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Andreas Z.
Last position:
Transformation Architect / Business Analyst at IT Consulting
- Development of a comprehensive transformation model for IT departments and ITSM organizations, from operational stabilization through structuring and optimization to strategic advancement
- Design of a transformation matrix that connects development phases with the implementation activities Position, Focus, Model, Enable, Anchor and Develop
- Development of assessment, maturity and decision-making logic to determine the operational starting point, the appropriate entry point and the prioritized areas of action
- Structuring of an end-to-end approach from current-state assessment and target vision through operating model, roadmap and service modules to implementation and integration into steady-state operations
- Derivation of combinable consulting and implementation modules, including methods, deliverables, role models, governance structures and transformation paths
- Collection, structuring and prioritization of business requirements from the perspectives of IT management, service management and operational roles
- Translation of requirements into target visions, process and role models, decision criteria and traceable deliverables
Environment / Tools: ITIL 4, IT4IT, Operating Model Canvas, SIAM, maturity models Kanban
Fred H.
Last position:
Software Architect and Developer at Personal project
Recurring problem in my own AI-assisted projects: requirements analysis, use cases, and architecture decisions can be created quickly with AI support, but remain difficult to follow and scattered across Markdown files – knowledge is lost as soon as it is no longer in the context window. arknet turns requirements engineering and architecture knowledge into structured, verifiable data instead of plain text: requirements, use cases, and architecture decisions form a consistently linked knowledge graph, traceable from requirement to architecture decision – queryable by both people and AI agents. Technically based on RDF/OWL and a custom MCP server.
Result: Working MCP daemon, Docker image published automatically to GHCR, nine hexagonal modules, eleven ADRs (including an Open-Core licensing model). Requirements engineering and Ubiquitous Language hexagons are active. Public as a Community Edition under Apache-2.0 since 07/2026 (github.com/kogn-io/arknet), together with the Claude Code plugin and GHCR image; Open-Core model.
Label: Java, Maven, RDF, RDF4J, OWL, SPARQL, Model Context Protocol, Spring AI, Docker, GitHub, Git, Claude Code, Obsidian, DDD, Hexagonal Architecture, ArchUnit, JUnit, AssertJ, Interface Development, Software Architecture, Continuous Integration, Knowledge Management
Andreas A.
Last position:
AI Consultant & Digital Architect at TeamIntel
- Governed multi-agent orchestration for regulated, EU-based companies – self-hostable, compliant with the EU AI Act and GDPR („by design“), BYOM (own models/GPU).
- Two-gate governance: agent deliberation + mandatory human approval, complete signed audit trail; graduated autonomy model („internal → autonomous per skill“).
- Verified knowledge graph („Company Brain“) with source evidence for each answer; proprietary orchestration framework (Virtual Team Framework).
- Industry solutions for financial services: compliance monitoring, invoice and contract review; hands-on development with LLMs (including Anthropic/Claude), agentic workflows, RAG.
- Development of the governance-focused multi-agent platform TeamIntel (see AI reference projects).
Siegfried-Thor B.
Last position:
Independent AI Risk Auditor & Software Architecture Reviewer at Confidential Client
Conducted an independent technical assessment of an AI-enabled software platform, combining AI risk auditing, cybersecurity analysis and software architecture review. Reviewed application components, APIs, data flows, LLM integrations, retrieval-augmented generation, multi-agent orchestration, authentication, tenant isolation, dependency vulnerabilities, AI governance and model lifecycle controls. Authored a technical audit report with a structured risk register, source-code evidence, regulatory references, corrective actions, AI system inventory, risk classification, remediation roadmap and Key Risk Indicators.
Technologies: TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Next.js, Node.js, REST APIs, MongoDB, Redis, AWS serverless services, OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect, LLM APIs, RAG, vector search, multi-agent orchestration, Model Context Protocol, C4 architecture modelling, threat modelling, NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, ISO/IEC 23894, OWASP guidance, MITRE ATLAS
Tadeusz A.
Last position:
Lead Architect Enterprise Architecture & Security at CGI
Lead Architecture in an interdisciplinary architecture team covering enterprise, solution, NOOTS, cloud and security architecture as well as regulatory and European interoperability requirements.
Public / Government
Development and management of target architectures, principles, standards and technical guardrails; assessment of Security-by-Design, IAM, data protection and interface/integration architectures; architecture reviews, security assessments, risk analyses, and preparation of decision records, target visions, roadmaps and decision papers. Architectural knowledge and consideration of relevant AD-NOOTS requirements, particularly for IAM, authorization, secure integration and interoperability.
Technologies / Methods: Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, Security Architecture, Cloud Architecture, NOOTS / EU-OOTS, IAM, Authorization, Security-by-Design, API/Integration Architecture, Interoperability, Risk Analysis, Architecture Governance
Security and integration requirements as well as technical decisions are structured in reliable architecture and decision artifacts.
Tobias N.
Last position:
Enterprise & Solutions Architect
- Building an independent enterprise IT setup — cloud strategy, network, AWS landing zone, security requirements, contract negotiations.
- Migration of all applications; avoiding high contractual penalties for the client.
- Onboarding and coordination o...
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Enterprise Architects statistics
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Experience
23 years
Position duration
1.5 years
Positions per freelancer
19
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Automotive, Retail
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Marketing, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
80%
Master's degree or higher
80%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, Polish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 18 Oct 2026.
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Average rates for Enterprise Architects in Munich
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Enterprise Architects 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 (100%)
- Automotive (83%)
- Retail (83%)
- Banking and Finance (67%)
- Manufacturing (67%)
- Government and Administration (67%)
- Insurance (50%)
- Professional Services (50%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
Scope
Enterprise Architects shape the structure of business and IT so change can happen without chaos. They connect strategy, processes, applications, data, and infrastructure into one clear view. Companies bring in an Enterprise Architect when they need order across many systems, teams, or programs.
- Define target architecture and guiding principles
- Assess current-state landscapes and dependencies
- Align business capabilities with IT roadmaps
- Support governance for standards and exceptions
Deliverables
A strong enterprise architecture engagement produces practical output, not theory. Typical deliverables include capability maps, application landscape views, target-state blueprints, transition roadmaps, and decision papers for steering committees. In Munich, this often supports larger industrial, automotive, financial, and public-sector environments where many platforms must work together.
Skills and tools
An experienced EA needs broad business understanding and deep technical judgment. They must speak with executives, product teams, infrastructure leads, and security specialists in plain language. Common tools and methods include architecture frameworks, process modeling, solution mapping, and portfolio analysis.
- Enterprise architecture frameworks and governance
- Business capability and process modeling
- Application, data, and integration architecture
- Cloud, security, and platform alignment
- Strong facilitation and decision documentation
When to hire
Companies usually hire freelance enterprise architects when they face transformation, mergers, platform renewal, cloud migration, or unclear system ownership. A freelancer is a good fit when the work is strategic but temporary, or when the internal team needs an independent view. It also helps when the organisation wants a seasoned enterprise architecture lead without adding a permanent layer.
What strong experts do
Good enterprise architects do not stop at diagrams. They challenge weak assumptions, reduce duplication, and make trade-offs visible. They know when to standardize, when to allow variation, and how to keep roadmaps realistic for delivery teams.
Munich context
In Munich, enterprise architects often work with international teams, so English is usually the working language, while German helps in workshops and stakeholder alignment. On-site sessions can be useful for strategy reviews and governance, but much of the analysis and documentation can be done remotely. The best freelancers adapt to both modes and keep discussions concrete.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about Enterprise Architects? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
An Enterprise Architect defines how business goals, processes, applications, data, and infrastructure fit together. They map the current landscape, design the target state, and help teams agree on the steps in between. Their work is used to guide change, not just to document it.
Look for broad architecture thinking, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to turn complex systems into clear decisions. A good Enterprise Architect can discuss business capability models, application portfolios, integration patterns, and governance without hiding behind jargon. They should also be comfortable challenging assumptions calmly.
A solution architect usually focuses on one product, platform, or delivery initiative. An Enterprise Architect looks across the whole organisation and sets the rules and direction that solutions should follow. The two roles work together, but they solve different levels of the problem.
Freelance support works well when you need senior architecture input for a transformation, a review, or a temporary gap in leadership. It is also useful when the scope is specific and you want an independent view before making major decisions. If the architecture function is still evolving, a freelancer can help shape it without long internal hiring cycles.
Typical deliverables include capability maps, target architecture views, roadmaps, principles, standards, and decision papers. A strong enterprise architect also documents dependencies and migration choices in a way that delivery teams can actually use. The best output is clear enough for executives and detailed enough for implementation teams.
Both can work. Remote collaboration is effective for analysis, documentation, and roadmap work, while on-site sessions help with workshops, governance meetings, and difficult stakeholder alignment. In Munich, many clients prefer a mix depending on the phase of the project.
Check whether they can explain trade-offs, not just draw diagrams. A strong EA connects architecture decisions to business outcomes, keeps scope realistic, and can influence without forcing. References, sample artifacts, and a focused case discussion are usually the best way to assess quality.
Enterprise Architects are common in complex environments such as manufacturing, automotive, finance, healthcare, retail, and the public sector. These organisations often have many systems, legacy constraints, and ongoing transformation work. The role is especially valuable when multiple teams must align on one direction.
The average hourly rate for Enterprise Architects in Munich is 111 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 891 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Enterprise Architects in Munich, 80% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 80% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers working as Enterprise Architects in Munich have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Enterprise Architects in Munich are German (100%), English (100%), and Polish (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Enterprise Architects in Munich are Information Technology (100%), Automotive (83%), and Retail (83%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Enterprise Architects in Munich are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Product Development (67%).
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