We simplify the hiring of reliable remote talent
FatCat Remote is a full-service remote hiring platform that combines in-house quality with contractor flexibility. We connect you with vetted professionals, ensuring you find the right fit, every time.
Who are we?
We're a team of engineers, recruiters, and problem-solvers dedicated to connecting companies with exceptional remote talent. With backgrounds in engineering and recruitment, we understand what it takes to hire top-tier IT professionals. Our vision is to transform remote hiring by removing subjectivity from the hiring process and enabling faster, more effective talent matches.
What do we do?
We help agencies, startups, and SMEs easily hire vetted remote talent. Our mission is to make remote hiring simple, safe, and effective for both companies and candidates.
We deliver this through:
AI-powered talent assessment for faster, better matches
Full support for both clients and talent throughout the engagement
Transparent, affordable pricing with no hidden fees
Flexible hiring options: freelance, full-time, short-term or long-term
30-day trial for managed hire
Turnkey talent management: we handle payroll and legal, time tracking, and performance reviews
Our journey: From outsourcing to a global hiring platform
We started in 2018 as FatCat Coders, an outsourcing company founded by Zoran Lazic, with a mission to deliver high-quality software solutions. Shortly after, we expanded by launching FatCat Select, dedicated to IT recruitment. As both software developers and recruiters, we quickly realized how challenging it was for businesses to find reliable talent fast and within budget. Clients often faced lengthy hiring cycles, mismatched candidates, and costly processes that slowed down their growth.
We knew there had to be a better way.
After years of hands-on experience in IT outsourcing and recruitment, we saw the real need wasn’t just about filling seats. It was about connecting businesses with talent who could truly deliver results, no matter where they worked from.
In 2024, we launched FatCat Remote: a smarter way to hire remote talent. What does smarter really mean for our clients? It means making the process simple, safe, and effective:
Simple: You tell us your requirements, and we'll match you with vetted talent, within a few days. We also manage contracts, compliance, payments, and performance tracking, while you stay focused on your business growth.
Safe: We combine advanced AI and human expertise to rigorously vet talent, ensuring they’re skilled, motivated, and ready to work remotely. Plus, our 30-day trial lets you test the fit before a long-term commitment.
Effective:We don’t just fill roles, we find talents who deliver. Our talent integrates smoothly into your workflows, adapts quickly, and helps you move faster without compromising quality.
Our journey is far from over, but every successful match, and every happy client reminds us why we started.
A little about our roots:
While we started in Belgrade, Serbia, we have expanded our reach across the entire Balkan region, including Montenegro, Bosnia, Croatia, and neighboring countries .
The Balkans are known for their strong technical expertise and a growing remote work culture, offering several advantages for hiring IT talent:
Highly skilled and educated workforce: The region places a strong emphasis on STEM education, producing a steady stream of IT professionals with up-to-date technical skills. Balkan universities and specialized academies ensure graduates are well-versed in modern technologies and best practices.
Strong work ethic and autonomy: Balkan professionals are known for their independence, problem-solving mindset, and ability to take ownership of projects. This autonomy is especially valued by international companies seeking team members who require minimal micromanagement.
Cultural compatibility and English proficiency: There is a strong cultural affinity with Western Europe and North America, leading to smoother communication and collaboration. Many IT professionals in the Balkans have high English proficiency and are often multilingual.
Time zone and location advantages: The Balkans’ proximity to Western Europe provides overlapping working hours, making real-time collaboration easier for European and even US companies.
The inspiration behind our name
Our company name is inspired by Zoran's cat, Dunja—a 15-year-old lady, a feline ally of our CEO.
Partly thanks to Dunja, we've crafted a distinctive brand identity that not only sets us apart in the industry but also makes us easily recognized and memorable.
While she may appear grumpy, Dunja is a lovable companion who enjoys cuddling at every opportunity.
We take care of our community
We believe in education and technology's power to shape the future. For this reason, we organized an IT equipment donation campaign to empower students and promote IT education.
In September 2022, we successfully collected 38 computers and monitors for the fourth generation of students interested in computer science at the Gymnasium in Smederevska Palanka. We replaced outdated equipment and provided children with reliable, modern technology. See more at this link.
At the moment, we are collecting technical equipment for a high school in Požarevac. Interested in helping out? Contact us to donate!
Values we stand for
Collaboration: We believe the best results come from working together. We work closely with clients and talent, fostering open communication and teamwork to achieve shared success.
Accountability: We own our responsibilities and deliver on our promises, building trust through consistent and dependable actions.
Transparency: We value honesty and openness in all our interactions. We keep all processes and communications straightforward and honest, ensuring clarity and confidence at every stage.
Together, we’re shaping the future of work
Over the past six years, we’ve placed 200+ vetted remote professionals across 70+ projects for more than 50 clients worldwide. From MVPs to product launches, our talents have helped companies turn vision into delivery.
In the past six years, we’ve placed over 200 vetted remote professionals across 70+ projects for more than 50 clients worldwide. From MVPs to full product launches, our talent has helped companies turn vision into reality.
Our clients include well-known companies such as Calendly, Insightful, Janea Systems, etc. To explore more examples of our work and success stories, please visit our Portfolio.
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