AI agents we've already shipped ourselves. Engineers with a 30-day fit guarantee. No placement fees, no lock-in. We only win when you do.
Every agent we offer, we've shipped and run in our own business first. You're not buying a demo — you're buying something we know works in production, because we've been running it ourselves.
For engineering placements: you pay only for the hours your engineer works. No upfront cost, no success fee, no markups hidden in the rate. AI agent pricing is scoped per engagement — no surprises.
We respond to every inquiry within 48 hours. Offshore placements complete in 5 business days; onshore in 7–10. Our network is pre-vetted — we're not starting from scratch when you call.
If an engineer isn't the right fit — technically or culturally — within the first 30 days, we replace them at no cost. No questions, no friction.
30-day notice to terminate. No cancellation penalties. Engagement models that flex as your needs change — not 12-month commitments that trap you.
AI agents, engineering placements, or both — one contract and one invoice. No managing multiple vendor agreements or keeping track of who does what.
We send 2–3 pre-vetted candidates with assessments, code samples, and communication scores. You're choosing between finalists, not screening a pile of resumes.
One person throughout the entire engagement — whether you're getting an agent built or a team placed. No handoffs, no support queues, no runaround.
| Feature | HarborTechAI | Toptal | Freelance Platforms | US Direct Hire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placement fee | None | None | None | 15–25% of salary |
| Time to placement | 5 days | 1–2 weeks | Days–weeks | 4–12 weeks |
| Fit guarantee | 30 days | Trial period | — | — |
| Contract length | Month-to-month | Flexible | Per project | Permanent |
| Offshore option | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Onshore option | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| IP protection | Day one | ✓ | DIY | ✓ |
| AI agent builds | ✓ Production-proven | — | — | — |
| Dedicated contact | ✓ | ✓ | — | Varies |
Not marketing copy — actual policies written into every engagement.
IP assignment and NDA signed before day one — your code, your agents, and your business logic are protected from the moment we start.
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees — the rate you see or the scope you agree to is the price you pay. No markups, no surprises on your invoice.
A dedicated point of contact throughout the entire engagement — one person who knows your team, your requirements, and your standards.
Honest fit assessment — if we don't think we can help, we'll say so. We sometimes decline engagements rather than underdeliver and disappoint.
No commitment. Tell us what you need and we'll respond within 48 hours with a clear next step.
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