Our client is a fast-growing Polish gaming startup developing immersive and engaging desktop games alongside a matchmaking system for tournaments. To accelerate product development, they needed a skilled Unity Game Developer on board quickly. This was a critical hire – and thanks to Itentio’s proven process, the Unity Game Developer recruitment was successfully completed in just 5 days, from shortlist to signed offer.
Key Details about Our Partner
- Type of Company: Gaming Startup (Product Company)
- Type of Business: B2C, B2B2C
- Industry: Gaming / eSports
- Headcount: 10+ employees
- Headquarters: Poland
- Duration of cooperation: Since 2024 and ongoing
The Main Challenge: Unity Game Developer Recruitment
The company faced an urgent hiring need for a Unity Game Developer who could:
- Design and implement new gameplay features and mechanics.
- Ensure high performance and smooth integration of systems.
- Work effectively within a fast-paced startup environment.
Key requirements for the role included:
- Proven experience in Unity 3D development and game design.
- Strong understanding of gameplay systems and optimization.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Availability to join quickly to avoid delays in upcoming releases.
The challenge was clear: complete the recruitment process within a very limited timeframe, ideally within just a few days.
The Solution Itentio IT Recruitment Delivered to Gaming Startup
We launched the recruitment immediately after the role was opened on September 1st (evening).
Our approach included:
- Requirement Analysis: A rapid alignment session with the startup team to define technical scope and desired experience.
- Market Mapping: Quick benchmarking of Unity developer availability and compensation expectations in Poland.
- Targeted Sourcing: Immediate outreach to our vetted talent pool of Unity Game Developers.
- Screening & Evaluations: 3 candidates were screened in depth, focusing on Unity expertise, portfolio quality, and cultural fit.
- Candidate Presentation: 2 highly skilled candidates were submitted to the client on September 2nd and 3rd, complete with our evaluation notes.
- Interview Coordination: Candidate interviews were organized for September 4-5th, ensuring swift scheduling and smooth communication.
- Offer Support: By the afternoon of September 5th, the client extended an offer to the strongest candidate, who accepted the same day.
The Results: A Successful Unity Game Developer Hire in Just 5 Days
The recruitment timeline speaks for itself:
- September 1: Role opened in the evening
- September 2–3: 3 candidates screened, 2 presented to the client
- September 4–5: Interviews conducted
- September 5 (afternoon): Offer extended and accepted
- 1 Unity Game Developer successfully hired in just 5 calendar days
Key metrics:
- Time to Hire: Just 3 calendar days from profile submission to signed offer
- Time to Fill: Less than 5 full calendar days from vacancy open to role closed
- Qualified Candidates Submitted: 2 (two) highly qualified Unity Game Developers with relevant gaming expertise
- Offer accepted: Same day as final interview
- Start date: Within days of offer acceptance
The hired candidate brought not only strong Unity development skills, but also the right mindset and cultural fit to thrive in the startup’s fast-moving environment.
Why Itentio?
Our tailored and efficient tech recruitment process allowed the startup to meet its urgent hiring need without compromising on quality. By combining speed, precision, and access to Poland’s top gaming talent, we ensured our client could keep product milestones on track.
Looking to hire tech and gaming experts in Poland?
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