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Gdansk’s Tech Talent Pool in 2023

September 6, 2023

By Sonny Van Assche

Gdansk’s Tech Talent Pool: Poland’s Emerging IT Hub on the Baltic Sea

As Poland’s main seaport and part of the historical Tri-City region, Gdansk is building a reputation as an up-and-coming alternative to Warsaw and Krakow for tech talent. With over 10,000 software professionals and strengths in key skills, Gdansk warrants consideration for engineering teams.

We analysed Gdansk’s talent pool across 42 roles related to software engineering.

10,000+ Engineers Offer Depth Across Roles

Gdansk has over 10,000 professionals working in diverse software engineering roles like:

  • Frontend Developers
  • Backend Engineers
  • DevOps Experts
  • Data Scientists
  • QA Testers
  • Product Managers

This workforce provides strong capabilities, especially in digital skills like JavaScript, Python, and React.

New Talent Flowing In from Belarus and Ukraine

Gdansk attracts immigrant tech talent from Eastern neighbors:

Talent Inflows:

  • Belarus: +156
  • Other Polish provinces: +86
  • Ukraine: +65
  • Georgia: +18

Integrating international talent strengthens Gdansk companies while providing immigrants new opportunities.

C#, Java, JavaScript in High Demand

The most in-demand tech skills in Gdansk are:

  1. JavaScript
  2. Java
  3. Python
  4. C#
  5. C++

However, emerging skills like CI/CD, Kubernetes, and AWS are seeing rapid growth, suggesting new initiatives.

Intel and EPAM Systems Anchor Tech Sector

Major multinational tech firms with presences in Gdansk include:

  • Intel Corporation
  • EPAM Systems
  • Sii Poland
  • Dynatrace
  • Lufthansa Systems

These companies attract and develop local engineering talent.

University of Gdansk Anchors Talent Pipeline

Top universities feeding Gdansk’s talent pool are:

  • Gdańsk University of Technology
  • University of Gdansk
  • Polish-Japanese Academy of IT

Closer partnerships between employers and these programs can enrich junior talent pipelines.

Key Takeaways

  • Gdansk has over 10,000 skilled software professionals, providing strong capabilities around digital skills.
  • Belarus and Ukraine are key sources for international talent flows into Gdansk.
  • Multinationals like Intel and EPAM anchor Gdansk’s tech ecosystem and workforce development.
  • While smaller than Warsaw or Krakow, Gdansk offers a compelling tech hub for employers seeking talent or an alternative Polish location.

For companies looking to tap into Poland’s deep talent pool, Gdansk is an emerging location to consider alongside major hubs like Warsaw and Krakow. With leading universities and growing immigration, Gdansk’s tech workforce is positioned for expansion. Companies establishing presence now can build strategic advantage.

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NTIATIVE is a recruitment agency for Software Development, Data Engineering and Infrastructure roles. We find tech talent in Gdansk, Warsaw, Krakow and all other major cities in Poland.

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