UpStack

UpStack is a New York-based talent marketplace and Employer of Record provider that connects businesses with pre-vetted senior software engineers from around the world. Founded in 2010 by Yossi Mlynsky, the company has grown steadily, reporting 68% growth in 2020 and doubling in size the following year. For companies that need to build or expand distributed engineering teams without the overhead of traditional hiring, UpStack offers a faster, more cost-effective path. The core service is remote developer staffing backed by a network of more than 4,000 engineers who have completed UpStack's AirTalent™ vetting process. That multi-stage assessment covers technical depth, communication ability, and cultural fit. Clients typically move from an initial strategy session to a hired engineer in about one week, going through an average of three interviews. Hourly rates average between $65 and $75 depending on skills and experience, and UpStack covers specializations across web development, AI, data engineering, and DevOps. Beyond candidate matching, UpStack handles the administrative complexity that comes with distributed teams. Its platform manages global payments, compliance obligations, and HR paperwork in one place. The company estimates clients save up to $80,000 per year by offloading those functions, in addition to roughly 40% cost savings compared to conventional domestic hiring. For businesses exploring IT outsourcing or back-office relief from HR overhead, this bundled approach reduces friction considerably. Engagements begin with a HirePath™ strategy session, where UpStack's team works to understand technical requirements, company culture, and project scope before presenting candidates. The platform then supports onboarding, team management, and ongoing payments. This hands-on model is aimed at product companies that want dedicated support rather than a generic self-serve job board. UpStack is a strong fit for technology companies and SaaS teams that need specialized engineering skills on short timelines. If your organization is considering outsourcing software development work or needs an EOR partner to hire global engineers in a compliant way, UpStack's combination of a vetted talent pool and built-in compliance infrastructure is worth exploring. Visit upstackhq.com or request a HirePath™ session to see how the process works.