Start onboarding software engineers in Poland in under a week, with full legal coverage.
Don’t compromise on compliance or speed — our Employer of Record service covers every step of employment in Poland.
Poland offers stable legal frameworks and fast access to the broader EU market.
EU-aligned labor laws, low inflation, and consistent GDP growth support scaling businesses.
Home to leading data centers, R&D hubs, and digital public service platforms.
Ranked 40th globally for ease of doing business, with an estimated GDP of $900 billion in 2025.
Polish
Polish Zloty (zł)
96k zł-528k zł ($23k-$125k)
| Hub | Sector focus | Avg. local software developer pay |
|---|---|---|
| Warsaw | Fintech, cloud/SaaS, AI; hosts VCs and corporate HQs | 252k zł/year ($60k) |
| Kraków | Enterprise R&D, medtech, product engineering, blockchain | 228k zł/year ($54k) |
| Wrocław | Embedded systems, automation, telecoms, logistics | 216k zł/year ($51k) |
| Tri-City - Gdańsk, Gdynia, Sopot | Cloud, cybersecurity, AI R&D | 204k zł/year ($49k) |
| Poznań | E-commerce, DevOps, QA | 192k zł/year ($47k) |
| Katowice | Corporate services, IT outsourcing, shared service | 186k zł/year ($45k) |
| Łódź | Innovation, nearshoring hubs, tech parks | 180k zł/year ($43k) |
Note: Data refers to 2025 mid-level developer compensation with an Employer of Record. Variations reflect local industrial focus, costs, and demand concentration. Junior salaries typically range from 140k-180k zł/year; senior roles can exceed 300k zł/year in top markets like Warsaw.
Understand contracts, contributions, and remote work rules under Polish labor law.
Labor Code (Kodeks pracy), Social Insurance System Act (Ustawa o systemie ubezpieczeń społecznych), Civil Code (Kodeks cywilny)
Employers and employees contribute to ZUS. This covers pensions, healthcare, disability, sickness, and unemployment.
Foreign nationals outside the EU/EEA have to obtain valid work and residence permits tied to their employment contract.
Off-site and hybrid employees are subject to the same employment protections as onsite staff.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Polish Personal Data Protection Act (Ustawa o ochronie danych osobowych).
Employment can be terminated by mutual agreement, by notice, or without notice in limited cases.
Common legal, tax, and workflow issues that complicate tech team onboarding in Poland.
ZUS obligations vary by contract type and salary.
Contractor structures must meet economic independence and control criteria.
Hiring through foreign entities without proper support causes residency and tax issues.
Incorrect contract terms and ZUS registration can cause onboarding delays.
Warsaw and Krakow have high demand and fast-moving candidates.
All data and code must be handled under GDPR through compliant contracts.
The full legal and HR infrastructure for employing, paying, and managing tech teams in Poland.
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Here is what our Employer of Record offers teams in Poland.
Work permit handling, compliant UoP and B2B contracts, and ZUS registration.
Accurate salary payments, social contributions, and monthly PIT filings through our payroll system.
Secure code ownership, GDPR-compliant data handling, and enforceable confidentiality provisions.
For Poland-based engineers, product teams, and digital staff:
Transparent, automated billing with flexible add-ons for fast-moving local and global teams.
Add-ons:
Recruitment; Visa services; Premium benefits, and a Dedicated HR team.
per employee/ month.
A basic EOR package with flexible service add-ons.
What you need, delivered with momentum — one vibe, one system, centralized oversight. We’ll take care of your headcount across Poland. Tell us what matters — we’ll tailor the experience to your goals.
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GEOR has a very unique platform that they leverage to qualify, score, and predict success with candidates. I found it very helpful within the hiring process.There making changes and revisions to their overall platform. I don’t see anything that hasn’t worked well.
They go above and beyond with their service delivery. My initial expectations have not only been met but exceeded to a level I didn’t think possible.
Know who you’re dealing with. Top-tier recruiting demands consistency, clarity, and execution without compromise.
If you value your time and prioritize clarity, structure, and quality — our platform was built for you. We combine legal accuracy, automated operations, and local HR expertise to help you onboard with speed and confidence. More than a service, we’re your long-term partner in scaling across Poland and the EU.
This is how leaders hire.
An Employer of Record legally employs your team in Poland, managing contracts, payroll, taxes, and mandatory contributions like ZUS and health insurance.
To onboard a Polish or a foreign talent without opening a local entity, while ensuring full compliance with Polish labor and tax law.
Primarily tech startups, SaaS firms, and mid-sized companies expanding into the EU with off-site or hybrid teams.
Yes. We handle work permit sponsorship, residence registration, and onboarding for qualified non-EU/EEA professionals.
Yes. We support both UoP (employment contracts) and B2B freelancers with compliant documentation and invoicing.
Yes. We negotiate and sign specific types of contracts for each setup. We also support home office setups and tax residency management.
Polish residents can be onboarded in 7 business days. Work permits for non-EU staff may take 4–8 weeks.
We calculate net/gross salary, submit ZUS and PIT filings, issue payslips, and handle monthly payroll administration.
Employees receive vacation, sick leave, parental benefits, public healthcare, and may access private insurance plans.
Yes. We support equity plans such as stock options or RSUs. These are taxed as income upon vesting or exercise, and must be structured carefully under Polish law.
Yes. All personal and payroll data is protected under GDPR and Polish data protection law, with secure storage and access controls.
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