Portrait of a Ukrainian IT specialist: a 30-year-old married man from Kyiv who donates $180 per month to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

A study by the Ukrainian IT recruitment company DOU shows that the average Ukrainian IT specialist is:

• 30 years old,
• Male and married
• Lives in Kyiv
• Has a monthly salary of $2,000
• Donates $180 per month to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The study also found that:

• 60% of Ukrainian IT specialists speak English fluently.
• 40% of Ukrainian IT specialists have a master's degree.
• 20% of Ukrainian IT specialists have a PhD.

The study was conducted in the first quarter of 2023 and surveyed over 1,000 Ukrainian IT specialists.

The results of the study suggest that Ukrainian IT specialists are a highly educated and skilled workforce. They are also highly motivated to support their country in the fight against Russian aggression.
The study's findings are consistent with other reports on the Ukrainian IT industry. For example, a report by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) found that the Ukrainian IT industry grew by 20% in 2021. The EBRD report also found that the Ukrainian IT industry is expected to continue to grow in the coming years.
The growth of the Ukrainian IT industry is good news for the Ukrainian economy. The IT industry is a major source of foreign currency for Ukraine. The IT industry also creates high-paying jobs for Ukrainians.
The Ukrainian IT industry is also playing an important role in the fight against Russian aggression. Ukrainian IT specialists are volunteering their time to develop software and other tools to support the Ukrainian military. Ukrainian IT specialists are also using their skills to help counter Russian disinformation and propaganda.
The Ukrainian IT industry is a valuable asset to Ukraine. The IT industry is helping to drive economic growth, create jobs, and support the fight against Russian aggression.