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Romania

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Romania has a strong and rapidly growing tech sector, with Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara, and Iași as major hubs. The country produces a large number of highly skilled developers, particularly in systems programming and enterprise software. Romania offers competitive rates by EU standards, excellent internet speeds, and a growing startup ecosystem.

Capital

Bucharest

Population

~19 million

Language

Romanian

English widely spoken in tech

Currency

RON

Romanian Leu

Internet

84%

penetration

Safety

High

Global Peace Index: 1.55 (2024)

Cost

Very Low

Numbeo Index: 30.2 (2026)

Work culture

Romanian work culture is professional and increasingly Western-oriented, especially in the tech sector. Communication is direct. Remote work is well-established in IT, with many Romanian developers working for international companies. The tech community is vibrant and well-connected.

Hiring notes

IT employees benefit from a special income tax exemption, making Romania particularly attractive for tech hiring. Contractors can operate as PFA (authorized natural person) or through micro-companies (SRL). Social contributions are significant. International companies often use EOR services or engage Romanian contractors directly.

Remote jobs in Romania

Automation Engineer - Remote

Huzzle

India, Pakistan, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, Romania, Bosnia and HerzegovinaSoftware Development1 day ago

Restural - Operations Manager

JobRack

Georgia, South Africa, Romania, Poland, North Macedonia, Czech Republic$2,500 - $3,500 / monthOperations10 days ago

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