Engagement models
Flexible ways tohire developers.
Engagement models are about matching commercial terms to the shape of the work. Start with the model that fits today — you can change it as your needs become clearer.
The models
Six engagement models in detail
- 01
Hourly Developers
Pay for the hours worked. Suited to defined tasks, short bursts of capacity, or work whose volume is still uncertain.
Suitable for
- Bug fixing and maintenance backlogs
- Small features or integrations
- Technical audits and code reviews
Discuss requirementsIndicative pricing
From $12/hour
- 02
Part-Time Developers
A developer reserved for a set number of hours each week — steady progress without a full-time commitment.
Suitable for
- Ongoing product upkeep
- Supporting a small in-house team
- Gradual feature roadmaps
Discuss requirementsIndicative pricing
Custom pricing based on weekly hours and skills.
- 03
Monthly Dedicated Developers
A developer dedicated to your work on a monthly basis, with a predictable invoice and a schedule defined in the contract.
Suitable for
- Product development sprints
- Long-running client projects
- Extending an existing team
Discuss requirementsIndicative pricing
From $1,500/month
- 04
Full-Time Dedicated Developers
A full-time engineer who works exclusively on your product, follows your processes and collaborates with your team daily.
Suitable for
- Core product engineering
- Roles you would otherwise recruit in-house
- Long-term roadmap ownership
Discuss requirementsIndicative pricing
From $1,500/month
- 05
Fixed-Term Developer Contracts
Engineering capacity for an agreed period — a launch window, a migration, or cover while you recruit.
Suitable for
- Product launches and deadlines
- Platform migrations
- Parental-leave or hiring-gap cover
Discuss requirementsIndicative pricing
Pricing based on the agreed duration, capacity, and required expertise.
- 06
Dedicated Engineering Teams
A coordinated team — for example developers, QA and a technical lead — assembled around your product and delivery goals.
Suitable for
- New product builds
- Agency delivery capacity
- Parallel workstreams
Discuss requirementsIndicative pricing
Custom quote based on team size, roles, experience, and duration.
Side by side
Compare hiring models
Indicative starting points only. Final terms are defined in your agreement.
| Model | Hourly | Part-Time | Monthly | Full-Time | Fixed-Term | Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billing basis | Hours worked | Weekly hours | Per month | Per month | Agreed term | Custom quote |
| Indicative start | $12/hr | Custom | $1,500/mo | $1,500/mo | Custom | Custom |
| Dedicated to your work | Set hours | |||||
| Best for | Defined tasks | Steady, light work | Ongoing work | Core roles | Time-boxed work | Multi-role delivery |
| Interview before selection | ||||||
| Single business contact |
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