6 Dedicated Engineers for GigaSpaces

Our collaboration with GigaSpaces began in 2021. What started as a single tactical hire a Team Lead, quickly evolved into a multi-member dedicated development team and a long-term strategic partnership.

Before hiring dedicated development team with Newxel, GigaSpaces struggled to find developers with the rare combination of Java and Scala expertise and the right cultural fit, especially under the pressure of remote work and international talent mobility.

GigaSpaces’ goals were clear: they needed to hire highly skilled developers who could contribute immediately while fitting seamlessly into the company culture.

However, several challenges complicated this objective. Finding senior Java and Scala developers proved difficult, as these skill sets were rare and in high demand, making recruitment extremely competitive.

At the same time, every candidate had to align with GigaSpaces’ collaborative and innovative culture, ensuring not just technical capability but also a strong cultural fit. The team also faced the complexities of managing a remote workforce, with geopolitical factors such as the war in Ukraine adding challenges to maintaining continuity and smooth communication.

Finally, the company had to balance speed with quality, meeting urgent project timelines without compromising on expertise or team cohesion.

To address GigaSpaces’ hiring challenges, Newxel first conducted a thorough analysis of talent pools, identifying candidates who not only met the technical requirements but could also thrive within GigaSpaces’ collaborative and innovative culture.

Fast delivery was prioritized, and within months, the company welcomed their first hire—a team lead who quickly advanced to the role of architect within two years. From there, the team was scaled step by step, eventually growing to eight developers while consistently maintaining high technical standards and strong cultural alignment.

Leadership continuity was reinforced through ongoing mentorship and management support, ensuring the team remained motivated, productive, and cohesive despite the challenges of remote work and geopolitical instability.

Step 1. Analytics and candidate search
We identified talent pools capable of both meeting technical requirements and thriving in GigaSpaces’ collaborative environment.

Step 2. Fast delivery
Within months, after previous challenges with other vendors, GigaSpaces welcomed their first hire, a team lead who quickly progressed to architect within two years.

Step 3. Step-by-step scaling
The team grew to 8 developers, maintaining high-quality technical skills and strong cultural alignment.

Step 4. Leadership support
We ensured leadership continuity through mentorship and management support, keeping the dedicated development team motivated and productive despite remote work challenges.

Newxel provided end-to-end support to GigaSpaces, beginning with in-depth market research and country analysis to identify the most suitable talent pools. They managed the entire team hiring and contracting process, ensuring the right candidates were selected for both technical expertise and cultural fit.

Newxel also facilitated onboarding, adaptation, and people management, while maintaining the workplace and providing IT support. Legal and financial services, along with benefits and facilities management, were handled seamlessly, allowing GigaSpaces to focus on core business goals.

The outcome was a fully integrated nine-person development team with rare Java and Scala skills. Leadership progression was achieved rapidly, with the Team Lead advancing to Architect in under two years. Despite geopolitical challenges, the team operated smoothly in a remote setting with high retention.

By managing all operational aspects, Newxel enabled GigaSpaces to concentrate on innovation and platform growth while ensuring stability and productivity across their offshore development team.

• 9 hires across remote locations
• Leadership progression within the team
• High retention and productivity under challenging conditions
• Full operational coverage: workspace, IT, HR, legal, and compliance
• Strategic partner for scaling future development teams

The journey with GigaSpaces continues. Newxel remains a strategic partner, supporting the company in expanding development capabilities, managing high-performing teams, and future-proofing its technology investments globally.