Hire Java Developers in Lithuania

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Why Choose Lithuania for Hiring Java Developers

EU Membership and Legal Stability

As a member of the European Union, Lithuania offers a secure and transparent legal framework. This ensures reliable data protection (in compliance with GDPR) and smoother cooperation with international companies, reducing legal risks and enhancing business confidence.

High English Proficiency

Lithuania ranks among the top countries in Europe for English proficiency. Most IT professionals, including Java developers, speak fluent English, which ensures clear communication, fewer misunderstandings, and effective collaboration with global teams.

Government Support for IT Sector

Lithuania’s government actively supports the tech industry through tax incentives, startup visas, and investments in tech education. This proactive approach has nurtured a thriving ecosystem of skilled Java developers, particularly in cities like Vilnius and Kaunas.

Affordable Travel and Nearshore Proximity

For European businesses, Lithuania’s geographical location offers the convenience of short travel times and similar time zones. This makes in-person meetings, team-building activities, and hybrid work arrangements more feasible and affordable.

Lithuanian Java Developer Market Overview

🕒 UTC+2 (Vilnius)

Time Zone

💰 $60,000/year

Mid-Level Salary

📍 Lithuania

Country to hire developers

💰 €3,600–€4,800

Average monthly salary (mid-level)

👨‍💻 ~3,500–4,500

Largest share of national talent

📍 Vilnius

IT Hubs

💰 €3,200–€4,200

👨‍💻 ~1,500–2,200

📍 Kaunas

💰 €3,000–€4,000

👨‍💻 ~600–900

📍 Klaipėda

Average Salaries of Java developers in Lithuania:

Junior Java Developers:

€2,400 – €3,200

Mid-Level Java Developers:

€3,200 – €4,800

Senior Java Developers/Architects:

€4,800 – €7,200

*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 Lithuania

Java developers in Vilnius

Vilnius is the heart of Lithuania’s tech industry, home to most of the country’s Java developers and international R&D centers. Global companies such as IBM, Nasdaq, Danske Bank, and Devbridge operate here, creating a vibrant environment for enterprise-grade Java development. The city’s talent pool is rich in engineers experienced with Spring Boot, cloud-native applications, and microservices.

Java developers in Kaunas

The city produces a steady stream of skilled Java developers familiar with enterprise and web development frameworks. IT parks and innovation centers such as Kaunas Science and Technology Park have fostered a growing ecosystem of software houses and startups.

Java developers in Klaipėda

Ideal for companies seeking to expand their development footprint in a cost-effective and growing region. The city benefits from expanding tech infrastructure and local universities investing in IT programs. Businesses hiring in Klaipėda can tap into a stable pool of reliable mid-level developers, ideal for extending existing teams or managing support and maintenance projects while keeping costs manageable.

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Types of Java Projects You Can Outsource to Lithuania

Legacy System Modernization

– Upgrade outdated Java systems and frameworks to align with modern standards.

– Lithuanian engineers are experienced in refactoring legacy enterprise applications and improving maintainability while maintaining business continuity.

Enterprise Application Support & Maintenance

– Provide long-term maintenance and optimization for large-scale Java systems, internal tools, or e-commerce solutions.

– Lithuanian Java specialists are known for their reliability and attention to detail — ideal for ensuring application stability, performing bug fixes, and maintaining high performance across core or secondary modules.

Cloud Migration & Infrastructure Transformation

– Migrate existing Java systems to cloud-native environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

– Lithuania’s growing expertise in cloud engineering and DevOps practices makes it a perfect outsourcing destination for scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud transitions and microservices deployments.

Fintech & Banking Software Development

– Design and build secure, compliant Java-based financial platforms.

– With strong fintech ecosystems in Vilnius and Kaunas, Lithuanian developers are skilled in payment systems, transaction processing, and regulatory compliance (PSD2, GDPR) — making them an excellent fit for outsourcing financial product development.

Data-Driven & Analytics Modules

– Develop data management, ETL pipelines, or analytics components using Java, Kafka, and Spark.

– Lithuania’s developers combine Java expertise with data engineering skills, providing efficient solutions for businesses needing real-time analytics or data integration between enterprise systems.

Internal Automation & Process Optimization Tools

– Create automation systems, internal dashboards, and reporting solutions to streamline workflows.

– Outsourcing such Java-based tools to Lithuania allows businesses to enhance productivity with reliable and cost-effective engineering talent skilled in backend automation and system integrations.

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How We Hire Developers in Lithuania

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Project Kickoff

We start by aligning on your project goals, technology stack, and team structure to define the ideal Java developer profile for your needs in Lithuania.

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Talent Sourcing & Screening

Our local recruitment team taps into Lithuania’s strong IT market and Mobilunity’s wider European network to source qualified Java developers. Every candidate is thoroughly vetted for technical expertise, communication skills, and reliability.

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Interview & Selection

You interview shortlisted Lithuanian Java developers to evaluate their technical capabilities and cultural fit. Mobilunity supports you throughout the process — from scheduling to feedback coordination — ensuring a smooth selection experience.

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Onboarding & Ongoing Support

Once hired, we take care of onboarding, HR, and administrative processes locally in Lithuania. Mobilunity continues to provide full operational and retention support, ensuring your dedicated Java team integrates seamlessly and performs efficiently.

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Other Popular Locations to Hire Java Developers

If Lithuania isn’t the perfect fit, Mobilunity helps you source Java talent across the Baltics and Eastern Europe. Explore other nearshore destinations and regional hubs that complement Lithuania’s strong digital ecosystem.

Eastern Europe

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Typical monthly gross ranges: Junior €2,400–€3,200; Middle €3,200–€4,800; Senior/Architect €4,800–€7,200. Exact rates depend on experience, project scope, and required tech stack — we provide live quotes for precise cost estimates.

How quickly can I hire a Java developer through Mobilunity?

Time-to-hire varies by role — junior and mid-level developers can typically be onboarded within a few weeks, while senior or specialized profiles may require a longer selection process to ensure the best match.

Can I interview candidates before hire?

Yes – we share detailed CVs and schedule interviews with shortlisted candidates. You retain full control over technical evaluation and final hiring decisions when you hire Java developers Lithuania through Mobilunity.

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

Lithuanian Java engineers are proficient in Spring Boot, Hibernate, Jakarta EE, Microservices, RESTful APIs, Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). They also have strong experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.

Do Lithuanian Java developers work in English and align with EU/UK time zones?

Yes – English proficiency is very high across Lithuania’s IT sector, and the EET/EEST time zone aligns closely with EU and UK working hours, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication.

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