Building the right IT team is crucial for startups to scale, innovate, and stay competitive. For early-stage founders, hiring offshore IT professionals can be a game-changing strategy, offering access to skilled talent, significant cost savings, and a faster hiring process.
But how do you navigate offshore hiring, and is it right for your startup? In this guide, we’ll address common pain points, debunk misconceptions, and show how Hey Foster can make the process seamless.
As a founder, your time and resources are limited. Traditional hiring methods often lead to challenges like:
Offshore hiring in the Philippines solves these problems by giving you access to a large, highly skilled talent pool at a fraction of the cost.
Despite the benefits, founders often hesitate due to concerns like:
Offshore IT professionals in the Philippines excel in various roles. Some of the most in-demand include:
No matter your tech stack, Filipino IT professionals are equipped to handle both legacy and modern technologies.
Let’s take a hypothetical example:
Meet Alex, a Startup Founder
Alex runs a SaaS startup and needs a software developer to launch a new feature. Hiring locally would take weeks and exceed the budget. With Hey Foster, Alex quickly hired a full-stack developer from the Philippines, saving 70% on salary costs and reducing time-to-hire from 8 weeks to just 3.
The Result:
Here’s how much you can save by hiring offshore IT professionals:
| Role | U.S. Average Salary | Philippines Average Salary | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $110,000/year | $20,000/year | 80% |
| Project Manager | $90,000/year | $25,000/year | 72% |
| QA Engineer | $80,000/year | $18,000/year | 78% |
Hiring speed is critical for startups. Here’s how Hey Foster compares to traditional hiring methods:
| Process | Traditional Hiring | Hey Foster |
|---|---|---|
| Time-to-Hire | 4–8 weeks | 2–3 weeks |
| Candidate Screening | Manual, time-intensive | Fully managed |
| Candidate Fit | Risk of mismatch | Right Match Promise |
The Philippines is a thriving hub for IT talent due to:
At Hey Foster, we understand the challenges of building an IT team. Our streamlined process ensures you get the right talent quickly:
With Hey Foster, you can save time, reduce hiring risks, and focus on growing your business.
Hiring offshore IT professionals doesn’t have to be complicated. With Hey Foster, it’s easier than you think to build a skilled, cost-effective team that drives your startup’s growth.
Book a meeting now to learn how we can help you find the right IT professionals in just a few weeks.