C++ Developers in Germany
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Andreas W.
Last position:
Self-employed Software Developer at amw-software.net
Jens S.
Last position:
Network Technology at ISP, Internet Service Provider, BGP Peering
- Optimization of the transmission media of the data links in the Ruhr area
- Configuration/expansion of switches and routers for an autonomous system AS
- Improve the network protocols used Layer 2/3 (OSI model), RSTP, broadcast, etc.
- Laying cables, crimping, antennas, routers, switches
- Maintenance, expansion, selection and prioritization of troubleshooting measures for network monitoring (PRTG, The Dude)
- Organization and new connection of another BGP peering, data center, NGN fiber optic
- VPN IPSec site connections for 6 sites with PFSense, Fritzbox
- Configuration of WLAN devices (Mikrotik, UBNT
Label: TCP/IP, VLAN, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPLS, routing protocols, WLAN, EoIP, PPPoE, routing, SNMP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, native IP, VLAN, Ethernet, VoIP., switches and routers from: Nortel, Cisco, MikroTik, UBNT., network management systems: The Dude, PRTG, UISP
Omar T.
Last position:
Technical Advisor — AI Products & Solutions at ProActive Integrated Solutions Global
- Own the technical direction of several AI products in a product-owner capacity: shape roadmaps, guide the in-house development team, and provide oversight from concept through delivery.
- Act as the technical bridge between stakeholders, end clients, and vendors for a solutions provider (reseller and in-house products): evaluate vendor solutions against client needs, lead vendor discussions, and support sales and pre-sales with technical solution design.
Krzysztof G.
Last position:
C++ Software Developer at HENSOLDT AG
Development of new simulator features and extension of existing modules using C++.
GUI design and implementation with Qt for Windows, including redesigns to improve usability and workflow.
Maintenance and expansion of existing codebase: refactoring, bug fixes, and modularization to support new capabilities.
Version control using Git.
Performance optimization of simulation to meet real-time constraints.
Creating and maintaining documentation: technical comments, design docs, API references and user manuals.
Led a redesign that improved operator workflow and reduced task completion time.
Extended simulator architecture to support multiple new scenario types while preserving backward compatibility.
Implemented refactoring and modularization that simplified maintenance and accelerated feature delivery.
Technologies: C++03, Qt4.6, QMake, Git, V-Model, Windows
Talat Göktuğ D.
Last position:
Embedded C/C++ Software & Hardware Design Engineer at Fotoniks Military Electro-Optic Systems
- Designed power PCBs, analog video boards, custom Linux-based embedded systems, and NATO-compliant electronics.
- Developed ARM C/C++ firmware for communication and real-time control.
- Implemented UART, SPI, I²C, PWM, ADC, Ethernet and CAN drivers, along with timing-critical modules.
- Optimized layouts for SI, EMI/EMC, protection and thermal performance.
- Contributed to AI-assisted signal processing and target tracking via Linux embedded preprocessing.
Yan O.
Last position:
Software Developer (C++, Python) at Vaillant Heizsysteme
- Implementation of communication between heating system modules via the SOME/IP interface in C++
- Development of additional software components in C++
- Execution of unit tests and integration tests in the GitLab CI workflow
- Development of desktop publishing functionality
- Tools: C++, Python, Linux, Robot Framework
Michael S.
Last position:
Embedded C++17 programming at Stiebel Eltron GmbH & Co.
Connecting the in-house heat pumps to EEBus (in accordance with GEG §14a)
Support for Limit and Monitoring Power Consumption use cases
Linux Yocto 2.5.4 for armv5e / Yocto 2.5.4–4.3.3 for x86 target
g++ 7.3–13.2
boost 1.85 (Asio/Beast)
dbus-cxx 2.5.1
Boost.SML 1.1.11
CMake build management
KEO-Json-API 1.3.0
ktest 4.12.0 (Python Robot test framework)
Yusuf C.
Last position:
Senior Software Engineer at LeiKon GmbH
- Development of scalable backend applications with C#/.NET and Java
- Design and implementation of distributed microservice architectures
- Development and integration of REST APIs for industrial applications
- Development of modern web applications with React, Angular, and TypeScript
- Implementation of MQTT-based communication solutions
- Integration of industrial protocols such as OPC UA and Modbus TCP
- Development of batch, process control, and HMI components
- Containerization and deployment of applications with Docker
- Conducting code reviews and supporting architecture decisions
- Close collaboration with Product Owners, QA, and interdisciplinary teams
- Analysis of business requirements and implementation of technical solutions
- Further development of existing software architectures with a focus on maintainability and performance
Technologies: C#, .NET, ASP.NET Core, Java, C++, React, Angular, TypeScript, Vue.JS, MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus TCP, Docker, GitLab, MariaDB, MySQL, Linux
Alexander S.
Last position:
Freelance C++, Unreal Engine, TypeScript Developer at SaGuNi Tech L.L.C-FZ
- Developing a mobile Web3 game, CI/CD integration, software architecture, cloud infrastructure, backend integration, user authentication, AWS GameLift integration
- Tools: Unreal Engine (Android, iOS), C++, TypeScript, NodeJS, Perforce, Git, TeamCity, PowerShell, Google Cloud, Firebase, Cloud Functions, Google Billing Library, AWS Lambdas, DynamoDB, AWS Cognito, AWS GameLift, OAuth2
Alban T.
Last position:
C/C++ Developer on AIX Systems for SAP Kernel System Integration at IBM Research and Development
- AIX/Linux system administrator: deployment of LPARs (Logical Partitions) for SAP Kernel Development
- C/C++ SAP kernel development and integration to SAP HANA Database
- C/C++ programming and software integration, support for SAP kernel on AIX system; development and testing on SAP VDI
- Example: development of the ABEC Tool (AIX Build Environment Checker) to create SAP build environments for debugging process and benchmarking
- Benchmarking and test execution of SAP kernels (test from the communication to the SAP HANA Database and to SAP NetWeaver) on AIX
- Automate the SAP kernel build via Jenkins and benchmarking over crontab jobs
- New C/C++ compiler design and testing (based on Clang++ and LLVM)
- Customer ticket handling to resolve SAP kernel bugs and build failures
- SAP kernel development with Rust programming language, migrating some sub-kernel projects from C/C++ to Rust because of Rust's memory safety model, ownership system, and concurrency features
- Refactoring selected components in Rust and integrating them with existing C++ codebase via FFI
Kai W.
Last position:
Schwarz IT KG
- Migration of the software development process for medical technology software to the C/C++ package manager Conan and development of macOS-specific system components
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C++ Developers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
21 years
Position duration
1.9 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Manufacturing, Information Technology, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Logistics
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Doctorate
10%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Russian
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 10 Nov 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this role in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
Average rates for C++ Developers in Germany
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 10 Nov 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
C++ Developers experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (91%)
- Information Technology (82%)
- Automotive (73%)
- Healthcare (55%)
- Education (45%)
- Media and Entertainment (45%)
- Aerospace and Defense (36%)
- Energy (36%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
What they build
C++ Developers build software where speed, control, and reliability matter. They work on core product logic, device software, real-time components, trading systems, simulation tools, and performance-critical backend services. In Germany, they are often brought in for industrial software, automotive systems, robotics, and other engineering-heavy products.
Typical deliverables
- New C++ modules and features
- Refactors of legacy codebases
- Performance and memory optimizations
- Bug fixes and root-cause analysis
- Tests, build scripts, and CI support
- Integration with APIs, hardware, or native libraries
Core skills
A strong C++ Developer knows modern C++ well and writes code that is readable, testable, and safe. They understand object-oriented design, templates, concurrency, memory management, and debugging in complex environments. They should also be comfortable reading older code, because many projects still combine modern code with long-lived legacy systems.
- Modern C++ and STL
- Linux or Windows development
- Git, CMake, and common build tools
- Unit testing and integration testing
- Profiling, debugging, and optimization
- Clear documentation for handover and maintenance
Tools and stack
The exact stack depends on the product. Many projects rely on compilers like GCC or Clang, IDEs such as Visual Studio or CLion, and build systems like CMake or Make. Depending on the use case, a freelancer may also work with Qt, Boost, gRPC, OpenCV, embedded toolchains, or platform-specific SDKs.
When freelancers help
Companies bring in C++ freelancers when they need focused delivery without a long hiring cycle. That is common for migrations, urgent bug fixing, release support, prototype work, and specialist tasks that sit close to hardware or complex infrastructure. Freelancers also help when an internal team needs extra capacity without losing control over the codebase.
What good looks like
Strong C++ professionals do more than write code. They ask the right questions, keep interfaces stable, and protect performance while reducing technical risk. They can work with product owners, QA, and senior engineers, and they leave behind code that another developer can maintain. In Germany, that often also means working comfortably in English and, for some client teams, collaborating in German where needed.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about C++ Developers? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
A C++ Developer builds and improves software written in C++, usually in parts of the product where performance and reliability matter most. That can include new features, bug fixes, refactoring, testing, integration work, and support for complex builds or deployments. The exact scope depends on whether the project is product software, embedded software, or a backend system.
Look for strong modern C++ knowledge, solid debugging skills, and experience with testing and build systems. A good C++ freelancer should also understand memory management, concurrency, and how to work in an existing codebase without breaking stable parts of the system. For more complex work, domain knowledge in embedded, robotics, or high-performance systems matters too.
A C++ Developer is a software engineer with a specific focus on C++ and the problems that come with it, such as low-level performance, resource management, and native integration. A broader software engineer may work across several languages and layers of the stack. If your project depends on C++ directly, the more specialized profile is usually the better fit.
A freelance C++ Developer is often the right choice when you need specialist support for a defined project, a difficult bug, a migration, or a release deadline. It also helps when your team needs extra capacity but does not need a full-time addition. This is common in product teams that want fast access to someone who can start contributing quickly.
Yes, many C++ Developers in Germany work remotely, especially for code reviews, feature work, testing, and debugging. On-site work can still matter when the project involves hardware, lab equipment, or sensitive internal systems. The best setup depends on the product, the team setup, and how much direct access the freelancer needs.
A C++ Developer is a strong fit for performance-critical services, embedded software, industrial applications, simulations, and native desktop tools. They are also useful for maintenance of older systems that are too important to rewrite quickly. If the project needs low-level control or close hardware integration, C++ is often the right language.
Check how they explain trade-offs, not just code syntax. A good C++ Developer can describe how they handle performance, safety, testing, and maintainability, and they should be able to point to real examples of fixing difficult problems. Review their code samples, past systems, and how they approach debugging and collaboration.
Many C++ Developers do, but you should confirm it before starting. Embedded work needs knowledge of hardware constraints, toolchains, and resource limits, while Qt work needs experience with UI architecture and cross-platform application design. If your project depends on either, ask for direct, recent experience in that area.
The average hourly rate for C++ Developers in Germany is 86 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 687 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as C++ Developers in Germany, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 60% hold at least a Master's degree, and 10% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as C++ Developers in Germany have 21 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as C++ Developers in Germany are German (100%), English (100%), and Russian (27%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as C++ Developers in Germany are Manufacturing (91%), Information Technology (82%), and Automotive (73%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as C++ Developers in Germany are Product Development (100%), Information Technology (91%), and Quality Assurance (73%).
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