Howdy Blog | Insights on Global Hiring, Remote Work, & Nearshore Tech Talent
Resources & articles for building strong distributed & remote teams
By María Cristina Lalonde
The Real 2026 Cost of Hiring Software Engineers: US vs. Latin America (Based on Verified 2025 Data)
A data-backed 2026 cost comparison between US and Latin America software engineers using verified 2025 payroll records from 12,500-plus developers across eight countries.
Read More9 Best Companies for Hiring Top Latin American Developers in 2026
Compare the 9 best platforms for hiring Latin American software developers in 2026, including pricing, retention, and time-zone alignment with US teams.
Read MoreThe Austin CTO’s Guide to Going Global: Why "Nearshore" Is the New Local
Austin CTOs are replacing offshore development with nearshore LatAm teams for real-time collaboration, cultural alignment, and high-quality engineering. Learn why.
Read MoreThe San Francisco CTO’s Guide to LatAm Engineering: Why Nearshore Is the New SOMA
San Francisco CTOs are replacing traditional offshore development with nearshore Latin American teams. Learn why.
Read MoreAll Articles


9 Best Companies for Hiring Top Latin American Developers in 2026
By María Cristina Lalonde


The Austin CTO’s Guide to Going Global: Why "Nearshore" Is the New Local
By María Cristina Lalonde


The San Francisco CTO’s Guide to LatAm Engineering: Why Nearshore Is the New SOMA
By María Cristina Lalonde


The Real 2026 Cost of Hiring Software Engineers: US vs. Latin America (Based on Verified 2025 Data)
By María Cristina Lalonde


Job Seeker Survey: 76% Burned Out by Job Hunt
By Howdy.com


The 2026 Guide to the Best Employer of Record (EOR) Services in Latin America for Hiring Top Tech Talent
By María Cristina Lalonde