Coperniq, an innovative energy tech company, partnered with Awana to leverage remote staffing solutions for their critical hiring needs. This case study showcases how Awana's managed talent approach improved Coperniq's recruitment process, connecting them with Latin America's finest tech professionals.
The Problema: Coperniq's Remote Staffing Hurdles
- Sourcing high-quality remote developers in a competitive market
- Implementing a rigorous technical review process for remote candidates
- Urgent need to fill multiple positions across different time zones
- Finding remote talent that aligns with their startup culture
- Meeting specific technical requirements for various roles in the energy sector
The Challenges
The core challenge for Awana was to provide effective remote staffing solutions that could address Coperniq's urgent hiring needs while ensuring the quality and cultural fit of the candidates in a remote work setting.
- Sourcing high-quality remote developers from Latin America meeting Coperniq's specific technical requirements and the right mindset for a startup environment
- Implementing a rigorous three-stage technical review process for remote candidates across different time zones
- Adapting to varying salary ranges for similar roles
Our Remote Staffing Solutions and Talent Management Approach
- Deep Dive into Client Needs: Awana conducted comprehensive discussions with Coperniq to understand their remote work culture and technical requirements.
- Latin American Talent Strategy: We focused on sourcing remote developers from Argentina, Costa Rica, Brazil, Ecuador, and Mexico, optimizing team structure and time zone coverage.
- Robust Remote Screening Process: Our managed talent solution included:
- Initial remote candidate assessment
- Virtual technical skills evaluation
- Online cultural fit interviews
- Diverse Candidate Pool: We presented a variety of qualified remote candidates, enabling Coperniq to select the best fit for their distributed team.
- Transparent Remote Communication: Throughout the process, Awana maintained clear lines of communication, ensuring seamless remote collaboration.
"Awana team really works with us in identifying the ideal talent for us even when we are learning ourselves and never afraid to iterate."
- Abdullah Al-Zandani, Cofounder & CEO, Coperniq
The Remote Staffing Results
- Successful Remote Placements: Over four months, Awana filled three key remote positions:
- Senior Full-stack Developer (Node, React) - $8,000/month
- Senior Customer Support Engineer (Node) - $7,500/month
- Senior Customer Support Engineer (Node) - $6,000/month
- Quality Assurance in Remote Hiring: All remote candidates excelled in Coperniq's three-stage review process, demonstrating top-tier skills and cultural fit.
- Seamless Remote Integration: The new hires quickly adapted to Coperniq's remote work environment, showcasing the effectiveness of our managed talent approach.
- Client Satisfaction with Remote Staffing: Coperniq praised the quality of remote candidates and Awana's efficient talent management process, leading to ongoing collaborations.
- Extensive Remote Talent Pool: Awana presented 17 qualified remote candidates from various Latin American countries, ensuring a diverse selection for Coperniq's distributed team.
Key Takeaways from Our Remote Staffing Solutions
- Awana's managed talent solution tapped into Latin America's rich tech talent pool, perfectly aligning with Coperniq's remote expansion strategy in the energy sector.
- Our rigorous remote screening process, tailored to Coperniq's needs (e.g., experience with APIs, AWS, PostgreSQL), consistently delivered top-tier remote candidates.
- Awana's flexible remote staffing approach adapted to Coperniq's unique needs, including varying salary ranges for similar roles in different countries.
- Focus on communication skills and problem-solving abilities, crucial for remote work, helped identify candidates well-suited to Coperniq's virtual startup environment.
Why Coperniq Continues to Choose Awana as their Remote Staffing Agency
- Access to a curated pool of top Latin American remote tech talent across various specializations
- In-depth understanding of Coperniq's technical requirements and remote work culture
- Efficient and transparent remote recruitment process with a consistent three-stage review system
- Proven track record in delivering high-quality remote candidates who excel in stringent technical reviews
- Expert support in optimizing distributed team structure and addressing cross-border challenges
- Flexibility in managing both full-time and part-time remote roles
- Ongoing support for evolving remote hiring needs, as evidenced by additional roles in progress
Conclusions
Coperniq successfully built a diverse remote team with developers from Argentina, Costa Rica, and Ecuador. This strategic approach to remote staffing not only filled critical roles but also enriched Coperniq's company culture with a variety of perspectives from across Latin America.
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