Software Developers in Austria
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Karl F.
Last position:
ONECEPT Website at ONECEPT GmbH
Development and implementation of the website onecept.at using React/Next.js. Focus on responsive web design, high-performance component structure, basic SEO optimization, and technical deployment.
Technologies: React, Next.js, TypeScript / JavaScript
John A.
Last position:
Software Developer and DevOps Engineer at Bundesrechenzentrum (BRZ)
Refactoring and improving core APIs; implementing client change requests. Setting up metrics, traces, and logs monitoring infrastructure to support operations. Designing GitOps deployment and infrastructure as code. Applications and systems configuration in ArgoCD and Openshift. Confluence documentation of design, approach, and solution. Tech Stack: Java 8 & 21, Spring framework, JSP, JavaScript, Bash scripts, SQL, Grafana Stack, OpenTelemetry, Docker, DB2, Maven, Kubernetes Kompose.
Mario M.
Last position:
Co-Founder and CTO at B2B SaaS Recruiting Platform
Complete build of a B2B SaaS platform for recruitment agencies
- Multi-source job aggregation via ATS APIs
- AI-assisted career page scraping
- Rule-based and AI-assisted matching
- Credit-based monetization model with Stripe integration
- Live in production since July 2026
Tech stack
- NestJS
- React
- PostgreSQL
- pgvector
- Claude AI
- Prisma
Manuel M.
Last position:
ERP Process Modeling at Richter Pharma AG
Migration preparation for the upcoming ERP system change: recording all ERP-related business processes, analyzing pain points, and consolidating them into process views. Ensuring that every process can be transferred to the target system or that an alternative exists. Result: a solid working basis for system integrators and a company ready for migration.
BPMN · Camunda
Stefan D.
Last position:
BI Consultant in Controlling at Reutter GmbH
- Extraction, transformation, and cleansing of data from Microsoft Dynamics AX
- Creation of sales reports in Power BI
- Training employees in business intelligence
- Technologies: Power BI, SQL, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Daniel S.
Last position:
AI Automation in E-Commerce at Looops
- AI automation roadmap for a D2C/B2B e-commerce company.
- Customer service bot with RAG over support tickets and product data, OCR pipeline for incoming invoices with writeback to Business Central, lead gen and posting automation.
- Deterministic n8n workflows with EU-hosted models.
- n8n, RAG / Mistral, Qwen/BGE embeddings / Business Central API, HubSpot, Shopify / Scaleway, S3 / Claude Code, OpenCode.
Roman M.
Last position:
Software Engineer at FSM Rechtsanwälte
- Develop AWS-based components connecting Python backend services to React/TypeScript frontends.
- Improve database queries and application workflows for document processing and screening.
- Evaluate LLM retrieval and document-review workflows as part of the product stack.
Michael L.
Last position:
IAM Developer & IT Architect at Internationale Bank
Design and implementation of new functionalities in the areas of Lifecycle Management (LCM), Role Management (RLM) and Access Governance
Adjustment of the company-wide Segregation of Duties (SoD) matrix to ensure regulatory and internal compliance requirements
Further development and configuration of recertification processes
Creation and adaptation of custom workflows, rules and tasks in SailPoint IdentityIQ (BeanShell, XML, Java)
Use of static code analysis with SonarQube to ensure code quality and compliance with defined development standards
Regular code reviews within the development team to ensure quality, share knowledge and follow clean code principles
Work in an agile Scrum team with daily communication, sprint planning and reviews
Coordination with testers, test managers and business departments to ensure quality and smooth production rollout
Active involvement in release planning and deployment coordination, including test preparation, cutover activities and rollback strategies
Analysis and sustainable resolution of issues in the IAM production environment (2nd- and 3rd-level support)
Reproduction of complex errors, identification of root causes and implementation of lasting fixes
Creation of technical analyses and recommendations for operations and further development
Elija L.
Last position:
Fujitsu Germany
- Supporting and helping shape the setup and further development of a company-wide HUB system in the Fujitsu environment for integrating a wide range of data sources and applications in an international context
- Designing and implementing data modeling, ETL processes, reporting, and data quality management
Gerhard Z.
Last position:
Embedded Software Engineer at Magna Kreisel Electric
- Development of a charging station for electric vehicles
- Tools: C/C++/Matlab/Simulink
- Development and testing of functional software with various communication buses
Marc-Anthony T.
Last position:
Software Developer at Dawnguard.AI
- Foundational member of the backend TypeScript team, responsible for translating the initial product concept into a fully functional platform.
- Architected the core resource discovery engine for Azure and AWS, successfully enabling the frontend to visualize complex cloud environments and empowering the AI to evaluate architectural patterns.
- Engineered and scaled distributed APIs and dynamic CosmosDB schemas, ensuring the database and backend architecture could seamlessly adapt to rapidly evolving product requirements.
- Accelerated cross-functional testing by developing custom data-generation tools, allowing the AI and frontend teams to simulate and test against large-scale, artificial cloud architectures.
- Drove end-to-end feature delivery by partnering closely with AI, frontend, and business stakeholders to align technical implementation with the strategic vision of the Dawnguard platform.
Hannes B.
Last position:
Library for Siemens Work Flow Canvas at ETM (Siemens subsidiary)
WFC is a web-based application and allows extensions in the form of TypeScript libraries.
- Programming and scripting languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, ControlScript from WinCC OA
Christoph Q.
Last position:
Managing Director at Stage-IT
optimizing business processes
IT consulting
- ERP
- intralogistics process
- production planning process
- Sales (wholesale, online, B2B B2C)
- product information management
- business intelligence
implementation
- interfaces (SAP, EDI, Databases, ERP, ...)
- ETL processes
- BI Reports
Meris B.
Last position:
Owner, CAM Technician at CNC BRUDER e.U.
- CAD/CAM/CNC services with own TopSolid license
- Parametric CAD design
- CAM programming for turning and milling machining centers
- CNC contract manufacturing
Michail M.
Last position:
OpenShift Specialist, Developer at Insurance
Project goal: Introduce OpenShift as the run-time platform and migrate all applications to OpenShift.
My contribution: Make sure logging and monitoring for the applications were in place. Set up and put into operation the OpenShift components for logging and monitoring (Elasticsearch, Prometheus, and Grafana). Develop and implement the security concept for OpenShift. Work with developers to define and carry out the application changes needed for the OpenShift migration. Integrate monitoring into the applications.
Technical environment: Java, WebSphere Liberty, OpenShift components, Elasticsearch (ELK stack), Prometheus, Grafana.
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Software Developers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
17 years
Position duration
2.7 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
72%
Master's degree or higher
49%
Doctorate
2%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
96%
Based on our profile pool as of 17 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this role in Austria are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
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Explore rate insightsAverage rates for Software Developers in Austria
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 17 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Software 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 (85%)
- Manufacturing (43%)
- Banking and Finance (33%)
- Professional Services (33%)
- Transportation (31%)
- Automotive (28%)
- Government and Administration (28%)
- Education (26%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
What they build
Software Developers turn product needs into working software. They write clean code, connect systems, fix defects, and keep applications stable as they grow. Typical work includes:
- New features for web, mobile, desktop, or internal tools
- API and database integration
- Bug fixing, refactoring, and performance work
- Test automation and release support
- Ongoing maintenance and technical handover
Core skills
A strong software developer understands more than one language or framework and can work across the full delivery chain. Companies usually look for solid engineering habits, not just syntax knowledge.
- JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, C#, or similar stacks
- REST APIs, microservices, SQL, and version control
- Testing, debugging, and code reviews
- CI/CD, cloud platforms, and container basics
- Clear documentation and structured problem solving
Common projects
Freelance software developers are often brought in for new product builds, legacy modernisation, internal platform work, or urgent rescue tasks. In Austria, that can mean support for industrial systems, SaaS products, finance tools, logistics software, or custom business applications. They are a good fit when your in-house team needs extra delivery capacity or specialist knowledge for a specific stack.
When to hire
Bring in a freelancer when you need to move quickly, cover a gap, or add expertise for a defined scope. A freelance software developer is useful for short product phases, migration work, API projects, or backlog cleanup. They also help when the task is important but not ready for a permanent hire, or when you want a senior engineer to pair with an internal team.
What good looks like
Strong developers do not just write code. They ask the right questions, understand business goals, and make sensible trade-offs.
- They break down tasks clearly and estimate realistically
- They keep the codebase readable and maintainable
- They communicate blockers early
- They work well with product, design, QA, and operations
- They leave behind stable software and useful documentation
Working with teams
A freelance developer can work remotely or on-site, depending on the project and the level of access needed. In Austria, many companies want smooth collaboration in English, while German is often helpful for day-to-day communication and stakeholder alignment. Good freelancers adapt quickly to your tools, meeting style, and release process, so they can contribute without slowing the team down.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about Software Developers? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
A software developer builds and improves applications, services, and internal tools. The work often includes feature development, bug fixing, API integration, testing, and maintenance. On freelance projects, the scope is usually clearly defined so the developer can deliver against a specific product or technical need.
A freelance software developer is a strong choice when the work is urgent, project-based, or tied to a specific stack. It also makes sense when your team needs temporary capacity or specialist support without adding a long-term role. For migration work, rescue tasks, or a new build with a fixed scope, a freelancer can be the faster option.
Look for strong coding skills, clean architecture thinking, testing habits, and good debugging ability. A good software developer should also be comfortable with version control, APIs, databases, and release workflows. Communication matters too, because the best technical work still needs clear coordination with product and QA.
In practice, these titles often overlap. A software engineer may suggest a stronger focus on system design and engineering discipline, while programmer is often used more narrowly for code writing. For hiring, the real question is whether the software developer can deliver the stack, scope, and level of ownership your project needs.
Yes, and that is common for many software projects. Remote collaboration works well for code-heavy tasks, but some clients in Austria prefer on-site time for sensitive systems, workshops, or early discovery work. The best setup depends on the access needed, the team structure, and how much direct coordination the project requires.
That depends on the product, but common tools include Git, issue trackers, CI/CD pipelines, databases, and cloud platforms. A software developer may work in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, C#, or similar stacks, plus frameworks and testing tools tied to the product. Good candidates can explain why they chose a tool, not just name it.
Review the quality of their past work, not just the title on the profile. Look for clear code structure, sensible trade-offs, strong communication, and evidence that they can work independently. A strong developer should be able to explain how they approach bugs, testing, maintainability, and handover.
Freelancers should expect structured collaboration, clear scope, and a strong focus on delivery. In Austria, many teams value reliability, direct communication, and good documentation, especially when the work touches business-critical systems. English is often enough for technical work, but German can help in stakeholder-heavy environments.
The average hourly rate for Software Developers in Austria is 95 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 760 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Software Developers in Austria, 72% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 49% hold at least a Master's degree, and 2% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Software Developers in Austria have 17 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Software Developers in Austria are German (100%), English (94%), and Spanish (11%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Software Developers in Austria are Information Technology (85%), Manufacturing (43%), and Banking and Finance (33%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Software Developers in Austria are Information Technology (94%), Product Development (85%), and Project Management (50%).
FRATCH Software Developers main locations
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.
Vienna Graz 
Vienna Countries:
- Germany
- Austria
- Switzerland
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