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Your product can’t ship without a Senior Software Engineer.Your next hire.Senior Software Engineer.Senior Unreal Engineer.High-load Java Engineer.QA Lead.Strategic Account Executive.
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21 years of experienceTechnical and leadership recruitment since 2005
Engineering + creativeDevelopers, artists, QA and technical sales
Hiring in 17+ countriesDirect search and an international partner network
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The people behind your digital product.
SaaS & DevTools
Product engineering · Technical sales
Web & e-commerce
Frontend · Backend · Integrations
AdTech & MarTech
Backend · Data pipelines · Integrations
EdTech
Software engineering · QA · Leadership
HealthTech & MedTech
Product engineering · Data platforms · QA
AI & Data
Data engineering · Machine learning
Creative technology
Software development · Digital design
Difficult searches. Lasting partnerships.
R&D site launchA new site. Engineers and leadership in place.
5positions filled
Java engineers, DevOps engineers and a Site Director for Roku’s 2020 R&D office launch in Ukraine.
- offers made
- 7
- to present candidates
- 36 days
- Site Director search
- 3 months
“Skillers is one of the most established recruitment services we found in Ukraine, their knowledge of the local market was a key factor in our decision to engage.
Skillers team successfully filled five open positions they worked on with us - Java software engineers, DevOps engineers, and a Site Lead position. The team members that Skillers helped us to hire, successfully passed the onboarding programs and keep contributing.
Collaboration with Skillers was smooth and efficient. Their recruiters proactively followed up on the candidates' status in the recruitment pipeline, and communicated with the hiring managers and the candidates. Skillers also suggested ways to improve collaboration and the recruitment process.”
Inside the Roku search
The brief
Support Roku’s 2020 R&D office launch in Ukraine. Work with several hiring managers to recruit software engineers, DevOps engineers and a Site Director against a high qualification bar.
How we worked
A dedicated recruiter was assigned to each open position. Kick-off meetings with the hiring managers clarified the detailed requirements. The team managed candidate communication, coordinated interviews and proactively followed up on decisions.
The outcome
Seven offers led to five hires across Java engineering, DevOps and site leadership. The hires successfully passed their onboarding programmes. The Site Director search took three months. Average time to present candidates for technical roles was 36 days.
Technology consulting · Marketing leadershipDigital Marketing Director. IT experience. Inbound expertise.
1director hired
One selected search from a broader partnership: a director combining IT-industry experience with strong digital inbound marketing expertise.
- candidates presented
- 11
- to present the successful candidate
- 53 days
- to offer
- 80 days
- to start
- 127 days
“I would highly recommend Skillers. They soon become part of your team, knowing exactly what you need and providing the most professional help possible.
Skillers has been a trusted partner of Star (ex. Cogniance) for more than 5 years, working hard on finding the best talents on the market.
They contributed to shaping of company's name on the Ukrainian IT market, served as a great mediator smoothing the recruitment process for us and candidates, and consulted Star on various questions connected with market research, training programs, and process consultations.”
Inside the Star search
The brief
Find a Digital Marketing Director with a strong background in the IT industry and digital inbound marketing, meeting the client’s high requirements and standards for the position.
How we worked
The combination of IT-sector experience and the required level of inbound digital marketing expertise significantly narrowed the talent pool. Relatively few professionals on the market combined both. Eleven candidates were presented during the search.
The outcome
The successful candidate was presented 53 days after the vacancy opened, received the offer on day 80 and started on day 127. These are cumulative timings from the vacancy opening. This is one selected search from a broader recruitment partnership with Star.
Game development · Engineering & artThe people behind the game. Year after year.
5–10vacancies assigned each year
A recurring hiring partnership for a studio with demanding standards for engineering, art and animation.
- of assigned vacancies filled
- 50–60%
- dedicated recruiters
- 3
- alongside game developers
- Art · QA
“Skillers provided the best recruitment service I have ever encountered from a recruitment company.
I was initially impressed with Skillers recruiters’ enthusiasm, communication skills and professional demeanor.
From the start they were able to target candidate's skills to the right opportunities in our company and then followed up to completion in the shortest possible time frame while also provide constant recommendations for candidates.
Skillers recruiters are hardworking, top-performing customer service professionals. They have my highest recommendation, and I am happy to furnish more details if you would like additional information.”
Inside the Fraglab search
The brief
Support the studio’s internal recruitment team with game developers and artists, followed by requests for animators and QA engineers. Several artist vacancies were especially difficult: the relevant experience and quality of work were scarce in the local market.
How we worked
Three dedicated recruiters worked on the requests. The team sourced broadly, asked for detailed feedback on candidates and rejection reasons, and kept suitable candidates engaged for future opportunities. Communication stayed quick and responsive as the studio’s needs changed.
The outcome
The HR Director reported that Skillers helped fill around 50–60% of the 5–10 vacancies assigned to the agency each year, with the internal team covering the remainder. Several critical artist vacancies were filled. These figures describe the roles shared with Skillers, not all hiring across the studio.
Creative technology · US-based teamPart of the team. Across time zones.
Recruitment partnership
Every assigned role filled.
Software developers and graphic designers for a creative partner delivering brand experiences, merchandise and print.
- technical roles
- Development
- creative roles
- Graphic design
“Their ability to operate as an extension of our team made the entire hiring process feel less stressful.
Skillers played a key role in helping us source high-quality candidates for several of our technology-focused positions. Their team delivered strong results, enabling us to successfully fill every role we partnered with them on - all within a timely hiring window.
The Skillers team not only understood the technical requirements of specialized roles, but also integrated well with our team's internal workflows and timelines.
What stood out most about Skillers was their ability to consistently deliver high-quality candidates quickly and efficiently, even across time zones.”
Inside the Imprint Engine search
The brief
Help a US-based creative business recruit for technology-focused roles, including software developers and graphic designers. The recruitment partner needed to work smoothly with the company’s existing processes and timelines.
How we worked
Skillers sourced candidates against the requirements of the specialist roles and coordinated closely with the People Operations team. Clear, consistent communication and responsiveness helped the process work across time zones.
The outcome
The client reported that every role entrusted to Skillers was successfully filled within a timely hiring window. Their review highlights both the quality of candidates and the way the team integrated into internal workflows.
Digital entertainment platformHigh-load platform · Senior Java engineering
A demanding technical bar. A search that kept improving.
250candidates presented
Long-term recruitment for the technology behind online gaming: complex mathematics, high load and demanding architecture.
- technical interview pass rate
- 1 in 7 → 1 in 4
- exclusive engineering focus
- Senior Java
“Thanks to Skillers, we are no longer worrying about getting the best engineers into our teams on time.
Being able to hire highly skilled developers within a tight schedule is crucial to our company. We've been working with Skillers for several years and we are really happy with the results.
Our requests are dealt with quickly and efficiently.”
Inside the Digital entertainment platform search
The brief
Recruit exclusively Senior Java Engineers for a high-load online gaming platform. This was platform engineering, rather than game development: candidates needed to meet exceptionally high technical standards in a selective interview process.
How we worked
As the team developed a deeper understanding of the client’s technical expectations, the sourcing strategy was refined. The relationship extended over many years, with more than 250 candidates screened and presented during the collaboration.
The outcome
The proportion passing technical interviews improved from approximately one in seven to one in four, and a significant number joined the company. Recruitment later became more difficult as conditions and hiring risks in the Ukrainian market changed.
EdTech · UK product companyQuality hires. For a team that tests quality.
2testers hired
Experienced testing talent in Ukraine for a UK software company serving the education sector.
- experienced and lead-level search
- QA
- cross-border coordination
- UK ↔ Ukraine
“I have made two hires through Skillers, and both have been exceptional candidates who work well within our team.
We needed to recruit strong and lead testers in Ukraine. We had heard good things about Skillers' reputation and we were not disappointed.
A professional and helpful organisation, one thing which stood apart was their ability to assist in translating British contracts into Ukrainian.
At times our budget was questioned, but eventually we found good candidates at the budgeted rate.”
Inside the Aptem search
The brief
Recruit strong and lead-level testers for an agile development organisation building education software. The candidates needed to fit the team as well as the agreed budget.
How we worked
Skillers coordinated CV reviews, video interviews and salary discussions with the UK Development Manager. Support also included translating British contracts into Ukrainian, helping the hiring process work across borders.
The outcome
The Development Manager confirmed two hires and described both as exceptional candidates who worked well within the team. Although the budget was discussed during the search, both hires were found at the budgeted rate.
Game development · Senior Level DesignerA Senior Level Designer. For the next chapter.
250candidates contacted
An extensive search for one Senior Level Designer who met the studio’s demanding requirements.
- candidates interviewed
- 15
- candidate hired
- 1
- to present the successful candidate
- 68 days
- time to fill
- 82 days
- from search opening to start
- 95 days
Inside the Frogwares search
The brief
Find an experienced Senior Level Designer for Frogwares, a video game development studio working on the next instalment of its well-known game series.
Search challenges
Demanding technical requirements and a large list of companies that could not be approached significantly narrowed an already limited pool of highly experienced candidates. High rejection rates at the initial screening and test-task stages made the search more difficult.
The outcome
Skillers contacted 250 candidates and interviewed 15, resulting in one hire. The successful candidate was presented 68 days after the search opened. Time to fill was 82 days, and the candidate started work on day 95.
SaaS & DevOps · Enterprise sales · FranceTechnical products. A commercial hire who understood them.
7days to first candidates
A Strategic Account Executive in Paris, selling complex DevOps, cloud and cybersecurity solutions to enterprise clients.
- from opening to offer
- 62 days
- candidates processed
- 17
- local-market search
- France
Inside the JFrog search
The brief
Find a Strategic Account Executive for enterprise client acquisition and account management in France. The brief combined experience selling CI/CD, cloud-native and DevOps solutions with full-cycle sales, multiple stakeholders, international SaaS experience and a stable career history.
How we worked
The search was delivered through the NPA partner network. The relevant local candidate pool was limited, compensation expectations were high, and other recruitment agencies were also working on the position. Seventeen candidates were processed during the search.
The outcome
First candidates were presented within seven days. An offer was extended within 62 days of opening the search, and the position was successfully closed.
Digital entertainment companyInternational business · Executive search
A demanding COO brief. An international search.
23days to find the candidate
A Chief Operating Officer search where career stability, limited information and exacting client requirements made the right fit difficult to establish.
- time to fill
- 34 days
- from search opening to start
- 70 days
- candidates presented
- 8
- successful candidate’s location
- Denmark
Inside the Digital entertainment company search
The brief
Recruit a Chief Operating Officer for an international company in digital entertainment. The client set a particularly high bar. Frequent moves between employers in the industry made it difficult to assess career stability, while confidentiality policies restricted the information candidates could share about their experience.
How we worked
Skillers searched internationally against the COO brief and presented eight candidates. The search had to meet the client’s demanding expectations despite the limited information available about candidates’ previous work. The successful candidate was found in Denmark.
The outcome
The successful candidate was found in Denmark in 23 days, and the role was filled in 34 days. After eight candidate presentations across the search, the appointed COO started work 70 days after the search opened.
Web platform · Senior Node.js engineeringThe brief changed. The search kept moving.
1senior engineer hired
A Frontend Lead brief evolved into a Senior Node.js search, with five interview stages and competing offers.
- candidates evaluated
- 25+
- profiles presented
- 8
- offers made
- 2
Inside the Wix search
The brief
Initially recruit a Frontend Lead for Wix. As the requirements evolved, the assignment shifted towards a Senior Node.js Engineer. The company’s five-stage interview process made this a lengthy and competitive search.
How we worked
More than 25 candidates were evaluated and eight profiles presented. The first candidate was presented after six days of work and later received an offer, but chose another company. The search continued as the client refined its requirements.
The outcome
Two offers were made, with one candidate accepting and joining the company. The full search took 177 days. The first presentation in six days was not an offer or a completed hire; it was an early milestone in a much longer process.
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Sample reportPython / AI integration
Anonymised screening report · excerptRefProduct backend and AI integration
- Position
- Senior Python software engineer
- Location
- Kraków, Poland
- Qualifications
- More than five years of Python development within around a decade of Java and software engineering experience. Most recently part of the core engineering team behind a conversational SaaS product, responsible for performance improvements in Java and Python. Integrated OpenAI to build AI-agent features and used GCP tools for moderation and performance tuning. In one challenging task, a multilingual chatbot performed inconsistently across languages; researched language models and used metadata from earlier user requests to improve response accuracy. Holds a BSc in software engineering.
- Technical detail
- Python, Java, OpenAI integrations and agentic workflows, backed by experience with event-driven systems using Kafka, RabbitMQ and AWS SQS/SNS. More than five years with Docker and Kubernetes, including cloud-native AWS deployments and CI/CD. Comfortable collaborating remotely in distributed teams. Wants a challenging product where the role remains focused on hands-on development and offers room to deepen technical expertise.
- Languages
- English B2, upper-intermediate. Can discuss technical work, but is not fully fluent; pronunciation can sometimes make the conversation harder to follow.
- Notice period
- 1–2 weeks · comfortable with distributed remote teams; business travel is acceptable
- Gaps &
constraints - No experience with Amazon Bedrock AgentCore. Experience integrating AI agents should not be read as experience with this specific AWS service.
- Spoken English may require clarification during discussions. Check the communication fit for a role involving frequent client calls or technical presentations.
- Currently between roles following a team-wide redundancy. Confirm availability and the recency of hands-on work during the hiring process.
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Briefing & analysis3 DAYS
First candidates14 DAYS
Hire50 DAYS
Replacement guarantee90 DAYS
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