Pricing

Four ways to build your engineering team.

Odesa offers two ways to hire pre-vetted senior developers from Eastern Europe: hourly staff augmentation starting at $45/hr, or flat-fee recruitment at $3,999 per hire. No retainers, no percentage-of-salary games, no surprise invoices. Every dollar is accounted for before you sign anything.

Most Popular

Staff Augmentation

$45-75^/hr

Starting rate · Senior engineers $45-75/hr

Add pre-vetted Eastern European developers to your team on an hourly basis. Scale up or down monthly. Start with a 2-week risk-free trial.

Pre-vetted senior developers (5-15+ yrs experience)

2-week risk-free trial — pay nothing if not satisfied

No long-term contracts — monthly flexibility

6-8 hours daily US timezone overlap

Dedicated account management by Val & Zhanna

All contracts, compliance, NDA & IP handled

40-60% savings vs US-based hiring

🔒 2-week risk-free trial · 94% retention rate

Recruitment

$3,999^/hire

Flat fee · Not 20% of salary

Hire a full-time engineer directly onto your team for a one-time flat fee. Pre-vetted Eastern European talent with a 90-day performance guarantee.

One-time flat fee — same price regardless of salary level

90-day performance guarantee — free replacement

Multi-stage technical + English + background vetting

Average 4.2-day placement time

Interview coordination & candidate preparation

Direct full-time hire on your payroll

Saves $20-30K+ vs traditional agency per hire

🔒 90-day performance guarantee

Custom Development

Custom

Milestone-based · Scoped per project

End-to-end software development with a dedicated Eastern European engineering team. MVPs, feature builds, full product development, and white-label solutions for agencies.

Dedicated project manager + engineering team

Milestone-based billing — pay for delivered work

Full project scoping and technical architecture

White-label option for agencies and consultancies

MVP to enterprise-scale feature development

Post-launch maintenance and support available

US contract with full IP assignment

🔒 Milestone-based · Full IP ownership

Staff Augmentation Rate Card

Hourly rates by technology and experience level.

All rates below are fully loaded — there are no additional markups, retainers, or administrative fees beyond the hourly rate. Rates include Odesa’s vetting process, account management, trial period, and all contractor compliance handling. The US Equivalent column shows the approximate annualized cost of hiring the same engineer domestically including salary, benefits, and overhead.

Role / Technology	Mid-Level (3-5yr)	Senior (5-10yr)	Lead / Architect (10+yr)	US Equivalent (Annual)
Full-Stack Developer	$45/hr	$55/hr	$70/hr	$120-190K Save 40-55%
Frontend (React, Angular, Vue)	$45/hr	$55/hr	$65/hr	$115-180K Save 45-55%
Backend (Python, Java, Node)	$45/hr	$55/hr	$70/hr	$120-195K Save 40-55%
DevOps / Cloud Engineer	$50/hr	$65/hr	$75/hr	$130-210K Save 45-55%
Mobile (iOS, Android, Flutter)	$50/hr	$60/hr	$70/hr	$125-195K Save 45-55%
Data Engineer	$50/hr	$60/hr	$75/hr	$125-200K Save 40-55%
AI / ML Engineer	$55/hr	$70/hr	$75/hr	$140-220K Save 50-60%
QA / SDET Engineer	$40/hr	$50/hr	$60/hr	$100-160K Save 40-50%
UX/UI Designer	$40/hr	$50/hr	$60/hr	$105-170K Save 40-55%

Rates effective Q1 2025. US equivalents include estimated 30% benefits/payroll overhead. Exact Odesa rates depend on specific technology requirements and availability. Contact us for a precise quote.

Team-Level Pricing

Hiring 3+ developers? Let's talk custom pricing.

Companies building entire offshore engineering teams or making multiple recruitment placements qualify for volume pricing. Whether you need 3 augmented developers or 10 recruited hires, Val will put together a custom rate structure that reflects the scale of your engagement. All volume agreements include priority matching, dedicated account management, and accelerated onboarding.

Which Service Is Right for You?

Staff augmentation vs recruitment: choosing the right model.

When evaluating offshore developer pricing, the sticker rate tells only part of the story. Vetting quality, retention, trial periods, contract flexibility, and hidden markups all affect the true cost of hiring. Here is how Odesa stacks up against the most common alternatives on the metrics that impact your total cost of engagement.

Choose Staff Augmentation if...

$45-75/hr

Staff augmentation is the right model when you need flexibility, want to avoid permanent headcount, or need to scale engineering capacity quickly for a defined period. The developer works as part of your team but is contracted through Odesa.

Best for

You need to scale fast without long hiring cycles

You want to try before you commit (2-week free trial)

Your project scope may change month to month

You prefer hourly billing over fixed salaries

You want to avoid benefits, payroll taxes, and overhead

Choose Recruitment if...

$3,999/hire

Recruitment is the right model when you want a permanent team member on your payroll, have budget for a full-time salary, and want to pay a one-time flat fee instead of ongoing hourly costs. The developer becomes your direct employee.

Best for

You want a permanent full-time hire on your team

You have headcount budget approved for the role

You want to pay once ($3,999) instead of ongoing hourly

You need long-term commitment and IP on your payroll

You want a 90-day guarantee with free replacement

Pricing FAQ

Common questions about Odesa pricing and billing.

Transparent pricing means transparent answers. If your question is not covered here, book a 15-minute call with Val.

How much does Odesa staff augmentation cost?

Hourly rates range from $40 to $75 depending on technology specialization and experience level. Mid-level engineers (3-5 years) start around $40-50/hr, senior engineers (5-10 years) at $55-65/hr, and lead/architect-level (10+ years) at $65-75/hr. There are no retainers, no placement fees, and no hidden markups beyond the hourly rate. See the full rate card above for detailed per-role pricing.

What does the $3,999 recruitment fee include?

Everything: full candidate sourcing from our 250+ developer network, multi-stage technical assessment, English communication evaluation, professional background verification, interview scheduling and coordination, and a 90-day performance guarantee with free replacement. The $3,999 is the same whether you are hiring a $100K mid-level engineer or a $200K lead architect. One flat fee, one hire, zero add-ons.

Are there any hidden costs or additional fees?

No. Odesa pricing is fully transparent and what you see on this page is what you pay. Staff augmentation is billed hourly at the stated rate with no administrative fees, setup costs, or markup beyond the rate. Recruitment is a one-time $3,999 flat fee per hire with no additional charges. We do not charge retainers, do not take percentages of salary, and do not invoice for expenses. If an engagement requires anything outside standard scope, we discuss and agree on pricing before any work begins.

How do I choose between staff augmentation and recruitment?

Choose staff augmentation if you want flexibility, hourly billing, a risk-free trial, and the ability to scale up or down monthly. Choose recruitment if you want a permanent full-time hire on your payroll for a one-time flat fee. Many clients start with staff augmentation to evaluate a developer’s fit, then convert them to a direct hire through our recruitment service when they are ready to make it permanent.

Do you offer volume or team-level discounts?

Yes. Companies augmenting with 3+ developers or making 5+ recruitment placements qualify for custom team-level pricing. The discount structure depends on the size and duration of the engagement. Contact Val directly to discuss volume pricing for your specific requirements. All volume agreements include priority matching and accelerated onboarding timelines.

What payment terms does Odesa offer?

Staff augmentation is invoiced bi-weekly or monthly based on hours worked. Payment is due Net 15. Recruitment fees are invoiced upon the candidate’s accepted offer and start date, with payment due Net 30. Custom development projects are billed on a milestone basis as defined in the project scope. We accept wire transfer, ACH, and credit card payments.

Can I convert an augmented developer to a full-time hire?

Yes. This is a common path for our clients. After working with an augmented developer for several months, many companies decide to bring them on as a permanent employee. The conversion process goes through our recruitment service at the standard $3,999 flat fee. This gives you the advantage of hiring someone you have already worked with and validated before committing to a full-time position.

Ready to hire? Start this week.

Book a 15-minute discovery call with Val. Define your requirements. Receive hand-matched senior developer profiles within 48 hours. Whether you choose staff augmentation or recruitment, your first placement is days away.

🔒 Staff aug from $45/hr · Recruitment $3,999/hire · No hidden fees · 4.2-day avg placement