A growing number of international businesses are seeking to bridge their technology talent gaps through IT staff augmentation.

And Bangladesh is emerging as an unexpected but promising hub for this service. With its expanding pool of skilled developers and competitive costs, Bangladesh is attracting attention from major global firms. Local companies like Vivasoft are showing how Bangladeshi tech firms are stepping up to meet global demand with talent, teamwork, and reliability.

The global IT staff augmentation market is experiencing significant growth as companies struggle to find and retain in-house technical talent. According to Business Research Insights, the market is projected to reach USD 383.5 billion in 2025 and could exceed USD 1.2 trillion by 2035, with a compound annual growth rate of over 13 percent.

Businesses across industries are adopting hybrid and remote staffing models to access specialists in software engineering, data science, and emerging technologies such as AI and cloud computing. Staff augmentation allows them to scale teams quickly and flexibly without the long-term financial commitments associated with full-time hiring.

For years, countries like India and the Philippines have dominated the global outsourcing landscape. But Bangladesh is steadily emerging as a strong alternative, driven by its expanding base of skilled developers and growing reputation for reliable service delivery. The country's outsourcing earnings crossed US $900 million in the first half of 2025. Which surpassed the total BPO revenue from the previous year. This momentum marks a clear shift in how global businesses view Bangladesh.

The rise has been powered by a combination of factors. A young and energetic workforce forms the backbone of this growth. Each year, around 20,000 CSE graduates join the market, adding fresh technical and creative energy to the country's digital economy.

At the same time, the government's proactive policies have played a major role in shaping the ecosystem. The development of high-speed internet infrastructure, along with the growth of co-working spaces and IT parks, has made it easier for local software companies to connect with international clients. This environment has enabled firms to deliver projects faster and with greater quality assurance.

Cost efficiency remains another key advantage. Bangladeshi developers offer similar technical expertise to their counterparts in other Asian markets but at a significantly lower operational cost. This balance of skill and affordability makes the country attractive to startups as well as established global enterprises seeking scalable teams.

At the same time, private-sector initiatives, such as partnerships between tech universities and software firms are helping graduates gain real-world experience. These moves are gradually positioning Bangladesh as a credible alternative in the global IT services ecosystem.

As a result, the country's tech industry is moving up the value chain. Global clients are no longer relying on Bangladesh only for back-office or support operations. They are engaging local teams for specialized engineering, product development, and IT staff augmentation services. This shift reflects a broader confidence in the country's growing capacity to deliver complex, high-impact projects.

Bangladeshi tech firms are at the forefront of this transformation. They are supplying skilled engineers, project managers, and dedicated development teams to clients across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. Vivasoft Limited, in particular, has established itself as one of the best software companies in Bangladesh through its consistent delivery of world-class engineering services and long-term international partnerships. Their success showcases how Bangladeshi firms are moving from outsourced service providers to strategic technology partners on the global stage.

 

 

Founded with the ambition to bridge global technology gaps through Bangladeshi engineering excellence, the company has quietly become a driving force behind the country's rising status as a trusted tech partner.

Today, with more than 300 software engineers and a growing presence across the Netherlands, Sweden, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, and the USA, Vivasoft's teams are embedded in some of the world's fastest-growing businesses, from Azerion and Klikit to Numberskills, Wellteam, Limestone Lab Limited and We Select. Each partnership tells the same story: Bangladeshi engineers building global products, not as outsiders, but as integral extensions of their clients' teams.

What makes this transformation remarkable is how Vivasoft redefines the staff augmentation experience. In an industry often driven by volume and cost, the company has built its reputation on alignment, adaptability, and authenticity.

"Our approach is simple," says Shafiul Hasan, CEO of Vivasoft Limited. "Global demand is shifting fast. Companies today need more than technical skills. They need people who communicate well, adapt quickly, and understand their goals. Bangladesh has reached a point where our engineers can compete globally, and our focus on culture ensures collaboration feels natural."

That focus on culture has become Vivasoft's competitive edge. The company's internal ecosystem emphasizes mentorship, cross-team communication, and a sense of belonging, ensuring engineers stay connected to the bigger picture. This is a notable contrast to the churn-and-replace cycle often seen in conventional outsourcing. As a result, clients experience stability, continuity, and a genuine partnership dynamic.

Chris Withers, CEO of Klikit, echoes that sentiment. "The expertise of the developers working at Vivasoft is truly top-notch. They have a number of gifted individuals who work even better together in teams. This is rare among software agencies that often pair developers who don't fit well together. But at Vivasoft, everyone is closely connected, and they have an amazing culture that resonated with ours."

With the global IT staffing shortage projected to worsen, Gartner predicts a shortfall of more than 85 million tech workers worldwide by 2030. Bangladesh's strategic position could strengthen further. It can deliver not only cost efficiency but also quality, reliability, and cultural compatibility.

As more global firms explore hybrid and remote models, Bangladesh's combination of technical depth and affordability is likely to keep drawing attention. Whether it's ad-tech platforms in Europe, SaaS companies in Australia, or startups in Southeast Asia, a growing number are finding their next software team in Dhaka.

 

TBS / Vivasoft Limited / Corporate