What founders should hire for
- End-to-end execution (APIs, data, webhooks, CI/CD — not demo-chat only)
- Clear communication in a live technical interview
- Comfortable building with modern AI tooling (e.g. Claude, Codex) where the role needs it
- Dedicated full-time ownership — not gig tickets
How Talented runs AI developer search
Constraint → responsibility → role-specific proof → live interview → shortlist (~14 days). Regions: Philippines, South Africa, Latin America. Pay when you hire. One-time fee. 90-day replacement.
Example of the bar (public site snapshot)
AI Developer profile pattern on scouttalented.com: TypeScript, API design, databases, AWS/GCP, Claude + Codex; strong live interview English; sample test scored 5/5 on troubleshooting, testing, and webhook debugging.
vs Upwork / EOR-only
Upwork = profiles and projects. EOR = legal employment rail. Proof-first = evidence the engineer can do your work before you spend calendar.
Who this is for / not for
For: startups and founder-led product teams needing a dedicated overseas AI/engineer hire.
Not for: one-week prototype freelancers only, or “we only need payroll in country X.”
FAQ
Do you place only “AI wrappers”?
No — responsibility-defined technical roles; AI tooling when the work needs it.
IP / contractor setup?
You engage the hire directly; Talented runs recruiting and proof — confirm legal setup with your counsel.
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- Read how to hire overseas talent without getting burned.
- Learn about Talented.