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About the role
ERP work that fits your stack
ERP developers build and adapt the logic behind finance, supply chain, purchasing, production, and reporting. They work on new modules, extensions, interfaces, and fixes that keep core processes stable.
- Customise ERP modules and business logic
- Build interfaces to CRM, e-commerce, logistics, or BI tools
- Clean up master data and process flows
- Support upgrades, rollouts, and migrations
Skills that matter
A strong ERP developer understands both code and business process. They can translate requests from operations, IT, and finance into safe changes that fit the system design.
- SAP ABAP, Java, .NET, SQL, or similar backend skills
- Experience with APIs, IDocs, BAPIs, EDI, or middleware
- Knowledge of ERP modules such as FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, or WM
- Careful testing, transport handling, and documentation
Common systems and setups
ERP developers often work in SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle ERP, or other industry ERP systems. They may also build custom components around the core platform, especially when standard functions do not cover the full process.
In Germany, they are often brought in by manufacturing, automotive, logistics, retail, and industrial groups that need clean collaboration with internal IT and business teams. On-site workshops can help at the start of a rollout, while day-to-day delivery is often remote.
When companies bring one in
Freelance ERP developers are a good fit when the work is project-based, time-sensitive, or tied to a specific system version.
- A rollout needs local build support
- An upgrade breaks interfaces or custom code
- Internal teams lack a rare ERP skill
- A process needs a temporary technical owner
What strong professionals deliver
Good ERP developers do more than write code. They ask the right questions, protect data quality, and keep changes maintainable for the next release. They also know when to use standard configuration and when custom development is the better choice.
How to evaluate quality
Look for clear answers about system scope, test method, and deployment steps. A solid ERP developer explains dependencies, flags risks early, and writes code or configuration that other teams can support later.
Meet FRATCH ERP Developers
Jörg Meyer-Dulheuer
Project Manager MS Dynamics NAV
Last position:
IT Consultant at Boll & Kirch Filterbau GmbH
- Implementation and optimization of MS Dynamics 365 Business Central in India
- Consulting and setup of purchasing/sales/warehouse/production
Yahya Sabi
Odoo Software Developer & Consultant
Last position:
Odoo Software Developer & Consultant at KNAUER Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH
- Planning and implementing tailored Odoo ERP solutions to support and optimize specific business processes
- Configuring and customizing Odoo modules according to individual customer requirements, including process automation and data integration
- Training and supporting end users and administrators to ensure full use of Odoo features and to enhance user skills
- Providing ongoing post-implementation support, including troubleshooting, maintenance and updates to adapt to new business requirements
- Migrating data and integrating external applications into Odoo environments for a seamless, unified data landscape
- Analyzing and improving existing Odoo systems to boost efficiency and optimize the user experience
Timo Schrader
Business Central & Dynamics NAV (Development/Consulting)
Last position:
Developer (AL) & Consultant at IT service provider
- Development of an application suite for AppSource (7 apps) focusing on customs processing & compliance
Karl-W. Geitz
Web application for CRM, ERP, calculation
Last position:
Software Architect and Developer at Sensor Manufacturer
Consulting and development in a greenfield project for acquisition of sensor data.
The new solution is meant to replace an existing system, where most of the logic is hardcoded and which is primarily targeted to the German market.
The new system is meant to support international markets and the logic and configuration can be changed easily.
The new system has to support multiple time zones and international requirements and regulations.
Working closely with the in-house software architect, developing Enterprise Architect models, proof-of-concepts and implementations.
The complete system has a generative approach, where C# code, database, dashboards and reports are generated from compact descriptions.
The system is meant to be stable and secure. Encryption, hashing and signing are used throughout.
After extensive performance measurements and various evaluations, we decided to use the ClickHouse database, which provides excellent performance and rather good SQL compatibility.
Sparx Enterprise Architect, JAMA, Miro.
ClickHouse Database, Linux / Debian / Ubuntu, GitLab.
Docker, Cobasoft Log & LogVw.
Microsoft: Visual Studio, C#, ASP.NET, Test.
HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, JSON.
Edge, FireFox, Chrome, Chromium.
Code and HTML generation.
Harald Gebauer
Maintenance and Support for Warehouse Management System
Last position:
Maintenance and Support for Warehouse Management System at IHLE Tires GmbH
- Maintenance and support of a WMS (Warehouse Management System)
- Technical support for incoming goods, storage, order picking, packaging and shipping
- Maintenance of the WMS Cobol programs
- IBM i administration (IBM i / AS400 / iSeries)
- Scripting SQL scripts and stored procedures
Ronny Schrader
FileMaker/Mobile
Last position:
FileMaker/Mobile at MC Metall Chemie GmbH
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ERP Developers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years
Position duration
3.7 years
Positions per freelancer
18
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Finance
Bachelor's degree or higher
75%
Master's degree or higher
25%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Arabic
Speak two or more languages
100%
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Average rates for ERP Developers & Seniority distribution
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.
Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions in mind? Get key insights about FRATCH
An ERP developer builds and adapts the technical parts of an ERP system that business teams depend on every day. That can include custom code, integrations, reports, workflow changes, and fixes for process breaks. The best candidates also understand how finance, logistics, purchasing, or production work in practice.
Look for solid backend skills, good SQL knowledge, and experience with ERP integration patterns such as APIs, IDocs, BAPIs, or middleware. The person should also understand testing, transports, and documentation, because ERP changes can affect many connected processes. For SAP work, module knowledge matters just as much as coding.
An ERP consultant usually shapes the process and configuration, while an ERP developer focuses on the technical build. In practice, the roles can overlap, especially in smaller projects. If you need code, interfaces, or system extensions, you want the developer side covered clearly.
A freelancer makes sense when the work is tied to a rollout, upgrade, migration, or one specific system gap. An ERP developer on a freelance basis can start quickly and focus on delivery without a long hiring process. That is often better than adding permanent headcount for a temporary need.
The most common environments include SAP ABAP, SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Oracle ERP. Many projects also use SQL, Java, .NET, EDI, or integration middleware around the core system. The right stack depends on the ERP landscape you run.
Many tasks can be done remotely, especially development, testing, and bug fixing. On-site time helps during workshops, go-lives, and process mapping sessions, where fast alignment with business teams matters. In Germany, hybrid setups are common for ERP projects.
Ask for examples of similar systems, the way they handle testing, and how they document changes. A strong ERP developer can explain the impact of a change across interfaces, master data, and related modules. They should also be clear about dependencies and rollback steps.
Typical deliverables include custom programs, enhancements, reports, interface logic, test support, and technical documentation. Depending on the scope, the work may also include migration support, cleanup of legacy code, or help with rollout fixes. Good deliverables are stable, traceable, and easy for the next team to maintain.
The average hourly rate for ERP Developers in Germany is 95 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 756 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as ERP Developers in Germany, 75% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 25% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers working as ERP Developers in Germany have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as ERP Developers in Germany are German (100%), English (83%), and Arabic (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as ERP Developers in Germany are Information Technology (100%), Manufacturing (83%), and Professional Services (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as ERP Developers in Germany are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Operations (83%).
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Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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