Hire Top developers in Argentina

Scale your engineering force with Argentina's top developers. Precise technical skills, effortless team chemistry, aligned innovation goals, from sourcing to onboarding.

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Global organizations that trust in us:
The Argentina advantage

Argentina's Tech Powerhouse: Strategic Nearshore Advantage

Access Latin America's most educated developer workforce where renowned engineering universities meet entrepreneurial culture, AI/ML leadership, and strategic time zone overlap for continuous collaboration.

Argentina's Expansive Developer Network

115K+ software engineers with advanced capabilities power operations for Mercado Libre, Globant, and IBM with world-class expertise.

Deep Technical Excellence, Strategic Value

Leading expertise in AI/ML, blockchain, and fintech development. 60-70% cost savings compared to US salaries.

Optimized Real-Time Collaboration

Minimal EST time zone difference enables productive daily syncs, rapid iteration, and synchronized development cycles.

Strong Cultural & Professional Alignment

Highest English proficiency in LatAm and Western business practices ensure frictionless North American integration.

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Argentina's Strategic
Tech Hubs

Argentina drives Latin America's innovation frontier through Buenos Aires' startup ecosystem and Córdoba's tech corridor, delivering expertise in AI/ML, blockchain, fintech, and biotech solutions for North American enterprises.

Buenos Aires

  • 115,000+ devs, 1,200+ tech companies
  • MercadoLibre ($23B), Ualá unicorns
  • Microsoft, Dell, Meta, Amazon offices

Cordoba

  • 200+ startups, 36% of Argentina's scene
  • 27,000 annual tech graduates produced
  • 400 tech firms, 30-40% software exports

Rosario

  • IBM, Globant, Apex America presence
  • Third-largest city tech hub emerging
  • Lower costs than Buenos Aires market

Mendoza

  • $3.5M startup funding, 20,000 jobs
  • PwC Argentina, Belatrix Software base
  • Web dev & data analysis specialization

La Plata

  • "Boston of LatAm" 35+ universities
  • National University Top 50 in LatAm
  • Elite engineering talent pipeline

Success stories from our clients

Dozens of companies are building outstanding teams in Argentina, the Lupa Way. Meet them:

"Over the course of 2024, we successfully hired 9 exceptional team members through Lupa, spanning mid-level to senior roles. The quality of talent has been outstanding, and we’ve been able to achieve payroll cost savings while bringing great professionals onto our team. We're very happy with the consultation and attention they've provided us."

RaeAnn Daly
Vice President of Customer Success, Blazeo

“We needed to scale a new team quickly - with top talent. Lupa helped us build a great process, delivered great candidates quickly, and had impeccable service”

Phillip Gutheim
Head of Product, Rappi Bank

“With Lupa, we rebuilt our entire tech team in less than a month. We’re spending half as much on talent. Ten out of ten”

Dan Berzansky
CEO, Oneteam 360

“We scaled our first tech team at record speed with Lupa. We couldn’t be happier with the service and the candidates we were sent.”

Mateo Albarracin
CEO, Bacu

"Recruiting used to be a challenge, but Lupa transformed everything. Their professional, agile team delivers top-quality candidates, understands our needs, and provides exceptional personalized service. Highly recommended!"

Rogerio Arguello
Accounting and Finance Director, Pasos al Éxito

“Lupa has become more than just a provider; it’s a true ally for Pirani in recruitment processes. The team is always available to support and deliver the best service. Additionally, I believe they offer highly competitive rates and service within the market.”

Tania Oquendo Henao
Head of People, Pirani

"Highly professional, patient with our changes, and always maintaining clear communication with candidates. We look forward to continuing to work with you on all our future roles."

Alberto Andrade Chiquete
VP of Revenue, Komet Sales

“Lupa has been an exceptional partner this year, deeply committed to understanding our unique needs and staying flexible to support us. We're excited to continue our collaboration into 2025.”

John Vanko
CTO, GymOwners

"What I love about Lupa is their approach to sharing small, carefully selected batches of candidates. They focus on sending only the three most qualified individuals, which has already helped us successfully fill 7 roles.”

Daniel Ruiz
Head of Engineering, Fuse Finance

"We hired 2 of our key initial developers with Lupa. The consultation was very helpful, the candidates were great and the process has been super fluid. We're already planning to do our next batch of hiring with Lupa. 5 stars."

Joaquin Oliva
Co-Founder, EBI

"Working with Lupa for LatAm hiring has been fantastic. They found us a highly skilled candidate at a better rate than our previous staffing company. The fit is perfect, and we’re excited to collaborate on more roles."

Kim Heger
Chief Talent Officer, Hakkoda

"We compared Lupa with another LatAm headhunter we found through Google, and Lupa delivered a far superior experience. Their consultative approach stood out, and the quality of their candidates was superior. I've hired through Lupa for both of my companies and look forward to building more of my LatAm team with their support."

Josh Berzansky
CEO, Proven Promotions & Vorgee USA

“We’ve worked with Lupa on multiple roles, and they’ve delivered time and again. From sourcing an incredible Senior FullStack Developer to supporting our broader hiring needs, their team has been proactive, kind, and incredibly easy to work with. It really feels like we’ve gained a trusted partner in hiring.”

Jeannine LeBeau
Director of People and Operations, Intevity

Working with Lupa was a great experience. We struggled to find software engineers with a specific skill set in the US, but Lupa helped us refine the role and articulate our needs. Their strategic approach made all the difference in finding the right person. Highly recommend!

Mike Bohlander
CTO and Co-Founder, Outgo

Lupa goes beyond typical headhunters. They helped me craft the role, refine the interview process, and even navigate international payroll. I felt truly supported—and I’m thrilled with the person I hired. What stood out most was their responsiveness and the thoughtful, consultative approach they brought.

Matt Clifford
Founder, Matt B. Clifford Consulting

The Lupa Difference

Traditional recruitment agencies treat people like numbers. We built something different, a consultative approach where quality beats quantity.

Curated Quality Over Volume

We personally vet every tech professional and send just 3–4 top talent matches per role, no resume floods, just pre-vetted excellence.

Speed Without Compromise

Hire software engineers in 7 days and complete full onboarding in 21. Our local talent networks deliver precise, fast recruitment.

97% Talent Retention Rate

Our strategic matching ensures lasting success. 97% of our tech placements remain after one year, outperforming regional averages.

True Partnership Approach

We support your teams beyond placement, from compliance and local labor laws to retention, we’re your software development partner.

Results that matter

40
%
Less Spent

On hiring in Argentina with Lupa compared to doing it yourself

+
300
Global Clients

Trust Lupa to simplify hiring and deliver top Argentinian talent

+
1,000
Candidates Hired

Empowering businesses to grow, scale, thrive, and succeed

95% of our clients return for a 2nd hire!
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The Lupa Way

We identified why the traditional recruiting process was failing and crafted a process that fills those gaps. Unlike traditional recruiting, we see exceptional talent as our product and placements as the first of many results.

A proven process for building exceptional teams in Latin America.
Deep consultation

Deep Consultation

We take time to understand your business, your team, and the bigger picture behind the hire. That first conversation lays the groundwork for a real partnership and makes sure we’re working toward the same definition of success.

Pre-Search Research

Pre-Search Research

Before we start searching, we dive into your company, your market, and the role itself. We map out where the right talent might be, build sample profiles, and prepare smart questions so we can hit the ground running.

Kickoff Meeting

Kickoff Meeting

We kick things off with a focused meeting where we narrow down the essentials. Together, we talk through must-haves, cultural fit, salary expectations, and make sure we’re all on the same page about the role and how the search will run.

Precision Search

Precision Search

We start contacting candidates right away, but we don’t rush it. Every candidate is carefully reviewed, with our team collaborating and double-checking each profile to make sure we’re finding the best possible matches.

Candidate Assessment

Candidate Assessment

We personally interview every candidate, digging into their skills, motivations, past results, and how they’d fit into your team. Our assessments go deeper than resumes so we truly understand each person’s story and what they can bring to your business.

Presentation

Presentation

You’ll get a curated shortlist of 3–4 top candidates, each with a clear summary showing how their skills and experience match what you’re looking for. We make it easy for you to decide with confidence. And if none are quite right, we use your feedback to refine our search and bring you candidates who are even better aligned.

Offer Support

Offer Support

When it’s time to make an offer, we help move the conversation to get everyone aligned and close the deal smoothly. After that, we stay involved to handle contracts, onboarding, and making sure your new hire integrates well into the team.

Ongoing Partnership

Ongoing Partnership

For us, the hire is just the beginning. We stay connected, sharing market insights, checking in on how your team’s doing, and supporting you as your Latin American operations keep growing.

Hire Top Argentine Tech Talent
for Every Stack

Connect with bilingual developers across 100+ technical disciplines, from enterprise architects to gaming engineers, comprehensively screened and collaboration-ready.

3 Ways to Hire Software Developers in Argentina

From direct placement to comprehensive talent solutions, we manage every aspect of hiring nearshore engineers: strategic matching, legal compliance, and continuous support.

Recruiting

We identify talent aligned with your culture and budget expectations, delivering thoroughly vetted candidates within a week through our proven methodology.

Staffing

Everything in recruiting plus employment contracts and payroll management. Navigate Argentina's labor laws seamlessly, compliantly, and stress-free.

RPO Solutions

We integrate our recruiters within your organization for targeted hiring at competitive rates, fostering sustainable partnerships.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do US companies choose Argentina for nearshore software development over other South America options?

Argentine talent excels in cutting-edge skills per Coursera Global Skills Index. With 115K+ software engineers, highest English fluency among LATAM developers, 1-2 hour time zone difference, and 60-70% cost optimization, Argentina delivers superior technical expertise for software development projects.

What makes Argentina's talent pool superior for remote software engineers?

Argentina's education system produces 100K+ STEM institutions graduates yearly, creating vetted developers with strong technical expertise and soft skills. The tech industry combines programming languages mastery with culture fit, ensuring seamless integration for global organizations' nearshore strategies.

How do tax regulations affect cost-effective expertise when hiring Argentine developers?

Tax compliance includes social security contributions (23-27%), health insurance, and 13th salary (aguinaldo). Despite tax regulations, US companies save 60-70% on hourly rates. Nearshore software development partners handle social contributions while maintaining significant cost optimization.

What are typical hourly rates for software developers in Argentina?

Software engineers earn $20-30/hour in Buenos Aires, $15-25/hour near Andes Mountains or South Atlantic Ocean regions. Senior IT professionals with cloud computing expertise charge $30-45/hour. These rates deliver cost-effective expertise versus $100-150 US developer hourly rates.

How does Argentina's remote work infrastructure support software development projects?

Argentina's tech industry offers mature remote work with reliable internet and coworking spaces. The recruitment process takes 2-4 weeks for vetted developers. Strong English fluency and culture fit ensure successful integration with US companies requiring nearshore software development.

What programming languages and technical expertise do Argentine software engineers master?

Argentine talent excels in Python, Java, JavaScript, and C# programming languages, plus cloud computing, AI/ML, and blockchain. IT professionals combine technical expertise with soft skills. The talent pool's versatility suits diverse software development projects for global organizations.