# SternIT Fortem

> Elite tech talent solutions based in Riga, Latvia. Pre-vetted senior developers matched to your needs in 2 weeks. We also provide virtual development teams, managed IT services, and AI consulting. Serving companies across Europe, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

SternIT Fortem eliminates the risk of bad tech hires. Our rigorous 6-stage vetting process ensures every developer in our network meets the highest standards for technical skill, communication, and cultural fit. "Fortem" is Latin for strength; "Stern" is German for star — star-quality IT, delivered with strength.

## Core Services

- [Sternit Talent](https://sternitfortem.com/talent): Pre-vetted senior developer placement. 6-stage technical vetting, 2-week candidate matching, risk-free trial period, and free replacement guarantee. Talent pools across LatAm, Sri Lanka, and Ukraine.
- [Virtual Teams](https://sternitfortem.com/virtual-teams): Fully managed development teams that integrate with your workflow. Dedicated teams (2-8 devs), project-based delivery, or staff augmentation. Scale up in weeks, save 40-60% vs local hiring.
- [Managed IT Services](https://sternitfortem.com/managed-services): End-to-end IT operations with 24/7 monitoring, cloud management (AWS/Azure/GCP), security operations, and help desk support. 99.9% uptime SLA, <15 min response time.
- [AI Consulting](https://sternitfortem.com/ai-consulting): Strategic AI implementation — AI strategy & roadmap, custom ML solutions, process automation, and LLM integration. From discovery to production deployment.

## Key Facts

- 2-week average time to first candidate matches
- 500+ elite developers in vetted network
- 98% client retention rate
- 15+ years combined experience
- Risk-free trial with every placement
- Transparent pricing — no hidden fees, no percentage-based placement commissions
- Tech stacks: React, Vue, Angular, Node.js, Python, Go, Java, .NET, AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, AI/ML

## Company

- [About](https://sternitfortem.com/about): Our mission, values, and story
- [Compare](https://sternitfortem.com/compare): SternIT vs traditional staffing agencies — side-by-side comparison
- [Case Studies](https://sternitfortem.com/case-studies): Client success stories
- [FAQ](https://sternitfortem.com/faq): Frequently asked questions
- [Contact](https://sternitfortem.com/contact): Start a free assessment — sales@sternitfortem.com, +371-2243-6891

## For Developers

- [Join Our Network](https://sternitfortem.com/join): Apply to join the SternIT talent network. 5+ years experience required, engineer-led vetting, fair rates, quality clients.

## Optional

- [llms-full.txt](https://sternitfortem.com/llms-full.txt): Detailed version of this file with full service descriptions, processes, and comparison data.