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A plan for retaining and attracting Russian IT specialists is proposed.
In Russia, the problem of outflow of IT specialists is becoming more acute, which can negatively affect the country's economic security. The way out of this situation may be to create support programs for "reverse" relocants. Such a proposal is given in the article "Human capital in the IT industry, economic security and technological sovereignty", which was reviewed by Izvestia.
The authors point out the need to provide support to citizens who have returned to their homeland in matters of employment and adaptation. The proposed measures include: assistance in finding a job, psychological support, provision of temporary housing and material benefits.
According to the press service of the All-Russian Research Institute of Labor, there is still a high demand for IT specialists in 2023. So, for the period from January to August, 120 thousand vacancies were published (about 15 thousand monthly). Employers especially value specialists with at least six years of experience, offering them a salary of 150 thousand rubles across the country and up to 200 thousand rubles in Moscow. At the same time, the demand for novice IT specialists is relatively satisfied in the market.
In addition to the return of specialists, the authors of the study consider the issue of attracting talented personnel from abroad to be relevant. In their opinion, it is necessary to develop programs for immigrants that ensure their rapid adaptation in Russia and the possibility of working in the IT sector.
Among other incentive measures for returning programmers who have left, the article indicates:
According to experts, there are a number of reasons that contribute to the mass departure of specialists. First, labor mobility is generally inherent in the IT industry due to the ability to work remotely. Secondly, against the background of a shortage of personnel, many foreign companies and states are actively luring Russian programmers. Add to this the international sanctions that encourage the outflow of intellectual capital from Russia. At the same time, companies leaving the Russian market try to retain valuable personnel by opening offices in neighboring countries and financing relocation. Third, until 2022, Russia lacked effective measures to retain and attract IT specialists. Only last year, benefits were granted, including a mortgage on special conditions and a deferral from the army for IT specialists. Companies were offered a number of tax incentives: a zero profit rate, the abolition of VAT for developers, reduced insurance premiums and the abolition of inspections until 2024. An important point is also that the main share of migrants is made up of young professionals, who make up more than 50% in the IT industry.
Experts note that the preferences provided can motivate specialists to return to their homeland. However, in their opinion, many left not because of working conditions, but because of the risks associated with sanctions. Despite their departure, many continue to work for Russian companies.
Another expert believes that the market should be equal for everyone, and relocants should not be given special privileges at the expense of the state. Based on current estimates, even if all the specialists who left return, there will still be a shortage of IT personnel.
In Russia, the problem of outflow of IT specialists is becoming more acute, which can negatively affect the country's economic security. The way out of this situation may be to create support programs for "reverse" relocants. Such a proposal is given in the article "Human capital in the IT industry, economic security and technological sovereignty", which was reviewed by Izvestia.
The authors point out the need to provide support to citizens who have returned to their homeland in matters of employment and adaptation. The proposed measures include: assistance in finding a job, psychological support, provision of temporary housing and material benefits.
According to the press service of the All-Russian Research Institute of Labor, there is still a high demand for IT specialists in 2023. So, for the period from January to August, 120 thousand vacancies were published (about 15 thousand monthly). Employers especially value specialists with at least six years of experience, offering them a salary of 150 thousand rubles across the country and up to 200 thousand rubles in Moscow. At the same time, the demand for novice IT specialists is relatively satisfied in the market.
In addition to the return of specialists, the authors of the study consider the issue of attracting talented personnel from abroad to be relevant. In their opinion, it is necessary to develop programs for immigrants that ensure their rapid adaptation in Russia and the possibility of working in the IT sector.
Among other incentive measures for returning programmers who have left, the article indicates:
- creating favorable conditions for working in the IT sector, improving infrastructure;
- develop the industry by supporting startups and investing in innovative projects;
- improving working conditions in companies at the corporate level, including increasing salaries and providing benefits.
According to experts, there are a number of reasons that contribute to the mass departure of specialists. First, labor mobility is generally inherent in the IT industry due to the ability to work remotely. Secondly, against the background of a shortage of personnel, many foreign companies and states are actively luring Russian programmers. Add to this the international sanctions that encourage the outflow of intellectual capital from Russia. At the same time, companies leaving the Russian market try to retain valuable personnel by opening offices in neighboring countries and financing relocation. Third, until 2022, Russia lacked effective measures to retain and attract IT specialists. Only last year, benefits were granted, including a mortgage on special conditions and a deferral from the army for IT specialists. Companies were offered a number of tax incentives: a zero profit rate, the abolition of VAT for developers, reduced insurance premiums and the abolition of inspections until 2024. An important point is also that the main share of migrants is made up of young professionals, who make up more than 50% in the IT industry.
Experts note that the preferences provided can motivate specialists to return to their homeland. However, in their opinion, many left not because of working conditions, but because of the risks associated with sanctions. Despite their departure, many continue to work for Russian companies.
Another expert believes that the market should be equal for everyone, and relocants should not be given special privileges at the expense of the state. Based on current estimates, even if all the specialists who left return, there will still be a shortage of IT personnel.
