The European computer programming sector showed varying employment trends across countries in 2023. Germany leads with 444.34k employees, showing moderate growth of 3.53%. Poland and the UK, with substantial growth rates of 8.4% and 2.92% respectively, are also prominent markets. Notably, smaller countries like Portugal, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina exhibited strong employment increases, indicating burgeoning tech sectors. Conversely, Serbia faced a slight decline. Overall, the compound annual growth rates (CAGR) reveal an evolving landscape, with Central and Eastern European countries rapidly scaling their programming workforces.
Looking ahead, Europe's tech industry is poised for further expansion, driven by digital transformation, AI advancements, and remote work trends. Countries that adapt to these innovations and invest in technology education can anticipate continued growth in their programming sectors.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Computer Programming by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 444,340 | 2023 | +2.97% | +3.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 210,860 | 2023 | +6.47% | +8.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 208,590 | 2023 | +2.38% | +2.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 144,260 | 2023 | +0.3% | +0.075% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 142,900 | 2023 | +3.46% | +4.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 122,820 | 2023 | +5.06% | +4.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 106,770 | 2023 | +5.93% | +6.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 90,470 | 2023 | +6.41% | +4.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 87,740 | 2023 | +3.44% | +3.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 64,040 | 2023 | +4.59% | +4.85% | View data |
