IT and Engineering Staffing Pricing
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Fast Dolphin offers three service models, each with a defined pricing structure and payment period. Rates are scoped during a discovery call based on your specific role requirements, location, and seniority level.
| Service Type | Pricing Structure | Payment Period |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary and Contract to Hire Staffing | Hourly fee | Recurring |
| Direct Hire Staffing | Percentage of the professional's annual compensation | One-time fee |
| Payrolling and Billing | Percentage of the professional's monthly compensation | Recurring |
Fast Dolphin only charges once a position has been successfully filled. There are no retainers, no upfront search fees, and no charges for roles that are not placed.
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The Cost Case for Nearshore IT and Engineering Talent
Competitive Rates
Our presence across Latin America allows us to deliver qualified IT and Engineering professionals at rates that are consistently more cost-competitive than equivalent North American hiring.
No Upfront Fees
Fast Dolphin charges only on successful outcomes. There are no retainers, no search deposits, and no fees for roles that are not filled.
Full-Service Pricing
Tax compliance, insurance, labor law adherence, and visa and work permit support are built into our pricing, not billed as add-ons.
Single Point of Contact
We recruit, operate, and bill across multiple countries and currencies so you manage one relationship, not several.
Time Zone Alignment
All IT and Engineering professionals placed by Fast Dolphin work within or adjacent to US business hours, at nearshore staffing rates that reflect Latin American labor markets.
20+ Years of Experience
Our pricing models have been refined across two decades of IT and Engineering staffing engagements with end clients, consulting firms, and managed service providers across North America.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our IT and Engineering Staffing Rates
What determines the hourly rate for temporary IT and Engineering staffing?
Hourly rates for temporary and contract to hire IT and Engineering engagements are scoped during discovery and depend on the specific role, required seniority level, technology stack, and country of assignment. Because we operate across multiple Latin American markets, we can recommend the location that best balances your quality requirements and target budget. Contact us to receive a rate specific to your open role.
How do nearshore IT and Engineering staffing rates compare to hiring in the United States?
Hiring IT and Engineering talent in the US carries substantial loaded costs beyond base salary, including recruiter fees, benefits, payroll taxes, and time-to-hire overhead. Nearshore IT and Engineering staffing rates from Fast Dolphin are consistently more cost-competitive than US-based equivalents while drawing from professional talent pools with comparable technical training, English proficiency, and experience working with North American clients.
Are there any upfront fees or retainer charges?
No. Fast Dolphin charges only on successful outcomes. For permanent placements, our fee is a percentage of the placed professional’s annual compensation and is billed once the role is filled. There are no retainers and no fees for roles we do not close.
What is included in the Payrolling and Billing fee?
The Payrolling and Billing fee is a percentage of the professional’s monthly compensation and covers employer-of-record responsibilities including local tax compliance, insurance, and labor law adherence in the relevant country. For teams operating across more than one Latin American market, we consolidate billing under a single engagement.