EnBW is one of Germany’s largest energy companies, providing energy and infrastructure services to millions of customers across Europe.
As part of its ongoing digital transformation strategy, EnBW continues to invest in customer-facing platforms, digital services and modern technology ecosystems that support both operational efficiency and customer experience.
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.NET Core, Vue.js, React, Azure.
Dedicated Teams
As multiple digital initiatives progressed simultaneously, EnBW required additional engineering capacity to support the development and evolution of key digital platforms.
The organisation needed access to specialised software engineering expertise capable of integrating quickly into existing teams while maintaining delivery quality and continuity.
Nearshore Portugal partnered with EnBW to provide a dedicated engineering team supporting several strategic digital initiatives.
The team was built around specialised expertise in technologies including .NET Core, React, Vue.js and Microsoft Azure, operating as an extension of EnBW’s internal organisation rather than as an external supplier.
By managing recruitment, onboarding and ongoing team coordination, Nearshore Portugal enabled EnBW to rapidly expand delivery capacity while maintaining alignment with existing development processes and business objectives.
The partnership began with the creation of a dedicated engineering team designed to support EnBW’s growing digital transformation initiatives.
The focus was on identifying professionals with expertise across technologies including .NET Core, React, Vue.js and Microsoft Azure, capable of integrating quickly into existing delivery environments and contributing to business-critical platforms.
As the collaboration evolved, the engineering team became increasingly embedded within EnBW’s delivery organisation.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, product owners and development teams, the engineers gained a deep understanding of the organisation’s platforms, technical landscape and delivery objectives.
This integration enabled effective collaboration, knowledge sharing and long-term continuity across multiple strategic initiatives.
Over time, the partnership developed into a long-term collaboration supporting several key digital platforms across the organisation.
By maintaining a stable team structure and providing access to specialised engineering expertise, Nearshore Portugal helped EnBW strengthen delivery capacity, retain knowledge and support the ongoing evolution of customer-facing services and internal technology platforms.
The success of the partnership has been supported by several factors:
Several factors contributed to the success of the collaboration:
Nearshore Portugal invested time in understanding EnBW’s delivery environment, technical needs and organisational structure, enabling the identification of highly relevant engineering profiles.
The recruitment process prioritised both technical expertise and cultural fit, ensuring engineers could contribute effectively from the beginning of the engagement.
The engineers operated as an extension of EnBW’s internal teams, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing and delivery consistency.
The relationship evolved beyond a traditional supplier model, creating a collaborative partnership focused on supporting EnBW’s broader digital transformation goals.
“As the Head of Digital at EnBW, I have worked closely with Nearshore Portugal to recruit and manage teams of developers from Lisbon. Their professionalism, efficiency and responsiveness have consistently impressed us. Nearshore Portugal’s ability to accurately identify our needs, screen numerous profiles and propose the best candidates has resulted in a high turnover rate of 50% from proposed to hired profiles. This speaks volumes about their understanding of our requirements and their commitment to quality.
Moreover, when challenges have arisen, Nearshore Portugal has acted swiftly and effectively, ensuring business continuity and fair treatment of employees. Their problem-solving approach and dedication to client satisfaction are truly impressive.”
Whether you need to expand an existing team, accelerate digital initiatives or access specialised technical expertise, Nearshore Portugal helps organisations build high-performing engineering teams that integrate seamlessly into existing operations. s
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Global Blue is a leading provider of Tax Free Shopping, Payments and Post-Purchase solutions, helping retailers, brands and travellers across the world create seamless shopping experiences.
As the organisation continued to expand its global operations and technology footprint, the need for additional engineering capacity became increasingly important to support product innovation, operational excellence and long-term growth.
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Infrastucture & Support Engineering
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As demand for Global Blue’s services increased, so did the complexity of its technology landscape.
The organisation needed to strengthen both its software development and application support capabilities while maintaining the high standards expected by customers and partners worldwide.
Beyond simply adding resources, Global Blue was looking for a long-term solution that would allow teams to integrate seamlessly into existing operations, scale alongside business needs and support future organisational objectives.
To support these objectives, Global Blue partnered with Nearshore Portugal through a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model.
The goal was not simply to augment capacity, but to establish dedicated engineering teams capable of operating as a natural extension of Global Blue’s organisation while creating a clear path towards long-term ownership.
Nearshore Portugal assumed responsibility for talent acquisition, onboarding, operational management and team development, allowing Global Blue to focus on delivery, innovation and business growth.
Over time, the teams became fully integrated into Global Blue’s operational and technical environment, supporting both software development and application support initiatives.
Nearshore Portugal worked closely with Global Blue to define team structures, required competencies and delivery processes.
A dedicated recruitment strategy was implemented to identify highly qualified professionals for software development and application support roles. Onboarding processes were designed to ensure alignment with Global Blue’s technical standards, business objectives and ways of working.
As the partnership evolved, dedicated teams were established and integrated into Global Blue’s delivery organisation.
Working through Agile methodologies and closely aligned with internal stakeholders, the teams contributed to ongoing development initiatives while ensuring operational stability across critical systems and services.
Throughout this phase, Nearshore Portugal provided ongoing talent management, operational support and coordination, helping maintain team continuity and delivery performance.
As Global Blue’s internal capabilities matured, a structured transition plan was implemented for the Application Support Engineering team. The process included knowledge transfer activities, leadership handovers and operational transition planning designed to ensure business continuity and a seamless transfer of responsibilities. The transition was completed successfully, demonstrating the effectiveness of the BOT model and the strength of the partnership built over several years.
Through the partnership, Global Blue successfully expanded its engineering capabilities while maintaining operational continuity and supporting ongoing business growth.
More importantly, the partnership provided a sustainable model for long-term growth, combining immediate access to talent with a structured path towards future ownership.
Several factors contributed to the success of the collaboration:
The focus extended beyond staffing requirements to creating a sustainable engineering capability aligned with Global Blue’s long-term objectives.
Teams were integrated into Global Blue’s environment from the beginning, allowing them to operate as a seamless extension of existing delivery organizations.
The Build-Operate-Transfer approach provided the flexibility to scale teams efficiently while preserving future strategic options.
A rigorous recruitment and onboarding process ensured that engineering professionals possessed both the technical expertise and collaborative mindset required for long-term success.
“We have partnered with Nearshore Portugal to expand our existing teams and build new ones, all focused on delivering Global Blue’s Tax Free Solutions worldwide.
Over the years, Nearshore Portugal has assisted us in engaging numerous highly skilled IT professionals to meet our rapidly growing demand.
Our experience with them in all aspects of talent management has been seamless.“
Whether you need to expand an existing team, build a dedicated delivery capability or establish a long-term nearshore operation, Nearshore Portugal helps organisations access specialised engineering talent across Software Development, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering and Enterprise Systems.
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Infinitas Learning is a European education technology organisation.
To support the continued development of its digital platforms and strengthen internal engineering capabilities, the company partnered with Nearshore Portugal to access specialised technical expertise and additional development capacity.
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Dedicated Teams
As digital learning platforms continued to evolve, Infinitas Learning required additional engineering capacity to support ongoing product development and technology initiatives.
The organisation needed experienced software professionals who could quickly integrate into existing teams, contribute to active projects and provide the specialised expertise required to support a growing technology landscape.
At the same time, maintaining flexibility was essential. As business priorities and technology requirements evolved, Infinitas Learning needed a scalable delivery model capable of adapting to changing needs while ensuring continuity across development activities.
Nearshore Portugal supported Infinitas Learning with a dedicated nearshore engineering team, providing specialised expertise in .NET and React technologies.
Engineers were selected to match the organisation’s technical requirements and worked as an extension of the existing development teams, following established processes, tools and delivery practices.
The collaboration provided the flexibility to scale and adapt engineering capabilities as priorities evolved, supporting ongoing development initiatives across multiple digital platforms.
Over time, the team became fully integrated into the client’s delivery environment, contributing to long-term product development and supporting key technology initiatives.
The partnership started with the creation of a dedicated engineering team designed to support Infinitas Learning’s ongoing product development and technology initiatives.
The focus was on providing experienced software engineers with expertise in .NET and React who could quickly integrate into existing teams and contribute to active development projects from day one.
Engineers were selected based on the organisation’s technical requirements and onboarded to work alongside internal stakeholders, following established processes, tools and delivery practices.
As the collaboration progressed, the dedicated team became increasingly integrated into Infinitas Learning’s day-to-day development activities.
Working closely with internal teams, the engineers developed a strong understanding of the organisation’s technology environment, development processes and delivery priorities.
This level of integration enabled the team to operate as a consistent extension of the wider engineering organisation while maintaining the flexibility required to support evolving requirements.
Over time, the partnership evolved into a long-term collaboration built around continuity, specialised expertise and scalable delivery capacity.
By maintaining a dedicated team structure, Infinitas Learning benefited from retained knowledge, reduced onboarding effort and ongoing access to experienced software engineering professionals. This approach helped support the continuous development of digital platforms while providing the flexibility to adapt team capabilities as business and technology needs evolved.
“We‘ve been working with Nearshore Portugal now for more than over 5 years.
We highly appreciate both the dedication of their people as well as the flexibility of the management in accommodating our continuously changing requirements.“
Whether you need to strengthen an existing development team, accelerate product development or access specialised engineering expertise, Nearshore Portugal helps organisations build dedicated teams that integrate seamlessly into existing operations.
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RB2 is a Dutch digital development agency specialising in the design, development and delivery of e-commerce solutions for a wide range of clients.
Operating in a highly competitive market where delivery quality, technical expertise and responsiveness are critical, RB2 continuously invests in strengthening its engineering capabilities while maintaining the flexibility required to support multiple client projects simultaneously.
To support these objectives, RB2 partnered with Nearshore Portugal to access highly skilled software engineers capable of integrating seamlessly into existing teams and contributing to the successful delivery of complex e-commerce initiatives.
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Microsoft Stack
B.O.T.
As a digital development agency delivering projects across multiple industries and client environments, RB2 faced the ongoing challenge of scaling development capacity while maintaining consistently high delivery standards.
The organisation required access to experienced software engineers who could quickly become productive within existing teams, contribute to client-facing projects and support evolving delivery requirements.
Beyond technical capabilities, RB2 also needed professionals who could communicate effectively, collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and operate as a natural extension of the organisation.
To support its growth objectives, RB2 partnered with Nearshore Portugal to establish a dedicated nearshore development capability.
The collaboration focused on providing highly qualified software developers who could integrate seamlessly into RB2’s delivery organisation and contribute directly to client-facing projects.
Nearshore Portugal recruited and managed a team of engineers with expertise across the Microsoft technology stack, enabling RB2 to strengthen its delivery capabilities while maintaining the flexibility required to respond to changing project demands.
Over time, the developers became fully embedded within RB2’s teams, working alongside internal stakeholders and contributing to the successful execution of numerous development initiatives.
Nearshore Portugal worked closely with RB2 to understand its technical requirements, project delivery model and organisational culture.
A dedicated recruitment process was implemented to identify experienced software developers with the technical expertise, communication skills and collaborative mindset required to support client-facing e-commerce projects.
The onboarding process focused on ensuring rapid integration into RB2’s development environment, tools and delivery workflows.
As developers joined the organisation, they became fully integrated into RB2’s existing teams and day-to-day operations.
Working alongside internal stakeholders, the engineers contributed to multiple e-commerce projects, supporting development activities while maintaining alignment with client expectations, delivery objectives and quality standards.
Throughout this phase, Nearshore Portugal provided ongoing talent management and operational support, helping ensure team continuity and consistent delivery performance.
As the collaboration evolved, the team became an established part of RB2’s delivery organisation.
The developers continued supporting a variety of client projects while contributing specialised technical expertise, delivery capacity and long-term continuity. Their deep understanding of RB2’s processes, technologies and delivery requirements helped reduce onboarding effort and support efficient project execution.
Over time, the relationship developed into a trusted long-term partnership built on technical excellence, cultural alignment and shared delivery objectives.
Through its partnership with Nearshore Portugal, RB2 strengthened its development capabilities and expanded its ability to deliver complex e-commerce projects for its clients.
According to RB2, the developers provided by Nearshore Portugal played a crucial role in the successful delivery of numerous complex e-commerce projects and consistently exceeded expectations through their technical expertise, reliability and commitment to delivery.
Several factors contributed to the success of the collaboration:
The developers consistently demonstrated strong technical expertise and the ability to contribute effectively to demanding software development projects.
The engineers integrated naturally into existing teams, adapting quickly to RB2’s culture, processes and ways of working.
Strong English proficiency and effective communication facilitated seamless collaboration between developers, internal stakeholders and client-facing teams.
RB2 benefited from access to highly skilled engineering talent while maintaining a cost-effective and scalable delivery model.
Over time, the collaboration evolved beyond traditional outsourcing, with the development team becoming a trusted extension of RB2’s organisation.
“What truly sets Nearshore Portugal apart is their unique combination of top-tier talent and competitive pricing. They understand the importance of both quality and value, making them an ideal partner for businesses seeking to enhance their development capabilities without compromising on expertise.
The developers from Nearshore Portugal have played a crucial role in the successful delivery of numerous complex e-commerce projects for our clients. Their dedication, technical prowess and ability to tackle challenging tasks have consistently exceeded our expectations.”
Whether you need to strengthen your delivery organisation, support client projects or access specialised software development expertise, Nearshore Portugal helps organisations build dedicated engineering teams that integrate seamlessly into existing operations.
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OTRS is a Germany-based software company specialising in service management solutions.
Its platform supports organisations in managing service operations, customer support and internal workflows, serving clients across multiple industries.
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Perl, Linux & Vue.js
Dedicated Team
As a software product company operating in a highly competitive market, OTRS required additional engineering capacity to support the ongoing evolution of its service management platform.
The organisation needed access to experienced software engineering professionals who could quickly integrate into existing teams and contribute to long-term product development initiatives.
Nearshore Portugal supported OTRS with a dedicated nearshore engineering team, providing specialised expertise in software development technologies including Perl, Linux and Vue.js.
Engineers were selected to match the client’s technical requirements and worked as an extension of the existing development organisation, following established processes, tools and delivery practices.
Over time, the team became fully integrated into OTRS’s development environment, contributing to ongoing product development and supporting key technical initiatives.
The partnership started with the creation of a dedicated engineering team designed to support OTRS’s long-term product development objectives. The focus was not simply on adding development capacity, but on building a stable team with the technical expertise required to contribute effectively within the existing technology environment.
Engineers were selected based on the skills needed to support the platform and were onboarded to work alongside internal teams, following established development processes and delivery practices.
As the collaboration progressed, the dedicated team became increasingly integrated into OTRS’s day-to-day operations. Working closely with internal stakeholders, the engineers developed a strong understanding of the product, the technology stack and the organisation’s development priorities.
This level of integration enabled the team to contribute not only as external specialists but as a consistent extension of the wider engineering organisation.
Over time, the partnership evolved into a long-term collaboration built around continuity, technical expertise and shared delivery objectives.
By maintaining a dedicated team structure, OTRS benefited from retained knowledge, reduced onboarding effort and ongoing access to specialised engineering capabilities. This approach helped ensure continuity across development initiatives while providing the flexibility required to support changing business and product requirements.
“The cooperation between Nearshore Portugal and OTRS has always been exceptional. Nearshore has consistently provided top-notch resources for software development and IT service, demonstrating a high level of expertise and professionalism.
Working with Nearshore Portugal has been a truly positive experience, as their team has shown dedication, efficiency and a deep understanding of our needs. We are grateful for the partnership and look forward to continued collaboration.“
Whether you need to expand an existing product team, access specialised technical expertise or establish a long-term nearshore engineering capability, Nearshore Portugal helps organisations build dedicated teams that integrate seamlessly into existing operations.
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müller x net is one of Germany’s largest media groups, operating across publishing, broadcasting, digital products and B2B services.
With a diverse portfolio of businesses and digital platforms, the organisation serves thousands of customers while continuously investing in technology, innovation and digital growth initiatives.
As the number of technology projects expanded across the organisation, müller x net required a scalable delivery model capable of providing long-term engineering capacity, specialised expertise and operational continuity across multiple initiatives.
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Ruby on Rails, Java, UX/UI, React, PHP
Dedicated Teams
As digital initiatives continued to grow, müller x net faced increasing demand for software engineering resources across several business areas and technology projects.
The organisation needed a reliable partner capable of providing highly qualified professionals who could integrate into existing teams, contribute from day one and support long-term delivery objectives.
To support its long-term growth objectives, müller x net partnered with Nearshore Portugal to establish a dedicated nearshore engineering capability.
Rather than addressing individual resource needs on a project-by-project basis, the collaboration focused on creating a stable and scalable delivery model capable of supporting multiple technology initiatives across the organisation.
Nearshore Portugal built and managed a multidisciplinary team of professionals covering software development and user experience disciplines, including expertise in:
Working as an integrated extension of müller x net’s internal teams, the engineers contributed across a variety of digital products and technology initiatives while maintaining close alignment with internal stakeholders and delivery processes.
Over time, the collaboration evolved into a long-term Nearshore Hub model providing müller x net with consistent access to specialised engineering expertise.
The dedicated team structure enabled the organisation to maintain continuity, retain knowledge and scale delivery capacity as business priorities evolved.
By combining technical expertise with long-term team stability, müller x net gained access to a flexible engineering capability that could support changing requirements without the disruption associated with repeated recruitment cycles or frequent team changes.
Long-term collaboration built on trust, continuity and consistent delivery.
Expertise spanning Ruby on Rails, Java, React, PHP and UI/UX.
Low team turnover supporting knowledge retention and operational continuity.
Flexible capacity aligned with changing business and technology priorities.
Several factors contributed to the success of the collaboration:
The partnership has been built on a long-term relationship, creating continuity, trust and a strong understanding of müller x net’s business and delivery environment.
The team combines expertise across software development and user experience disciplines, providing flexibility to support a wide range of technology initiatives.
Consistent team structures have enabled knowledge retention and reduced onboarding effort, supporting efficient long-term delivery.
The engineers operate as a natural extension of müller x net’s internal organisation, enabling effective collaboration and alignment with business objectives.
The partnership continues to provide müller x net with a reliable source of engineering expertise while supporting long-term technology and business objectives.
“We have partnered with Nearshore Portugal for almost six years and are extremely satisfied with their services. The provided teammates have been consistently stable and highly qualified, delivering excellent results. The positive atmosphere they create fosters collaboration and innovation.
Their considerate and efficient handling of our projects and needs has been exemplary. We highly recommend Nearshore Portugal as a top-tier near shoring partner.“
Whether you need to expand an existing development team, access specialised technical expertise or support multiple digital initiatives simultaneously, Nearshore Portugal helps organisations build dedicated engineering teams that integrate seamlessly into existing operations.
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