Nearshore software development in Romania
A practical guide for European companies: what nearshore means, how it compares to onshore and offshore, and why Romania is one of the most popular choices.
Three ways to outsource software development
Onshore
A partner in your own country. Easy to work with, but usually the most expensive.
Nearshore
A partner in a nearby country, with a similar time zone and culture, at a lower cost.
Offshore
A partner far away, often the cheapest, but with large time differences.
Why European companies outsource to Romania
Close time zone
One hour ahead of Central Europe and two of the UK, so the working days overlap almost fully.
Inside the EU
Romania is an EU member, so GDPR, EU contracts and invoicing apply as at home.
Strong engineering talent
A large pool of experienced engineers, with tech hubs in Cluj-Napoca, Bucharest and Iași.
Lower cost
Lower rates than hiring locally in Western Europe or the US.
How to choose among nearshore software development companies
Check how they work
Ask how often you will see working software. Demos every sprint beat status reports.
Meet the team
Talk to the people who will build your product, not only to sales.
Own your code
Make sure code, designs and documentation are yours from day one.
Start small
A short discovery or first milestone shows how the partnership works.
Frequently
asked questions
Quick answers to the questions clients ask us most. Anything else, just get in touch.
What is nearshore software development?
Outsourcing software development to a company in a nearby country, usually within a few hours' time difference, so teams can work together in real time at a lower cost than hiring locally.
Is Romania nearshore or offshore?
For companies in Europe, Romania is nearshore: close time zone, EU membership and a similar business culture. For US companies it is usually considered offshore, although working hours overlap with the US East Coast.
Why outsource software development to Romania?
Experienced engineers, working hours that overlap with Europe and the US East Coast, and EU data protection standards, at a lower cost than hiring locally in Western Europe or the US.
A nearshore team for your next product
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Tell us what you need. You'll get a clear plan and estimate within a couple of business days.
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What happens next
- 1We read your brief
And reply within a couple of business days, with any questions we have.
- 2We get on a call
A short chat about your goals, users and constraints.
- 3You get a plan
Scope, timeline and cost, in writing.