Accelerating Engineering Capacity
for High-Performance Gaming
Helping a leading skill-based gaming platform deliver mission-critical features, scale rapidly, and maintain 24/7 reliability for millions of players worldwide.
50%
Faster Delivery
24/7
Zero Downtime
Global
Team Scale
The Challenge
Scaling Constraints in a High-Volume Market
A leading skill-based gaming and esports platform connecting 100M+ players globally to compete in cash-prize tournaments across web and mobile. With billions of games played to date, the platform has been a trusted destination for real-money competitive play for over 20+ years.
Initiative Delays
3-6 months
Open Positions
15+
Feature Velocity
-40%
Peak Load Risk
High
Key Challenges
| Challenge | Impact |
|---|---|
Talent bottlenecks in Data, AI, Full-Stack, and DevOps | Slowed delivery of high-priority initiatives. |
Limited access to specialized engineers in saturated local markets | Difficulty expanding teams quickly. |
Need for scalable, aligned squads | Risk of misalignment with internal workflows. |
Supporting real-time tournaments and analytics pipelines | High stakes for reliability and uptime. |
Talent Bottlenecks
high priorityLimited access to specialized engineers in Data, AI, Full-Stack, and DevOps slowed delivery of high-priority initiatives.
Saturated Local Markets
high priorityDifficulty finding and hiring specialized engineers in highly competitive local markets led to extended recruitment cycles.
Team Alignment Needs
medium priorityScaling quickly while maintaining alignment with internal workflows and team culture presented significant challenges.
Real-Time System Demands
high prioritySupporting real-time tournaments and analytics pipelines required 24/7 reliability with zero tolerance for downtime.
The Need for Strategic Augmentation Was Clear
With player expectations rising and competition intensifying, the platform needed a comprehensive solution to scale their engineering capacity while maintaining the reliability millions of players depend on.
Our Solution
Scalable, Integrated Engineering Teams
We implemented a tailored engineering augmentation strategy, building expert squads that integrated seamlessly with internal teams, delivered mission-critical features, and maintained high-performance operations.
Specialized Nearshore Teams
We partnered directly to deliver highly vetted talent including Data Scientists, Full-Stack Developers, Mobile Engineers, DBAs, and Data Engineers.
- Dedicated recruiters for tier-1 talent.
- Fast ramp-up aligned with sprint cadence.
- Cross-functional teams embedded in squads.
Modern Tech Stack Support
Comprehensive support for their full product lifecycle, from continuous integration to scalable data operations using modern technologies.
- React, Vercel, Xcode for frontend/mobile.
- MySQL, Apache, HTTP/3 for backend.
- Jenkins & Prometheus for DevOps/Monitoring.
Scalable Team Structures
Flexible squad configurations that adapt to project priorities with knowledge transfer and best-practice integration for long-term sustainability.
- Flexible squads for project priorities.
- Knowledge transfer and best-practice integration.
- Long-term sustainability for internal teams.
Data-Driven Performance Optimization
Real-time analytics pipelines with continuous monitoring and performance engineering, plus proactive system maintenance.
- Real-time analytics pipelines.
- Continuous monitoring and performance engineering.
- Proactive system maintenance.
Live Dashboard
Real-time monitoringCross-Platform Capabilities
React Web
Modern web experiences.
Mobile
iOS & Android (Xcode).
Backend
Apache & HTTP/3.
Data
MySQL & Data Engineering.
DevOps
Jenkins & Prometheus.
Cloud
Vercel Deployment.
Our Integration Approach
Rapid Onboarding
Teams integrated within weeks, aligned with internal workflows for immediate productivity.
Seamless Integration
Teams adopt existing workflows, participate in planning, and follow internal best practices.
Continuous Delivery
Accelerated feature delivery while maintaining quality and reliability standards.
Knowledge Transfer
Ongoing training and documentation ensure long-term sustainability.
Impact: Results
Faster Delivery, Higher Performance, Scalable Teams
0%
Time-to-Hire
Reduction in hiring timelines.
0%
Engineering Throughput
Increase in feature delivery speed.
0%
Analytics Efficiency
Growth in data processing capacity.
0%
Staffing Stability
Retention rate of augmented staff.
Measurable Outcomes
| Result | Outcome |
|---|---|
Reduced time-to-hire for specialized tech roles | Immediate access to vetted Data & AI talent. |
Improved engineering throughput | 50% faster delivery on web & mobile platforms. |
Stronger analytics insights | Dedicated Data Scientists optimizing real-time decisions. |
Long-term staffing stability | Sustained product velocity with consistent teams. |
Real-time tournament reliability | Zero downtime during high-stakes gameplay. |
Accelerated Hiring
3-4wks FasterDrastically reduced time-to-hire for specialized roles like Data Scientists and Mobile Engineers compared to local market cycles.
Engineering Velocity
50% IncreaseIntegrated squads helped cut feature delivery times in half across both web and mobile platforms.
Data Intelligence
2x InsightsDedicated Data Scientists and Engineers unlocked deeper insights from billions of game events.
Stable Operations
95% RetentionLong-term staffing stability enabled consistent product knowledge retention and sustained velocity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our engineering augmentation approach
Teams can be integrated within weeks, aligned with internal workflows to ensure immediate productivity. Our rapid onboarding process includes comprehensive knowledge transfer and system access setup to minimize ramp-up time.
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- Top 1% of LatAm Engineering Talent
- Time-zone Aligned (US Central)
- Full Agile Integration
- Fluent English Speakers
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