Hakan Solmaz - Senior Software Developer

Q: Where is Hakan based?

Hakan is based in Vienna, Austria and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Hakan speak?

Hakan speaks the following languages: Turkish (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Hakan have?

Hakan has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Hakan has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 2 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months . Note that Hakan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Hakan's latest experience?

Hakan's most recent position is Freelance Software Developer at NÜRNBERGER Versicherung .

Q: What companies has Hakan worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Hakan has worked for NÜRNBERGER Versicherung and ConVista Consulting GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Hakan most experienced in?

Hakan is most experienced in industries like Insurance .

Q: Which business areas is Hakan most experienced in?

Hakan is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology , Product Development , and Quality Assurance .

Q: Which industries has Hakan worked in recently?

Hakan has recently worked in industries like Insurance .

Q: Which business areas has Hakan worked in recently?

Hakan has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology , Product Development , and Quality Assurance .

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Vienna, Austria

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Experience

Jan 2026 - Present

6 months

Remote

Freelance Software Developer

NÜRNBERGER Versicherung

Implementation of the 2026 product roadmap in the composite line (quoting and policy management)
(Further) development of insurance products such as accident, homeowners, commercial property, commercial contents, and general liability insurance
Technical implementation of product requirements in an agile SCRUM environment (from design to Go-Live)
Participation in enablement topics for private and business lines, especially introducing intermediary collection
Ensuring software quality through continuous error analysis and resolution across all project phases
Close coordination in the agile planning process and iterative detailing of requirements Structured knowledge transfer including documentation and ensuring sustainable maintainability and further development

Jun 2023 - Dec 2025

2 years 7 months

Senior Software Developer

ConVista Consulting GmbH

Execution of the migration of policy data across various lines such as commercial and homeowners insurance
Implementation using Spring Batch including data preparation, validation, and automation of migration processes
Focus on stable, error-free operations and ensuring data integrity during migration
Mentoring trainees in the trainee program (January 2025 – June 2025): Java development and Spring architectures
Designing complex backend systems with production-ready insurance solutions using Java, Spring, and modern web technologies

Jun 2021 - Jun 2023

2 years 1 month

Software Developer

ConVista Consulting GmbH

Execution of a modernization project: introduction of a modern policy and claims system
Implementation of functional requirements for travel insurance at Versicherungskammer Bayern (VKB)
Development and integration of interfaces to collection/disbursement, commission, printing, and partner systems
Focus on high-performance and scalable backend solutions
Combining technical excellence with clear communication for successful project management

May 2021 - Jun 2021

2 months

Software Developer (Java / Spring)

ConVista Consulting GmbH

Support in performance testing of an insurance quoting system at NÜRNBERGER Versicherung
Use of JMeter and Selenium WebDriver to measure server load and real user interactions in the quoting flow
Identification of potential bottlenecks and creation of meaningful reports
Technologies: Vaadin, Typescript, Angular, Postgres, Camunda, OpenShift, Maven, Git

Feb 2019 - May 2021

2 years 4 months

Software Developer

ConVista Consulting GmbH

Development of a Spring Boot-based partner system for insurance from scratch
First production deployment at the client Provinzial
Involvement in partner migration as well as implementation, integration, and optimization of system components in close coordination with business units

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Insurance.

Insurance

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.

Information Technology

Product Development

Quality Assurance

Summary

As a Senior Software Developer with deep expertise in Java, Spring, and modern web technologies, I build complex backend systems—especially in the insurance domain. My strength is combining technical excellence with clear communication to drive projects to success. Quality is non-negotiable. I am seeking new challenges where I can effectively apply my experience.

Skills

Java / Spring
Vaadin
Typescript
Angular
Postgres
Camunda
Openshift
Maven
Git
Solution-Oriented And Analytical Work
Proactive Approach
Effective Time Management And Prioritization
Realistic Execution

Languages

Turkish

Native

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2019 - Jun 2023

Vienna University of Technology

Master of Science in Computer Science · Computer Science · Vienna, Austria

Oct 2014 - Jun 2019

Vienna University of Technology

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Computer Science · Vienna, Austria

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 5

Experience in Insurance 7.5 y

Avg length 1 y 5 m

Longest experience 2 y 6 m

Expertise

Recent roles Freelance Software Developer, Senior Software Developer, Software Developer

Main industries Insurance

Main business areas Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

October 2025

Last Update

June 2026

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Where is Hakan based?

Hakan is based in Vienna, Austria and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Hakan speak?

Hakan speaks the following languages: Turkish (Native), German (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Hakan have?

Hakan has at least 7 years of experience. During this time, Hakan has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 2 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months. Note that Hakan may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Hakan be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Hakan would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Software Developer, Senior Software Developer, Software Developer.

What is Hakan's latest experience?

Hakan's most recent position is Freelance Software Developer at NÜRNBERGER Versicherung.

What companies has Hakan worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Hakan has worked for NÜRNBERGER Versicherung and ConVista Consulting GmbH.

Which industries is Hakan most experienced in?

Hakan is most experienced in industries like Insurance.

Which business areas is Hakan most experienced in?

Hakan is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.

Which industries has Hakan worked in recently?

Hakan has recently worked in industries like Insurance.

Which business areas has Hakan worked in recently?

Hakan has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.

What is Hakan's education?

Hakan holds a Master in Computer Science from Vienna University of Technology and a Bachelor in Computer Science from Vienna University of Technology.

What is the availability of Hakan?

Hakan will be available full-time from January 2027.

What is the rate of Hakan?

Hakan's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.