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Hans-Heinrich Wegemund
Last position:
Senior AI Product Engineer | Flutter · MVP · Agentic Engineering at struppilog.com
struppilog.com – Digital health record for pets / MVP → Full Product
Design, development, and full further development of a digital health platform for pets – from my own MVP development to a fully built and production-ready platform.
Independent concept and development of the MVP Development of the full application with Flutter/Dart and Firebase Expansion of the MVP into a full digital health record with health data, findings, allergies, medications, documents, and emergency data Development of user registration, authentication, roles, data models, and secure user interactions Implementation of QR-code-based data exchange and digital interaction features Development of a multilingual, responsive web application Integration of AI-supported features and AI/agentic workflows Development and continuous improvement of product logic, UX/UI, and technical architecture Building and expanding a scalable cloud-based solution with Firebase Integration and further development of APIs and external services Use of AI-native / agentic engineering to speed up development, testing, debugging, and product iteration Independent implementation of all other features and technical extensions Continuous further development of the MVP into a full digital product
Impact: The MVP I built myself was continuously developed technically and functionally into a broad, production-ready platform – including frontend, backend, data model, authentication, UX/UI, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and ongoing product development.
Cristian Serje Reyes
Last position:
Team Lead Mobile Native Apps at Check24 GmbH
- Built and managed a high-performing native app team (Android & iOS) from scratch
- Modernized the finance application with new features, leveraging Kotlin, Java, and Spring Boot microservices
- Introduced and scaled backend services enabling secure, high-traffic financial transactions for millions of users
- Improved development efficiency with custom tools for crash reporting, CI/CD pipelines, and release management
- Led recruitment, coaching, and mentoring of developers, fostering professional growth and cross-functional collaboration
Jürgen Hertweck
Last position:
iOS App Development (AI-based) at Refreco GmbH
- Development of iOS apps in Swift
- AI-supported SW development using Vibe Coding with Claude Code
- Web applications through Vibe Programming
- Use of Swift, Xcode 15, Claude Code, Proxmox, GitLab, Visual Studio Code, Cursor, Doors, ClearCase
- Use of MS Project, OpenShift, Docker, Project Server, PageMaker, CRM, MS SQL Server
- SW techniques: UML, BPMN 2.0, ERD, client/server technology
M Samy Hussein
Last position:
Android Developer at Check24 GmbH
- Developed and maintained the large-scale Check24 car insurance native Android app serving millions of users using Jetpack Compose.
- Owned the end-to-end implementation of new features, including planning, development, and delivery in an Agile/Scrum environment.
- Refactored legacy Java code into a modern Compose architecture, improving maintainability and long-term scalability.
- Performed code reviews for team members via Bitbucket, ensuring code quality, architectural consistency, and Kotlin best practices.
Jewgenij Steinhart
Last position:
Mobile Engineer at ginlo.net Gesellschaft für Datenkommunikation mbH
- Development of the ginlo Messenger client, emphasizing stringent data protection compliance as mandated by German legislation.
Ilker Baltaci
Last position:
Freelance Mobile Developer at B+S Banksysteme AG
Developed the SecureMessaging Android and iOS app (authorization medium) to approve transactions in M.M.Warburg Bank's online banking.
Developed a performance-optimized stock trading app for iOS and Android.
Designed architecture for scalable white-label applications in the iOS and Android environment for banks and financial institutions.
Refactored outdated libraries and modernized the codebase of existing apps.
Migrated from XML to Jetpack Compose (Android) and from Xib/Storyboards to SwiftUI (iOS).
Advised on security issues and implemented CI pipelines to optimize workflows.
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Mobile Developers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years (Germany: 16 years)
Position duration
2.5 years (Germany: 2.3 years)
Positions per freelancer
13 (Germany: 11)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Automotive, Banking and Finance
Bachelor's degree or higher
75% (Germany: 85%)
Master's degree or higher
50% (Germany: 40%)
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 96%)
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates for Mobile Developers in Munich
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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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the role
App delivery
Mobile developers build and improve apps for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices. They turn product ideas into usable screens, stable logic, and clean release builds. Typical work includes new app features, bug fixing, performance tuning, API integration, offline mode, push notifications, and store submissions.
Core skills
- Swift, Kotlin, Java, or JavaScript-based mobile stacks
- iOS and Android app architecture
- Flutter or React Native for cross-platform builds
- API integration, authentication, and state handling
- Testing, debugging, and crash analysis
- App Store and Google Play release workflows
When to hire
Companies bring in a freelance mobile app developer when a product team needs extra capacity, a fast fix for a release issue, or help with a new app track. It also makes sense when a permanent hire would take too long or when a specialist is needed for one platform only. In Munich, this often comes up for startups, B2B software teams, and companies building internal tools, customer apps, or service apps.
Common stacks
A strong mobile engineer knows the trade-offs between native and cross-platform work. Some projects need deep native features such as camera use, Bluetooth, geolocation, in-app payments, or background sync. Others need one codebase across platforms with Flutter or React Native. Good freelancers also understand app store review rules, device testing, and how to work with designers, backend engineers, and product owners.
What good looks like
A strong Mobile Developer writes readable code, asks clear questions, and keeps the app stable under real user conditions. They can explain technical choices in plain language and can join an existing codebase without slowing the team down.
- Delivers working features, not just concepts
- Spots risks early in the release cycle
- Improves existing code without breaking it
- Communicates clearly with product and backend teams
Working model
Freelance mobile work can be remote, on-site, or mixed. For teams in Munich, on-site sessions can help with workshops, handover, and release planning, while daily build work often fits remote delivery well. German is useful in some companies, but many product and engineering teams work comfortably in English.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about Mobile Developers — answered in short.
A Mobile Developer builds, updates, and maintains apps for iOS and Android. That can include new screens, API connections, push notifications, login flows, crash fixes, performance work, and app store releases. On freelance projects, they often join at a specific point in the lifecycle, such as a new feature push or a release rescue.
Not always. A mobile app developer can work across both platforms, while an iOS developer or Android developer usually focuses on one ecosystem. In practice, the titles can overlap when the project uses Flutter or React Native, or when one person covers a smaller product team’s full mobile scope.
The strongest signal is hands-on experience with the exact stack your app uses, such as Swift, Kotlin, Flutter, or React Native. You should also look for solid testing habits, release discipline, and experience working with APIs, authentication, and app store processes. A good mobile developer can explain trade-offs and keep the app stable while moving fast.
Freelance support works well when you need speed, a short-term specialist, or help on a specific platform or feature. It is also a strong choice if your team already has product ownership but lacks mobile capacity for delivery, bug fixing, or a release deadline. A freelancer can slot into the team without a long hiring process.
Many Munich teams use a hybrid setup, especially when product, design, and engineering meet in person for planning or reviews. A mobile developer can work fully remote for build tasks, but on-site time helps when there is a complex handover, workshop, or release coordination. English is often enough in international teams, while some local stakeholders may prefer German for day-to-day alignment.
Look at real shipped apps, not only a CV. A strong mobile engineer can describe what they built, how they handled crashes or performance issues, and how they worked with backend and design teams. Code samples, a clean release history, and clear answers about testing are usually better indicators than broad claims.
Be specific about the platform, the app areas, and the definition of done. For a mobile app developer, that usually means features, bug fixes, build support, test coverage where relevant, release notes, and handover documentation. If the app is already live, include crash cleanup, store submission support, and maintenance expectations.
Yes, if the app and scope are a good fit. Many Mobile Developers can switch between feature work, technical cleanup, and ongoing support, especially in smaller teams. For larger products, it is often better to pair development work with separate QA, design, or backend support so the freelancer can stay focused on mobile delivery.
The average hourly rate for Mobile Developers in Munich is 79 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 632 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Mobile Developers in Munich, 75% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 50% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers working as Mobile Developers in Munich have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Mobile Developers in Munich are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Mobile Developers in Munich are Information Technology (100%), Automotive (67%), and Banking and Finance (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Mobile Developers in Munich are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Quality Assurance (50%).
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