CASE STUDY / WASTEPLACE - WASTE MANAGEMENT
How WastePlace Accelerated Product Growth and Cut Hiring Time by 81%
With a clear market need and ambitious goals, WastePlace turned to BetterEngineer to build a high-performing, culturally aligned engineering team. The result? A durable tech partnership that enabled rapid product development, long-term scalability, and an 81% reduction in costs.
The Summary Transforming an MVP into a Future-Ready Platform
WastePlace, a fast-growing B2B waste & recycling platform, set out to transform the traditionally offline industry with technology. But scaling required more than technical vision; it demanded access to proven engineers who could ramp fast, own code quality, and help launch revenue-driving features. Partnering with BetterEngineer gave them curated engineering resources, seamless team integration, and measurable results.
78%
Increase in new accounts after the first software launch
81%
Reduction in operating expenses year-over-year
100%
Return on investment annually
The Challenge Breaking Through Industry Complexity with Better Talent
WastePlace, a fast-growing B2B waste & recycling platform, set out to transform the traditionally offline industry with technology. But scaling required more than technical vision; it demanded access to proven engineers who could ramp fast, own code quality, and help launch revenue-driving features. Partnering with BetterEngineer gave them curated engineering resources, seamless team integration, and measurable results.
They needed to:
- Build a full-featured platform to deliver price transparency and meet complex customer demands
- Assemble a reliable, distributed team, including backend and frontend engineers, QA specialists, and experienced engineering leaders
- Source talent capable of seamless collaboration with the Austin-based HQ and across time zones
ABOUT WASTEPLACE
WastePlace simplifies how businesses book waste and recycling services, delivering clarity and competition to a fragmented market. By connecting companies with vetted haulers through a transparent bidding platform, it helps reduce costs, improve service quality, and support sustainability goals.
SERVICE MODEL
Technologies Used
React
Node.JS
AWS
The Solution Hands-On Talent Curation
BetterEngineer became a true extension of the WastePlace team, focused on sustainable growth and deep, long-term partnership. From day one, our approach prioritized not just technical skills, but enduring team fit.
Our Approach
- Sourced carefully from our trusted LATAM network and referral partners
- Conducted comprehensive technical and cultural interviews for each candidate
- Empowered WastePlace leadership with the final hiring decision
- Provided flexible models (contract-to-hire and direct placements) to meet growing needs
This hands-on, rigorous approach ensured long-term alignment and team continuity. Many engineers transitioned into full-time roles, helping WastePlace sustain momentum and retain critical knowledge as they grew.
"The whole WastePlace development team is made up of Better Engineers. We couldn't have gotten this far, this quickly, and within this budget without them."
ROLES HIRED
- FULL STACK ENGINEER
- QA ENGINEER
- PRODUCT MANAGER
- UX/UI DESIGNER
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Frictionless Hiring
Skip the hassle, let us handle sourcing, vetting, and onboarding so you can focus on building.
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Vetted Engineers
Gain access to top talent, each thoroughly screened for technical skills and team fit.
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Flexible, On-Demand Scaling
Easily add the right engineers as your needs evolve, no long-term commitments required.
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Seamless Collaboration
Engineers integrated into your workflows and culture, delivering impact from day one.
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Long-Term Partnership
Our engineers are committed to your success, with an average tenure exceeding one year. Expect ongoing support and guidance as we grow together.
Our Process: What to Expect.
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Connect and Consult
Discuss your project needs and ideal candidate profile with our team.
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Access Top-Tier Talent
Receive qualified candidates from our pre-vetted network within 72 hours.
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Review, Interview, and Hire
Easily manage and review candidates through our user-friendly platform.
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Get Continuous Support
Get continuous guidance and support to ensure smooth integration and long-term success.
