Un nouveau chapitre pour le bureau de Spyrosoft à Cracovie : entretien avec Zbigniew Marfiak 

Zbigniew has recently taken on the role of Site Manager at Spyrosoft’s Cracow office, bringing with him a clear vision for the future. With a focus on strengthening collaboration, accelerating growth and nurturing a strong team culture, he is ready to guide the office into its next phase.

Dans cet entretien, il présente ses priorités, les défis anticipés et ses plans pour aligner les personnes, les processus et la technologie. Poursuivez votre lecture pour découvrir comment l'approche de Zbigniew pourrait influencer l'orientation de Spyrosoft à Cracovie.

Quelles ont été vos premières impressions du site de Cracovie, notamment en termes de technologies et de types de projets qui y sont réalisés ?

When I joined Spyrosoft five years ago, my first impression was, to be honest, one of positive shock. Having come from a traditional automotive company that was largely focused on legacy technologies, I had not fully anticipated encountering such a concentration of experts working with the latest tools and architectures. Immediately apparent were not only the technical depth and breadth of competencies, but also the fact that these extended far beyond a single industry.

In one location alone, world-class expertise was evident in cloud platforms, AI and data, distributed systems, mobile applications and large-scale banking and financial systems delivered to global markets. This was complemented by strong cybersecurity capabilities and a proven ability to deliver projects in highly regulated environments, establishing Spyrosoft as a mature engineering hub from the outset, capable of handling complex, business-critical systems.

Quelles sont vos principales priorités en tant que Site Manager, et quels défis rencontrez-vous actuellement ?

En tant que Site Manager, ma priorité principale est de renforcer continuellement la position de Cracovie en tant que pôle d'ingénierie mature qui apporte une réelle valeur ajoutée, plutôt qu'une simple capacité. Pour y parvenir, je me concentre sur trois domaines clés.

Firstly, I focus on people and competencies, ensuring that our teams develop senior-level skills and strong domain expertise in key areas such as automotive, enterprise, HMI, robotics, and renewable energy. The goal is to build teams that understand the technology, the business, and the regulatory context in which our systems operate. Secondly, delivery quality and technological relevance – ensuring that the projects reflect the direction in which the market is heading. This includes modern engineering practices, cloud-native platforms, the pragmatic use of AI to enhance productivity and quality, and robust security measures, particularly in regulated environments. Thirdly, focus on long-term sustainability by building stable, resilient teams, maintaining flexibility during market fluctuations and aligning local growth with Spyrosoft’s long-term strategy.

The main challenge is to manage this evolution responsibly in a more mature and selective IT market. Clients increasingly expect consulting-level expertise and measurable business outcomes, while engineers look for meaningful, high-quality work and clear development paths. Another challenge is to keep pace with rapid technological change, particularly around AI, while ensuring that it is adopted thoughtfully and embedded into everyday engineering processes rather than being treated as a trend. I see these as an opportunities, because they encourage us to be more focused and intentional, and ultimately make stronger as a Cracow site and as part of the total Spyrosoft organisation.

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Quelle est votre vision pour l'avenir du site, et sur quels domaines vous concentrez-vous particulièrement pour le développement ?

My vision for Spyrosoft Cracow’s future is to establish the site as a strategic partner for the most demanding industries, renowned for its exceptional expertise, consistently high performance, and outstanding delivery quality. A key part of this vision involves adopting AI as a practical, everyday capability that measurably improves the quality and efficiency of software development. Currently, we are focusing intensely on integrating AI into our engineering processes to increase productivity, enhance consistency, reinforce testing and documentation, and ultimately deliver superior software more efficiently and reliably.

At the same time, we are determined to combine this efficiency gain with the highest standards required in regulated environments. We are deliberately evolving towards projects in sectors such as medical devices, renewable energy, critical infrastructure and defence, where compliance, security, traceability and reliability are non-negotiable. We aim to demonstrate that AI-supported development can be compatible with rigorous engineering discipline and regulatory readiness.

Looking ahead, I envisage the site growing in terms of its impact. I expect to see a steadily expanding group of senior consultants and domain experts who provide real advisory value to clients, supporting architecture decisions, regulatory alignment, and long-term technology strategy in the most demanding of domains. Under this model, Cracow’s office will be recognised as a trusted partner that combines deep domain knowledge, modern engineering practices, and cutting-edge AI tooling to deliver high-quality software projects where failure is simply not an option.

Comment le profil des projets et l'orientation technologique du bureau de Cracovie ont-ils évolué récemment ?

In recent years, the Cracow site has shifted towards more advanced, value-driven and technology-intensive projects spanning multiple industries. In the automotive sector, for example, we have largely moved away from legacy C-based development in favour of modern C++ solutions, higher-level architectures, and system integration. Our teams now focus on areas such as autonomous driving and advanced HMI built using the Qt framework, particularly for premium brands. At the same time, AI tools have become an integral part of our daily work, supporting coding, testing and documentation.

Medical projects are now a key pillar of our portfolio. We develop software for life-supporting and life-saving devices, for which the highest standards of reliability and regulatory compliance are required. We also deliver advanced geospatial systems, including mobile and web applications for large-scale map analysis, which are used by public institutions across Europe.

Dans le secteur de l'entreprise, nous combinons une solide expertise cloud-native avec une adoption croissante de l'IA et agissons de plus en plus comme un partenaire stratégique à long terme, en nous concentrant sur des plateformes évolutives et la valeur business.

Codibly, part of the Spyrosoft Group, is an important contributor to our capabilities. Its expertise in renewable energy and electromobility, covering standards such as OCPP, OCPI, OpenADR and IEEE 2030.5, strengthens our position in energy and sustainability projects. At the same time, close collaboration with other Spyrosoft offices, particularly with regard to our global partnership with Qt, provides our team with early access to new technologies and opportunities to develop high-impact software solutions.

Pouvez-vous partager des exemples de projets ou de défis qui reflètent le mieux la diversité et la complexité ?

Une bonne façon d'illustrer la diversité et la complexité du travail réalisé avec une forte implication du site de Cracovie est d'examiner quelques projets représentatifs issus de domaines très différents.

Un exemple provient du domaine géospatial sous la forme de travaux réalisés pour le Royaume-Uni Ordnance Survey. Nos équipes ont contribué à la développement, modernisation et évolution continue de l'écosystème OS Maps here, which includes native mobile applications, a web platform, a custom map-printing service and the cloud backend that powers the entire solution. The platform serves more than one million active users and boasts over three million registered accounts worldwide, and operates under demanding performance, reliability and scalability requirements.

The project’s complexity stems from the need to support a wide range of real-world scenarios, from offline navigation in remote areas to seasonal traffic spikes and ensuring long-term compatibility with map content purchased years ago. The solution meets these challenges by combining an offline-first architecture, resilient cloud infrastructure and a sophisticated geospatial data layer that standardises diverse datasets for routing and network analysis.

Un exemple très différent qui met en lumière une autre dimension de la complexité est un projet mené par Codibly dans le secteur de l'électromobilité et des énergies renouvelables. Le projet est axé surmise en œuvre d'une solution complète pour la gestion d'un réseau de bornes de recharge pour véhicules électriques. This includes a CPMS (Charge Point Management System) for monitoring, controlling and operating the charging infrastructure, as well as an eMSP (eMobility Service Provider) platform to support end users accessing and using the charging network. The project involves complex integrations with hardware devices, energy systems and external partners, as well as handling large volumes of real-time data relating to billing, availability and load management. Operating at the intersection of mobility, energy markets and regulation makes this work especially demanding, as it requires the use of industry-standard protocols to ensure interoperability, scalability and compliance across different regions and regulatory frameworks.

Comment la collaboration entre les équipes Spyrosoft et Codibly fonctionne-t-elle en pratique ?

La collaboration entre Spyrosoft et Codibly teams has matured significantly, and today they work as a well-integrated, complementary model. Initially, as with most integrations, there were differences in working styles, methodologies, and organisational habits. Over time, however, these were aligned through close cooperation, shared standards, and joint delivery experience. The teams now operate seamlessly, with clear roles and a strong sense of mutual trust.

From Codibly’s perspective, becoming part of the Spyrosoft Group has brought tangible benefits. Codibly has gained strong organisational backing, access to a broader technological ecosystem, and the ability to tap into a shared pool of highly skilled engineers when projects require additional scale or specific competencies. The integration also provides mature support in areas common to modern software delivery, such as DevOps practices, cloud and infrastructure services, and cybersecurity. This allows teams to focus more on delivering value to clients, while back-office and operational processes are handled by the wider group.

At the same time, Codibly has deliberately preserved and strengthened its core strengths. The company remains deeply focused on its core expertise in renewable energy and electromobility, developing proprietary software products and delivering certified, bespoke solutions for complex energy ecosystems. Codibly teams continue to lead in areas such as grid to assets connectivity protocols, charging infrastructure, grid and demand response programmes integration and energy management systems, while leveraging the wider Group’s capabilities where appropriate.

En pratique, cela signifie un modèle équilibré – Codibly conserve un haut niveau d'autonomie et de leadership dans son domaine tout en bénéficiant de l'échelle, de la maturité et de l'expertise transversale de Spyrosoft. Pour les clients, cela se traduit par des solutions qui combinent une expertise énergétique approfondie et spécialisée avec la fiabilité, la sécurité et les standards de livraison d'une organisation technologique de plus grande envergure.

Comment décririez-vous la culture du bureau, et qu'est-ce qui est le plus important pour vous en tant que leader ?

The culture of the office is truly distinctive. It is a place where people genuinely enjoy working together and feel connected to their work. It is particularly telling that employees come to the office willingly, even though they are not formally obliged to do so. This speaks volumes about the atmosphere we have built, which is based on trust, meaningful collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose. Teams here are highly engaged and aligned around common goals, motivated by the impact of their work.

A strong element of our culture is the drive to grow and learn. The people are naturally curious and eager to work with the latest technologies, especially at a time of true revolution in software engineering, driven by modern AI tools. There is a clear awareness that software development will never be the same again, and many colleagues want to shape this change rather than just react to it. They value the opportunity to experiment responsibly, improve engineering practices, and influence the direction of technology and the industry. At the same time, this culture is grounded in a strong focus on quality and responsibility. The most important thing is to deliver robust, well-engineered solutions and be fully prepared to meet the stringent requirements of critical and regulated industries. This mindset is deeply embedded in how teams think and work, from design and development to testing and validation.

As a leader, maintaining this balance is most important to me: fostering an environment in which people feel inspired, trusted and empowered to innovate, while also safeguarding the discipline, quality focus and professional standards required for our most demanding projects. My role is to create conditions that enable talented individuals to produce meaningful, technically excellent work that has a real impact in areas where reliability and quality matter most.

Pour terminer, pourriez-vous nous en dire un peu plus sur votre parcours personnel jusqu'au poste de Site Manager et sur ce qui vous a motivé à assumer ce rôle ?

Becoming the Site Manager was a natural progression from my previous experience. I spent many years working in the automotive industry, collaborating closely with engineering teams on projects that demanded the highest standards of quality, precision and discipline. This background has had a lasting impact on my approach to software development and responsibility.

When I joined Spyrosoft five years ago, I initially focused on building teams and supporting complex projects. Over time, I became increasingly involved in shaping the overall operations of the Cracow site, which gradually expanded my role. Taking on the role of Site Manager felt like a natural progression, driven by my desire to create an environment where engineers can grow and collaborate effectively to deliver reliable solutions in challenging and meaningful areas.

Si cette approche vous parle et que vous recherchez un environnement où votre expertise peut véritablement avoir un impact, ou où vous pouvez atteindre ce niveau, c'est le bon moment pour y regarder de plus près. Découvrez nos postes ouverts chez Spyrosoft Cracovie et découvrez où votre expérience et vos ambitions pourraient s'inscrire au sein de l'équipe !