Building Remote and Near-shore Teams, Bridging Global Talent
Hire remotely and near-shore tech and digital talent
from Spain, Portugal and Latin America
from Spain, Portugal and Latin America
Who we are
Talent Bridge Digital is a boutique consultancy helping startups, scale-ups and enterprises from Northern Europe and the US source top tech and digital talent from Spain, Portugal and Latin America.
We help companies with cost-effective, near-shore and remote hires and teams that drive innovation to solve talent acquisition challenges and high local salaries.
With a focus on quality, flexibility and offering our clients value-driven talent solutions, we streamline the hiring process for hiring remotely and near-shore for positions in software development, data science. Al. emerging tech and product.
Why Companies Should Choose Nearshore Hiring
At Talent Bridge Digital, we specialize in connecting businesses with top-tier tech talent from Latin America, Spain, and Portugal.
These regions offer a unique blend of cost-effectiveness, expertise, and cultural alignment, making them ideal for near-shore hiring.
These regions offer a unique blend of cost-effectiveness, expertise, and cultural alignment, making them ideal for near-shore hiring.
Costs
Hiring developers in Spain and Portugal costs 30–40% less than in major tech hubs like London or Berlin. Professionals in Latin America earn up to 50–70% less compared to their counterparts in the U.S. Nearshoring can reduce operational costs by up to 50% without compromising on quality
Talent Availability
Spain and Portugal collectively boast over 400,000 software developers, with Spain ranked as Europe’s 3rd largest tech hub. Latin America offers a highly educated and rapidly growing digital workforce, with key hubs in São Paulo, Mexico City, and Bogotá and 2 million developers. Emerging tech expertise is flourishing in these regions, producing specialists in AI, blockchain, and cybersecurity.
Cultural and Operational Alignment
Overlapping work hours with the US and Europe ensure real-time collaboration and increased productivity. Many tech professionals speak fluent English making communication seamless.
Cultural Affinity
The cultural proximity of Spain and Portugal to Europe, and Latin America’s ties to the U.S., foster smooth integration into existing teams.
Growing Tech Ecosystem
Cities like Lisbon, Madrid, and São Paulo are rapidly emerging as global tech hotspots, attracting investment from companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft. Latin America experienced a 174% increase in startup investments between 2020 and 2021, showcasing the region’s innovation and growth potential. These regions are home to highly educated professionals in tech and digital fields, with strong expertise in software development, data analysis, and engineering.
Latin America
Diverse and Cost-Effective Talent
Cost Efficiency: Salaries 40–70% lower than in the U.S.
Time Zone Alignment: Close overlap with U.S. working hours.
Specialized Expertise: Strong skills in AI, cloud computing, mobile development, and more.
Top Hubs: Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia are leading tech ecosystems.
Spain
A Gateway to European Excellence
Skilled Workforce: A large number of professionals with advanced degrees in computer science and engineering.
Multilingual Talent: High English proficiency among tech professionals.
Growing Tech Ecosystem: Barcelona and Madrid are home to vibrant startup scenes and global tech giants.
Cultural Fit: Strong cultural alignment with Northern Europe and a history of successful collaboration on international
projects.
projects.
Portugal
Innovation and Stability
High-Quality Talent: Renowned for producing exceptional developers and engineers.
Competitive Costs: Affordable salaries in Western Europe.
Government Support: Initiatives like “Startup Portugal” drive innovation.
Top Hubs: Lisbon and Porto are rapidly growing as major tech capitals.
At Talent Bridge Digital, we connect businesses with top-tier tech talent from Latin America, Spain, and Portugal. These regions
offer the perfect balance of cost-effectiveness, expertise, and cultural alignment, making them ideal for nearshore hiring.
Why Spain & Portugal for near-shore tech and digital hiring?
Proximity to Northern Europe, multilingual talent, thriving tech hubs, and strong cultural alignment for seamless collaboration.
Spain
A Premier Tech Talent Destination
Talent Pool: Over 400,000 highly skilled tech professionals, with cities like Barcelona, Madrid, and Valencia serving as major tech hubs.
Key Skills: Software engineering, AI, data science, blockchain, and cybersecurity.
Skilled Workforce: Top-tier universities producing tech leaders.
Cost-Effective: Salaries 30–40% lower than London or Berlin.
Time-Zone Compatibility: Seamless collaboration with Europe.
Multilingual Talent: English proficiency alongside Spanish and other languages.
Growing Tech Ecosystem: Barcelona and Madrid are home to vibrant startup scenes and global tech giants, offering a deep pool of experienced professionals.
Cultural Fit: Strong cultural alignment with Northern Europe and a history of successful collaboration on international projects.
Portugal
A Thriving Tech Talent Hub
Talent Pool: Around 120,000 tech professionals.
Key Skills: Web development, AI, cloud computing, and product management.
Highly Educated Talent: Portugal has a reputation for producing top-quality engineers and developers from institutions like the University of Porto and the University of Lisbon. A high percentage of tech professionals are multilingual and proficient in English.
Cost-Effectiveness: Salaries in Portugal are among the most competitive in Western Europe, offering excellent value for companies looking to scale tech teams.
Time-Zone Alignment: Aligned with most of Europe, making it ideal for European companies seeking to streamline workflows.
Government Support: Initiatives like “Startup Portugal” promote innovation and entrepreneurship, attracting international companies to the region.
Stable Economic Environment: Political and economic stability create a conducive environment for long-term
collaborations.
Emerging Tech Hubs: Lisbon hosts Web Summit and drives global tech growth.
Cultural Compatibility: Similar work ethics and professional practices to Northern Europe enhance team cohesion and communication.
Why Latin America for near-shore tech and digital hiring?
Aligned with U.S. time zones, culturally compatible, cost-effective, and thriving with top tech talent.
Brazil
Talent Pool: Largest tech hub in Latin America, with over 500,000 software developers.
Key Skills: Software development, mobile app development, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
Reasons to Hire: Strong educational institutions producing a steady stream of tech graduates. High proficiency in English among professionals in tech hubs like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. A well-established startup ecosystem with significant government support for innovation.
Mexico
Talent Pool: Over 350,000 developers, with thriving tech scenes in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.
Key Skills: Software development, AI, data analytics, and
IoT.
IoT.
Reasons to Hire:
Proximity to the U.S. with overlapping time zones, making real-time collaboration seamless. NAFTA/USMCA agreements facilitate business operations between the U.S. and Mexico. Growing number of bilingual professionals, with a focus on English proficiency in tech fields.
Proximity to the U.S. with overlapping time zones, making real-time collaboration seamless. NAFTA/USMCA agreements facilitate business operations between the U.S. and Mexico. Growing number of bilingual professionals, with a focus on English proficiency in tech fields.
Colombia
Talent Pool: Rapidly growing, with over 150,000 developers and increasing numbers of tech startups.
Key Skills: Web development, mobile development, AI, and DevOps.
Reasons to Hire:
High cultural alignment with North America and Europe. Strategic government initiatives promoting IT and tech education. Major tech hubs in Bogotá and Medellín, with robust coworking and innovation centers.
High cultural alignment with North America and Europe. Strategic government initiatives promoting IT and tech education. Major tech hubs in Bogotá and Medellín, with robust coworking and innovation centers.
Argentina
Talent Pool: Known for its high-quality developers, with approximately 115,000 professionals.
Key Skills: Blockchain development, AI, and software engineering.
Reasons to Hire:
A well-educated workforce with a high level of English proficiency. Lower labor costs compared to other Latin American countries. Vibrant startup culture in Buenos Aires, with many professionals experienced in global projects.
A well-educated workforce with a high level of English proficiency. Lower labor costs compared to other Latin American countries. Vibrant startup culture in Buenos Aires, with many professionals experienced in global projects.
Chile
Talent Pool: Emerging as a tech hub with about 100,000 developers.
Key Skills: FinTech, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
Reasons to Hire:
A stable political and economic environment, ideal for businesses seeking reliability. Government programs like “Startup Chile” encourage tech innovation and entrepreneurship. High-quality infrastructure supporting remote work.
A stable political and economic environment, ideal for businesses seeking reliability. Government programs like “Startup Chile” encourage tech innovation and entrepreneurship. High-quality infrastructure supporting remote work.
Peru
Talent Pool: An emerging player with about 75,000 tech professionals.
Key Skills: Software development, data science, and digital transformation.
Reasons to Hire:
Increasing investment in IT education and tech upskilling programs. Competitive costs with an expanding pool of bilingual professionals. Strong cultural adaptability and alignment with U.S. and European markets.
Increasing investment in IT education and tech upskilling programs. Competitive costs with an expanding pool of bilingual professionals. Strong cultural adaptability and alignment with U.S. and European markets.
About Us
Why Choose Talent Bridge Digital?
- Specialists in hiring for niche positions in Tech and Digital
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We manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing to
onboarding.
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Services include compliance support, payroll integration, and
post-hire care.
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Pre-screened candidates assessed for technical skills, cultural fit,
and language proficiency.
- 90% placement success rate with long-term retention.
- End-to-End Solutions
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From advisory on salary benchmarking to building scalable
teams, we act as a trusted partner for all your hiring needs.
How to works
HOW IT WORKS
Initial call to discuss the
hiring requirements
and work together to
find the best solution.
hiring requirements
and work together to
find the best solution.
We will outline a schedule and
timeline for the interview process
and time-to-hire across the
locations we will do our search.
timeline for the interview process
and time-to-hire across the
locations we will do our search.
We will conduct our search and provide an initial shortlist of candidates within 7-10 days.
We will collaborate to construct a hiring and interview process that will identify the right candidates and screen them to ensure they are a great fit for your business.
Services
We provide a comprehensive suite of services to help businesses successfully recruit top-tier talent from Latin America, Spain, and Portugal. Our solutions are tailored to meet diverse hiring needs, whether for individual roles or complete teams.
Individual Hires
We specialize in sourcing and screening highly qualified candidates for specific tech and digital roles for a fixed fee.
Candidates are assessed for their technical skills, cultural fit, language proficiency, and motivations.
Team & Squad Recruitment
We build entire digital teams or squads for specific projects or long-term initiatives and offer a value-driven cost-effective fee structure.We streamline the recruitment process to deliver efficient and cohesive teams.
Executive Search
We identify and recruit senior-level talent, including Engineering Managers, VPs, and CTOs. Our expertise ensures a personalized search tailored to your leadership needs.
IT Consulting & Advisory
We provide insights on hiring strategies, salary benchmarking, and compliance with local regulations. Assist in crafting benefits packages and onboarding processes to attract top talent.
Project-Based Recruitment
Perfect for businesses requiring a team to complete a specific project.Flexible hiring for defined project durations, ensuring cost-efficiency and adaptability.
Nearshore Solutions
Facilitate remote hiring across Spain, Portugal, and Latin America for cost-effective and culturally aligned talent. We will suggest partners to work with such as offshore payroll providers. Provide after-care services to ensure smooth integration and employee satisfaction.
Specialisms
SPECIALISMS
At Talent Bridge Digital we specialize in sourcing top-tier talent for the most in-demand roles in the tech and digital industries. Our focus is on connecting businesses with exceptional professionals from Latin America, Spain, and Portugal, ensuring the perfect match for your unique needs. Here’s what we cover:
Software Development & Engineering
Full-stack, front-end, and back-end developers.
Mobile app developers (iOS and Android).
DevOps engineers and cloud specialists.
Mobile app developers (iOS and Android).
DevOps engineers and cloud specialists.
Data & Analytics
Data scientists and analysts.
Business intelligence (BI) experts.
Machine learning and AI specialists.
Business intelligence (BI) experts.
Machine learning and AI specialists.
Cybersecurity & IT
Cybersecurity analysts and consultants.
IT infrastructure engineers and system administrators.
Ethical hackers and penetration testers.
IT infrastructure engineers and system administrators.
Ethical hackers and penetration testers.
Product & Project Management:
Product managers and owners.
Agile and Scrum-certified project managers.
Program managers with experience in tech transformation.
Agile and Scrum-certified project managers.
Program managers with experience in tech transformation.
Emerging Tech Roles:
Blockchain developers.
AR/VR specialists.
IoT and robotics engineers.
AR/VR specialists.
IoT and robotics engineers.
Case studies
CASE STUDIES
Series C $100 Million German Start-Up
Challenge: Build a team of 10 PHP web engineers to develop a new eCommerce component at a competitive cost.
Solution: Screened candidates based on English proficiency, technical skills, and enterprise-scale system experience. Delivered 8 hires within 8 weeks.
Results: Achieved approximately 40% cost savings while meeting budget and timeline requirements.
Pre-Seed SaaS German Start-Up
Challenge: Hire a Head of Development in Lisbon as the first technical hire and build a product development team.
Solution: Identified 6 candidates for the leadership role within 4 weeks. Successfully hired a Head of Development and later 2 senior full-stack developers.
Results: Product built from scratch within 6 months, with 40% cost savings compared to Berlin hiring.
Series B £50 Million UK Start-Up
Challenge: Make a niche hire for a Principal Cyber Security Engineer and expand the technical team remotely.
Solution: Hired a Principal Engineer in Barcelona and built a local technical team supplemented with remote hires across Spain.
Results: Achieved a 33% cost saving on key hires and successfully scaled the technical team with niche expertise.
WHO WE ARE?
NICK VERMEIRE
Co-founder/Head of Sales
Nick Vermeire is a seasoned sales and recruitment professional with over 15 years of experience in Technology recruitment. With a proven track record of working with enterprise clients, startups, and scale-ups across the UK, Europe, and the US, Nick specializes in helping businesses build and scale high-performing digital and tech teams and has worked extensively to help businesses solve talent acquisition challenges with remote and near-hire solutions in Spain and Portugal. As the co-founder of Talent Bridge Digital, Nick focuses on connecting companies with top-tier talent from Spain, Portugal, and Latin America, offering cost-effective nearshore hiring solutions. He has worked with hundreds of clients helping them with large statements of work to scale teams and has a deep understanding of the tech and software engineering world. Nick holds a Master’s degree in Digital Business from IE University, where he gained knowledge in areas like digital transformation, machine learning, FinTech, product management and cybersecurity which gives him the expertise to understand your business and services and help find the right tech specialists for critical niche hires. Fluent in English and Spanish, with professional experience across multiple locations and across multiple industry sectors Nick brings a global perspective to recruitment and workforce solutions. Nick has extensive experience in helping businesses from early-stage startups, to fast-growing tech product companies to global enterprises to find talent in the digital sector and can help understand your business and the challenges you face in talent acquisition. Under Nick’s leadership, Talent Bridge Digital aims to streamline and simplify the hiring process for near-shore positions and provide exceptional service to clients, making it easier for companies to hire cost-effective and world-class talent.
Manuel Eigen
Co-founder/Head of Operations
Manuel Eigen, the Co-founder, is a passionate consultant in IT transformation projects, With his technical experitise and international mindset, he serves customers around the globe to define IT projects and find suitable talent, turning them into organizational success. He perfectly knows how to manage IT teams inside projects of limited time, scope and budget, finding tailor made solutions, respecting customer´s individual circumstances. Manuel has more than 7 years of professional experience in consulting focused on IT Strategy and Operations, mainly in Logistics/Transportation and Manufacturing industries. He is German native and speaks fluent Spanish and English. He was working as an in-house consultant in Kuehne+Nagel and Volkswagen Group Services, focused on Digital Transformation projects. As a senior consultant at Indra Business Consulting he has been responsible for delivering strategy, optimization and transformation projects with a technological focus, contributing from the strategy definition up to the technical
implementation. He holds certificates in agile project methodologies and continuously extents his technical skills (e.g., programming languages (VBA, SQL); Process and IT modelling techniques, Software (incl. SAP modules), cloud solutions etc.) Manuel has been living for several years in Spain. Whilst finishing of his business studies in Göttingen, Germany, he was coaching Spanish professionals at their workplace in German companies, which motivated him to dedicate his Bsc. thesis to a qualitative study about organizational attractiveness of German companies perceived by Spanish employees. He firther holds a Msc. in logistics management. He is quite aware about the differences and ambiguities of national labour markets among European countires and understands the importance of considering international talent pools, to cover ad hoc workforce shortages.
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Talent Bridge Digital is a recruitment agency that specializes in connecting startups, SMEs, and enterprises with top-tier tech and digital talent from Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. With over 20 years of combined expertise in tech recruitment and IT consulting, we provide tailored solutions to help companies build cost-effective, high-performing teams that align with their goals. Whether you need individual hires, cohesive teams, or executive leadership, we ensure seamless hiring experiences that drive growth.
We recruit for a wide range of tech and digital roles, including:
Software Development: Frontend, backend, and full-stack developers Data & Analytics: Data scientists, analysts, and machine learning specialists Cybersecurity: Analysts, ethical hackers, and IT infrastructure engineers Product & Project Management: Product managers, Agile coaches, and Scrum-certified project managers Emerging Tech Roles: Blockchain developers, AR/VR specialists, and IoT engineers Executive Leadership: CTOs, VPs, and Engineering Managers If your team needs a tech or digital expert, we have the network to find the perfect match.
Software Development: Frontend, backend, and full-stack developers Data & Analytics: Data scientists, analysts, and machine learning specialists Cybersecurity: Analysts, ethical hackers, and IT infrastructure engineers Product & Project Management: Product managers, Agile coaches, and Scrum-certified project managers Emerging Tech Roles: Blockchain developers, AR/VR specialists, and IoT engineers Executive Leadership: CTOs, VPs, and Engineering Managers If your team needs a tech or digital expert, we have the network to find the perfect match.
Our hiring process is streamlined and efficient to ensure the best talent reaches you quickly:
Discovery: We start by understanding your business, hiring needs, and company culture. Sourcing: Using our extensive network, we identify and approach top-tier candidates. Screening: Candidates undergo rigorous technical and cultural assessments to ensure alignment with your requirements. Presentation: We deliver a shortlist of pre-vetted candidates along with detailed profiles. Interviews: We facilitate interview scheduling and offer guidance throughout the process. Onboarding: Once you select a candidate, we assist with onboarding, compliance, and payroll integration for a smooth transition. We aim to have roles filled within 21 days so you can focus on scaling your business.
Discovery: We start by understanding your business, hiring needs, and company culture. Sourcing: Using our extensive network, we identify and approach top-tier candidates. Screening: Candidates undergo rigorous technical and cultural assessments to ensure alignment with your requirements. Presentation: We deliver a shortlist of pre-vetted candidates along with detailed profiles. Interviews: We facilitate interview scheduling and offer guidance throughout the process. Onboarding: Once you select a candidate, we assist with onboarding, compliance, and payroll integration for a smooth transition. We aim to have roles filled within 21 days so you can focus on scaling your business.
Hiring nearshore talent offers significant advantages:
Cost Savings: Save up to 40–70% compared to hiring locally, depending on the region. Real-Time Collaboration: Teams in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America work in similar time zones, ensuring seamless communication and productivity. Cultural Compatibility: Professionals from these regions share workplace values and ethics that align well with European and North American teams. Skilled Talent Pools: Access a large number of highly qualified tech professionals trained in cutting-edge technologies. Faster Hiring Cycles: Our nearshore hiring solutions reduce time-to-hire, enabling you to scale your team quickly. Nearshore hiring is a strategic choice for businesses looking to scale efficiently while maintaining quality.
Cost Savings: Save up to 40–70% compared to hiring locally, depending on the region. Real-Time Collaboration: Teams in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America work in similar time zones, ensuring seamless communication and productivity. Cultural Compatibility: Professionals from these regions share workplace values and ethics that align well with European and North American teams. Skilled Talent Pools: Access a large number of highly qualified tech professionals trained in cutting-edge technologies. Faster Hiring Cycles: Our nearshore hiring solutions reduce time-to-hire, enabling you to scale your team quickly. Nearshore hiring is a strategic choice for businesses looking to scale efficiently while maintaining quality.