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

7 months

Remote

Freelance Software Developer

NÜRNBERGER Versicherung

Implementation of the 2026 product roadmap in the composite area (quotation and policy administration)
(Further) development of insurance products such as accident, residential building, commercial building, business contents, and liability insurance
Technical implementation of product requirements in an agile SCRUM environment (from concept to go-live)
Collaboration on enablement topics for private and business lines, especially the introduction of intermediary collection
Ensuring software quality through continuous error analysis and resolution across all project phases
Close coordination in the agile planning process as well as iterative detailing of requirements
Structured knowledge transfer including documentation and sustainable assurance of maintainability and further development

Jun 2023 - Dec 2025

2 years 7 months

Senior Software Developer

ConVista Consulting GmbH

Executing the migration of legacy data in various lines, including commercial and residential building 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

Carrying out a modernization project: introducing a modern policy and claims system.
Implementing business requirements for travel insurance at Versicherungskammer Bayern (VKB).
Developing and integrating interfaces to collection/execution, commission, printing, and partner systems.
Focus on high-performance and scalable backend solutions.
Combining technical excellence with clear communication for successful project delivery.

May 2021 - Jun 2021

2 months

Software Developer (Java / Spring)

ConVista Consulting GmbH

Supporting performance tests of an insurance quotation system at Nürnberger Versicherung.
Using JMeter and Selenium WebDriver to measure server load and real user interactions in the quote flow.
Identifying potential bottlenecks and creating meaningful reports.
Technologies: Vaadin, Typescript, Angular, Postgres, Camunda, OpenShift, Maven, Git.

Feb 2019 - May 2021

2 years 4 months

Software Developer

ConVista Consulting GmbH

Developing a Spring Boot-based partner system for insurance from scratch.
First production deployment at the client Provinzial.
Participation 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 strong expertise in Java, Spring, and modern web technologies, I design complex backend systems – especially in the insurance sector. My strength is combining technical excellence with clear communication to drive projects to success. Quality is non-negotiable. I’m seeking new challenges where I can leverage my experience effectively.

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

Technical University of Vienna

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

Oct 2014 - Jun 2019

Technical University of Vienna

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 6 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

July 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 Technical University of Vienna and a Bachelor in Computer Science from Technical University of Vienna.

What is the availability of Hakan?

Hakan will be available part-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.