Expert view: Sebastian Adamczyk

At Dover Fueling Solutions® (DFS), I lead the development team responsible for DFS Anthem UX®, one of our flagship products, while also overseeing engineering operations in Poland. This dual role allows me to view Krakow not only as a software engineering hub, but also as an important contributor to the broader goals of a global technology organization.

Our presence in Krakow in its current form dates back to 2018. The initial decision to build a team here was driven by access to highly skilled engineering talent that could support our digital transformation initiatives. Krakow offered a strong technology ecosystem and a deep pool of software engineers, particularly in modern areas such as cloud platforms, including Azure. In practice, we discovered a community of engineers who not only possess strong technical expertise but also demonstrate a high level of adaptability and a willingness to quickly learn and apply new technologies.

In a global product organization, the ability to respond to continuous technological change is critical. The Krakow engineering community has proven exceptionally well suited to this environment. Engineers here are comfortable operating in fast-paced development cycles and adapting to evolving architectures, tools, and market expectations. In several areas, the quality and capability of the talent pool have exceeded the expectations global teams initially had when evaluating Krakow as an engineering location.

Today, our teams in Krakow contribute to the development of multiple products across the Dover Fueling Solutions portfolio. This includes software supporting fueling systems as well as solutions related to emerging technologies such as EV charging (EVC). These projects require engineers to work across different domains — from cloud software and data platforms to communication protocols that connect physical devices and sensors. The result is an environment where engineering teams contribute directly to complex, globally deployed products that support critical energy and mobility infrastructure.

One cultural characteristic that often surprises colleagues from other regions is how engineers in Poland approach problem-solving. There is a strong tendency to ask questions and challenge assumptions. Engineers here typically want to understand not only how a system works, but also why it was designed in a certain way and what value it delivers to the business. In practice, this curiosity leads to stronger engagement with the product and a deeper sense of responsibility for outcomes.

From my perspective, this mindset reflects a broader strength of the Krakow engineering community. Many engineers combine technical expertise with a strong awareness of business context and operational efficiency. Their contribution therefore extends beyond writing code — they actively look for ways to improve processes, optimize solutions, and create greater value for the organization and its customers.

For international companies considering building engineering teams in Krakow, the key is to view the location as a center for ownership and innovation rather than purely execution. Engineers here are highly motivated by autonomy and the opportunity to work on complex technical challenges. When organizations empower them with that responsibility, the results can be exceptional.