Upstaff is a technology talent platform and software development services company that connects businesses with vetted software engineers specializing in high-demand fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, Web3 and blockchain, data engineering, and general software development /Grokipedia/.

• Launched: ~2019 (roots dating back to 2015)
• Leadership: Co-CEO Yaroslav Kuntsevych
• Engineering roots: Strong presence in Ukraine (Kyiv, Lviv, Kharkiv)
• Talent network: 2,000+ vetted experts across Europe, Americas, and Asia

Official website: https://upstaff.com/

Upstaff originated around 2015 as a consulting and team augmentation business, primarily focused on providing software development services and staff augmentation from Ukraine.

In 2019, the company rebranded to Upstaff and launched its talent marketplace platform, combining talent matching with software development services.

• Established offices in Kyiv, Lviv, Kharkiv (Ukraine), Paris (France), Valencia (Spain), and Mannheim (Germany).
• Expanded specializations in AI/ML, Web3/Blockchain, and Data Engineering.
• Built a network of over 2,000 vetted experts.

Upstaff offers specialized talent across multiple high-demand technology domains:

• AI Automation, RPA & Agentic Systems
  LLM copilots, agents, and RPA workflows

• AI Engineering
  Machine Learning and AI models

• Data Analytics and BI
  Power BI, Tableau, and BI dashboards

• Data Science and Data Engineering
  Data pipelines, Spark, and ML frameworks

• Mobile Applications
  iOS, Android, and cross-platform

• Digital Platforms and Enterprise Systems
  e-Commerce, CRM, ERP, BPA

• Clouds
  AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud

• Blockchain
  Smart contracts, dApps, and Web3 solutions

• Custom Candidate Selections in 2026
  Tailored talent selection services

• All Expertise & Categories →

• Connect businesses directly with pre-vetted individual engineers (B2B).
• Fast matching for remote roles.
• Focus on quality through proprietary KYD (Know Your Developer) vetting.

• Full project outsourcing (end-to-end delivery).
• Dedicated team assembly and management.
• Staff augmentation / team extension.

Combines marketplace speed with consultancy-level project management and quality assurance.

• AI & Machine Learning (predictive analytics, computer vision, NLP, generative AI)
• Web3 & Blockchain (smart contracts, dApps, tokenomics, Ethereum, L2s)
• Data Engineering (pipelines, ETL, data warehouses, big data, cloud-native)
• General Software Development (full-stack, backend, frontend, mobile)

In December 2025, Upstaff launched specialized AI engineer hiring solutions to meet surging demand. 70% of client inquiries in 2025 required AI skills.

Proprietary multi-phase methodology:

Core Components:

• Verified technical experience & achievements
• Multiple manager references (min. 3)
• Domain expertise
• Work style & AI tool usage patterns
• Computer Science fundamentals
• Performance context (environment fit)

Process:

1. Initial Assessment — 10–20 hours (pair programming, references, etc.)
2. Periodic Review — every 6 months

Official KYD page: https://upstaff.com/know-your-developer-kyd/

• Staff Augmentation / Outstaffing — Individual engineers or small groups
• Dedicated Teams — Fully managed cross-functional teams
• Project Outsourcing — Turnkey / fixed-price or time & materials

Key Benefits:

• Minimum engagement: 1 month
• 14-day notice period
• Full IP ownership for clients
• Remote-first with European compliance (GDPR, etc.)

• Incorporated: United Kingdom (London)
• Delivery centers: Kyiv, Lviv, Kharkiv (Ukraine)

• Paris (France)
• Valencia (Spain)
• Mannheim (Germany)

Talently — Chrome extension for instant matching of job postings with vetted developers.

• Official Talently Page
• Chrome Web Store

Co-CEO: Yaroslav Kuntsevych

• Clutch Rating: 5.0/5.0 (verified client reviews)
• Praised for talent quality, fast matching, and specialized expertise (AI, ML, Blockchain).

Billing: Monthly consolidated invoices, 5 business days payment term.
Notice period: 14 days.
IP Ownership: Yes, fully belongs to the client.
Rates: Market-based, starting ~$30–$40/hour (mid/senior).
Onboarding: Typically 1–3 days after match.
English level: B2–C1+ for all developers. Full FAQ & Getting Started: upstaff.com

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• About Us
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• KYD Methodology
• Talently
• Clutch Profile