Build your own R&D development center in Europe or LATAM

We are a research and development company that creates and manages remote divisions of Western European and North American businesses in Central and Eastern Europe and Latin America. We help businesses drive digital transformation by providing access to the talent they need and facilities in their chosen location. 

As an experienced research and development firm, we have proven practices, tools, and methods in store to launch an effective remote R&D branch. With 5 R&D centers launched since 2019, we have gained a deep understanding of the regional business environment and technology talent market.

We provide end-to-end research and development services, which means you will get everything you need for your R&D unit.

• R&D talent

We provide targeted HR solutions to match your technical needs, ensuring your team has the right mix of domain experience, tech skills, and cultural fit.

• Office administration

We will act behind the scenes of your R&D hub, handling team management, maintenance, IT support, and other R&D services you may require.

• IT infrastructure

We will create a solid foundation for your R&D facility with a robust IT infrastructure as well as handle network and server maintenance, implement security measures, and resolve IT issues promptly.

• Branded office space

Giving your R&D team a perfect home is a part of our research and development services. We will help you acquire and customize a fully furnished office in your chosen tech hub. 

• Legal entity and taxation aid

The groundwork for your R&D is on us. We will establish legal entities in your chosen tech hub, managing international taxation and local labor regulations.

• People management and development

Our research and development services are 100% talent-centric. We will integrate and manage your team, appoint local managers, and ensure employee retention and satisfaction throughout your R&D center’s lifecycle.

Yes, we do. In fact, our expert has answered some popular questions regarding remote R&D branches in the interview here. 

We know that launching an R&D unit is a huge endeavor, which requires prior knowledge. You can contact our R&D expert Dmytro Malashevski directly via LinkedIn for individual research and development consulting. In the session, you will cover the burning questions when it comes to software research and development. It may include the following points: 

• A strategy for your R&D branch: We define your objectives, roadmap, best location, project details, and anything you deem necessary.
• R&D team composition: We analyze your current team roles and look into the structure of your future R&D unit.
• Legal assistance: Our research and development consultant will help you find ways to ensure adherence to the regulations in the country of your choice. We pay close attention to the industries that are heavily regulated, for instance, healthcare and fintech.
• Taxation consulting: Our specialist will advise taxation in your chosen region, so you can easily navigate tax incentives, credits, and compliance requirements associated with R&D activities.
• IP protection: Our research and development consultant will offer guidance on IP strategy, including licensing agreements, protection of proprietary technology, and know-how generated by your R&D team.

We are an experienced research and development company. With a long history of launching remote branches for Western European and North American businesses (over 16 years now!), you will get a tried-and-tested approach based on an understanding of the local business landscape, tech talent market, labor laws, and tax regulations.

We are eager to impress you with our speed. With a network of over 125,000 software engineers, our HR team will build your research and development team swiftly: On average, we fill vacancies within 2-4 weeks.

We have the right kind of tech expertise in-house. Our rigorous multi-step screening process includes technical interviews, soft skills assessments, and English proficiency tests. Our internal senior-level engineers guarantee you will meet the best candidates for your research and development teams. We have extensive experience across diverse programming languages and technologies, so we can meet your specific requirements.

We ensure smooth communication every step of the way. During the launch of your research and development team, we will maintain proper communication to avoid misunderstanding. If there are any unclear points, we will make sure we have understood each other correctly. We advocate human-to-human communication. We will assign a personal account manager to address any issues and concerns throughout the entire operation of your research and development team.

We will help you with research and development for business in a few simple steps:

Defining your needs and expectations:  At the first stage, our priority is understanding needs. We will have detailed discussions about your scope, goals, and key milestones for your corporate research and development.

Building your team: Next, we tap into our extensive database to find you best-fit candidates for your research and development team. Thanks to our multi-step screening process, we guide you towards the most optimum composition of your R&D branch with the right mix of technical skills, soft skills, and cultural fit.

Hiring HR managers and administrators: The comfort of your business research and development team is our priority. We seek experienced HR managers and administrators – not just expert tech talent, but also other professionals who will take care of the well-being of your team as well as management, office maintenance, IT infrastructure, and other administrative tasks.

Conducting entity registrations and exit plans: We are fortunate to have years of experience helping global brands with research and development for business. This experience will help us handle all the legal and administrative matters efficiently. You don’t have to worry about registering legal entities, navigating international taxation, or complying with local labor regulations –  we will have your back. We will also develop exit plans to ensure a smooth transition if your corporate research and development needs change.

We finalize and manage your R&D department: At the final step, we put all the pieces together. We set up a branded office space, implement essential security measures, and make sure all team members are seamlessly integrated into your organization.

Since software research and development is an intellectual and talent-dependent business, Human Resources take up most of the cost structure, including employees’ salaries, which account for the lion’s share of all costs.

Other costs that are included in the software research and development budget:

• Office space rent
• One-time investments in office equipment, furniture, and appliances
• Expenses for establishing a legal entity and managing taxes
• Office maintenance and management
• HR support aimed at employee retention

Moreover, including a deposit equivalent to two month’s rent and an upfront payment for the office lease is common.

There’s no universal answer to how much it costs to launch an R&D center, as it depends largely on the number of employees and the size of the office. For instance, in Eastern Europe, you can rent an office space of 250 square meters (up to 25 team members) for about $3,500 per month.

On average, launching a new research and development branch of this scale requires an investment of approximately $50,000. This one-time investment typically covers various expenses such as office rent and equipment, legal entity registration, and legal support, including necessary deposits.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to book a free research and development consultation with our expert, Dmytro Malashevski, who will be happy to provide an estimate tailored to your specific needs.