Not all engineering partners are created equal. See how HyperNest's embedded founding engineer model compares to traditional agencies, talent marketplaces, and consulting firms.
We embed as founding engineers with outcome ownership, not freelancers billing hours.
See comparison →Remote Talent PlatformWe provide fractional CTO leadership alongside senior IC execution.
See comparison →Engineering Talent CompanyUS timezone overlap with senior engineers who act as product partners.
See comparison →AI-Matched EngineeringFounder-led matching with engineers who take outcome ownership.
See comparison →Freelance Developer NetworkWe scale with you—from fractional CTO to full engineering pods.
See comparison →Developer Matching ServiceSenior engineers embedded in your Slack, your standups, your culture.
See comparison →Software Development AgencyTransparent embedded model—you own the code, we build with you.
See comparison →Engineering AgencyNo agency overhead—direct access to founding engineers and CTOs.
See comparison →Tech ConsultingWe execute, not just advise. Strategy plus shipping.
See comparison →Software AgenciesFounder-led, embedded engineers with direct Slack access and outcome ownership.
See comparison →Compare development location options and the true costs of each.
Read guide →Engagement ModelWhy embedded partners beat traditional staff aug models.
Read guide →OutsourcingHow to outsource development without losing control.
Read guide →Book a call to discuss how embedded founding engineers compare to your current approach.
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