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Achim B.

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Integration

Achim B.

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Software Developer / Integration, Test & MBSE

  • Integration of ADAS components in different project roles as integrator, tester and debugger, including BMW KAFAS4 camera system and ZF Full Range Radar.
  • Connection and visualization of radar sensor data via ROS2 (Linux) to support sensor fusion and...
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Marc Smyk

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Fullstack Engineer | Java & Spring Boot | Angular | System Integration

Leverkusen
Marc Smyk

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Fullstack Developer at PLANT-MY-TREE

PLANT-MY-TREE®-per-order

The application allows Shopify merchants to automate tree-planting orders for each incoming order. By integrating ecological contributions directly into the checkout process, manual work for tracking and billing reforestation initiatives is eliminated. The system increases transparency for end customers through real-time visualizations of the ecological impact directly in the storefront. The architecture is based on a modular monolith with Spring Boot in the backend and an integrated React app inside the Shopify admin area. The solution uses webhooks for event-driven capture of order data and integrates the ERP system weclapp for automated monthly invoicing. An app proxy mechanism provides dynamic statistics such as CO2 compensation and planted trees without any performance loss for the merchant shop.

Tasks:

  • Design of the modular software architecture based on Spring Modulith to ensure high maintainability
  • Development of the event-driven business logic for evaluating Shopify orders using webhooks
  • Implementation of automated invoicing by connecting the weclapp REST API
  • Building the frontend using React Router and Shopify App Bridge for native integration
  • Design of the database model and implementation of the persistence layer with JPA/Hibernate and Prisma
  • Integration of internationalization processes for global use in the frontend and email communication
  • Automation of deployment processes using Docker and GitLab CI/CD

Project skills: Java, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Modulith, Hibernate, JPA, REST API, PostgreSQL, Maven, Liquibase, React, TypeScript, React Router, Vite, Node.js, Prisma, Zod, Docker, Docker Compose, GitLab CI/CD, Shopify CLI, Shopify App Bridge, Polaris, weclapp, i18next, Lombok, Vitest

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Tom Klein

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Fullstack Software Developer

Düsseldorf
Tom Klein

Last position:

Volunteer Member at Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe

Volunteer helper at the Johanniter in medical services and disaster response, highlighting teamwork and coordination even in times of crisis.

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Christian Wonneberger

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Project Manager, Interim Manager, Application Manager

Düsseldorf
Christian Wonneberger

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Software Engineer, cross-platform Application Manager at International major bank

  • Creating interfaces between the legacy platform and the new container solution
  • Coordinating required contributions from line units
  • Moderating regular status meetings with the software vendor
  • Minimally invasive conversion of TWS scheduling from the old to the new platform
  • Environment: IBM Mainframe, DB2, CICS, MQ, Red Hat Linux, Oracle, Kubernetes, Kafka, Helm, GitLab, Jenkins
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Florian Elke

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Lead Software Engineer

Düsseldorf
Florian Elke

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Lead Software Engineer

  • In this role, I was responsible as Lead Software Engineer for automating various meat production lines.
  • My focus was on developing highly available (High Availability) systems using C/C++.
  • I also implemented and supported container orchestration with Kubernetes to ensure smooth and scalable production operations.
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Klajdo Fyraj

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Software Architect/Developer

Düsseldorf
Klajdo Fyraj

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Independent Product Developer / Software Architect at rastr.eu

  • Architected and deployed a live B2B geocoding and demographic-data platform for Germany, combining address lookup with census-based population statistics through a web application and REST API.
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Boris Solos

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Senior Software Developer

Ratingen
Boris Solos

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Senior Software Developer at Advaneo GmbH

  • Developed backend for Dataspace
  • Technologies: IntelliJ IDEA, Java, Gradle, REST, EDC Connector, data analytics AI, Git/GitLab
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Archana Ravikumar

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Power BI Developer | Data & Business Analyst | Client Specialist | System Analyst

Düsseldorf
Archana Ravikumar

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Power BI Assistant at Cataliquent Projekt GmbH

  • Evaluate, design, and implement Power BI solutions for Cat4 reporting, significantly improving reporting efficiency, accuracy, and stakeholder visibility.
  • Develop and maintain robust data integration interfaces between Cat4 and Power BI, eliminating manual processing bottlenecks.
  • Configure and continuously optimise Power BI reports to deliver sharper management insights and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Ensure full GDPR data protection compliance across Power BI reports, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
  • Acquired in-depth product knowledge of CAT4, a globally deployed enterprise platform, enabling effective requirements analysis, solution design, and seamless Power BI integration across client environments.
  • Developed and integrated scalable reporting templates within the CAT4 product interface, delivering new product features and enhancing data visualisation, reporting efficiency, and stakeholder visibility across global users.
  • Trained and mentored staff on Power BI configuration and best practices, accelerating adoption and embedding a data-driven culture.
  • Prepared clear technical documentation and delivered hands-on demonstrations to end users and clients, ensuring smooth adoption and confident use of Power BI solutions integrated with CAT4.
  • Researched and recommended licensing strategies for cost-effective and scalable Power BI deployment.

SKILLS - BI & Visualisation: Power BI (Desktop, Service, Report Builder), DAX, Power Query

Project and Product Management Tool: CAT4

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Kacper Kowalski

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer / Lead Contributor

Solingen
Kacper Kowalski

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Author

Seqnaut and Sycosm (WIP) – Embedded Audio DSP & Synthesis Platform

  • Embedded audio DSP framework — synthesizers, effects, drum machines; modular audio graph
  • Sequencing: PianoRoll, StepGrid, MasterClock; 8-voice polyphonic synth; CLI + OSC
  • Transient Detector — dual-envelope adaptive threshold, guitar attack detection
  • Hardware: Teensy 4.1, custom AFE design tapping BOSS GX-100; MIDI FX integration

Label: C++23, C, Python, CMake, FreeRTOS, Teensy 4.1 (ARM Cortex-M7), Teensy Audio (Stoffregen), DaisySP, I2S/SAI, OSC, MIDI

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Lutz Engelland

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Software Engineer Full-Stack (React/Next.js, TypeScript, C#/.NET, Python, Node.js)

Solingen
Lutz Engelland

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Freelance Software Developer – GoPro MultiCam Control via COHN at Plutos Company UG

  • Development of a pilot system to control and monitor multiple GoPro cameras
  • Implementation of start, stop, status, media, download, and diagnostic functions via COHN endpoints
  • Realization of camera detection, single and group control, as well as stable session/keep-alive logic
  • Setup of a download pipeline with queue, retry handling, and temporary files
  • Consistent session, folder, and file naming for multi-camera recordings
  • Integration of provisioning, certificates, and network operations
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Marijn Scholtens

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Cloud Solutions Architect or Senior Software Engineer

Düsseldorf
Marijn Scholtens

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Senior Software Engineer at Puls Security GmbH

  • Optimizing and accelera­tion of our Gitlab CI pipeline

  • Conceptual work for the PoC of the Zero Trust system

  • Extension of the policy-engine backend in Go

  • Extension of the policy-testing mechanism in Python

  • Architectural design of the PEP component of Zero Trust

  • Documentation of the product

  • Technologies: Zero Trust, Go, Python, Gitlab CI, Docker, JWT, Domain-Driven Design

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Harshal Likhar

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SAP EWM Developer

Düsseldorf
Harshal Likhar

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SAP EWM Developer at Körber Supply Chain GmbH

  • Experience in SAP EWM processes and ABAP development
  • Configured PPF for output management in EWM and YM, worked with BOPF in TM and YM, configured Fiori Launchpad with roles, spaces, and pages, and developed UI5 applications
  • Developed a Fiori Elements app using the List Report, Object Page, Overview Page, and Analytical List Page frameworks with CDS views, AMDP on BAS, created a RAP app, and a report for data transfer to external Oracle systems
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Jürgen Schoemaker

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IT Consultant / Analyst / Developer / Tester / Support

Erkrath
Jürgen Schoemaker

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IT Consultant / Analyst / Developer / Tester / Support at Automotive Manufacturer

  • Analysis, software development/customization, and testing of various transaction and batch objects
  • Conducting functional integration and regression tests on TEST and QA platforms under z/OS for later production implementation
  • Hardware / Software / Tools: IBM MVS, z/OS, JES2/3, TSO-ISPF, JCL, DB2, SQL, SQL/PL, QMF, QMF for Workstations, SPUFI, FileAid, IMS-DB/DC, MFS, XPEDITER, COBOL, REXX, Windows 10, MS Office 365, MS Teams, batch job management via OPC, BETA92, RVS, BVB, ABL, DIALOGplus, PROBA, PRODPR (VW internal systems), JIRA, CONFLUENCE
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Jan Kronenberg

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Software-Architect & Full-Stack Developer

Neuss
Jan Kronenberg

Last position:

Software Architect: Training Platform for IT Career Changers at appvanced

  • Mobile: Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP), Kotlin, Swift, SwiftUI, Jetpack Compose, Ktor, Room, Koin
  • Backend: Spring Boot, GCP Cloud Run, GCP Load Balancer, GCP Eventarc
  • Planned and developed a cloud backend architecture with Google Cloud Platform
  • Developed a cross-platform architecture with Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP)
  • Tech lead for comprehensive large project including webshop, two apps and omnichannel backend

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Software Developers statistics

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

19 years (Germany: 18 years)

Position duration

2.3 years (Germany: 5.2 years)

Positions per freelancer

10 (Germany: 12)

Top business areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Business Intelligence

Top industries

Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Retail

Certification focus areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Bachelor's degree or higher

88% (Germany: 89%)

Master's degree or higher

42% (Germany: 52%)

Doctorate

8% (Germany: 6%)

Certifications per freelancer

6 (Germany: 2)

Most common languages

English, German, French

Speak two or more languages

100% (Germany: 96%)

Based on our profile pool as of 28 Aug 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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Average rates for Software Developers in Dusseldorf

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 675 €
Germany avg. 720 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 680 €
Germany median 720 €

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 28 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

About the role

Developing Custom Enterprise Solutions

Software engineers in the Rhine-Ruhr region design, build, and deploy tailored applications that align with specific business goals. From backend architecture to frontend interfaces, these professionals ensure that new systems integrate smoothly with existing enterprise software, minimizing downtime and safeguarding data integrity during transition phases.

Core Technologies and Frameworks

Experienced programmers maintain deep expertise in modern development stacks and software engineering practices. They utilize robust tools and platforms to build secure, scalable applications tailored to client requirements:

  • Backend development using Java, Spring Boot, C#, .NET, and Go
  • Modern frontend frameworks including React, Angular, and Vue.js
  • Cloud infrastructure deployment on AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
  • Database management with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Oracle SQL
  • Containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes

Supporting Local Digital Transformation

Dusseldorf-based companies often require external development expertise to accelerate their digital initiatives. Freelance engineers assist local enterprises in transitioning from monolithic systems to microservices, implementing continuous integration and deployment pipelines, and adopting modern agile methodologies to speed up software delivery cycles.

Bridging Regional Industries and Tech

The local market demands developers who understand the specific needs of key sectors such as consulting, telecommunications, logistics, and retail. Freelancers operating in this region bring valuable industry knowledge, helping companies translate complex business workflows into clean, maintainable code while adhering to strict European data privacy standards.

Ensuring Software Quality and Security

Top-tier development involves more than just writing code. Freelancers implement rigorous automated testing, conduct thorough code reviews, and establish security protocols to protect sensitive corporate data. This systematic approach reduces technical debt and ensures that the codebase remains easy to maintain for internal teams after the freelance engagement ends.

Collaboration and Integration

Freelance programmers adapt quickly to existing development teams, working effectively in Scrum or Kanban environments. They bridge the gap between product management and technical execution, providing clear documentation and conducting knowledge transfer sessions to empower permanent staff.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything clients usually want to know about Software Developers, in one place.

A freelance software developer in the region designs, codes, tests, and deploys custom software solutions tailored to local business needs. They often step in to accelerate ongoing projects, integrate new APIs, migrate legacy systems to the cloud, or build entirely new web and mobile applications from scratch.

While the terms are often used interchangeably, a software engineer typically focuses on the broader architecture, system design, and engineering principles of a software system. A programmer or developer focuses more directly on writing the code, implementing specific features, and fixing bugs within that architectural framework.

Hiring a freelance developer provides immediate access to specialized skills for specific project phases without long-term commitments. This flexibility is ideal for handling peak workloads, bridging skill gaps during internal transitions, or launching new digital products that require niche technological expertise.

Most programmers work primarily in a hybrid or fully remote setup, using modern collaboration tools to stay aligned with your team. For key project milestones, kick-off meetings, or complex integrations, they can easily join your team on-site in the city or surrounding metropolitan areas.

Local businesses frequently look for a software programmer skilled in Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript. Frontend developers specializing in React and Angular, as well as backend specialists experienced with Spring Boot, .NET, and cloud services like AWS and Azure, are highly sought after.

A qualified software engineer is evaluated through their portfolio of past projects, code contributions, technical assessments, and professional references. Strong communication skills, clean coding practices, and experience with agile development methodologies are also key indicators of a high-quality professional.

Yes, almost every professional software developer in the local tech hub works comfortably in English, which is the standard language of global software development. Many are also fluent in German, making them highly versatile for mixed or local project teams.

An experienced freelance programmer is accustomed to onboarding quickly, often becoming productive within a few days. They are familiar with standard agile workflows, version control systems like Git, and project tracking tools like Jira, allowing them to align with your sprint cycles immediately.

The average hourly rate for Software Developers in Dusseldorf is 84 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 675 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers working as Software Developers in Dusseldorf, 88% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 42% hold at least a Master's degree, and 8% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers working as Software Developers in Dusseldorf have 19 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.3 years.

The most common languages among freelancers working as Software Developers in Dusseldorf are English (100%), German (97%), and French (19%).

The most common industries among freelancers working as Software Developers in Dusseldorf are Information Technology (94%), Banking and Finance (34%), and Retail (34%).

The most common business areas among freelancers working as Software Developers in Dusseldorf are Information Technology (97%), Product Development (88%), and Business Intelligence (53%).

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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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