🇨🇴Expand Your Business to Colombia
Access Latin America's most educated workforce, thriving tech ecosystem, and strategic location with perfect timezone alignment for US operations.
Why Expand to Colombia?
Tech Talent Hub
Growing tech ecosystem with 13,000+ developers. Home to Rappi, strong startup culture.
Educated Workforce
288 universities producing 130,000+ graduates annually. Strong STEM programs.
EST Timezone
Same timezone as US East Coast enables real-time collaboration and agile development.
Cultural Bridge
Professional business culture with Latin warmth. Growing English proficiency in cities.
Competitive Costs
60% savings vs US. Mid-level developer: $20-30k/year. Excellent value for quality.
Quality of Life
Vibrant cities, perfect climate, rich culture attracts and retains top talent.
Our Operations in Colombia
Bogotá & MedellÃn
What We've Built
- 400+ professionals across tech and business functions
- Software development center serving US clients
- Partnerships with top universities (EAFIT, Andes)
- Agile teams integrated with US product development
Key Learnings
- •Bogotá for enterprise, MedellÃn for startups/innovation
- •Work-life balance is highly valued - respect it
- •Coffee breaks are sacred - embrace the culture
- •English proficiency growing rapidly in tech sector
Services We Deliver from Colombia
Software Development
Full-stack web, mobile apps, cloud architecture, DevOps, QA automation
Digital Services
UI/UX design, digital marketing, content creation, SEO/SEM
Business Operations
Finance & accounting, business analysis, project management
Specialized Tech
AI/ML development, blockchain, IoT, data science
Real Cost Analysis
| Role | Colombia Cost | US Cost | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Developer | $15,000-20,000 | $60,000-80,000 | 65-75% |
| Senior Developer | $30,000-45,000 | $120,000-150,000 | 60-70% |
| UX/UI Designer | $18,000-28,000 | $70,000-90,000 | 65-70% |
| Project Manager | $25,000-35,000 | $90,000-120,000 | 65-70% |
| DevOps Engineer | $28,000-40,000 | $110,000-140,000 | 65-75% |
Note: Costs include base salary only. Add 50-60% for social security, health, pension, and mandatory benefits (prima, cesantÃas, vacation).
Success in Colombia
Cultural Insights
- •Relationships matter - invest time in team building
- •Professional yet warm - formality with friendliness
- •Family time is sacred - respect work-life balance
- •Coffee culture - tinto breaks build team cohesion
Management Best Practices
- Provide clear career development paths
- Invest in continuous learning programs
- Celebrate achievements publicly
- Offer flexible work arrangements
Why Colombia Wins
- Fastest growing tech ecosystem in LATAM
- Government investment in tech education
- Strong IP protection and rule of law
- Cultural creativity drives innovation
Considerations
- ⚠Traffic in Bogotá - plan for remote work
- âš Complex labor laws - get legal advice
- âš Regional holidays vary by city
- âš Currency fluctuation affects planning
Colombia's Tech Ecosystem
Home to Rappi, Habi, and a thriving startup ecosystem supported by Ruta N and government initiatives
Ready to Expand to Colombia?
Join our waitlist to get early access to Globalify's Colombia expansion toolkit. Tap into Latin America's most promising tech talent market.
What You'll Get
- Colombia tech talent assessment guide
- Legal entity & employment law guide
- Salary benchmarking for tech roles
- University partnership strategies