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Paul Francis

Co-Founder & CEO | Data Engineering & AI Staffing Expert

Paul Francis is the Co-Founder and CEO of Uvik Software, a specialized staff augmentation firm connecting US and European startups with elite Python & Data Engineering talent.

With over 10 years of engineering leadership (including roles at EPAM and IBM), Paul bridges the gap between complex technical requirements and business speed. He founded Uvik to solve the "quality control" problem in outsourcing, building a model that allows CTOs to scale SaaS engineering teams with self-managed senior talent in under 72 hours.

Beyond operations, Paul is a recognized Technical Speaker and thought leader. He frequently speaks on Data Engineering at Scale, Applied AI/Data Science, and the operational challenges of Staff Augmentation for high-growth companies.

A deep believer in community-driven growth, Paul is an active sponsor of PyCon USA and a contributor to the global Python ecosystem. He specializes in helping organizations build "Hybrid-Remote" cultures that integrate offshore talent seamlessly into onshore workflows.

πŸ“© Looking to scale your engineering team? Get in touch at [email protected]

Keynote Speaking Topics

  • 🎀 Data Engineering & Science
  • πŸ€– Applied AI Implementation
  • πŸ“ˆ Scaling SaaS Teams
  • 🐍 Python Ecosystems
  • πŸ‘₯ Strategic Staff Augmentation

Credentials

  • πŸ† Official Sponsor: PyCon USA
  • πŸŽ“ Experience: 10+ Years (Ex-IBM/EPAM)
  • ⭐ Rated: Top B2B Provider (Clutch)

Job title
Co-founder & CEO
Company
Uvik Software
Location
Prague, Czech Republic
Favorite topics
Startups, Python, Django, Data Engineering, Data Science, AI

Posts

Go vs Python in 2026: Which Language Should You Choose?

Go vs Python in 2026: Which Language Should You Choose?

Quick answer: Choose Go for high-concurrency network services, command-line tools and cloud infrastructure, where runtime speed and low memory matter. Choose Python for AI and...

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Python vs Other Programming Languages in 2026: Detailed Comparison

You may be wondering how Python is different from other languages. Over decades, Python has been known as one of the most popular options for...

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Offshore Software Development Rates by Country: 2026 Cost Guide

Quick answer: Offshore software developer hourly rates in 2026 range from $15–$120/hr depending on region and seniority. Eastern Europe averages $37/hr (senior: $55–70+). Latin America...

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Upwork, Toptal, Arc vs Uvik: How to find top talents

Finding a professional developer who meets all project requirements is becoming a more challenging task. It’s not just about filling a position but about finding...

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