PlanIT Geo Inc. – IT recruitment of 3 full stack developers for an American Greentech company

Elen Muradian

Last updated on October 27, 2025 | 13 min read

PlanIT Geo, a Colorado-based GreenTech company, needed senior full stack developers to support its expanding environmental software products used by cities and organizations worldwide. DevsData LLC stepped in to recruit three senior engineers, each selected for their ability to contribute to long-term, complex geospatial projects. The hires now play a key role in advancing the company’s GreenTech mission across the US, UK, and Europe.

Client Profile

PlanIT Geo is a GreenTech company specializing in urban forestry and geospatial mapping solutions. Headquartered in Colorado, the company provides software and consulting services that help cities and environmental organizations manage green infrastructure across the US, UK, and Europe. Their cloud-based platform supports urban planning and sustainability reporting through intuitive, map-driven tools.

PlanIT Geo blends environmental science with modern software development to address urban sustainability challenges through data-driven insights. The company employs around 50 specialists and reports an annual revenue of approximately USD 5 million, reflecting its established position in the growing GreenTech sector.

Highlights:

• GreenTech company focused on geospatial software for urban forestry and green infrastructure
• Active across the US, UK, and Europe with both public and private-sector clients
• Combines environmental expertise with custom-built GIS and cloud technologies to support climate-focused urban planning

Challenge: Niche Requirements and Global Sourcing Constraints

PlanIT Geo was looking for senior full stack developers with a very specific mix of skills: Strong experience in both frontend and backend development, prior exposure to GIS or map-based platforms, and the ability to work autonomously within a remote, distributed team. Just as important was a deep understanding of environmental or civic tech contexts, particularly ESG-focused applications where software directly supports sustainability, urban planning, and ecological impact assessments. In these fields, precision, accountability, and long-term maintainability are critical, as the solutions often influence public policy, environmental stewardship, and community well-being. This blend of technical proficiency and domain sensitivity significantly narrowed the available talent pool.

In addition to skill fit, there were geographic and logistical considerations. While the company is based in Colorado, it operates across multiple time zones and needed candidates from regions with compatible working hours. The team wanted to expand internationally but maintain fluid collaboration between Europe, the US, and Latin America. Many otherwise qualified developers were ruled out due to time zone overlap, language barriers, or lack of experience working with small, mission-focused teams.

Finding candidates who combined full stack expertise with GIS experience, cultural alignment, and time zone compatibility significantly narrowed the talent pool and raised the hiring bar.

Finally, the recruitment process itself had to reflect the company’s deliberate, quality-first approach. PlanIT Geo turned to DevsData LLC due to their detailed technical interviews, cultural fit screening, and a strong emphasis on past project quality.

Complicating matters further was the urgency of the search: The company needed all three roles filled within a six-week window to avoid delays in ongoing product sprints and client deliverables. What made this particularly challenging was the need to balance speed with accuracy, moving quickly without lowering the bar on ESG-related expertise or long-term technical fit. For PlanIT Geo, a rushed hire would have risked compromising both product quality and the company’s broader mission of supporting sustainable urban and environmental projects.

Goals

PlanIT Geo’s primary goal was to hire three senior full stack developers with a strong command of both frontend and backend technologies, specifically individuals who could contribute meaningfully to the company’s geospatial mapping platform. The ideal candidates needed not only technical excellence but also experience working remotely across time zones, an interest in environmental technologies, and the communication skills to function in a small team.

Beyond core technical qualifications, cultural alignment and long-term collaboration potential were central to the hiring strategy. The company sought individuals who could work independently, handle shifting priorities, and stay engaged in product development cycles often driven by public-sector timelines. The goal was to fill the roles without compromising on these non-negotiables. DevsData LLC was brought in to lead the recruitment end-to-end: Sourcing, technical evaluation, candidate briefing, and final shortlisting.

Required Tech Stack

To ensure that new hires could contribute from day one, PlanIT Geo defined a clear tech stack for the roles:

Together, these technologies formed a modern and scalable foundation capable of supporting PlanIT Geo’s sophisticated mapping products. The emphasis on React and TypeScript ensured high-quality, maintainable frontend interfaces, while Node.js and Nest.js powered resilient backend services. PostgreSQL provided reliable geospatial data handling, complemented by AWS and Docker for cloud scalability and efficient deployment. Finally, the integration of Leaflet and Mapbox directly tied the stack to GIS and ESG-driven applications, reinforcing the company’s goal of delivering impactful environmental and civic technology solutions.

Our Approach

We assigned a dedicated cross-regional recruitment team to the project, composed of technical sourcers and recruiters familiar with international hiring and cultural nuance. Drawing from previous experience recruiting in Eastern Europe for a modern Lithuanian FinTech bank, we reactivated existing sourcing pipelines in Romania, Poland, and the Baltics – regions known for strong engineering talent and timezone compatibility with US-based teams.

Our internal database of pre-vetted candidates played a crucial role in expediting the first phase. We launched outreach campaigns across multiple channels, including LinkedIn, GitHub, and Stack Overflow, combining automated workflows with personalized candidate messaging. Particular emphasis was placed on the mission-driven nature of the company, which proved to be a key attraction for senior engineers looking to shift into more purpose-driven roles.

Simultaneously, we aligned closely with PlanIT Geo’s internal stakeholders to fine-tune the candidate persona. Within the first 48 hours, we had launched sourcing operations across three continents – Europe, LatAm, and North America – while keeping candidate briefings consistent and aligned with the company’s expectations. Our pre-screening criteria included not just technical depth, but also experience in asynchronous teams, exposure to map-based applications, and the ability to self-manage effectively.

Execution and Delivery

To streamline evaluation and ensure a consistent process, DevsData LLC conducted all initial technical screenings and behavioral interviews internally. Candidates participated in 90-minute video interviews covering architecture design, coding ability, communication, and past project ownership. For those progressing beyond this stage, we administered live coding tasks tailored to simulate the kinds of data-heavy, interactive applications central to PlanIT Geo’s platform.

Shortlists were delivered within the first week, with three to four strong candidates presented per role. Thanks to prior experience managing high-precision hiring for mission-critical roles, we were able to proactively identify potential red flags and cultural mismatches early in the process, saving the client significant time and decision fatigue.

Outcome

Within six weeks, DevsData LLC successfully placed three senior full stack developers – two from Romania and one from Latin America – who seamlessly integrated into PlanIT Geo’s globally distributed engineering team. Each hire combined strong technical expertise with proven adaptability in remote-first environments, ensuring immediate contributions to the projects.

Over the course of the project, our recruitment team screened more than 80 candidates, conducted 25 in-depth technical interviews, and shortlisted 12 for client review. Out of those, five progressed to the final round, resulting in three accepted offers – an offer acceptance rate of 100%. The entire process from kickoff to signed contracts was completed in just six weeks, meeting PlanIT Geo’s aggressive timeline.

The professionals recruited for the full stack developer positions brought a blend of modern frontend and backend skills. Their backgrounds included extensive experience with React, Node.js, and TypeScript, along with exposure to frameworks such as Next.js, Nest.js, and Angular. Several had worked on large-scale systems in fintech, edtech, and AI-driven settings, which aligned closely with PlanIT Geo’s need for developers capable of handling complex, data-intensive platforms. Beyond development, they added value with DevOps and cloud knowledge, including AWS services, CI/CD pipeline implementation, containerization, and system monitoring. This combination allowed the new team members not only to code features but also to improve infrastructure and deployment workflows.

In just six weeks, over 80 candidates were screened, five reached the final stage, and three accepted offers – a 100% success rate.

Equally important were the communication and leadership skills they demonstrated. Prior roles in distributed teams equipped them to collaborate across time zones, contribute autonomously, and maintain clarity in cross-functional projects. Their ability to balance technical delivery with proactive communication accelerated the development of client-facing visualization tools and enhanced backend scalability, directly supporting PlanIT Geo’s global user base.

Our structured, end-to-end recruitment process minimized the workload on the internal team while ensuring alignment across technical, cultural, and logistical dimensions. By proactively managing candidate pipelines and quickly filtering out mismatches, we reduced drop-offs and interview fatigue for the client. PlanIT Geo reported improved delivery timelines and greater development consistency on key product initiatives, particularly those tied to client-facing map visualization tools and platform scalability. The hires are now contributing to core modules used by municipalities and environmental organizations across multiple continents.

The collaboration also validated our ability to deliver niche candidates under tight constraints, an outcome made possible by DevsData LLC’s familiarity with high-precision hiring for remote-first teams. The engagement has since evolved into an ongoing partnership, with additional roles currently under discussion.

Highlights:

• Three senior full stack developers hired in under six weeks across two continents
• Reduced client-side workload with full-cycle recruitment handled by DevsData LLC
• Direct impact on platform stability, delivery pace, and cross-team communication

What’s Next?

Following the success of the initial placements, PlanIT Geo plans to grow its product and engineering teams further, with an emphasis on data visualization and user experience enhancements. DevsData LLC remains an active recruitment partner, supporting upcoming searches for frontend specialists, cloud engineers, and potential leadership roles.

Future collaboration will also explore advisory support around scaling remote teams, refining technical interview structures, and aligning hiring processes with evolving product roadmaps. As PlanIT Geo continues to expand its GreenTech footprint globally, the partnership is expected to deepen, serving both immediate staffing needs and longer-term talent strategy.

Need skilled developers who align with your mission and deliver from day one? Partner with DevsData LLC to access top-tier global talent: Precisely matched, thoroughly vetted, and ready to contribute. Get in touch at general@devsdata.com or visit www.devsdata.com.

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As a versatile and accomplished writer with 3+ years of experience in digital media publishing, Elen is skilled in crafting engaging content across various subjects, styles, and media. In her previous experience, Elen worked closely with editorial teams and visual artists to bring content to life. She always seeks opportunities for personal and professional growth and is eager to contribute to the writing field.

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