Hire Back End Developers
Back end developers own the services, data models and APIs your product runs on. Our LATAM back end engineers work in your repo, your sprint cadence and your time zone.
- Works your time zone
- 8-stage vetting
Typical annual cost
U.S. hire
$199,000
Salary + benefits & payroll taxes
Lateam LATAM hire
$42,000
Typical pay for our placements
Save around 79%
U.S.: BLS median wage for this occupation (May 2025) plus benefits and payroll taxes. LATAM: median pay across Lateam placements in this or a closely related role. Not a salary guarantee.
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What a back end developer does
Hire remote back end developers from Latin America.
- Design, build and maintain APIs and backend services
- Model data and write performant database queries
- Implement authentication, authorization and security controls
- Write automated tests and participate in code review
- Monitor production, debug incidents and reduce tech debt
- Collaborate with front end, product and DevOps teams
Core skills we test for
- Node.js / Python / Java
- API design (REST & GraphQL)
- SQL & NoSQL databases
- System design & scalability
- Testing & debugging
- Security best practices
Tools they work in
Hiring back end developers, answered
How quickly can I hire a back end developer?
We typically present a shortlist of fully vetted candidates within 7–10 business days, and most clients make a hire within three weeks of kickoff.
How much does a remote back end developer from Latin America cost?
Most of our back end developers are paid around $42,000 a year, versus roughly $199,000 for a comparable U.S. hire once benefits and payroll taxes are included. That's about 79% less, with no drop in quality.
Will they work in my time zone?
Yes. Every professional we place works your business hours — LATAM overlaps with all U.S. time zones, so there are no overnight handoffs.
How do you vet back end developers?
Eight stages: English proficiency, a real role-specific skills assessment, structured interviews, behavioral assessment, reference checks, background check, internet speed test, and a workspace walkthrough. Roughly 2–3% of applicants pass.
Ready to meet your back end developer?
Book a free 20-minute intro call. We’ll scope the role and send a vetted shortlist within 7–10 days.