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"TurnKey is the only offshore firm we've interacted with that really places an emphasis on retention. They seem to be the only ones that understand how important retention is to maintaining strong product development cycles. Our churn rate with TurnKey has been under 5% annually whereas we were at more than 50% with our previous vendor!"
Anya Alisova (US)
We've hired 5 full-time software engineers through TurnKey. To date, not a single engineer has left our contract/arrangement. We worked with several U.S.-based recruitment firms, and none matched the speed and quality of candidates referred by TurnKey. Most impressive and unique about TurnKey is their willingness to reach for the perfect candidate. Our requirements are strict, and they did not compromise.
Kyle Dodson (US)
"It's been nearly two years of us working together and we have not had the need to replace a single developer. The programmers have all performed very well and TurnKey has been able to give us information that has helped to retain our key players."
Mackezie Drazan (US)
We have hired 5 total developers including tech lead, full stack, dev ops and firmware. For each hire, a strong pipeline of candidates was provided, and the TurnKey team performed a lot of pre-screening such that those that entered the funnel were strong and relevant. They also helped with setting salary comp, and closing. Finally they continue to provide HR services as well as legal admin services associated with employment of a geographically diverse group of developers.
Fletcher Wilson (US)
We started with 8 hired developers and there have been no problems with any of the hires. We are currently monitoring them as we do all engineers but there is nothing to report that would make us consider this arrangement with TurnKey anything but successful. The transparent pricing up front as well as the genuine desire to continue improving with each hire we make is a big difference maker for us.
Chris Oh (US)
TurnKey provided high-quality talent at a cost-effective price. We employed TurnKey to manage the hiring/HR/Legal for >80% of our entire Product team - from identifying and hiring Team Leads, to agent level support roles. I also appreciated that they were proactive in suggesting certain criteria and requirements when first starting our search for key team lead members.
Ryan Rice (US)
We reviewed several similar companies and along with the cost the major deciding factor was the quality of experienced candidates TurnKey was presenting to us. The additional team members worked alongside our scrum teams delivering new feature functionality and enhancements to our platform.We're impressed with the quality of their candidates and the work ethic they demonstrate on a day-to-day basis in our agile ceremonies.
Sandy Speirs (US)
TurnKey is well versed in the startup ecosystem and really understands our needs when it comes to offshore dev, particularly how our needs may be different than the needs of a huge public company. I don’t have to explain as much to TurnKey as I have had to do with other offshore vendors—they seem to get it on the first take. But at the end of the day, all we really care about is quality, and TurnKey has delivered the goods on this front better than other firms we’ve worked with in the past.
Pat Williams
TurnKey only hires the Top 3% of talent across Eastern Europe and Latin America.
Alex O.
Senior AR/VR Architect
3 years experience
Emily P.
Middle AR developer
2 years experience
Max B.
Senior AR developer
4 years experience
Just a few of the awesome things that make us different from all the rest...
We custom recruit your Augmented Reality developers from scratch, ensuring a perfect fit for your needs and culture.
You are in total control of the team, including when they work, how they work and what they work on.
We are super transparent about all salaries and fees—you will always know exactly how much your developers are getting paid.
We have operations throughout Eastern Europe and Latin America so you can pick the country that is the best match for you.
We have a robust talent retention program that reduces churn by 5x compared to the industry average.
We are based in Silicon Valley so you always have someone local to call at any time.
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R1
R1 (NASDAQ: RCM) - a leading healthcare automation firm- needed to quickly expand its engineering and implementation teams due to high product demand.
🌎 Location
Chicago
🖥️ Industry
Healthcare
⚙️ Technology
PHP
🔑 Stage
Public
diib
diib - a venture-capital backed startup that automates SEO - needed to add senior engineering talent to their existing team in order to quicken their product development cycles.
Salt Lake City
DigitalMarketing
Series B
ResNet
ResNet - a leader in AI technology for the energy industry - needed to build an entirely new development team from the ground up that didn't require lengthy ramp up times.
Pittsburgh, PA
Energy
NodeJS
Series A
MiResource
MiResource - a category-defining mental health platform - needed to hire high quality developers that could quickly repair and improve the initial code base created by a previous team.
San Mateo, CA
Digital Health
Seed
Our interests match yours, so you know we're always on your side. We're super open about all the money stuff, including salaries and fees. No surprise charges!
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Employer of Record Fee
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So, what are you waiting for? Let's get this party started!
Strategic assessment of your needs
Simple pricing and painless contracting
Custom recruiting of your team
Easy kickoff and onboarding
Start building a great product!
Ongoing talent retention program
TurnKey is your turnkey solution for hiring high quality, high performing Augmented Reality developers. From sourcing amazing candidates to signing important contracts (like IP assignment) to managing payroll and taxes for each of your developers, TurnKey takes care of everything so you can just focus on building great software.
Augmented Reality Developers excel in creating customized AR applications for a wide range of platforms, including smartphones, tablets, and AR glasses. These apps can be designed for gaming, education, remote assistance, or any other use case where immersive digital overlays enhance real-world experiences.
AR Developers offer comprehensive solutions for industries such as architecture, healthcare, and manufacturing. They enable 3D visualization, allowing professionals to interact with complex data, architectural models, or medical scans in real-time AR environments. These solutions enhance decision-making and training processes.
Augmented Reality Developers are skilled in crafting interactive AR games and experiences. From location-based AR games that blend the digital and physical worlds to educational AR games that engage and educate users, these developers bring fun and learning to a new level.
AR Developers design and develop AR-based training modules and simulations. These solutions are used across industries to train employees and provide hands-on experience in a risk-free virtual environment. From medical procedures to equipment maintenance, AR enhances learning and skills development.
AR Developers offer expert consultation on AR technology adoption. They assess your specific needs and goals, providing recommendations on integrating AR solutions into your existing workflows and systems for optimal efficiency and user satisfaction.
Get a team that is custom-built exactly to your needs.
Fully Dedicated Development teams
Ideal for companies building core development teams.
Seamless Staff Augmentation
Ideal for companies that need extra firepower on their existing dev teams.
Innovation Centers of Excellence (R&D)
Ideal for companies looking to build out an R&D hub with more than 50 staff.
TurnKey has operations in all the global hotspots of high performing development talent.
Time to your first custom hire (or less!)
Annual retention rate of our developers
Industry average = 60%
Average increase in product development velocity
G2 Awards
TripleTree iAward
Zoom Finalist Marketplace Competition
KLAS 2023 Points of Light Award
Energy Visionary by California Energy Commission
Capterra Best Value
GetApp Best Functionality & Features
SoftwareAdvice Most Recommended
When you are building out a development team, you often need multiple players who are skilled at different things. That’s why TurnKey is a perfect partner for your hiring needs across the development stack.
Front-end Developer
Mobile Developer
Android App Developer
iOS Developer
UI/UX Designer
QA Engineer
Release Managers
DevOps Engineer
Java Developer
Augmented reality development has gained immense popularity in recent years due to its ability to offer an immersive and interactive user experience. By superimposing digital content onto the user's real-world environment, AR technology creates a hybrid reality that can enhance users' perception and interaction with their surroundings. This unique capability of AR has found applications in various fields, from gaming and entertainment to education, healthcare, real estate, and retail, among others. Businesses are increasingly leveraging AR to engage their customers in novel ways, provide them with valuable information, and create memorable brand experiences.
The process of hiring an augmented reality developer involves several steps. First, you need to clearly define your project requirements, including the scope of the project, the specific AR technologies to be used, the platforms for which the AR application will be developed, and the project timeline. Once you have a clear understanding of your needs, you can post a detailed job description on job boards, freelance platforms, and professional networking sites. The job description should outline the skills and experience required for the role, the responsibilities of the position, and the benefits offered. You can then screen the applications received, shortlisting candidates based on their skills, experience, and portfolio. The next step is to conduct interviews to assess the candidates' technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit. Depending on the results of the interviews, you may also want to give the shortlisted candidates a test project to evaluate their practical skills. Finally, once you have identified the most qualified candidate, you can extend a job offer.
Staff augmentation is a a flexible outsourcing strategy that could also be used for hiring an augmented reality developer. It enables businesses to hire tech talent globally and manage them within their in-house framework. This strategic approach allows you to scale your team up or down as per the project requirements, adding depth and breadth to your talent pool. At TurnKey, we use standard hiring practices, that will ensure that you get the right tech talent for your specific needs using our staff augmentation services.
When hiring augmented reality engineers, there are several key skills to look for. Strong programming skills are a must, particularly in languages commonly used in AR development such as C# (for Unity) or Java (for Android). Experience with AR development tools and platforms, such as ARKit 6 for iOS or ARCore for Android, is also crucial.
A good AR engineer should also have a solid understanding of 3D modeling and computer graphics, as these are essential for creating realistic and engaging AR content. In addition to these technical skills, problem-solving abilities are important as AR development often involves overcoming unique challenges. Communication skills are also valuable, especially if the engineer will be working as part of a team or will be involved in client interactions.
Here at TurnKey, we are well known for having a great hiring funnel and the lowest churn rate of any staff augmentation software development agency post-hire.
We take great pride in our ability to find and hire the-match developers for top tech firms across various industries. Our robust screening protocol, expert recruitment team, and perfect retention program are the key pillars of our success.
Our success speaks for itself – Venture-backed Turquoise needed to augment its engineering team with high performing developers due to rapid sales growth and product expansion. They chose us as their staff augmentation partner. We hired a Team Lead and six Senior Engineers for Turquoise, the most widely used price transparency software in the healthcare industry. An average of two candidates were presented for technical screening for each position, with an average time to fill each position of just 23 days. And the best part?
100% retention since the beginning of our relationship in fall 2021.
When interviewing candidates for an AR/VR developer position, it's important to ask questions that assess their technical knowledge, practical skills, and understanding of AR technology. Some possible questions include: Can you describe a challenging AR project you've worked on and how you overcame the challenges? What AR development tools and platforms are you familiar with? Can you explain the process of creating an AR app from scratch? How do you ensure the performance and usability of the AR apps you develop? How do you stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in AR technology? It can also be beneficial to ask questions about the candidate's problem-solving approach, teamwork skills, and interest in AR technology.