MOTIFE is a Krakow-based recruitment and consulting company that helps international tech businesses scale up with talent from Poland. We specialize in setting up, managing, and growing dedicated teams of software engineers and IT professionals for our clients – fast-growing companies and startups from Europe, North America, and the Middle East.
Our team of Recruitment, HR, Finance and Facility professionals have extensive experience of helping international companies enter, grow, and be successful in Poland. We use this experience to provide you with end-to-end support that includes exploring your nearshoring options, recruiting a team, setting up an office, and supporting your operations. Working together, we’ll help you reduce risk, simplify your journey, and accelerate your time to value.
We provide a range of tailored end-to-end solutions, from helping you define your entry strategy, right through to recruitment, staff augmentation, employer of record (EOR) services and running back-office operations for your company in Poland.
With MOTIFE, you can get set up faster and with less risk, so you can focus on what you do best – building great products and services.
Access top tech candidates and expert support from MOTIFE’s Recruitment Team so you can find the right fits for your roles, grow at the pace you want, and get involved only when you need to.
Build a team in Poland without opening a legal entity thanks to MOTIFE’s Employer of Record (EOR) services. Enjoy the benefits of no overhead, full compliance, and professional HR support, all with just one invoice per month.
Recruitment Manager
Agnieszka (Aga) knew early on that she wanted to recruit and has spent the last 15 years helping companies and candidates find their perfect match. At MOTIFE, Aga and her team work closely with clients (new and long-term) and tech candidates to help them make the right choices and fulfill their growth and career ambitions.
Hobbies/interests: true crime books, travel (near and far), running, snowboarding
Recruitment Manager
IT Recruiter
Dominik originally wanted to be an Arabic philologist but found his true calling as an IT Recruiter. Today he devotes his time to helping candidates from his extensive network find their dream jobs in tech. For MOTIFE clients, he’s a trusted partner whose experience, keen eye for a good fit, and people-centric approach help accelerate their team-building journey.
Hobbies/interests: vegan cuisine, cycling, working out, oenology
IT Recruiter
IT Recruiter
Danuta is a Cracovian through and through and takes pride in knowing the local IT market as well as she does the city’s fabled history and culture. Working with people to fulfill their goals – whether as a candidate or hiring company – fills her with satisfaction and joy. As a believer in the power of humor, Danuta never fails to tease a smile or chuckle from her fellow MOTIFErs.
Hobbies/interests: whippets, greyhounds, traveling, reading, wine tasting
IT Recruiter
IT Recruiter
Anna is a veteran in the world of recruitment, having worked in a variety of companies around the world, mainly focusing on managerial and leadership positions for major multinationals. Now operating in the fast-moving world of IT, Anna’s ability to place the right person in the right role at exactly the right time is a great asset for MOTIFE clients.
Hobbies/interests: Iyengar yoga, horse riding and horse grooming
IT Recruiter
IT Recruiter
Natalia swapped a career as a Safety Engineer for a career in IT recruitment and, boy are we happy she did! Diligent, open, and with unrivaled LinkedIn research skills, she’s what you call a best-in-class recruiter. All she needs is internet access and she’ll find the right candidate for the right job.
Hobbies/interests: tech, gym, travel
IT Recruiter
IT Recruiter
Anastasiia (Nastia to her friends) is a highly experienced recruiter, with more than 10 years' experience. Having learned the recruitment ropes in Ukraine's dynamically developing IT, banking, and digital sectors, she's a perfect partner for companies growing their tech talent pool in Poland.
Hobbies/interests: Traveling, meeting and getting to know new people and cultures, yoga, reading
IT Recruiter
IT Sourcer
Joanna (Asia to her friends) hails from the Beskid mountains and claims to be able to handle any conditions. A trained journalist, Asia found her true calling in the world of IT recruitment and hasn’t looked back since. Relentlessly focused, Asia takes pride in forging positive relationships with her colleagues and laying the groundwork for mutually beneficial outcomes for top tech talent and recruiters.
Hobbies/interests: ski jumping, tennis, cats
IT Sourcer
IT Sourcer
Gabriela (Gabi) began her career within the HR department but quickly discovered that her true calling is recruitment and sourcing. Her heart always races when she finds the perfect match between a candidate and a job opportunity. Willing to develop new skills and explore the mysteries of the tech and IT world, Gabi joined the MOTIFE team as an IT Sourcing Specialist.
Hobbies/interests: gym, jogging, bike, travels, Italian food
IT Sourcer
HR Manager
Magdalena (Magda) is an experienced HR professional whose ‘can-do’ attitude and ability to handle many tasks simultaneously has earned her the unofficial title of ‘Multitasking Mother of MOTIFE’. She is responsible for all HR-related projects and processes for our clients, as well as internally at MOTIFE, where she also runs our employer branding activities.
Hobbies/interests: vegan cuisine, Spanish culture, psychology, boho home decor
HR Manager
Marketing & Growth Manager
Nicolas is MOTIFE’s marketing ninja and has experience working with some of the world’s leading B2C and B2B brands. Born in France but living in Krakow for more than a decade, he handles all things related to communication, growth, social media, website, and recruitment marketing. He also leads the creation of MOTIFE’s flagship publication, the Krakow IT Market Report.
Hobbies/interests: cooking, traveling, French and British stand-up comedy
Marketing & Growth Manager
HR Operations Manager
Marta studied law and worked as a lawyer before moving into the world of HR operations. Today, she combines her experience in both fields to advise and support MOTIFE clients on HR-related matters. Marta firmly believes that a strong business starts with good people and is passionate about applying people-oriented approaches to her work.
Hobbies/interests: food, business literature, traveling, Latino dances
HR Operations Manager
Finance Controller
Anna is responsible for all things related to Finance, starting from simple processes (AP & AR) through to financial statements needed for official submissions. She’s appreciated by clients and colleagues alike for her warm and succinct way of explaining complicated financial matters and regulations. We say “there's no reason to fear Finance when Anna's around”.
Hobbies/interests: enjoying life, people, broadening horizons, windsurfing
Finance Controller
Marketing Specialist
Marcelina, joined MOTIFE as a recruiter and has shifted her career towards marketing. She currently works in the marketing team, developing skills in SEO, content creation, marketing automation and both inbound and outbound marketing techniques. On a daily basis she is also responsible for MOTFIE's social media content.
Hobbies/interests: hiking in the Tatra mountains, relaxing with a good book
Marketing Specialist
Finance Controller
Anna is responsible for keeping MOTIFE’s finances in order and does this from ‘down under’. Originally from Poland and now based in Australia, Anna is living proof that remote work can work for any role and across any distance. In addition to looking after MOTIFE’s numbers, Anna also serves as Finance Controller for the Polish entities of several MOTIFE clients.
Hobbies/interests: traveling, outdoor chilling, audiobooks
Finance Controller
Administrative Assistant
Martyna oversees all office affairs, from organizing MOTIFE events to fostering integration among the team and handling gifts and other special initiatives. She is a busy team member as we do many different types of events and social activities. Martyna creates a friendly and professional atmosphere at work.
Hobbies/interests: psychology, participating in charitable events, exploring music, and the Czech culture
Administrative Assistant
Founder & CEO
Michał is a Cracovian to the core and a ‘software geek turned CEO’. Together with the management team, he is responsible for the day-to-day operations of MOTIFE. In addition to providing leadership and guidance across the company, Michał is active in sales and regularly consults with MOTIFE clients to help them achieve their growth and business goals.
Hobbies/interests: hiking, cycling, traveling, reading
Founder & CEO
Founder & Partner
Dawid co-founded MOTIFE with Michał. An experienced leader and consultant who has helped software companies from the US and Scandinavia build high-performing software-development teams, Dawid lives and breathes digital and is driven to help clients solve their business problems using digital products and services.
Hobbies/interests: Loves all things Norwegian, especially the language
Founder & Partner
Recruitment Manager
Agnieszka (Aga) knew early on that she wanted to recruit and has spent the last 15 years helping companies and candidates find their perfect match. At MOTIFE, Aga and her team work closely with MOTIFE clients (new and long-term) and tech candidates to help them make the right choices and fulfill their growth and career ambitions.
Hobbies/interests: true crime books, travel (near and far), running, snowboarding
Recruitment Manager
IT Recruiter
Dominik originally wanted to be an Arabic philologist but found his true calling as an IT Recruiter. Today he devotes his time to helping candidates from his extensive network find their dream jobs in tech. For MOTIFE clients, he’s a trusted partner whose experience, keen eye for a good fit, and people-centric approach help accelerate their team-building journey.
Hobbies/interests: vegan cuisine, cycling, working out, oenology
IT Recruiter
IT Recruiter
Danuta is a Cracovian through and through and takes pride in knowing the local IT market as well as she does the city’s fabled history and culture. Working with people to fulfill their goals – whether as a candidate or hiring company – fills her with satisfaction and joy. As a believer in the power of humor, Danuta never fails to tease a smile or chuckle from her fellow MOTIFErs.
Hobbies/interests: whippets, greyhounds
IT Recruiter
IT Recruiter
Anna is a veteran in the world of recruitment, having worked in a variety of companies around the world, mainly focusing on managerial and leadership positions for major multinationals. Now operating in the fast-moving world of IT, Anna’s ability to place the right person in the right role at exactly the right time is a great asset for MOTIFE clients.
Hobbies/interests: Iyengar yoga, horse riding and horse grooming
IT Recruiter
IT Recruiter
Natalia swapped a career as a Safety Engineer for a career in IT recruitment and, boy are we happy she did! Diligent, open, and with unrivaled LinkedIn research skills, she’s what you call a best-in-class recruiter. All she needs is internet access and she’ll find the right candidate for the right job.
Hobbies/interests: tech, gym, travel
IT Recruiter
IT Recruiter
Anastasiia (Nastia to her friends) is a highly experienced Recruiter, with more than 10 years' experience. Having learned the recruitment ropes in Ukraine's dynamically developing IT, banking, and digital sectors, she's a perfect partner for companies growing their tech talent pool in Poland.
Hobbies/interests: Traveling, meeting and getting to know new people and cultures, yoga, reading
IT Recruiter
IT Sourcer
Joanna (Asia to her friends) hails from the Beskid mountains and claims to be able to handle any conditions. A trained journalist, Asia found her true calling in the world of IT recruitment and hasn’t looked back since. Relentlessly focused, Asia takes pride in forging positive relationships with her colleagues and laying the groundwork for mutually beneficial outcomes for top tech talent and Recruiters.
Hobbies/interests: ski jumping, tennis, cats
IT Sourcer
IT Sourcer
Gabriela (Gabi) began her career within the HR department but quickly discovered that her true calling is recruitment and sourcing. Her heart always races when she finds the perfect match between a candidate and a job opportunity. Willing to develop new skills and explore the mysteries of the tech and IT world, Gabi joined the MOTIFE team as an IT Sourcing Specialist.
Hobbies/interests: gym, jogging, bike, travel, Italian food
IT Sourcer
HR Manager
Magdalena (Magda) is an experienced HR professional whose ‘can-do’ attitude and ability to handle many tasks simultaneously has earned her the unofficial title of ‘Multitasking Mother of MOTIFE’. She is responsible for all HR-related projects and processes for our clients, as well as internally at MOTIFE, where she also runs our employer branding activities.
Hobbies/interests: vegan cuisine, Spanish culture, psychology, boho home decor
HR Manager
Marketing & Growth Manager
Nicolas is MOTIFE’s marketing ninja and has experience working with some of the world’s leading B2C and B2B brands. Born in France but living in Krakow for more than a decade, he handles all things related to communication, growth, social media, website, and recruitment marketing. He also leads the creation of MOTIFE’s flagship publication, the Krakow IT Market Report.
Hobbies/interests: cooking, traveling, French and British stand-up comedy
Marketing & Growth Manager
Marketing Specialist
Marcelina, joined MOTIFE a recruiter and has shifted her career towards marketing. She currently works in the marketing team, developing skills in SEO, content creation, marketing automation and both inbound and outbound marketing techniques. On a daily basis she is also responsible for MOTFIE's social media content.
Hobbies/interests: hiking in the Tatra mountains, relaxing with a good book
Marketing Specialist
Finance Controller
Anna is responsible for all things related to Finance, starting from simple processes (AP & AR) through to financial statements needed for official submissions. She’s appreciated by clients and colleagues alike for her warm and succinct way of explaining complicated financial matters and regulations. We say “there's no reason to fear Finance when Anna's around”.
Hobbies/interests: enjoying life, people, broadening horizons, windsurfing
Finance Controller
HR Operations Manager
Marta studied law and worked as a lawyer before moving into the world of HR operations. Today, she combines her experience in both fields to advise and support MOTIFE clients on HR-related matters. Marta firmly believes that a strong business starts with good people and is passionate about applying people-oriented approaches to her work.
Hobbies/interests: cuisine, business literature, traveling, Latino dances
HR Operations Manager
Founder & CEO
Michał is a Cracovian to the core and a ‘software geek turned CEO’. Together with the management team, he is responsible for the day-to-day operations of MOTIFE. In addition to providing leadership and guidance across the company, Michał is active in sales and regularly consults with MOTIFE clients to help them achieve their growth and business goals.
Hobbies/interests: hiking, cycling, traveling, reading
Founder & CEO
Founder & Partner
Dawid co-founded MOTIFE with Michał. An experienced leader and consultant who has helped software companies from the US and Scandinavia build high-performing software-development teams, Dawid lives and breathes digital and is driven to help clients solve their business problems using digital products and services.
Hobbies/interests: Loves all things Norwegian, especially the language
Founder & Partner
Finance Controller
Anna is responsible for keeping MOTIFE’s finances in order and does this from ‘down under’. Originally from Poland and now based in Australia, Anna is living proof that remote work can work for any role and across any distance. In addition to looking after MOTIFE’s numbers, Anna also serves as Finance Controller for the Polish entities of several MOTIFE clients.
Hobbies/interests: traveling, outdoor chilling, audiobooks
Finance Controller
Administrative Assistant
Martyna oversees all office affairs, from organizing MOTIFE events to fostering integration among the team and handling gifts and other special initiatives. She is a busy team member as we do many different types of events and social activities. Martyna creates a friendly and professional atmosphere at work.
Hobbies/interests: psychology, participating in charitable events, exploring music, and the Czech culture
Administrative Assistant
A team of friendly, passionate experts, united by a common goal.
The right blend of experience to talk big decisions with C-suite execs and new tech topics with 'zoomers'.
English, Polish, German, Ukrainian, French, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Arabic.
The number of companies – mainly from EMEA and North America – that we have supported with their growth in Poland since 2017.
IT roles are our main focus, although we also support non-IT recruitment for existing clients.
The 3 programming languages we have recruited the most candidates for.
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