The Polish IT sector demonstrates stability amid constantly changing business conditions. Economic growth and a dynamic rebound in investments allow for cautious optimism when looking ahead to 2026. A positive factor is also the flexibility of organisations and specialists who strive to keep pace with evolving technologies. On the other hand, a sense of uncertainty persists in the market, influencing candidates’ career decisions.
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of IT organisations plan to recruit in 2026
of IT sector employers plan salary increases
of IT specialists will consider a job change in 2026
The IT sector in Poland is experiencing rapid growth, with artificial intelligence revolutionising how technology is utilised both personally and professionally. Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, companies and IT experts are adapting flexibly to new market realities. The strong demand for specialised IT skills keeps recruitment and B2B cooperation at consistently high levels.
As many as 75% of organisations state they are focusing on AI and machine learning expertise during recruitment processes. It is no surprise that IT contractors specialising in these areas receive the most attractive job offers and are seeing the fastest rate of pay increases.
Arkadiusz Wargin CEE Executive Director - IT & Engineering Contracting w Hays
Specialisation areas covered in our report
- Architecture
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cybersecurity
- Data Analysis
- Infrastructure
- Planning and Management
- SAP
- Software Development
- Testing
What rates are expected by IT Contractors?
Discover rates for over 100 contract tech positions in Poland. The data contains the minimum, maximum and optimal net hourly rates expected under B2B cooperation. We supplemented this information with survey results and insights from our experts in the labour market.