The technology sector in Greece remains one of the most dynamic sectors of the economy, with companies investing in growth, innovation, and their workforce. Despite the challenges associated with rising labor costs, compliance requirements, technological investments, and organizational adaptation—as well as the need to maintain high levels of productivity— companies in the sector maintain strong growth prospects and an increased intention to hire new employees.
At the same time, the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence and the growing demand for specialized skills are reshaping the way companies attract, develop, and retain talent. New technologies are creating different skill requirements, while also reinforcing the need for continuous training and reskilling of the workforce.
Randstad’s HR Trends Technology 2026 survey highlights the key trends shaping the present and future of the labor market in the technology sector. At the same time, it examines the business challenges and growth prospects for companies, strategies for attracting and retaining talent, the skills in highest demand, the role of artificial intelligence, as well as salary trends and employee benefits.
This year’s survey was conducted from October 2025 to March 2026 and draws on data from 127 IT and technology companies that participated in the general HR Trends survey (861 participants). The findings will be presented in a special webinar titled “HR Trends: The Technology Sector,” which will take place on Thursday, July 2, at 11:00 a.m., featuring Argyro Paroulidou, Talent Delivery Manager at Randstad Greece, and Lefteris Nedelkos, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant at Randstad Greece.
During the online discussion, the key trends shaping the future of work and HR in the technology sector will be presented, with an emphasis on the skills expected to be in high demand in the coming years, the role of AI tools in HR strategies, as well as the tech roles that are attracting the most interest from companies as we look toward 2026. At the same time, the discussion will analyze the challenges companies face in attracting and retaining talent, their level of confidence in integrating AI agents, and the practices they adopt to enhance their appeal as employers. You can register for the webinar here and view the survey findings in detail by clicking here.
Hiring Plans for 2026
Despite the staffing challenges they face, companies maintain strong hiring plans for 2026, with 66% stating that they intend to increase their workforce. The main driver of new hires is business growth, as 94% of employers report that they will expand their workforce to support their growth trajectory, while there is also an increased need to create new jobs (49%), new skills (44%), and expanding operations nationally or internationally (40%). At the same time, demand remains particularly high in IT/technology (95%) and sales (42%), as well as accounting/finance (25%).
The Most In-Demand Roles in the Technology Sector
The survey findings show that the greatest staffing needs for 2026 are concentrated in specializations related to data analytics, software development, and artificial intelligence. Data Analytics professionals, Software IT Engineers, AI Specialists, engineers, and IT developers are among the most in-demand roles, reflecting the accelerating digital transformation of businesses and the ever-increasing need for specialized talent in the technology/IT sector.
At the same time, employers are increasingly seeking a combination of technical and soft skills. Resilience, adaptability, and flexibility emerge as the most important skills (68%), confirming companies’ need to respond effectively to an environment of constant change. These are followed by artificial intelligence skills (57%), teamwork (54%), and self-motivation (49%).
Compensation, flexibility, and career development determine an employer’s appeal
Attractive compensation and benefits packages remain the most important factor in attracting talent in the technology sector, with 84% of companies recognizing them as a key element of their employer appeal. Ranking second is the hybrid or remote work model, which has seen an impressive increase compared to the previous year (75% versus 45%), confirming that flexibility is now a key expectation among employees. At the same time, career advancement opportunities (63%) and work-life balance (63%) emerge as key factors in choosing an employer.
To meet employees’ changing expectations, companies are developing a comprehensive benefits package that combines financial compensation with professional development and employee well-being. Among non-monetary benefits, training and skills development programs, the option for remote or hybrid work, and flexible work schedules remain particularly popular. At the same time, in terms of financial benefits, companies primarily offer private health insurance, meal vouchers, performance bonuses, and a company cell phone.
Employee Mobility and Reasons for Leaving
Workforce turnover in technology companies remains generally manageable, as turnover rates remain low for the majority of companies. Specifically, 77% of companies reported a turnover rate ranging from 1% to 15%, indicating relative stability in their workforce.
However, the reasons employees leave highlight the key challenges of retaining talent. The main reason remains receiving a better offer from another company, both in terms of compensation and working conditions (71%), followed by the search for more career development opportunities (54%).
The hybrid model will dominate the workplace in 2026
The hybrid work model is emerging as the dominant choice for tech companies in 2026, in cases where remote work is feasible. Specifically, 46% of companies state that they will adopt a hybrid model with 2–3 days of remote work per week, confirming the gradual establishment of a more flexible way of organizing work.
Moderate wage increases in the tech sector
The majority of technology companies planning salary increases for 2026 are expected to keep them at relatively modest levels. Specifically, 77% of respondents state that they will implement salary increases for their employees within the next 12 months, with most increases falling within the 1–5% range, while a smaller percentage anticipate increases of 6–10%. In fewer cases, higher increases of 11–15% are reported, suggesting that, despite a willingness to boost compensation, companies remain cautious in their wage policies.
Artificial Intelligence in the Technology Sector
The year 2026 marks the further integration of artificial intelligence and digital technologies into business operations, with companies becoming increasingly positive about their use. Specifically, 72% of businesses state that they actively support the use of artificial intelligence and plan to implement it more broadly, compared to 62% in 2025, while 20% are positive about its use in specific areas of activity. As reflected in the survey’s findings, artificial intelligence is expected to be utilized primarily in the fields of information technology (86%), marketing and advertising (53%), human resources management (47%), and administration (40%). With regard to human resources strategy, 57% of companies state that they intend to utilize AI tools with the primary goal of automating processes and increasing productivity, while 35% are investing in employee training and development to help them acquire the necessary AI skills.
The most significant benefits that companies recognize from the implementation of artificial intelligence include faster data processing and more accurate predictions (83%), the automation of repetitive tasks (79%), higher productivity (68%), and improved workforce efficiency (50%). However, the integration of AI also comes with significant challenges, the most notable of which are ensuring data protection (69%), ensuring confidentiality (57%), and the lack of specialized professionals with expertise in artificial intelligence (53%).