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C++: An Indispensable Talent Pool in the Polish Tech Industry

July 27, 2023

By Sonny Van Assche

Since its first version launched back in the halcyon days of 1985, when Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born in the U.S.A’ was the top-selling album and yours truly was navigating the challenges of elementary school, C++ has maintained an unwavering presence within the global tech industry. However, the programming language’s significant influence on the Polish tech sector is especially striking.

Talent Pool in Poland

For decades, well before the U.S. and U.K. product companies emerged, C++ was already the go-to language for Poland’s software outsourcing giants. As a result, today, the talent pool for C++ developers in Poland is remarkably extensive—a whopping 64,403 professionals in the country list C++ as a skill.

To break this down further, in the past 12 months alone, 9,660 new profiles with C++ skills have been added. Moreover, 10,596 individuals with C++ expertise have shifted jobs within the last year, while 1,808 open roles remain up for grabs. An encouraging figure for those considering a career shift, over 20,000 professionals are actively available for new opportunities.

Demographics and Locations

But the landscape is only partially homogeneous. The demographics reveal a predominantly male-dominated environment with a gender diversity ratio of 86% male to 14% female. The average length of service in the industry stands at 1.4 years, with monthly salary ranges in PLN reflecting the industry’s competitive nature.

While C++ developers are spread nationwide, certain cities have more significant talent pools than others. For instance, Warsaw boasts the largest talent pool, with 16,476 professionals, followed by Krakow (9,880) and Wroclaw (8,158). Other cities like Gdansk, Poznan, and Katowice also showcase substantial C++ talent and are ideal locations for businesses seeking to tap into this talent.

Universities and Companies

The top five universities fuelling this talent supply are the AGH University of Science and Technology, Warsaw University of Technology, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Gdańsk University of Technology, and Poznan University of Technology. Their graduates contribute significantly to the tech sector’s ongoing growth.

Industry-wise, some companies hold larger talent pools than others. Nokia leads the pack with 1,452 professionals (+1% 1y growth), followed by Intel Corporation (916, +6%), Ericsson (604, +5%), Sii Poland (525, +6%), and Aptiv (515, +2%). It’s also worth noting the companies experiencing significant talent pool growth, such as Dell Technologies (+625%), Snowflake (+142%), and Bosch Polska (+86%). Simultaneously, a few companies like Huuuge Games, HCLTech, and IBM have seen a decline in their talent pool in the past year.

Skills and Future Prospects

A closer look at the skillset of C++ developers reveals some interesting trends. Apart from the predominant programming languages like Python (44%), SQL (41%), Java (41%), C (35%), and C# (30%), new-age skills are gaining momentum. Kubernetes (+67%), Microsoft Azure (+63%), Amazon Web Services (+57%), and Artificial Intelligence (+31%) are among the fast-growing skills that C++ developers are acquiring.

Tapping into Poland’s Talent Pool

With its burgeoning talent pool, Poland is a goldmine for businesses seeking skilled C++ professionals. Whether you’re interested in hiring IT developers in Poland or curious about how much C++ developers earn, you’ll find valuable insights in our resources. Moreover, you can explore the benefits of hiring IT contractors in Poland and learn about the different contracts to employ staff in the country. Please contact us if you’re ready to tap into this talent pool or need further information.

Conclusion

As the tech industry evolves and new trends emerge, C++ continues to be a pivotal part of the industry’s progression, particularly in Poland. The future seems promising for the Polish tech sector, and C++ is undoubtedly a part of it.

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