dHosting – challenging IT recruitment for a leading hosting provider

Tsiala Jobava

To accelerate the growth of their Dynamic Hosting platform, a solution that merges cloud flexibility with the reliability of dedicated servers, dHosting faced the challenge of recruiting a diverse set of highly specialized professionals under tight deadlines. This wasn’t a straightforward staffing effort; the company needed a carefully balanced mix of backend PHP developers, a system administrator, a DevOps engineer, and a senior graphic designer.

Each role addressed a different layer of the platform: from server reliability and deployment automation to backend performance and user-facing design. The hiring complexity was further intensified by the need for candidates with prior experience in large-scale, high-uptime environments, as well as familiarity with modern cloud-native toolchains. To meet these demands in a highly competitive talent market, dHosting partnered with DevsData LLC, a firm known for precision recruitment of senior-level IT talent across multiple disciplines.

Client overview

Founded in 2002, dHosting is a well-established European provider of high-performance web hosting solutions. Headquartered in Poland and supported by a team of 50 employees, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering secure, scalable, and reliable hosting services tailored to businesses of all sizes, from fast-growing startups to large enterprises.

With a strong emphasis on infrastructure quality and uptime, dHosting operates out of TIER-3 certified data centers, a classification that guarantees high availability and fault tolerance. TIER-3 facilities are required to have redundant and concurrently maintainable systems, meaning they can continue operating even during planned maintenance or unexpected equipment failures. To support this, dHosting’s infrastructure includes independent and redundant computing clusters, carrier-grade internet links, and multiple power sources per rack, including dedicated uninterruptible power supply (UPS) sections and an in-house power generator. This strong setup ensures nearly 100% service availability – a key differentiator in the highly competitive hosting market.

To maintain high-quality service delivery, dHosting partners with some of the most respected technology vendors, including Supermicro, Cisco, Microsoft, HP, and IBM. All software and hardware undergo rigorous in-house testing by a seasoned technical team to meet the highest reliability and performance standards.

Beyond its technology stack, dHosting has also been active in the global tech community. It has participated in major international events, such as the Web Summit in Lisbon, where it showcased its products alongside top-tier companies like Apple, Samsung, Pinterest, and Slack. The team also attended CloudEXPO, a leading cloud computing conference, using the opportunity to collect valuable user feedback and refine their offerings.

Project scope & objectives

The recruitment initiative aimed to fill key technical roles to strengthen the Dynamic Hosting platform. DevsData LLC successfully hired 5 specialists across four critical areas:

Each role was selected to address specific pain points in dHosting’s platform. Still, the real challenge lay in managing the diversity of skills required across infrastructure, backend development, DevOps, and design. DevsData LLC coordinated a parallel hiring process for all roles, tailoring sourcing and vetting to each profile while ensuring all candidates could work within a shared product vision. This cross-functional approach allowed dHosting to simultaneously strengthen its core architecture, modernize the UI, and accelerate deployment workflows, bringing lasting improvements across the entire platform.

Strategic recruitment approach

DevsData LLC implemented a multifaceted recruitment strategy tailored to dHosting’s specific needs.

“The strategy focused on sourcing top-tier talent with specialized expertise in web hosting infrastructure, backend development, and scalable cloud systems.” – Nenad H., IT Recruitment Lead

The approach addressed dHosting’s recruitment challenges, including sourcing candidates with niche skills, ensuring rapid deployment, and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the hiring process.

The approach included:

Targeted candidate sourcing:

DevsData LLC leveraged a combination of specialized IT recruitment networks, online platforms, and internal databases to identify experienced PHP developers, a system administrator, a graphic designer, and a DevOps engineer. Focus areas included candidates with expertise in high-performance hosting systems, scalable architecture, and cloud-based infrastructure management.

To maximize reach, the team engaged with over 300 potential candidates, filtering for those with proven experience in large-scale web hosting projects and familiarity with technologies such as PHP, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, and MySQL. As a result, DevsData LLC successfully generated a pool of 40+ pre-qualified candidates across all required roles, ranging from backend and infrastructure experts to design professionals. Candidates brought 3–10 years of experience in areas such as PHP and backend optimization, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Kubernetes, Docker), CI/CD pipelines, server security, and modern UI/UX design, depending on the role.

Rigorous screening process:

A comprehensive screening framework was implemented to assess both technical capabilities and soft skills, tailored to the unique requirements of the Dynamic Hosting platform.

For PHP developers, the evaluation focused on backend performance optimization, database handling, and API integration. A system administrator was tested on server configuration, cybersecurity protocols, and scalability of infrastructure resources. A DevOps specialist was presented with real-world scenarios involving the implementation of CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and infrastructure monitoring using tools such as AWS and Kubernetes. In the case of the graphic designer, the screening involved detailed portfolio reviews, with particular emphasis on UI/UX quality for web platforms and consistency in branding.

In total, 35 candidates progressed to the interview phase. Each candidate underwent a series of in-depth technical interviews, as well as cultural fit assessments, to ensure alignment with the company’s expectations, collaborative environment, and remote work culture.

Streamlined recruitment process:

DevsData LLC worked closely with dHosting’s HR team to align the recruitment timeline with project deadlines, ensuring the swift placement of critical roles. A structured recruitment workflow was implemented, cutting down the typical 50-day hiring cycle time for technical roles. Through parallel sourcing, pre-vetted candidates, and close coordination with dHosting’s team, all key hires were onboarded within 45 days.

Regular status updates and candidate feedback loops facilitated clear communication between both teams, maintaining transparency and minimizing potential bottlenecks. We built a focused, time-sensitive hiring plan based on real candidate data and platform knowledge. It successfully placed 2 PHP developers, a system administrator, a senior graphic designer, and a DevOps specialist, ultimately fortifying their technical capabilities and supporting the continued growth of the Dynamic Hosting platform.

Result

DevsData LLC successfully recruited and onboarded the required IT specialists, effectively enhancing dHosting’s technical capabilities across backend development, system administration, design, and DevOps.

To quote Rafal Kusmider, Founder & CEO at dHosting:

“DevsData LLC delivered excellent IT recruitment support, helping us fill key technical roles quickly and precisely. What truly stood out was the Lead Designer they found for us, the best we’ve worked with so far. Their impact on our brand and user experience has been significant. We’re very satisfied with the collaboration and look forward to working with DevsData again.”

Overall, the recruitment initiative addressed immediate skill gaps and established a more agile, efficient, and technically capable team at dHosting, positioning them for continued growth and innovation in the competitive web hosting sector.

Conclusion

dHosting’s collaboration with DevsData LLC proved instrumental in securing top-tier IT talent, enabling them to bolster the Dynamic Hosting platform’s performance and scalability. With a strengthened technical team, dHosting can innovate further and expand its offerings in the competitive web hosting market.

What’s next?

dHosting plans to continue refining its Dynamic Hosting platform by integrating new features, optimizing server infrastructure, and expanding its development team. With its technical foundation strengthened, the company is well-positioned to scale further and remain competitive in the high-demand hosting market.

DevsData LLC remains a trusted recruitment partner, ready to support future hiring needs with speed, precision, and industry expertise. Looking to build a high-performance technical team? Partner with DevsData LLC to access top-tier engineers, designers, and DevOps talent tailored to your business needs. Get in touch at general@devsdata.com or visit www.devsdata.com to learn more.