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Alcor is a reliable partner that meets our hiring needs. We finally hired experienced software engineers in Eastern Europe with strong tech skills and business acumen. Account Managers are awesome!
Alcor is a reliable long-term partner that remains mindful of deadlines and business priorities. Their efforts have fostered a stable foundation for our R&D center and its operations in Ukraine. They feature an extensive team of creative problem-solvers that aim to provide flawless service.
Ongoing team management is easy and effortless. They’ve solved every problem we’ve faced, even crazy things like buying certified hardware in the middle of nowhere in Bali and shipping it to the EU.
We wanted to switch from our outsourcing provider, and Alcor has become really game-changing for us. Within a mere 6 months, we got a fully-fledged team of 30 engineers in our own R&D office. 20 more later.
Alcor’s R&D solution eclipses full-cycle recruitment, EOR service, and operational support for our offshore team. Their ‘all-in-one place’ approach is far more cost-effective than I could’ve imagined.
I value their commitment to going the extra mile. We evolved from an outstaff project into an independent company, and Alcor’s support was crucial. They hired and onboarded 15+ professionals for us.
Expanding our engineering team outside the US with Alcor was a game-changer! They found 15 talented developers and provided seamless EOR & operational support. Great responsiveness to our needs!
Thanks to Alcor, we hired four engineers and a designer that strengthened our team. Besides stellar recruitment, Alcor flawlessly handled our payroll. Their approach was seamless and swift.
Alcor helped us hire the top 5% of tech talent while building our employer brand. They were proactive, never compromised on quality, and delivered. Three years later, our hires are still thriving!
Thank you Alcor team for helping us to source these excellent candidates! We really appreciate all your efforts and timely response!
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Optional EOR/COR add-ons
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Premium legal support
Unlimited liability coverage, IP & data security guarantees, immediate IP transfer, legal consultations -
Benefits management
PTO, health insurance, parental leave, mental health, gym memberships, and remote work options -
Procurement
Procurement, setup, maintenance, and repair of all hardware types for your tech team -
Office rent
Support with office or coworking rentals, lease signing, and local payment management -
Employer branding
Boost your brand visibility in local IT markets to attract and retain top tech talent -
HR services
HR policies, HRIS setup, well-being programs, surveys, and internal team events
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FAQ
How does Alcor EOR/COR pricing work?
With Alcor EOR/COR services, you pay the following costs per engineer monthly:
– Salaries for the team;
– Contractor of Record fee, dedicated customer operations manager included.
Optional costs may include:
– Alcor Legal Shield;
– Alcor Recruitment Success Fee;
– Alcor Tech Enabler;
– Background verification: pay per person;
– All-in operational services for specialists: hardware, office/coworking, and other services;
– Accounting services for specialists: cost may vary depending on location;
– Office rent: 2 monthly rent payments;
– Legal support: hourly rate;
– Employer branding: fixed price for the audit;
– Remote HR Assistant: hourly rate.
How much will I pay per engineer?
We don’t use a flat “$X per employee” model, because your real cost of hiring depends on seniority, location, and monthly spend.
Instead, we charge a percentage of the total monthly turnover (salaries, expenses, etc.) that we manage for your software development team. This percentage decreases as your team and monthly budget grow, thanks to automatic volume discounts.
Share your hiring plan – an engineering pod of five or a full team of thirty – and we’ll calculate your effective percentage and estimated monthly fee for you.
How much does it cost to hire an offshore software development team?
The cost of hiring an offshore software development team is driven by where the engineers sit and how senior they are – base salaries move by country and seniority. Budget for total employment cost, not salary alone: benefits, hardware, the service fee, and the recruitment fee all sit on top. Use the calculator on this page for a per-role estimate.
Does Alcor require any advance payments?
No, we do not require any advance payments or deposits from our clients.
Does Alcor charge exit fees if we decide to move forward?
No, if you partner with Alcor, your tech R&D team will belong to you from day one – no buyout fees. We also provide detailed invoices so you can track your finances. After 6 months, you can fully insource the team at no additional charge.
Does Alcor charge onboarding fees per employee?
No, Alcor does not charge any onboarding fees per employee.
All onboarding activities – from collecting employee information and preparing contracts to setting up payroll and benefits – are included in our standard EOR and COR service at no additional cost.
How does the cost of working with Alcor compare to setting up a company-owned entity?
Alcor offers a faster and more cost-efficient alternative to setting up a legal entity. You avoid incorporation costs, ongoing tax obligations, and compliance risks, paying only a transparent monthly EOR/COR fee per engineer.
What does an embedded engineering pod cost compared with outsourcing?
An embedded team is priced on base salaries plus a service fee. An outsourcing vendor bills a blended rate per engineer, with its own margin built in. When you put the costs side by side, you see your total employment cost on one hand and the vendor’s rate on the other – and with an engineering pod, you also see what each engineer actually earns.
Does Alcor provide volume discounts?
Yes, Alcor rewards growth. As your team expands, the Financial Agent Services rate goes down, giving you more room to invest in your engineers. The bigger the software development team, the lower the fee band – so your cost per engineer falls as you scale, not just your total spend.
How much do US tech product companies save when hiring engineers in Latin America and Eastern Europe?
US and European tech product businesses that set up offshore software R&D teams in Latin America or Eastern Europe can save 30% to 50% on annual developer wages.
Why is it better to choose Alcor over Oyster HR, Remote, or Papaya Global?
Unlike other EOR or COR providers, Alcor focuses exclusively on tech companies. We combine Employer of Record and Contractor of Record services with in-house tech recruitment, flexible contracts, and direct human support. With 325K+ pre-vetted tech candidates and expertise in LATAM & CEE markets, Alcor helps you build an embedded team inside your product org, not just hire abroad.
Why is it better to choose Alcor EOR/COR if you’re looking to hire software developers?
Unlike other EOR or COR providers on the market, the Alcor team focuses solely on providing EOR/COR services to companies that need to hire software engineers in Latin America or Eastern Europe.
Our solution is a software R&D center that combines:
- Silicon Valley-grade recruitment of 10 to 100 developers per year with our in-house tech recruitment team of 40;
- Comprehensive Employer of Record and Contractor of Record services that cover tech contracts – from IP rights protection to NDAs, as well as other legal support, payroll, and benefits administration;
- Operations services – hardware procurement, office leasing, HR, and IT support.
Why is Alcor the best EOR/COR option for tech companies?
Alcor is the only Employer of Record/Contractor of Record built exclusively for technology companies.
While ordinary EOR or COR providers focus on compliance and payroll, we go further – combining these functions with in-house tech recruitment, IP-safe legal support, and navigation through the key development hubs in LATAM & CEE.
Why is Alcor the best EOR/COR option for hiring remote developers in Latin America?
Alcor combines in-house tech recruitment, legal compliance, and payroll management across LATAM, helping tech companies hire remote developers in Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, and Chile fast and securely.