With the COVID-19 pandemic contributing to a massive shift in remote work, more and more companies are understanding the value of hiring remote software developers in Latin America. The benefits of hiring top tech talent in this region far outweigh the negatives, including:
Highly skilled talent. Many Latin American countries have invested big in developing their tech talent, allowing developers to get comfortable with their skills and have a more robust understanding of the industry as a whole.
Proximity to North America. The time zone difference between Latin America and North America averages less than two hours, making it easy for companies to hire developers that can work on a similar timeline to their own. This allows for prompt communication and a lower risk of missing deadlines.
Fewer language barriers. Due to its proximity to North America, many Latin American software developers are already fluent in English. Plus, many Americans have an adequate understanding of Spanish, the most common language in Latin America.
A growing tech industry. With almost one million tech graduates per year in Latin America, the tech industry isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Latin American governments continuously invest in technical education, laying the groundwork for a talented, growing group of software developers.
Lower costs. Latin America has low labor costs overall, especially compared to Europe and the U.S. The cost of this labor is also at a high value, as salaries are low on average, but companies are matched with highly-skilled developers.
Cultural understanding. North America and Latin America share many commonalities, including a strong work ethic, workplace hierarchies, and a deep understanding of the technological landscape.
To further understand the value of hiring developers in Latin America, take a look at the average yearly salaries of different developers throughout this region, compared to developers in the United States.
Role | U.S. | Mexico | Brazil | Argentina | Colombia | Costa Rica |
Full stack developer | $79,584 | $37,872 | $67,008 | $72,588 | $26,040 | $49,908 |
Front end developer | $77,028 | $37,944 | $67,140 | $72,720 | $26,088 | $50,004 |
Back end developer | $87,009 | $40,524 | $71,700 | $77,664 | $27,864 | $53,412 |
Mobile developer | $74,797 | $36,996 | $65,460 | $70,908 | $25,440 | $48,756 |
CodersLink’s salary report further details these salaries, taking you inside Mexico’s tech landscape, business opportunities, and why U.S. companies should look to hire tech talent in Mexico.
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