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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XB Software is a custom software development company that helps businesses turn complex ideas, legacy systems, and even unstable AI-generated prototypes into reliable, scalable products.We specialize in building web and mobile applications, modernizing existing systems, and developing custom solutions for...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $37/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Developer Bazaar Technologies is a Top AI Development company building custom Mobile App & Software Development and specializing in building AI Solutions delivering mesurable outcome...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Lana Talent is a Miami-based recruitment agency specializing in connecting U.S. companies with highly skilled professionals from Latin America. By leveraging a network of over 100 recruiters, Lana Talent offers services like Talent Augmentation and Talent Delivery, focusing on cultural fit and cost-effective...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- HR Outsourcing
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
AI-first software company in Turin: AI integrations, assistants and agents, workflow automation, MVPs and mobile apps for businesses across Europe...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Cybersecurity
- Mobile App Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Turin, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Indigo was born when three guys had the urge to do software the right way and be part of a company culture that treats its employees as their number one asset. So when push came to shove, we decided to build one that does exactly that. Based on four core values: teamwork, excellence, clarity and innovation;...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- IoT
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Full Scale helps software companies build and scale engineering teams. Founded in 2018, we place vetted developers, QA, and team leads from the Philippines with US tech companies. 300+ engineers on staff, 93%+ retention, rates starting at $35/hr, and no long-term contracts...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Location
- Overland Park, Kansas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Premium Software Development Agency - AI First | Mobile App Development | Game Development | Web Development | Blockchain Development | Custom Software Development | DevOps | Design Services...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 52 Projects Listed
Slingshot is a software and app development company building solutions for small companies to the Fortune 50 since 2005...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
PCR Staffing is a recruiting agency that provides companies in across the nation with timely top talent and custom staffing strategies through four specialized hiring models: Direct Hire, Contract, Contract to Hire, Statement of Work.We have a trusted track record as a recruiting partner that delivers...
Top Services:
- HR Outsourcing
- Staff Augmentation
- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are ready to build your project in the digital world. We will help you through the development process from initial analysis to successful launch. We design, build and launch digital products on mobile, web, and connected platforms...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $79/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
SharpQuest is a custom software development firm serving technology companies and enterprise clients across a wide range of industries. We create software to tackle business problems that are mission-critical, and our team sees every project through to a successful outcome for our clients...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Troy, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Probably the most innovative and creative Software House in the world!...
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- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Gdansk, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
WaveAccess is a results-oriented company that delivers top-notch custom software and CRM development services to a wide range of emerging and established companies worldwide...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- IoT
- DevOps Consulting
- Staff Augmentation
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
ARCQ AI Limited is a Generative AI Consultancy building custom software for service and brick-and-mortar businesses under $100M ARR, helping early AI adopters...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Valens is powered by a team of passionate software engineers, creative designers, innovative thinkers, and inspiring product owners who thrive in the digital realm. Together, we deliver cutting-edge solutions and transformative experiences that drive success for businesses navigating the complexities of the...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Prometeo Talent is the go-to recruitment agency for sourcing top-tier tech and engineering professionals across Latin America. Prioritizing efficiency and customization, the agency offers tailored recruitment strategies, expert candidate sourcing and screening, and seamless selection processes to help...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- HR Outsourcing
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Build faster. Modernize smarter. Scale with the right engineering team...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Mobisoft is an award winning technology-driven company that specializes in providing digital solutions and services to businesses worldwide. With a focus on digital innovation, Mobisoft aim to empower organizations through the strategic use of technology...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- IT Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Edvantis is a data, AI & software engineering partner with over 400 talented professionals operating in Central & Eastern Europe and the USA...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Rzeszów, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Established in 1996, Sun Technologies is renowned for its innovative IT solutions including Infrastructure Management, Software Development, and Staff Augmentation. With specialized expertise in various tech domains, we're committed to helping our clients stay ahead of competitors by enhancing revenue and...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
TechnBrains is a software development and IT staff augmentation company building production-ready software and scale teams with pre-vetted developers...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Software company since 2009...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Cafeto Software is your trusted partner in outsourcing software solutions. With a global presence, we guide companies from ideation to maintenance, providing comprehensive support throughout the development process. Whether you need a software factory, development staff augmentation, digital agency services...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Dash Technologies is a strategic technology partner for MedTech innovators, Digital Health platforms, Life Sciences enterprises, and the broader healthcare ecosystem including providers, patients, payers, pharmaceutical companies, and medical device manufacturers...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
QSoft is a pioneering software outsourcing company based in Vietnam, specializing in providing rapid and effective tech team scaling solutions for mid-sized technology companies and startups...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Blockchain
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Krootl is a Flutter development agency building scalable mobile and web apps. We help startups and enterprises launch MVPs, modernize legacy systems, and grow products with cross-platform solutions and a strong product focus...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
We're a software development company and outcome-focused engineering partner.Our approach is simple: use AI where it helps, and senior engineers where it matters. Because your business matters and so do your results...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- DevOps Consulting
- AI Development
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Localscope.dev is a software development agency that makes your idea a reality. Using cutting-edge technology we can develop from scratch high quality web-mobile applications based on your exactly business needs!...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Umbrella IT is a software development and technology services company that provides tech recruitment, developer staffing, software outsourcing, and custom software development. The company helps businesses extend their engineering capabilities, build applications, release product features, and access remote...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Leaders in staff augmentation and .NET excellence. Global reach, two-decade legacy. Simplifying remote teams, empowering innovation...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Big Data Analytics
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Our mission is to make a team extension process so simple and organic to make IT companies and freelancers forget about stress and focus on uniting their minds and ideas for exciting teamwork, staying flexible, and free from outdated commitments...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- HR Outsourcing
- Location
- Rzeszow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
NIX is a global software engineering company with over 3,000 professionals, delivering solutions that help everyone from SMBs to large enterprises scale, streamline operations, and achieve measurable results...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Innovative Tech Company crafting comprehensive quality Software Solutions to transform your business...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- ERP Consulting
- Web Development
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
ScinoRx Technologies serves as your premier destination for business-centric website development, specializing in enhancing customer engagement and driving business growth through our comprehensive digital experience services. With our tailored solutions, we empower companies to thrive in the digital...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hillsborough Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
5Hz is software development agency with deep expertise in custom web services and blockchain development. We build a team of V-shaped experts, dedicated to delivering seamless, efficient, and scalable solutions. This is how we help our clients achieve their business objectives and solve challenges...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Mobilunity is a global provider of IT staff augmentation, dedicated development teams, technical recruitment, and part-time IT consultancy. With over 15 years of experience, the company helps businesses access skilled IT professionals worldwide through flexible offshore and nearshore hiring models...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- HR Outsourcing
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
AI-native software engineering for founders and companies. We design, build, fix and staff software that is fast to market and built to last...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- AI Development
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We help startups and SMEs work with top tech talents from Eastern Europe...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- HR Outsourcing
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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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
A software development company that provides solutions for maximizing profits and converting clients ideas into reality...
Top Services:
- Software Testing
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Studio Ubique is a digital agency in the Netherlands. We build websites, platforms and apps for startups and SMBs that need something that works and keeps working, then we maintain it: UX, code, hosting, content, and the structural parts most agencies skip until they break...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Zwolle, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Devlane is your trusted nearshore partner for scaling smarter and faster. We connect U.S. companies, from startups to Fortune 500 brands, with top tech talent from Latin America , building teams that seamlessly integrate into your business...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
ManNet, a vibrant LTS Group subsidiary specializing in IT staff augmentation, recruitment services and subsidiary setup, enriches the global workforce with passionate, skilled Vietnamese software engineers.Our mission is to bridge the gap between international companies and Vietnams exceptional IT talent...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- Business Consulting
- BPO
- Customer Support
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- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $37/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Phenologix helps startups, SMBs, and enterprises build scalable software, automate operations, and accelerate digital transformation. With a skilled engineering team and over 14 years of experience, we deliver AI, automation, and custom software solutions that improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Our...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Quytech is a leader in digital innovation of global startups, SMEs, and Fortune 500 organizations. With 14+ years of experience and strong technology expertise, we deliver digital-first experiences that help businesses stay competitive.View the Quytech Reviews, Portfolio, and Services...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- IoT
- Software Development
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- Location
- Haryana, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
9Yards Technology helps enterprises scale engineering teams with pre-vetted IT professionals through flexible IT Staff Augmentation and dedicated development solutions...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We are empowering people to bring innovative ideas into life...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Full-cycle offshore software development service company and your dedicated partner in Bangladesh with top talents who create the best quality custom-made software solutions...
Top Services:
- Staff Augmentation
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IoT
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Mile Marker is an agile development agency offering startups strategically designed custom software focused on solving your business problems. Mile Markers team includes product managers, developers, designers, QA, DevOps and more...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- UI/UX Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We create software with the end-user in mind.Building long-lasting software starts and ends with people. Its why we invest in understanding what our clients need. Its also why we obsess about the details and the end-users...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- UI/UX Design
- Software Testing
- IT Services
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
NetLS is a software development company founded in 2016 in Ivano-Frankivsk. All of our development is done mostly with C# and Java Script in combination with Microsoft services, Node.js is used for the forming of Full REST API and Python libraries for communication with Data Signs...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects 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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