Engineering RPO for Technical Teams
Scaling your engineering team? Our recruiting solutions deliver technical excellence through industry expertise. AI-powered sourcing from LatAm's top engineering talent. 60% lower costs. 95% retention. Built for innovation.
Engineering RPO Done Different, Better
Unlike regular staffing agencies, we understand your projects and partner for engineering success. Deep LatAm expertise sourcing senior engineers and technical talent. Every search specialized. Every hire strengthens your team.
Every engineering hub from Monterrey to São Paulo mapped. Know where software engineers concentrate, which regions excel at mechanical engineering, and how to access specialized talent pools competitors miss.
Custom technical approaches for engineering complexity. We understand your project requirements and technical standards, crafting specialized sourcing strategies aligned with your engineering disciplines and innovation culture.
AI identifies technical talent. Engineering experts validate them. Every candidate assessed for technical competency, problem-solving ability, and innovation mindset. We deliver 3-4 qualified engineers, not 20 resumes.
Long-term partnerships extend beyond hiring. Regular check-ins, engineering market insights, compensation benchmarking, and strategic guidance for scaling your LatAm technical teams. Your innovation goals become ours.
Exeptional talent, unbeatable value
High-performing talent, cost-effective rates
Top LatAm tech professionals at up to 60% lower rates — premium skills, unbeatable savings
Zero time zone barriers, efficient collaboration
Aligned time zones enable seamless collaboration, efficiency and faster project deliveries.
Vibrant tech culture, world-class tech skills
World-class training and a dynamic tech scene fuel LatAm’s exceptional talent pool.
Success stories from our clients
Dozens of companies are building outstanding teams in Latin America, 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."
“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”
“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”
“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.”
"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!"
“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.”
"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."
“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.”
"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.”
"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."
"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."
"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."
“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.”
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!
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.
Our Engineering RPO Engagement Models
Scale technical hiring with RPO that builds sustainable talent pipeline. Full outsourcing, project-based support, or flexible capacity. Each model streamlines recruitment cycle delivering exceptional LatAm engineering talent.
Enterprise RPO
Integrated recruiting operations for complex organizations. Dedicated teams manage multi-market hiring, workforce planning, and executive searches with measurable ROI.
End to End RPO
Complete recruiting lifecycle management from role definition to onboarding. We handle sourcing, screening, interviews, and offers with full transparency and speed.
Project RPO
High-velocity recruiting for specific initiatives and growth phases. Dedicated resources manage urgent hiring needs with project timelines, clear milestones, and rapid delivery.
Modular RPO
Tailored recruiting solutions that complement your existing infrastructure. Select specific hiring stages for outsourcing while maintaining strategic control internally.
The Lupa Difference
Traditional recruiting treats 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 LatAm talent matches per role, no resume floods, just pre-vetted excellence.
Speed Without Compromise
Quality software developers in 7 days, complete hiring in 21 days. Our talent pool networks deliver thorough tech recruitment fast.
97% Talent Retention Rate
Our strategic matching ensures lasting success. 97% of our tech teams placements stay after one year, beating tech sector averages.
True Partnership Approach
We support your tech teams beyond placement, from local labor laws to talent retention, we're your software development partner.
Results that matter
On hiring in LatAm with Lupa compared to doing it yourself.
Trust Lupa to simplify hiring and deliver top LatAm talent.
Empowering businesses to grow, scale, thrive, and succeed
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.
1. Consultation Call
We start with a deep conversation to understand your business, hiring needs, and growth goals. Together, we define the roles, markets, and priorities that matter most. No scripts, just strategic alignment.
Purpose: Align on challenges, goals, and outcomes.
2. RPO Proposal
You'll receive a tailored proposal outlining our recommended strategy, projected timelines, KPIs, and transparent costs. Everything you need for full clarity before launch.
Purpose: Define scope, cost, and success metrics with data-driven recommendations.
3. Kickoff
Meet your dedicated recruiter and account manager. We'll align on tools, workflows, interview structures, and expectations to ensure smooth collaboration from day one.
Purpose: Establish systems, communication rhythms, and success criteria before sourcing begins.
4. Ongoing Syncs & Reporting
Weekly or daily syncs keep everything transparent. Outreach metrics, interview stats, market feedback, and role prioritization delivered consistently. You'll always know where things stand.
Purpose: Maintain alignment and momentum through regular updates.
Scale Any Engineering Discipline with Our RPO Expertise
Whether you need software engineers or mechanical engineers at any scale, our RPO service delivers. Deep expertise across all major engineering specializations, all sourced from Latin America.
Frequently Asked Questions
Considering Engineering RPO for your company? You're not alone in having questions. We've compiled the most common concerns from engineering companies we've helped scale across LatAm.
What is Engineering Recruitment Process Outsourcing and how does it transform talent acquisition?
Engineering RPO embeds dedicated specialists into your recruitment function to manage the complete hiring process. Our team partners with hiring managers using strategic sourcing and screening, improving candidate quality while reducing recruiting costs through optimized talent acquisition workflows.
How does Engineering RPO ensure technical assessments validate talent quality?
Our assessment capabilities include multi-stage technical assessments, candidate scoring systems, and talent screening protocols. Every engineer undergoes rigorous evaluation combining technical tests and behavioral interviews to ensure candidate quality meets your engineering standards before presentation.
What sourcing tools and candidate databases power Engineering RPO services?
Advanced sourcing tools include AI-powered candidate sourcing platforms, specialized engineering candidate databases, and automated candidate screening technology. Our integrated systems optimize sourcing and screening while providing real-time analytics on candidate pipelines and talent availability.
How does the screening and interview process ensure cultural fit matching?
Our interview process combines technical validation with behavioral interviews focused on cultural fit matching. Hiring managers receive candidates pre-screened for both technical competency and cultural alignment, ensuring seamless team integration and long-term retention.
Can Engineering RPO access passive talent and build strategic hiring pipelines?
Yes. Our candidate pool includes passive engineering talent across LatAm. Using labor market insights and proactive sourcing and screening, we maintain active hiring pipelines with qualified candidates ready before you need them, reducing time-to-fill significantly.
How does Engineering RPO deliver cost efficiencies while maintaining quality?
We reduce recruiting costs through workforce planning, streamlined processes, and economies of scale. Cost efficiencies come from eliminating agency fees, optimizing recruitment function resources, and ensuring regulatory compliance while supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives.
How quickly can Engineering RPO scale technical hiring across locations?
Our established candidate databases and hiring pipelines deliver pre-screened engineers in 7 days, complete hiring in 21. Strategic talent acquisition processes and ready candidate pools enable rapid scaling without compromising talent quality or cultural fit matching standards.
