Dev Team
Plan your development team budget in 2 minutes. See costs by role and experience level — powered by data from 200+ real projects.
Why plan your team budget here?
- Compare 6 engagement models side by side — staff aug, dedicated team, fixed-price & more
- See real market rates for 8 roles across 4 seniority levels
- Get a budget range in 2 minutes — no calls, no signup required
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Detailed cost breakdown by role, seniority, and engagement model with hiring timeline.
Includes comparison with in-house hiring costs
Software Developer Hourly & Monthly Rates in Poland (Q1 2025)
Based on CodeFormers' internal data from 200+ projects and cross-referenced with Clutch, StackOverflow Developer Survey, and Glassdoor data. Rates shown for full-time engagement (160 hours/month).
| Role | Junior (€/mo) | Mid (€/mo) | Senior (€/mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontend Developer | €3,200 – €4,400 | €4,800 – €6,400 | €6,800 – €9,200 |
| Backend Developer | €3,400 – €4,600 | €5,000 – €6,800 | €7,200 – €9,600 |
| Full-Stack Developer | €3,600 – €4,800 | €5,200 – €7,200 | €7,600 – €10,400 |
| DevOps / Cloud Engineer | €3,800 – €5,000 | €5,600 – €7,600 | €8,000 – €11,200 |
| QA Engineer | €2,600 – €3,600 | €3,800 – €5,200 | €5,600 – €7,600 |
| UI/UX Designer | €2,800 – €3,800 | €4,200 – €5,800 | €6,000 – €8,400 |
| Tech Lead / Architect | €6,000 – €7,600 | €8,000 – €10,400 | €10,800 – €14,400 |
| Project Manager | €3,000 – €4,000 | €4,400 – €6,000 | €6,400 – €8,800 |
| Data Engineer | €3,600 – €4,800 | €5,400 – €7,200 | €7,600 – €10,400 |
| Mobile Developer | €3,400 – €4,600 | €5,000 – €7,000 | €7,200 – €10,000 |
Poland vs Europe vs US — Developer Cost Comparison
Comparison of Mid Full-Stack Developer monthly costs across regions.
| Region | Mid Full-Stack (€/mo) | vs Poland |
|---|---|---|
| 🇵🇱 Poland | €5,200 – €7,200 | — |
| 🇺🇦 Ukraine | €4,000 – €5,500 | -20% |
| 🇪🇺 Western EU | €8,000 – €11,000 | +55% |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | €7,500 – €10,500 | +45% |
| 🇺🇸 United States | €10,500 – €14,000 | +100% |
| 🇮🇳 India | €3,200 – €4,500 | -35% |
How Pricing Differs by Engagement Model
Team Augmentation
1.0×Developers join your existing team. You manage directly.
Best for: teams with existing PM and processes
Dedicated Team
1.12×Self-managed team with PM. We handle delivery.
Best for: long-term product development
Project-Based
1.20×Fixed scope, fixed price. We own the delivery end-to-end.
Best for: MVPs and one-off projects
In-House vs Outsourcing — Total Cost of Employment
In-house hiring carries hidden costs: recruitment, onboarding, equipment, office space, benefits, paid leave, sick leave, and HR overhead. Depending on the region, in-house costs are 40-75% higher than outsourcing rates.
| Region | Overhead multiplier | Extra cost |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | 1.55× | +55% |
| Western EU | 1.70× | +70% |
| United Kingdom | 1.65× | +65% |
| United States | 1.75× | +75% |
| Ukraine | 1.45× | +45% |
| India | 1.40× | +40% |
How We Calculate
Our rates are based on three sources: (1) internal data from 200+ CodeFormers projects delivered since 2019, (2) data from platforms like Clutch, StackOverflow Developer Survey, and Glassdoor, (3) current market conditions updated quarterly. All rates are in EUR as monthly FTE (160 hours/month). Engagement model multipliers account for management, infrastructure, and risk overhead.
How the team cost calculator works
Select team roles
Choose the roles you need: frontend, backend, DevOps, QA, designers, and more.
Set seniority & headcount
Adjust seniority levels and number of people per role. Use presets for common team setups.
Get cost breakdown
See monthly costs by role, total team cost, and regional comparison — all in real time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are these rates based on?
Rates are based on CodeFormers' internal data from 200+ projects, cross-referenced with Clutch, StackOverflow Developer Survey, and Glassdoor data.
Do these rates include taxes?
All rates shown are net B2B rates. VAT and local taxes are not included.
How often do you update the data?
Data is updated quarterly based on current market conditions and our active projects.
What is the difference between Team Augmentation and Dedicated Team?
In Team Augmentation, developers join your existing team. A Dedicated Team is a self-managed unit with a PM that we manage.
Why is Poland cheaper than Western Europe?
Lower cost of living and strong competition in the Polish IT market allow us to offer high quality at 35-45% lower rates.
How many people can I add to the team?
You can add any number of roles with 1-5 people each. Use presets for a quick start.
Can I see costs in different currencies?
Yes. The calculator supports EUR, USD, GBP, and PLN with live exchange rates updated daily from the European Central Bank.
How do I manage a remote development team effectively?
Key practices include daily standups via video, shared Jira/Linear boards, overlapping working hours (at least 4h), clear sprint goals, and a dedicated PM. Poland's CET timezone provides 6-8 hours of overlap with UK and US East Coast teams.