Outsourcing to Ukraine: Why Is Ukrainian IT Industry So Hot?

Ukraine's IT industry is hot. In fact, Ukraine offers a unique combination of assets that make it ideally suited for IT development. Here are the top 3 reasons why foreign companies give preference to Ukrainian .net development companies when they are looking for the best software developers.

Reason #1.High quality of service

Reason #2. High affordability of service 

Reason #3. High flexibility of service 

A top-notch educational system made it possible to prepare highly-qualified IT experts. It has been estimated that around 57% of specialists in Ukraine are holding STEM degrees like Science, Math, Technology, and Engineering. Diversity aspect also matters. Ukrainian technologists are the most diverse in the world. More than 90% of Tech workers are skilled in Programming languages. 

Fertile Environment for Tech Startups

Today more than 2,000 international startups have been launched from Ukraine. The list of companies is quite encompassing and involves such big names in the industry as Petcube, MacPaw, Grammarly, etc. Without any doubt, Ukrainian Startups are going to become world-renown providers of software and IT products. 

Best Price/Quality Ratio 

The average rate for a Ukrainian Developer is roughly 35 dollars per hour compared to 80 or 100 dollars you need to pay when you are hiring a developer from the US. Even though the rate is relatively low, the quality is not compromised.

Culture Compatibility 

The first thing you might require in all your projects is to establish the relationships with your customers.  It means that your ability to understand your client’s needs, communicate these needs with your customers and to relate these needs to your project altogether with the in-depth understanding of other cultures defines the future reputation of you as an outsourcing company. Fortunately, a high percentage of IT Specialists in Ukraine are speaking English, have perfect communications skills and have a good understanding of US and EU customers. On top of that, the country also hosts some of the largest IT events in Europe like Games Gathering Conference, Agile Eastern Europe Conference, PyCon Ukraine, and IT Arena.  These are the most recognized tech events in Europe. 

Improving Economy and Political Environment  

The International Monetary Fund can confirm that these days Ukrainian economy is transitioning from being stable to one that is rapidly growing. As far as political unrest is concerned, the country has taken tremendous strides in eliminating government corruption. The trend toward outsourcing reflects a shrinking global marketplace. 

WHAT IS .NET?

.NET is a  free framework from Microsoft that allows you to create apps. These apps can be of any type like for example mobile, desktop, web, games, cloud, IoT, etc. .NET Framework is officially deployed to work with Microsoft Windows operating system. This platform is compatible with various operating systems that have already been released. Also, .NET is a cross-platform framework that has opened many new scenarios and possibilities for its further application.  

How Popular is .NET?

.NET developers are in high demand in the modern market, especially if you are looking for qualified employees. High demand for .NET engineers in the US and European market created high demand for such services in the world. High level of expertise in programming languages among Ukrainian programmers made Ukraine a perfect destination for many UK and US customers looking for the best service for a low price. 

Choosing .NET development company

Choosing a development studio is challenging. You don't just entrust a .NET development company with your project, you put your trust in these people. 

Сhoosing a .NET developer

We have gathered the most important points to consider when choosing a .NET developer, and prepared a list of have-to-ask questions if you are looking for a perfect .NET development company. 

Issue #1.When you first meet the development team, it is very important to immediately find out the points related to the strategy of your company. The first and foremost important thing you have to do is to conduct a preliminary research of the .NET development market. In the course of this research you have to ask the following questions: 

• What is the cost of .NET development services suggested by the company of your choice?

• Does the company of your choice offer a full range of online business development services?

• What is the reputation of the company you have chosen?

• Is there a chance to see your company’s portfolio?

• What points are included in the Development Agreement (and which are not)?

Here are some important "pricing" questions to ask developers at the beginning of your cooperation. 

• Which team members will work on your project and what are their qualifications?

• How long will they be involved in your project?

• Do they provide an accurate assessment of the project according to your guidelines and instructions? 

• Does the cost of the project coincide with the agreed delivery deadlines and hourly rate?

• Is there a clearly defined procedure for billing for additional services?

• What is included into the contract?

• What is your area of ​​responsibility?

How to find development companies in Ukraine 

If you are searching for top web development companies in Ukraine, you need to review our list of the best top web development companies. We strongly recommend that you check the lists and see the ratings of the top .NET development companies in Ukraine. 

Where to find the best developers in Ukraine 

It has been estimated that the vast majority of Ukrainian IT specialists (67%) live in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Lviv. 

Developers in Kyiv:

Kyiv is a major administrative, cultural, and scientific hub of Ukraine. So, no wonder that the most significant number of tech professionals (40%) work in the city. Many world enterprises, including Samsung, Huawei, Ericsson, NetCracker, and others, have R&D centres in the capital.

What’s more, many businesses opt for outsourcing software development to Kyiv. So, major Ukrainian tech companies, including N-iX, have development centres in the capital.

Developers in Lviv:

Lviv is the largest city in Western Ukraine, as it houses more than 800,000 people. The majority of Lviv developers work for either outsourcing (46%) or outstaffing (11%) companies.  Also, Lviv is home to 317 IT companies, the majority of which (around 90%) provide software outsourcing services.

Developers in Kharkiv:

Kharkiv is the second-largest city in Ukraine that houses 1.5M citizens. The city is considered to be one of the most industrialized places in Ukraine. Like Lviv, Kharkiv software development outsourcing companies also work closely with USA companies, and serve the needs of American customers.  It has been estimated that American market constitutes almost 65% of all IT exports.

TECH EXPERTISE OF UKRAINIAN SOFTWARE DEVELOPERS

The most widely used programming languages in Ukraine are JavaScript, Java, and C#. These languages are used for work by 18,4%, 15,4%, and 13,7% outsourcing developers in Ukraine, respectively. Other popular languages are Python, PHP, C++, TypeScript, and others. However, the picture of the most popular languages in the last eight years looks a bit different. Although Java and C# have made it to the top three most used languages, they are losing their popularity in recent years. 

Step #1.Explore the local IT industry landscape

Research the IT industry dynamics in the region. If you are looking for the ways to hire the best talent you have to look for the insights from the local IT market and discover which companies are the best in the market. You can use Google Search for that purpose . All you have to do is just print out “top vendors to hire the best Ukrainian developers from”.

Resources such as DOU, MC Today, Liga Tech, IT ID Lviv, and others will help you find the best listings of: 

1. Key outsourcing companies in Ukraine 

2. Key vendors’ websites

3. Info on industry recognition

4. Industry reputation

5. Employer brands of Ukrainian software development providers

Step #2. Check the portfolio of your potential vendor

To understand if the company has the experience and expertise you need, spend some time on their website. Look for the client reviews and testimonials, solutions developed for these companies, case studies, etc. Taking these steps will help you learn more about the main technologies your vendor specializes in. 

Step #3.Search for the vendor that builds solutions that either match your industry or the tech stack you need.

When it comes to building your software product, choosing the right technology stack is very important. Before even a single line of code gets written, you need to carefully select a tech stack. This stack determines your product’s success. These days you are free to choose between a wide range of tech stacks. Choosing one that works best for your project is quite a daunting task that has to be accomplished. 

What is Technology stack

The technology stack is a combination of programming languages, frameworks, and tools that are used by programmers when they are building a web or mobile app. These days there are two components of any app. These are: client-side (front-end) and server-side (back-end). 

Choosing a technology stack

Choosing a technology stack is a real challenge if you are not familiar with technology. The easiest way out is to rely on your personal preferences or previous experience in web development. >

Here are some hints to take into consideration while choosing your stack: 

Hint #1. Python is a perfect choice for projects related to Big Data and Machine Learning. 

Hint #2. Java is a general-use programming language that is a universal solution for ongoing big projects. 90% of Fortune companies are using Java for developing their projects. 

Step #3. Pay attention to the awards, certificates, and compliances.

As a trusted vendor, you can hire those outsourcing developers who have certifications from major tech partners. For example, a provider working with .NET needs to be certified by Microsoft and Cloud solutions providers. The other things that matter while making a proper choice of IT outsourcing company are industry awards and ratings, such as Global Outsourcing 100 that recognizes the best outsourcing companies, Clutch matrixes, and others. The other important industry documents include international security compliances and regulations that ensure cybersecurity. In this case you have to look for the vendor that is compliant with ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA law, etc. 

Step #4. Browse websites, news, corporate blogs, and social media of your vendor-to-be

A reliable vendor takes care of its website. If you are searching for an ideal vendor you need to pay attention to the following: 

1. the latest updates on their blog or in the news section of the provider.

2. cooperation models and approaches to software development, technologies, services, and expertise presented on the site.

3. the presence of an overview page with the key information on other vendors and their company portfolio. 

There are several recruitment scenarios that work with an outsourcing vendor. 

1. Trust the vendor to carry out the entire screening and interviewing process; 

2. You can interview all the candidates yourself;

3. If you need a big team and don’t want to waste your time on all the interviews, you can hire a core team that will continue the recruitment process.