for companies in the scaling and transformation phase
Full cycle recruiting
IT and Executive Search for technology businesses
Family agency with international expertise
  • We close rare, complex IT vacancies in 6 weeks
  • 5 years of experience in IT recruiting
  • 200+ closed IT positions in Ukraine, Europe, USA
  • Specialisation in AI, FinTech, Cyber Security, BIM, e-commerce
  • We work with 50+ technology businesses
Andrii and Yulia Potapovy - co-owners of the PPower agency
We have combined 30 years of experience in managing people, brands, strategies and processes.
A deep understanding of the IT market 100+ positions for product and outsourced IT companies
Successfully closed over 100 positions in IT, with 90% successfully completing the probationary period: 15 management positions, over 50 developers, business analyst, data analyst, 4 testers, 10 art specialists in gaming, 2 niche mid-level specialists, UX writer, tech support.
Domains
Media, Communication, Mobile Apps, GameDev, FinTech, EdTech, E-commerce, blockchain/crypto, Web3
Technology stack
CTO, Engineering Manager, Senior-level developers, Team Lead, Tech Lead, QA Engineer, Business Analyst, Tech Writer, UI/UX designers, Data Analyst, Product Analyst, 2D artists, 3D artists, Tech Support Representative (English, Hebrew), Middle and Senior Consultant of Security, Senior Penetration Tester
Markets
Ukraine, Italy, Romania, Balkans, Poland, Israel, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, India, Kazakhstan
Comprehensive IT Recruitment Turnkey Solution
Search
Direct search, sourcing, LinkedIn
Assessment
Interviews, testing, screening
Presentation
Detailed candidate profiles
Support
Offer assistance, onboarding
We solve the pain points of
IT companies and start-ups
The problem of difficulty in hiring niche and rare IT specialists ✅ Our approach: Executive Search + our own IT network
The problem of high competition for talent and prolonged process ✅ Our approach: Rapid formation of shortlists — 3-4 weeks
The problem of high risks of hiring mistakes (costly for business) ✅ Our approach: In-depth evaluation of Hard & Soft Skills, Cultural Fit
Our Solution
  • Quality candidates within 2-4 days
  • Salary analytics and Executive Search
  • Payment only for quality leads
  • Replacement at no extra cost
Our Process — Transparent and Structured
Briefing
Developing the ideal profile
Sourcing
Initial candidate screening
Interviews
Technical and HR interviews
Completion
Vacancy closure in 2-5 weeks
Case: Hiring a Business Analyst and a React Developer
Challenge
A product company needed to strengthen its teams with two key specialists:
• A Business Analyst to collect and structure requirements, optimize processes, and support product teams.
• A React Developer to enhance high-load interfaces across core services.
Process
• For the Business Analyst role, 40 candidates were reviewed. All shortlisted candidates completed technical interviews, followed by several rounds of assessments.
• The React Developer search required more time due to high market competition. Over 6–8 months, more than 35 candidates were sourced and evaluated, with only the most relevant profiles invited to the technical stage.
Solution
• The Business Analyst was successfully hired within 2 months and immediately began building structured processes for business-requirements management.
• The React Developer was hired after a long but thorough search and technical validation, bringing solid experience with high-load applications.
Thanks to the Executive Search approach, the company received two strategic specialists: a Business Analyst who strengthened product management and a front-end engineer capable of advancing key user-facing services. This accelerated feature delivery and improved the overall user experience.
Case: Building the Back-Office Team for a FinTech Exchange
Task
An international crypto exchange was opening a back-office hub in Kyiv in 2023. The goal was to quickly assemble an English-speaking team of Compliance and KYC specialists. Candidates needed experience in the financial sector, strong English skills, and availability for in-office work.
Process
• Over one month, dozens of profiles from the fintech and banking sectors were sourced and assessed.
• A shortlist of several strong candidates was formed, and 3–4 were presented to the client.
• One candidate combined the responsibilities of Team Lead and Operations Manager, enabling the company to establish internal leadership from day one.
Solution
• The entire team was staffed within one month.
• New employees immediately joined the in-office operations in Kyiv.
• Compliance and KYC functions were launched without delays, allowing the exchange to scale customer support and meet regulatory requirements.
The client received a professional English-speaking team capable of working with international customers. This ensured strong compliance standards, stable operational processes, and a higher level of user support during the company’s expansion.
Case Study: Assembling a Team of 5 Penetration Testers for an AAA Project in 4 Weeks
Task
An international IT company was preparing a large-scale update of its cybersecurity team for an AAA project.
It was urgently necessary to hire 5 penetration testers and QA testers with proven experience in penetration testing, security audit, and the gamedev industry.
Process
We conducted a detailed session with the client's technical lead to clarify the tech stack, required proficiency level with tools (Burp Suite, Metasploit, Kali Linux, etc.), and soft skills requirements (adaptability, teamwork, analytical thinking).
We launched a targeted Executive Search via LinkedIn and specialised closed communities.
We identified 15 relevant candidates, 8 of whom passed technical screenings.
5 candidates successfully passed the technical interview with the client's team and received offers.
Solution
All 5 specialists started work within 4 weeks from the project's commencement.
Each of them had 3 to 6 years of experience in penetration testing, worked with CI/CD environments, and had experience in large product or gamedev teams.
The team quickly integrated and, in the first month, conducted a full audit of the client's systems, addressing critical vulnerabilities.
Achievement: PPower assembled a complete team from scratch within tight deadlines without compromising quality. The client noted not only the speed but also the high suitability of the specialists both technically and in terms of cultural fit. This prevented delays in product release and significantly enhanced the project's cybersecurity level in record time.
Case Study: Hiring a Fullstack Developer in 2 Weeks
Challenge
The client had a team comprised solely of outsourced developers who were failing to meet deadlines and code quality standards. There was an urgent need to find a reliable Strong Middle Fullstack developer within a limited budget to strengthen the team with an in-house specialist.
Process
We assessed the specifics of the project, the technology stack, and the client's management style.
We initiated an Executive Search via LinkedIn, targeting individuals considering a transition from outsourcing to product-based or stable in-house teams.
Emphasis was placed on candidates with proven full-cycle work experience: from frontend to backend, demonstrating personal accountability for results.
Solution
Within 2 weeks, the candidate accepted the offer and commenced employment.
The developer fully integrated into the client's team within the first month, taking over the support and development of the core product.
The client gained an in-house specialist who stabilised development and eliminated reliance on unreliable outsourcing.
Achievement: Instead of unstable outsourced developers, the client acquired a motivated in-house developer capable of handling key tasks and contributing to product development. This allowed for budget savings on external development and improved delivery speed.
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Full Recruitment Cycle
Search, screening, interviews, testing, and reference checks.
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