industries seeing the highest growth in staff augmentation are:
- Locum tenens: 12%
- Education: 10%
- Engineering: 3%
- Retained search: 5%
Additionally, these segments are forecasted to drive staffing market growth by 2026:
- Healthcare: 6%
- IT: 5%
- Industrial staffing: 3%
What are the top staff augmentation companies?
We have curated a list of top staff augmentation providers on DesignRush across multiple price points, so you can identify a vendor that's within your budget.
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| Mid budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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| Low budget: $10,000-$25,000 |
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