.NET Developers in Germany
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Gerd P.
Last position:
C# Contract Programming for Special-Purpose Machinery/Visualization Technology at Volkswagen Deutschland
C# Contract Programming for Special-Purpose Machinery/Visualization Technology
C# contract programming; .net; WPF, WCF, MVC, MVVM
Customization and further development of control software for special-purpose machinery (programming machine sequences), with corresponding interface connections to create a graphical user interface for the mechanical engineering environment (mapping scan processes in 3D)
Quality assurance before handover for use in the customer's live operations
Software, hardware and systems used:
- Windows 2003 Server
- Windows 2008
- Visual Studio 2012 and later
- Various customer-specific hardware and software
- .net Framework
- TFS
Karen M.
Last position:
Personal AI Engineering Project — Croky AI at Crocky AI
Product:
- Built a production-ready AI platform for generating brand-aware marketing images and videos from product data, user requirements, and uploaded media.
- Own the platform architecture, technical roadmap, API design, security, deployment workflow, operational reliability, and model-provider strategy.
- Developed the core platform in .NET and built supporting AI and workflow prototypes in Python, applying language-independent API contracts and structured interfaces between services and model providers.
- Implemented reliable background processing with RabbitMQ, persisted workflow state, idempotent handling, retries, failure recovery, logging, secure storage, authorization, and credit accounting.
- Made pragmatic build-versus-buy and model-routing decisions based on reliability, latency, cost, and maintainability rather than novelty.
Agent Orchestration & RAG Systems
- Built and compared agent workflows using Microsoft Agent Framework, LangGraph, and LangChain, including tool use, conditional routing, clarification steps, state management, and hand-offs between agents.
- Implemented reusable .NET components for agents, prompts, tools, model providers, structured responses, and retrieval with pyvector, making it easier to change AI providers without rewriting the core workflow.
Marina K.
Last position:
Independent Software Developer at LILARAUM
- Independently designed, developed, published, and maintained mobile games for iOS and Android.
- Implemented application architecture, gameplay systems, UI, monetization, analytics, and platform integrations.
- Managed the complete release lifecycle, including testing, store publication, production monitoring, and iterative improvements based on analytics.
Dilip K.
Last position:
.NET Technical Lead & Application Architect at Hays AG
- Devised a new Domain-Driven Design architecture for a core system: reverse-engineered a central component, refactored the data-access layer to minimise database round-trips (improving scalability) and migrated processing to async.
- Decomposed the platform into independent .NET Core microservices (database-per-service) with RabbitMQ pub/sub using the Outbox Pattern + Saga choreography, behind an Ocelot API Gateway (JWT, rate limiting, CORS, health checks).
- Delivered on .NET Core / Angular / SQL Server / EF Core with Docker and Azure DevOps CI/CD; implemented health checks and CORS; contributes technical designs for stories in agile Scrum.
- Sole ADR owner; mentored 3 engineers and presented architecture decisions directly to the Director of Corporate IT.
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
Manuel K.
Last position:
.NET Developer, SAP Business One Consultant at Own Projects
- DTO class generator: In-house development of a tool for the automatic generation of classes, functions, and methods for use in .NET Core projects based on SAP Business One Service Layer metadata
- E-invoice import add-on: Development of a SAP Business One add-on / coresuite module for the automated import of ZUGFeRD e-invoices as incoming invoices – with configurable mapping to flexibly control the import logic across four mapping types (DIRECT, SQL, FIXED, EXPR). The add-on is available as a licensed product for SAP Business One customers.
Stack: SAP Business One, SAP Business One Service Layer, coresuite Country Package, C#
Lutz E.
Last position:
Freelance Software Developer – GoPro MultiCam Control via COHN at Plutos Company UG
- Developed a pilot system to control and monitor multiple GoPro cameras
- Implemented start, stop, status, media, download and diagnostic functions via COHN endpoints
- Built camera detection, individual and group control, and stable session/KeepAlive logic
- Set up a download pipeline with a queue, retry handling and temporary files
- Ensured consistent session, folder and file naming for multicamera recordings
- Integrated provisioning, certificates and network operations
Michael T.
Last position:
Development of an app for displaying sheet music at Freelance Software Developer
- Industry: Digital music solutions
- Technologies used: Flutter, Dart, iOS, Android, GitLab, PlantUML
Thomas G.
Last position:
Senior .NET / Cloud Engineer at Freelance
Building an observability and alerting solution for Business Central Job Queue Monitoring
- Built a central monitoring solution to monitor the Business Central Job Queue in a multi-organization environment in Azure DevOps
- Integrated Azure Application Insights and Log Analytics for the structured collection and analysis of job runtimes and error events
- Developed KQL queries for targeted analysis of failed jobs and detection of error patterns
- Connected Grafana and Power BI to visualize operational metrics and job statuses in real time
- Implemented an automated alerting workflow with Power Automate – an email notification is triggered immediately when a job fails
- Ensured transparency into the status of productive background processes during ongoing operations
Result: Full transparency into failed Business Central jobs · Significant reduction in response time through automated email alerting · Stable foundation for the proactive operation of productive background processes
Technologies: Azure DevOps | Application Insights | Log Analytics | KQL | Grafana | Power Automate | Power BI | Business Central | Azure Monitor
Timo S.
Last position:
Developer (AL) & Consultant at IT service provider
- Development of an application suite for AppSource (7 apps) focusing on customs processing & compliance
Alberto G.
Last position:
C#/.Net Developer at Pean-IT GmbH
- Developed high-performance REST API interfaces in C# for Investitionsbank Berlin (IBB) using CI/CD (Git, Azure DevOps).
- Developed the "Pean Admin Center" using the Microsoft Graph API (backend: C#, frontend: Vuetify), implemented via CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps).
- Created low-code business applications and automated processes with Power Apps and Power Automate.
- Set up and designed the online shop for Pestalozzi-Fröbel-Haus (PFH) via Wix.
Hartmut S.
Last position:
Freelance Software Developer
- Replaced conventional database access with REST APIs using HTML (MSGraph, Powerbot) in Excel, Access, and C# applications.
- Designed and implemented REST interface integrations in existing Office and .NET solutions.
Thomas F.
Last position:
Senior Fullstack Developer at DB InfraGO AG
- Frontend: new development in Angular
- Backend: new development in ASP.NET Web API
- Database: modeling, implementation, and operation based on Microsoft SQL Server
- Requirements management, design, and implementation
- Deployment, maintenance, operation
- Knowledge transfer to internal staff
- Agile development (SCRUM)
Tobias B.
Last position:
C# Full-Stack Software Developer
- Developed a brokerage app for small vendors in sales and transport using C#, .Net MAUI, Azure DevOps, Blazor, and PowerShell.
Daniel F.
Last position:
Senior Delphi / C# Developer at Mazda Motors Europe
- Maintenance and enhancement of the DMS (Dealer Management System) developed by Mazda, as well as external interfaces to various third-party systems
- Management of service orders and provision of central components such as customer and vehicle management
- System design and further development/maintenance of the Delphi application using a Firebird database
- Creation and maintenance of SOAP/REST-based interfaces
- Technologies: Delphi, C#, .Net, SOAP, REST, Firebird, OAuth, Jira, DUnitX, Git
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.NET Developers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
20 years
Position duration
2.2 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
95%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Doctorate
5%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
96%
Based on our profile pool as of 15 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 .NET 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 15 Nov 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
.NET Developers experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (93%)
- Manufacturing (68%)
- Automotive (50%)
- Banking and Finance (46%)
- Transportation (46%)
- Energy (39%)
- Healthcare (39%)
- Education (36%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
What they build
.NET Developers design and ship business software in C# and the wider .NET stack. They build APIs, web apps, backend services, integrations, and internal tools that have to be stable, maintainable, and easy to extend.
- ASP.NET Core web applications and REST APIs
- Background services, worker processes, and message-driven components
- Integrations with ERP, CRM, payment, identity, and data platforms
- Refactoring, bug fixes, and performance improvements
Core skills
Strong .NET Developers understand object-oriented design, dependency injection, testing, and clean architecture. They write readable code, handle edge cases, and work well with product teams, QA, and operations.
Typical skills include C#, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework Core, SQL Server, LINQ, REST, JWT, and Git. Many also know Azure, Docker, and message brokers such as RabbitMQ or Azure Service Bus.
Where they fit
Companies bring in freelance .NET Developers when a product team needs extra delivery capacity, a legacy system needs modernization, or a new service must be built without adding permanent headcount. They are also useful for short, focused assignments such as API design, migration work, or release support.
In Germany, they often support software teams in industry, manufacturing, logistics, finance, insurance, and B2B SaaS. On-site work can help when stakeholders are local and requirements change quickly, while remote collaboration works well for development, code reviews, and handover.
What good looks like
A strong .NET Developer does more than write code. They ask the right questions, document important decisions, and keep the codebase easy for the next engineer to maintain.
- Delivers working software that fits existing architecture
- Writes tests and handles deployment concerns early
- Communicates clearly about trade-offs and risks
- Spots weak points in performance, security, or data handling
Typical specialisms
Many projects need a specific kind of .NET expertise. Some freelancers focus on backend development and APIs. Others are stronger in enterprise applications, cloud migration, or maintenance of older .NET Framework systems that still support critical business processes.
The right profile depends on your stack. A C# developer with ASP.NET Core experience may be ideal for a new product, while a software engineer with deep integration and database skills is better for complex enterprise environments.
Why companies hire freelance
Freelance .NET Developers make sense when time matters or the need is temporary. They can step into an existing team, take ownership of a clear work package, and deliver without a long hiring process.
This is especially useful for release peaks, migration projects, urgent bug fixing, proof-of-concept work, and team gaps after internal staff move on. The best freelancers adapt quickly to your coding standards, ticket process, and review flow without slowing the team down.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about .NET Developers.
A .NET Developer builds or improves software in the .NET ecosystem, usually with C# and ASP.NET Core. That can include APIs, web apps, backend services, integrations, database work, and bug fixing. In many projects, the work also covers testing, deployment support, and cleanup of legacy code.
Look for solid C#, ASP.NET Core, SQL, and Git skills first. Good candidates also understand testing, dependency injection, REST APIs, and how to work with cloud services such as Azure. If your system is older, experience with .NET Framework and migration work can matter just as much.
Not always, but the roles overlap a lot. A .NET Developer usually works in the Microsoft stack and often focuses on backend services, business applications, and integrations. A C# developer may be narrower in language focus, while a software engineer can be broader and cover more stacks or system design work.
A freelancer is a good fit when you have a defined scope, a deadline, or a temporary gap in the team. That includes migration projects, release support, feature spikes, or urgent maintenance work. If you need speed and flexibility more than long-term team growth, a freelancer is often the better choice.
Both models work well, depending on the project. A .NET Developer can usually handle development, reviews, and most coordination remotely if requirements are clear and the team works well with tickets and code reviews. On-site time can help when the project involves local stakeholders, workshop-heavy discovery, or sensitive handovers.
Expect working code, clear commits, and documentation for important decisions. A .NET Developer should also provide test coverage where it matters, help with deployment steps, and leave the system in a maintainable state. For larger projects, API contracts, migration plans, and handover notes are often part of the delivery.
Ask for examples of similar systems, not just a list of technologies. A strong .NET programmer can explain how they structured a solution, handled database access, tested critical paths, and reduced technical debt. Code review habits, communication style, and the ability to talk about trade-offs are strong quality signals.
In Germany, .NET Developers often support teams in manufacturing, logistics, finance, insurance, and B2B software. These companies usually need reliable backend systems, integrations, and tools that fit existing enterprise landscapes. The best freelancers can work with both technical teams and business stakeholders without losing detail.
The average hourly rate for .NET Developers in Germany is 89 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 714 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as .NET Developers in Germany, 95% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 60% hold at least a Master's degree, and 5% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as .NET Developers in Germany have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as .NET Developers in Germany are German (100%), English (96%), and Spanish (18%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as .NET Developers in Germany are Information Technology (93%), Manufacturing (68%), and Automotive (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as .NET Developers in Germany are Product Development (100%), Information Technology (96%), and Project Management (54%).
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