Nearshoring Technology
to Brazil

A practical guide for US and European companies evaluating Brazil as a nearshore engineering destination — what makes it work, how to structure the engagement, and what to watch out for.

What's inside

• Why Brazil leads Latin America for senior tech talent — talent depth, English levels, and timezone fit
• The three engagement models: independent contractor, outsourcing, and EOR — when each applies
• EOR vs. outsourcing: how the choice affects culture, IP ownership, and long-term retention
• The cost picture: total employer cost breakdowns and benchmarks against US West Coast rates
• What it takes to execute: recruitment, EOR onboarding, workspace, and compliance in parallel
• Risks and common mistakes — and how to avoid the most frequent failure modes