Why NetRom Software continues to invest in technical talent

At NetRom Software, we believe that long-term success is only possible through continuous investing in technical talent. With more than 500 IT specialists working at our NetRom Campus in Romania, we have established an approach that fosters motivated, committed, and continuously learning teams. The outcome is reliable, high-quality solutions for our clients. This article explains how we achieve that.

Our IT specialists always come first. For this reason, we consistently invest in their professional and technical development. This results in developers who are engaged, skilled, and motivated, and who work every day with focus and commitment on delivering robust software solutions. By placing our people at the centre of our organisation, we ultimately create better outcomes for our clients as well. We refer to this principle as employee first = customer first.

Our approach to motivating developers

A motivated developer is more productive, creative, and committed. Encouraging motivation is therefore a structural part of our business philosophy. Within this philosophy, we have defined six core principles.

Insight into the full roadmap 

Developers are given access to the complete project roadmap. This provides clarity on planning while also offering insight into how their individual contributions affect the overall project. Our developers are more than executors of tasks – they act as sparring partners who actively contribute ideas and perspectives. This level of transparency increases engagement and leads to better end results.

A culture of open communication

We actively encourage open discussions about progress, challenges, and outcomes. Developers exchange feedback and share experiences, which strengthens trust, collaboration, and adaptability. In addition, we apply the principle of “shout first”: clients are always informed proactively and as early as possible about potential bottlenecks or risks within a development trajectory.

Innovative and challenging projects

Our specialists frequently work on challenging and meaningful projects that intellectually engage them and support their professional growth. Solving complex problems and working with modern technologies helps keep developers motivated and involved over the long term.

Knowledge sharing between developers

Through continuous learning initiatives and structured knowledge sharing, NetRom has built an extensive internal knowledge base. This accelerates the development of junior developers and ensures that teams can take over each other’s work smoothly. As a result, team members also develop expertise beyond their direct specialisation, strengthening overall quality and innovation capacity.

Recognition of top performance

Each month, we recognise the three best-performing developers. Assessment is based not only on technical output, but also on factors such as collaboration, communication, and willingness to continue learning. This approach values both technical excellence and positive contributions to team culture.

Autonomy and responsibility 

Our specialists are given the freedom to organise their work independently and take ownership of technical decisions. At the same time, responsibilities are clearly defined. This balance enables developers to make well-considered technical choices, supporting both innovation and software quality.

Development opportunities that make a real difference

At NetRom, talent development goes beyond formal courses and training programmes. We create an ecosystem in which professionals can grow across multiple dimensions of their careers.

Our training programmes are aligned with current market developments and emerging technological trends. In addition, our mentoring programme connects junior developers with experienced colleagues, enabling knowledge transfer to take place in a natural and effective way.

University collaboration: investing in the future

A key pillar of our strategy is close collaboration with leading Romanian universities. Our Technical Director, Mircea Negrila, is a member of the advisory board of a Romanian university. This collaboration goes beyond an advisory role: we actively contribute to the Computer Science curriculum, deliver guest lectures, and offer internships to high-potential students.

We also sponsor a university IT laboratory equipped with modern technologies. This lab provides both students and employees with a space to experiment and innovate, which is essential for keeping pace with ongoing technological advancements.

Early talent development

Effective talent management starts well before a professional’s first job. For this reason, we invest in identifying and supporting talent at an early stage.

• Scouting at secondary schools: We identify students with strong analytical and technical aptitude and an interest in IT at an early age and provide them with appropriate guidance and support.
• Internships and job shadowing: Students gain exposure to our professional working environment and develop a realistic understanding of the day-to-day work of an IT specialist.
• Financial support: For exceptionally talented students, we offer targeted forms of support, such as access to free accommodation through sponsorship arrangements.

By supporting young talent over an extended period – from secondary education through university – we build a strong and lasting connection. This long-term guidance helps ensure a smooth transition into a professional IT career within our organisation.

Results and Impact

Our investment in talent development delivers tangible benefits for both NetRom and our clients. The combination of technical excellence and intrinsic motivation results in high-quality solutions and consistently high levels of client satisfaction.

The IT sector is becoming increasingly complex, driven by developments such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, cloud-native development, and cybersecurity. We do not view these developments as cost factors, but as strategic investments that differentiate NetRom as a nearshore partner. Our developers are not only skilled engineers; they act as proactive partners who contribute ideas, drive innovation, and actively support the success of software development initiatives.

Interested in getting to know our IT talent?

Our motivated IT specialists combine technical excellence with a culture of continuous learning, open communication, and intrinsic motivation. Fill out our contact form and discover how NetRom Software, as a nearshoring development partner, truly invests in people – and thus makes a difference for your next IT project.