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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Five Pack is dedicated to building the future with great software. Our team of friendly, talented, and creative mobile experts has successfully delivered hundreds of great apps for entrepreneurs and Fortune 500 companies. We understand that every business has unique needs, which is why we tailor our mobile...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Folio3 AI specializes in AI and computer vision software development, offering tailored solutions to drive innovation and efficiency for businesses worldwide...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Belmont, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Rhinero, were committed to fueling innovation through tailored solutions that cater specifically to our clients unique needs. Our core mission revolves around driving positive change by leveraging the latest technology while providing unwavering support. We aim to meet and exceed expectations, empowering...
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- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
STS Software is a leading software development company in US, delivering innovative, scalable, and cost-effective technology solutions to businesses worldwide. With a focus on quality, agility, and customer success, we specialize in web, mobile, and enterprise software development tailored to meet diverse...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Reston, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Build what matters. Ship what works...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Evinent GmbH is a software development company focused on legacy system modernization and custom enterprise solutions. We help mid-sized and large businesses improve outdated systems, streamline operations, and build scalable web and mobile platforms...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Grasbrunn, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our sole goal is to ensure that your team has the best talent to meet your technology and business requirements...
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- IT Services
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Platform Projects delivers expert DevOps consulting and platform engineering services. We specialize in Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure for fast-growing SaaS companies. Our senior engineers bring 10+ years of experience to every engagement, with transparent fixed pricing and...
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- DevOps Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Colossus is a professional services & staffing firm with deep roots in intelligence, defense, and enterprise cybersecurity. We advise, assess, and engineer programs across critical verticals including Healthcare, AI, Government, and Manufacturing...
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- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Linnoedge is a Japan-led software development company based in Ho Chi Minh City. We help Japanese and international businesses build and operate web, mobile, and AI-powered business systems through a bilingual, AI-driven development team...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Pinetics.com is a global engineering services company specializing in electronic product development for medical devices, automotive, industrial automation, and IoT. We provide end-to-end solutions, including embedded systems, hardware design, regulatory compliance, staff augmentation, and turnkey product...
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- Staff Augmentation
- Design Services
- Location
- Wakad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
SoftCircles is a US-based custom software development agency operating since 2011. We specialize in building secure web applications, mobile app engineering, SaaS platform development, and enterprise software solutions. Our engineering team collaborates with startups, growing businesses, and enterprises to...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Xigent Solutions is a result-driven IT solutions and managed services provider that helps mid-market and enterprise organizations maximize the value of their technology investments. The company specializes in infrastructure solutions, cybersecurity services, observability platforms, cloud managed services...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Minnetonka, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
300+ realized projects15+ countries300 000 hours of development96% happy customers100% developers with Master Degree in Computer ScienceWe deliver:Apps with a deep feeling of user experienceMix of the latest technologies and skills for your web projectAwesome design of your idea...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- AI Development
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- Location
- Kharkiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ingenuity is a prominent software company that offers a comprehensive range of services, including software outsourcing, technology consulting, and enterprise solutions, to clients across the globe.We collaborate with startups, creative agencies, and enterprises to develop innovative solutions that...
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- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Davao City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Unite IT Consulting is your one-stop-shop for all your software development needs. Our unique approach to DevOps is revolutionizing the industry, providing businesses with speedy and efficient software deployment, while keeping their users happy. We believe that our clients' success is our success, which is...
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- Cloud Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Fortunesoft IT Innovations helps businesses build secure, scalable, and intelligent digital AI solutions across Fintech, Healthcare, Life Sciences, and e-Governance...
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- Software Development
- Product Design
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Gallatin, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
CompassMSP is a right-sized technology partner for growing businesses that want strong IT, advanced security, and reliable support in one place. We work with organizations that value real expertise, steady performance, and service from people who understand how their teams operate. We bring IT management...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cloud Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- West Hartford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a Swedish/Bosnian award-winning agency specializing in IT outsourcing and end-to-end software development. With 85 experts on our team, we work with ventures and established companies to turn ideas into functional, high-quality products...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Meticul Solutions, we know how to help you define where you are going, and give you the tools to get there. We do this with a simple philosophy: We just don't design & develop applications for your requirements but rather make sure to understand your business to give you an end to end digital...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $36/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Zallpy stands as one of the fastest growing Software Outsourcing and Staff Augmentation nearshore companies, strategically positioned nearshore to provide cutting-edge, scalable IT squads to Startups and Fortune 500 corporations across North America and Europe...
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- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
As a trusted bespoke software development outsourcing company, we help business organizations tackle challenges of outdated software, inefficient processes, and poor digital presence...
Top Services:
- Software Testing
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ACME ONE is a Dubai-based technology consulting and software development company helping startups and enterprises build scalable digital products and modernize operations through high-performance software solutions...
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- AI Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A product-focused software development partner helping businesses build reliable, scalable digital solutions with top engineering talent and a transparent delivery approach...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IoT
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Rugby, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Appnality is an American software company that offers diverse mobile app development services. Be it App Concept and Strategy or UX and UI design development, Appnality has all your mobile app needs covered. Our quality assurance, testing, and data protection provide you with a fulfilling, keeping you and...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- VR/AR
- Software Testing
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- Location
- West Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
HappyFunCorp partners with companies across all industries to develop innovative AI digital products and modernize existing ones, leveraging deep engineering skills, product expertise, and human-focused design...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a highly technologically advanced company that enables the automation of business processes within various industries in a timely, innovative and reliable fashion. Our software and hardware solutions transform the world of cash and security into exceptional consumer experience. Trust Tekbees, we are...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Your Startups Engineering Team On Demand. 2BTech builds MVPs, AI tools, & mobile-ready platformsfast.Trusted by 200+ companies across 5 continents. From Laravel to LangChain, Flutter to React Native, we engineer it all...
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- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $33/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Solutions Wave, a leading software development firm, is committed to offering innovative, customized solutions that improve business operations. Our specialty is customizing and executing leading CRM systems, such as SugarCRM, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, and Odoo, to your businesss specific needs...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Rochester Hills, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brightter is a global AI-driven digital transformation company based in San Francisco. We have partnered with forward-thinking businesses for over a decade to create exceptional digital experiences. Our expertise spans AI transformation, brand strategy, website development, web applications, and search engine...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Zylo Solutions is an AI-focused software development and digital product agency specializing in AI automation, custom software engineering, UI/UX design, branding, and scalable digital systems. Founded in 2021, the company helps businesses improve operational efficiency, accelerate product deployment, and...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
DITS is a business consulting and AI transformation company helping startups, SMEs, and enterprises modernize operations, adopt AI, build scalable digital products, and accelerate growth through strategy, engineering, cloud, automation, and global delivery expertise across global markets...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IoT
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
SoftMind Solutions is a product development company built for funded startups and growing businesses that need a reliable technology team without the overhead of building one in-house. We specialize in AI SaaS product development, managed dedicated developers, and long-term technology partnerships, helping...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Procedure is an AI-native design and development studio headquartered in Mumbai, India. Founded in 2017, Procedure builds production-grade AI systems, custom software, web applications, and mobile apps for startups, mid-market companies, and enterprises...
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- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
The Botss is an agentic AI development company. We build WhatsApp chatbots, voice AI agents, AI automation pipelines and custom AI SaaS products for startups, SMEs and enterprises...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Nickelfox is a leading design and development studio that specializes in creating customized, scalable mobile app, UI/UX design, staff augmentation and software solutions for startups and Fortune 500 companies...
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- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- IT Services
- Web Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We offer end to end solutions as a creative innovation agency, specializing in interactive installations, multi-sensory brand experiences, retail branding solutions and immersive storytelling agency work...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Devfied helps HealthTech, EdTech and AI SaaS companies design, build and scale software products. We develop web platforms, React Native mobile apps, AI enabled workflows, portals, dashboards and third party integrations. Our team can deliver complete products or work alongside internal engineering teams to...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Engineering
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BM Cloud Consultancy is ultimate solution provider of salesforce cloud services, staffing and augmentation and Salesforce Training and Development...
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- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
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- Location
- Zirakpur, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
App Developer India is a full-service IT company specializing in custom mobile app development, scalable web platforms, AI-powered app solutions, and dedicated developer services for global businesses. With expertise across Android, iOS, cross-platform, web, and emerging technologies, the team helps startups...
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- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WEQ Technologies is a global leader in custom mobile app development and digital transformation, catering to B2B enterprises of all sizes. With offices in Mumbai, Pune, New York, California, and Minnesota, our 50+ experts specialize in end-to-end product engineering, intuitive UI/UX design, AI/ML...
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- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tech Implement is a custom software and CRM solutions company with 15+ years of experience helping businesses streamline operations and scale. We specialize in Dynamics 365, Salesforce, AI, and automation, delivering 100+ projects for clients across multiple industries worldwide...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
DeccanLogic is a technology consulting and software development company that helps startups and growing businesses transform ideas into production-ready AI solutions and custom software. Combining senior engineering expertise with strategic technology partnership, the company delivers AI-powered workflows...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Coretus turns ideas into revenue-ready softwarefast. Our senior, in-house team builds AI, cloud-native, and mobile/web products that launch on time, scale reliably, and lower total cost of ownership. Expect NDA-first onboarding, a plan in days, transparent sprints, proactive QA, and 100% code/IP ownership...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Product Design
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- Location
- Rajkot, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $19/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Microsoft Solutions Partner engineering company taking AI and software from idea to production: RAG systems, AI agents, custom AI apps, AI features for SaaS and .NET modernization on Azure. White-label development partner for agencies in the US, UK, Europe and the Middle East...
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- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Ranchi, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At CodeClever, we are a dedicated team of highly skilled software engineers who specialize in designing and developing cutting-edge solutions for a range of industries. Some of our key offerings include Geographic Information Systems, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Video & Voice calling solutions...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Techechelons provides expert digital solutions in DevOps, Mobile & Web, Startup Services, eCommerce, Staff Augmentation, and more, leveraging over 12 years of experience to empower client success. With our comprehensive suite of services, we ensure that your digital needs are met efficiently and effectively...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brainstack Technologies is a services-based software development company that builds production-grade web, data, cloud, and AI applications for clients across the US, Europe, and APAC. Operating since 2016 from Delhi NCR with a Melbourne delivery office, we pair senior offshore engineering with onshore...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Sarvadhi - Your go-to partner in digital transformation...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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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.
| High budget: $50,000+ |
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| Mid budget: $25,000-$50,000 |
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| Low budget: $10,000-$25,000 |
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Beyond budget, our agency directory allows you to filter agency profiles by location, area of expertise, agency reviews, client types, team size, and hourly rates.