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Hire offshore developers who work only for your UK business
Developers and engineers you can hire
End-to-end features across React or Vue front ends and Node.js, PHP, Python or .NET back ends.
APIs, microservices, databases, queues and integrations.
Fast, accessible interfaces in React, Next.js, Vue or Angular.
CI/CD, AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Terraform, observability.
Manual and automated testing, test strategy, regression suites.
ETL/ELT pipelines, data warehouses, dbt, Airflow, BI.
| Technology | Typical work | Page |
|---|---|---|
| PHP | Custom PHP apps, WordPress plugins, legacy modernisation | Hire PHP developers |
| Laravel | SaaS back ends, APIs, admin panels | Hire Laravel developers |
| React | Web apps, dashboards, design systems | Hire React developers |
| Python | APIs, automation, data and AI services | Hire Python developers |
| Websites and CMS | Marketing sites, WordPress, Shopify | Offshore web developer |
| AI engineering | LLM apps, RAG, agents | AI delivery engineer |
How to hire offshore developers with TalentDock
1 · Brief
Role, stack, seniority, hours and start date. We confirm an all-in monthly price.
2 · Technical screening
Coding assessment in your stack, English communication check and references.
3 · Shortlist
Typically under 10 working days, with test results and profiles.
4 · Your interview
Run your own technical and culture interviews; choose who joins.
5 · Onboarding
Laptop, secure access, NDA and IP assignment; they join your sprint.
6 · Ongoing support
Attendance, HR, performance support and replacement cover.
Offshore developers vs freelancers vs UK hires
| TalentDock offshore developer | Freelance marketplace | UK permanent hire | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost (mid-level) | From £1,695 all-in | Varies; you handle admin | ≈ £5,200-£5,700 employer cost |
| Dedicated to you | Yes, full-time | Often split across clients | Yes |
| Vetting | Technical tests + your interview | Reviews and profiles | Your process + agency fee |
| Employment, equipment, HR | Included | None | Yours |
| Replacement | Included | Start again | Re-hire |
| Time to start | Weeks | Days | Months |
UK figure based on Robert Half 2026 midpoints for full-stack, back-end and front-end developers plus employer NICs and pension. See UK software developer salaries 2026.
What makes our developers different
Assessed in your stack
Not generic tests: we screen against the frameworks and tools you use.
Full-time and dedicated
No moonlighting across clients; they are part of your team.
UK-ready communication
Comfortable with stand-ups, written specs, code review and async updates.
Secure by default
Managed devices, MFA, least-privilege access, UK GDPR transfer paperwork.
Frequently asked questions
How do I hire offshore developers?
Share the role and stack, review a shortlist of assessed candidates, interview them, and we handle employment, equipment and support.
How much does it cost to hire an offshore developer?
TalentDock developers start from £1,695 per month all-in; DevOps and data engineers from £2,295. No recruitment fee.
Where are your developers based?
Sri Lanka, 4.5-5.5 hours ahead of the UK.
Can I hire just one developer?
Yes. Many clients start with one developer and grow into a team.
Are offshore developers good quality?
Quality depends on vetting. We test in your stack, and you interview and approve every hire.
Can I hire remote developers for UK hours?
Yes. Shifts can overlap or match the UK working day.
Who owns the code?
You do; IP is assigned through our contracts.
What if the developer is not a good fit?
Replacement cover means we recruit again.
Before you hire
Get developer profiles for your role
Tell us the stack and seniority. We will confirm the all-in monthly price and start sourcing assessed candidates.
Offshore teams for UK businesses, managed end to end. Dedicated talent in Sri Lanka & the Philippines, trained to your standards.
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