Hire Java Developers in Latvia

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Why Choose Java Developers from Latvia?

Thriving IT Ecosystem

Latvia’s IT industry is experiencing significant growth, with over 2,200 IT companies employing more than 39,000 professionals. The sector contributes approximately $1.94 billion in technology exports, underscoring its global competitiveness.

Highly Skilled Workforce

Latvian universities, such as the University of Latvia and Riga Technical University, produce over 1,300 IT graduates annually. These institutions emphasize practical skills in Java, Spring, Hibernate, and other relevant technologies, ensuring a steady pipeline of qualified developers.

Competitive Salary

Hiring Java developers in Latvia offers cost advantages without compromising quality. Average annual salaries range from €15,000 for junior developers to €80,000 for senior roles, depending on experience and expertise.

Strategic Location and Infrastructure

Situated in the heart of the Baltic region, Latvia provides easy access to major European markets. The country is renowned for its robust digital infrastructure, ranking among the top nations for internet speed and reliability.

Latvian Java Developer Market Overview

🕒 UTC+2 (Riga)

Time Zone

👨‍💻 ~50,000

Talent Pool of software engineers

📍 Latvia

Country to hire developers

💰 €3,400–€4,500

Average monthly salary (mid-level)

👨‍💻 ~2,800–3,500

Largest share of national talent

📍 Rīga

IT Hubs

💰 €2,800–€3,600

👨‍💻 ~500–700

📍 Daugavpils

💰 €2,600–€3,400

👨‍💻 ~400–600

📍 Liepāja

Average Salaries of Java developers in Latvia:

Junior Java Developers:

€1,250 – €2,500

Mid-Level Java Developers:

€2,500 – €3,750

Senior Java Developers/Architects:

€3,750 – €6,600

*The provided statistics on talent rates represent market data collected during research conducted by our in-house Recruitment Team. To get a tailored estimate based on the specific requirements of your vacancy and the chosen engagement model, we recommend using the contact form.

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Top Cities to Hire Java Developers in Latvia

Java developers in Rīga

Rīga is Latvia’s primary technology and business hub, hosting the majority of the country’s Java developers and global IT centers. The city’s Java engineers are skilled in enterprise-grade software, fintech systems, and e-commerce platforms. With strong expertise in Spring Boot, Hibernate, and microservices, Rīga offers a rich talent pool ideal for scaling both backend and full-stack Java teams.

Java developers in Daugavpils

Daugavpils, Latvia’s second-largest city, is steadily expanding its tech sector with regional software houses and IT service centers. These professionals often work on outsourcing and nearshoring projects for clients in Western Europe, focusing on backend development, system integrations, and maintenance of enterprise tools — making Daugavpils a cost-efficient destination to hire Java devs in Latvia.

Java developers in Liepāja

The city’s Java developers often contribute to automation systems, logistics management software, and ERP solutions for EU-based companies. With Accenture and Baltic Amadeus active in the region, Liepāja provides a stable environment for outsourcing or extending existing development teams with skilled Java professionals experienced in agile delivery and backend optimization.

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Types of Java Projects You Can Outsource to Latvia

Enterprise Application Development and Modernization

– Refactoring legacy Java EE systems into modern Spring Boot microservices.

– Building centralized HR, ERP, or CRM solutions for distributed organizations.

– Integrating APIs and middleware for seamless communication between legacy and cloud systems.

Fintech, Banking, and Payment Platforms

– Developing PSD2-compliant online payment systems and digital wallets.

– Building credit scoring, loan management, and fraud prevention tools using Java and data analytics frameworks.

– Maintaining and extending trading or e-banking platforms for European financial institutions.

Telecommunications and Service Management Systems

– Developing subscription management, billing, and CRM integrations for telecom operators.

– Creating RESTful APIs to connect diverse enterprise systems.

– Building self-service customer portals and account dashboards.

Cloud Migration and Microservices Transformation

– Migrating legacy Java applications to AWS, Azure, or GCP environments.

– Building distributed microservices architectures with Spring Cloud and Kubernetes.

– Implementing CI/CD pipelines to automate testing, deployment, and scaling.

E-commerce, Logistics, and ERP Integrations

– Developing new Java modules for product catalog, inventory, or payment processing.

– Integrating ERP and warehouse management systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).

– Building custom automation scripts for order tracking and delivery optimization.

Data Engineering, Analytics, and Automation Tools

– Designing data pipelines and ETL processes using Java, Kafka, and Spark.

– Building analytics dashboards and visualization tools for business users.

– Developing event-driven systems for real-time performance and anomaly tracking.

Our Services for Hiring Developers in Latvia

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How We Hire Developers in Latvia

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Project Kickoff

We begin by aligning on your project goals, preferred technology stack, and team structure to define the ideal Java developer profile for your needs in Latvia. This ensures we target specialists who match both your technical and organizational requirements.

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Talent Sourcing & Screening

Our local recruitment team leverages Latvia’s growing IT market and Mobilunity’s extensive European network to source highly qualified Java developers in Latvia. Each candidate is carefully vetted for their technical proficiency, communication skills, and reliability to ensure top-tier talent.

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Interview & Selection

You interview shortlisted Latvian Java developers to assess their technical expertise and cultural fit within your team. Mobilunity supports the process end-to-end — from scheduling to feedback coordination — ensuring a streamlined and transparent hiring experience.

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Onboarding & Ongoing Support

Once you hire Java engineers in Latvia, we handle onboarding, HR, and administrative tasks locally. Mobilunity continues to provide full operational, communication, and retention support, ensuring your dedicated Java team integrates smoothly and delivers consistent, high-quality performance.

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Other Popular Locations to Hire Java Developers

If Latvia isn’t the perfect fit, Mobilunity helps you source Java talent across the Baltics and Eastern Europe. Explore other nearshore destinations and regional tech hubs that complement Latvia’s growing IT ecosystem and provide access to top-tier engineering expertise.

Eastern Europe

Latvia

Balkans

Slovenia

Montenegro

Latin America

Costa Rica

Mexico

Brazil

Chile

Argentina

Uruguay

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to hire a dedicated Java developer in Latvia?

Typical monthly gross ranges: Junior €2,200–€3,000; Middle €3,000–€4,500; Senior/Architect €4,500–€6,000. Exact rates depend on experience, project complexity, and required tech stack — Mobilunity provides tailored quotes for accurate cost estimates when you hire Java devs in Latvia.

How quickly can I hire a Java developer through Mobilunity?

Time-to-hire depends on role and seniority. Junior and mid-level developers can usually be onboarded within a few weeks, while senior or niche Java specialists may require more time to ensure an ideal match for your project. Mobilunity’s streamlined recruitment process accelerates your access to top Java talent in Latvia.

Can I interview candidates before hire?

Absolutely. Mobilunity provides detailed profiles and arranges interviews with shortlisted Latvian Java devs. You retain full control over the technical assessment and final hiring decision, ensuring your team’s requirements are met precisely.

What Java frameworks and technologies are most common among Latvian teams?

Latvian Java engineers are highly skilled in Spring Boot, Hibernate, Jakarta EE, RESTful APIs, Microservices, Kafka, and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes. Many also have experience with CI/CD automation, DevOps pipelines, and cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

Do Latvian Java enginees work in English and align with EU/UK time zones?

Yes – English proficiency is strong among Latvian IT professionals, and Latvia’s time zone (EET, UTC+2) aligns closely with both EU and UK business hours. This ensures smooth collaboration, real-time communication, and excellent workflow synchronization when you hire Java developers Latvia for your nearshore projects.

Client Testimonial

Mobilunity provides an excellent and efficient tech talent service. All my staffing requests, even for niche technologies, were fulfilled in a 2 to 4-week time period, with top-notch candidates. Besides that, I like the caring environment that the Mobilunity team provides for the developers and ensures that everybody is able to work without distractions.
I strongly recommend Mobilunity as a tech talent partner!