Hire a Backend Developer from Latin America
Pre-vetted Backend Developers who build scalable APIs and services — for 57-64% less than US rates. Risk-free hiring.
Salary Comparison
| Level | US Rate | LATAM Rate | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior (1-3 yrs) | $7,000/mo | $2,500/mo | 64% |
| Mid-Level (3-5 yrs) | $10,500/mo | $4,200/mo | 60% |
| Senior (5+ yrs) | $15,000/mo | $6,500/mo | 57% |
Key Skills
Our Vetting Process
Only the top 3% of applicants pass.
Backend Coding Challenge
Design and implement an API with authentication, database integration, and error handling. Includes a system design discussion for senior candidates.
English Proficiency
Conversational evaluation ensuring clear communication during architecture discussions, code reviews, and incident response.
Cultural Fit
Assessment of ownership mentality, experience with production systems, and ability to collaborate effectively in remote engineering teams.
Reference Checks
Verification of system reliability, code quality, and technical leadership from previous engineering managers and peers.
Hiring Timeline
Tell Us What You Need
1 dayShare your backend requirements — language, framework, database, cloud provider, and system scale. We match accordingly.
Review Pre-Vetted Candidates
7-14 daysWe present 3-5 Backend Developers with production experience in your tech stack. You interview and evaluate.
Start Working Together
Day 21Your Backend Developer joins the team. We support onboarding, environment setup, and codebase access.
Pricing Plans
Starting from $2800/month
Placement
We source and vet Backend Developers with expertise in your stack. You manage them directly.
- Sourcing & vetting
- Backend & system design assessments
- English proficiency tests
- Candidate shortlist (3-5)
Staffing
Full-service: hiring, onboarding, payroll, and compliance all managed by Nexus.
- Everything in Placement
- Onboarding support
- Payroll management
- Compliance & contracts
Teams
Build a dedicated backend engineering team with API developers, database specialists, and architects.
- Everything in Staffing
- Team coordination
- Performance tracking
- Scalable on demand
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Backend Developer cost in Latin America?+
LATAM Backend Developers cost $2,500-$6,500/month depending on seniority, versus $7,000-$15,000/month in the US. That represents savings of 57-64%. Nexus pricing is fully transparent with no hidden fees.
What backend languages and frameworks do your developers know?+
Our developers are proficient in Node.js (Express, NestJS), Python (Django, FastAPI, Flask), Java (Spring Boot), Go, and Ruby on Rails. We match candidates to your specific stack requirements.
Can your Backend Developers handle microservices architecture?+
Yes. Many of our senior developers have designed and built microservices architectures at scale, including event-driven systems, message queues, and container orchestration with Kubernetes.
How quickly can I hire a Backend Developer through Nexus?+
Average time-to-hire is 21 days. Backend is a specialized role, so we take extra care in vetting. We present candidates within 7-14 business days of receiving your requirements.
What timezone do your Backend Developers work in?+
All our LATAM developers work in US-aligned time zones (EST, CST, PST overlap). They are available for real-time collaboration, on-call rotations, and incident response during your business hours.
What if the Backend Developer doesn't work out?+
We offer a 90-day replacement guarantee at no additional cost. If the hire doesn't meet expectations, we source and vet a replacement immediately. No candidate found means nothing paid.
Ready to Hire a Backend Developer?
Tell us what you need and we'll present top candidates within 7-14 days.