Hire Top developers in Colombia

Boost your development capacity with exceptional Colombian developers and top-tier talent. Perfect technical alignment, seamless team collaboration, unified delivery. We manage comprehensive sourcing, vetting, and onboarding.

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The Colombia Advantage

Colombia’s Tech Hub: Premium Developers, Nearshore Benefits

Access Latin America's fastest-growing developer ecosystem where renowned engineering universities meet vibrant startup culture, proven technical expertise, and ideal time zone alignment for seamless collaboration.

Colombia's Thriving Developer Ecosystem

150K+ software engineers with advanced capabilities power operations for Amazon, Google, and Microsoft with proven expertise.

Deep Technical Excellence, Competitive Value

Leading expertise in fintech, enterprise software, and mobile development. 50-70% cost savings compared to US salaries.

Perfect Time Zone Synchronization

CST/EST identical overlap enables real-time collaboration, instant feedback, and agile sprint execution.

Strong Cultural & Professional Alignment

Growing English proficiency and Western business practices ensure smooth North American integration.

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Colombia's Leading Technology Hubs

Colombia drives Latin America's tech growth through Bogotá's startup ecosystem and Medellín's innovation district, delivering expertise in fintech, enterprise software, mobile development, and AI solutions for US companies

Bogota

  • 60% of Colombia's tech investment
  • 150,000+ developers, 1,600+ IT firms
  • Google, Amazon, Microsoft presence

Medellin

  • "Silicon Valley of LatAm" with 459 firms
  • 100,000+ developers & 25% of startups
  • Perficient, Ceiba, Amazon, Huawei hubs

Cali

  • Universidad del Valle tech pipeline
  • 138+ IT companies, growing fintech hub
  • Focus on agritech & digital marketing

Barranquilla

  • Caribbean port with 52+ startups
  • Future Al data center announced 2025
  • Universidad del Norte talent source

Cartagena

  • Emerging nearshore with 58+ IT firms
  • Spain-Colombia tech bridge via Econova
  • Tourism-to-tech transformation ongoing

Success stories from our clients

Dozens of companies are building outstanding teams in Colombia, 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 software developer 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 Colombia with Lupa compared to doing it yourself

+
300
Global Clients

Trust Lupa to simplify hiring and deliver top Colombian 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 Mexican Developers for Every Technical Challenge

Access bilingual engineers covering 100+ technical positions, from AI specialists to DevOps experts, rigorously vetted and ready to accelerate your delivery.

3 Ways to Hire Software Developers in Colombia

From direct hires to full-cycle recruitment, we handle every aspect of hiring nearshore software engineers: expert matching, compliance, and ongoing support.

Recruiting

We handpick talent that fits your culture and goals, delivering pre-vetted candidates within a week through our proven process.

Staffing

Everything in our recruiting service, plus we take care of contracts and payroll. Seamless, compliant, and stress-free.

RPO Solutions

We partner with you for a set period and embed our recruiters within your team. Same precision, care, and speed, but closer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Colombia a top Latin America destination for nearshore software development and AI development?

Colombia has 150K+ software engineers driving digital transformation across Latin America. IT Hubs in Colombia like Bogotá and Medellín offer 50-70% cost savings, perfect time zone overlap with US, and universities like Universidad de los Andes ensuring academic excellence in Software Development.

What are software developer salaries in the Colombia IT Market compared to other South America countries?

Software engineers in Colombia earn $15-35K annually in Colombian Peso equivalent, competitive within South America while offering 50-70% savings versus US rates. The digital economy supports fair compensation while Colombia developers combine affordability with advanced programming languages expertise.

Which programming languages and technologies do Colombian software engineers master?

Colombia developers excel in Java, Python, JavaScript, and C# programming languages, plus AI development and cloud computing. The Colombia IT Market produces specialists through 40+ universities emphasizing Software Development. Full-cycle recruitment ensures access to verified technical expertise.

How does Colombia's digital transformation benefit nearshore software development partnerships?

Colombia's tech sector grew 24% cumulatively since 2010, creating robust infrastructure for Software Development. Government incentives, support for digital transformation, and mature recruitment pipelines make nearshore software development in Latin America efficient and cost-effective for US companies.

What makes IT Hubs in Colombia ideal for building remote software development teams?

Major IT Hubs in Colombia host 400+ software companies and 150K software engineers in Latin America's growing tech ecosystem. CST/EST time zone overlap, strong academic excellence from top universities, and established recruitment pipelines enable seamless team building in South America.