Everything you need to know about hiring Ukrainian developers - from salary expectations and technical skills to legal considerations and best practices.
Ukraine has become one of the world's top destinations for tech talent. Here's why global companies choose Ukrainian developers.
Ukraine has one of the largest tech talent pools in Europe, with over 300,000 skilled developers.
Ukrainian developers consistently rank among top performers in global coding competitions and assessments.
Competitive rates compared to Western Europe and US, without compromising on quality.
UTC+2/+3 enables real-time collaboration with both European and US East Coast teams.
Most Ukrainian developers have intermediate to advanced English skills.
Ukrainian teams work with Fortune 500 companies, leading startups, and tech giants.
Monthly salary ranges for full-time developers (gross, USD)
| Role | Ukraine | US (for comparison) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Developer | $1,200 - $2,000 | $4,500 - $6,500 |
| Middle Developer | $2,500 - $4,000 | $7,500 - $10,000 |
| Senior Developer | $4,000 - $6,500 | $11,000 - $15,000 |
| Tech Lead | $5,500 - $8,000 | $13,000 - $18,000 |
| DevOps Engineer | $3,500 - $6,000 | $10,000 - $14,000 |
| QA Engineer | $1,500 - $3,500 | $5,000 - $8,000 |
* Rates vary by specific skills, company size, and engagement type. Contact us for current market rates.
Ukrainian developers excel across the full spectrum of modern technologies
A proven process for successful remote hiring
Outline technical skills, experience level, team fit, and project scope.
Direct hire, dedicated team, or staff augmentation - each has pros and cons.
Use recruitment agencies, job boards, or direct outreach to find talent.
Coding tests, technical interviews, and architecture discussions.
Evaluate communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
Competitive offer, clear expectations, and structured onboarding.
Despite ongoing challenges, Ukrainian IT sector has demonstrated remarkable resilience. Most companies have:
Engage developers as individual contractors (FOP status in Ukraine).
Partner with agencies like MindHunt who handle contracts and payments.
Use Employer of Record for full employment compliance.
Establish your own Ukrainian subsidiary for long-term presence.
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