Software Developers in Vienna
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Marcel T.
Last position:
Founder, AI Strategy and Enablement at Engineering Peak Impact
- Design workshop curricula for software engineers and technical leads on AI-enabled engineering and on adopting AI tools effectively.
- Technical talk, 17th TestIstanbul Conference, October 2026: "What If We Tested the Tester?", on how AI amplifies the tester's judgement, blind spots included.
- Built and run the company website and online course platform (WordPress, PHP, JavaScript) with Claude Code and Cursor, plus a Playwright test suite that checks the live site's pages, links and sign-up flow.
- Built Write Check, a Chrome extension backed by a local Node.js service that scores any text box for clarity and AI-sounding phrasing, falling back across Gemini, Kimi, GPT and OpenRouter when a provider fails.
- Built a Python video pipeline that turns my online course into short narrated videos: script, text-to-speech, captions and rendering, with a review gate before each episode.
- Work under a written protocol for AI coding agents (CLAUDE.md): a definition of done written as checks before the work starts, tests that fail before they pass, and independent reviewer agents that check each claim of the coder agents against its source.
- Author of The Maintenance Trap (Level Up newsletter, May 2026), on developer productivity: why high-performing engineers get pulled into maintenance work and how to make the ROI case for fixing it.
Robin G.
Last position:
SEO Expert & Consultant at DANKÜCHEN
Used Screaming Frog, Ahrefs, Semrush, Google Ads, and Google Search Console (and more) to perform an SEO audit of the DANKÜCHEN website and their franchises, resulting in an improvement of many of their main keywords from low top 10 to consistent top 3.
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.
Marc-Anthony T.
Last position:
Software Developer at Dawnguard.AI
- Took Dawnguard from initial product concept to a launched MVP within two months, building the backend platform and reducing cloud-environment scan times from approximately 40 minutes to under two minutes across 70 accounts.
- Designed and built the core resource discovery engine for Azure and AWS, enabling the frontend to visualise complex cloud environments and the AI to evaluate architectural patterns.
- Engineered distributed APIs and dynamic Cosmos DB schemas to support rapidly evolving product requirements and variable cloud-environment structures.
- Built the architecture-generation engine to support clients with 100+ cloud accounts and dynamically generate complete architectures containing approximately 25,000 resources.
- Developed custom data-generation tools that enabled the AI and frontend teams to simulate and test large-scale cloud architectures.
- Delivered backend features end to end by working with AI, frontend, and business stakeholders from technical design through implementation and testing.
Michail M.
Last position:
OpenShift / Kubernetes Consultant at cloudWerkstatt
Implementation and operation of OpenShift / Kubernetes solutions for customers, focusing on aspects such as storage, virtualization, security, logging, monitoring, and high availability. Support with application containerization and modernization.
Üsame T.
Last position:
Java Backend Developer at Porsche Informatik
- Java EE 8 development
- Java 21 and Spring Boot 3 microservices development
- Release management
- Onboarding of new team members
- Owner of an team-internal "Best Code Engineering Award"
Maximilian G.
Last position:
Solo Developer / Founder at InvAPI
- Privacy-first, stateless e-invoice API providing AI-powered extraction, bidirectional format conversion (UBL/CII/ZUGFeRD), batch processing, and validation for German/Austrian e-invoice compliance
- Technologies: Nuxt 4, Vue 3, Nitro, TypeScript, Cloudflare (D1, R2), Stripe, OAuth, AI/LLM integration
Ngai K.
Last position:
Employed/Freelance Frontend Developer at ETRON Software GmbH
- Development of SaaS fiscalized cash register
- Modularized functionalities to allow individual wishes of clients
- Implementation of unit tests, integration tests
Attila D.
Last position:
Full-Stack Software Engineer at Research Data Evaluation
- Custom anonymized research data analyzer, providing insights and facilitating data-driven decision-making.
- Designed and developed back- and frontend.
- Delivered end-to-end solution.
- Accelerated research timeline by 2 months.
Monji M.
Last position:
Senior Software Developer at AMA Wien
IT concept design
Implementation
Estimation
Design
Installation
Oracle APEX applications for farmers in Austria to register their products and receive subsidies.
Implement new applications or adapt existing applications based on customer requirements (CR)
Fix bugs
Update data in the DB
Install applications
Technologies/methods used: Oracle DB, PL/SQL, DM, Oracle Apex, JavaScript, CSS, OpenLayers, GIT
Kalysbek A.
Last position:
ABAP and Fiori Developer at Hugo Boss AG
- Analysis of business needs, technical specifications and development of solutions within SAP S/4HANA
- Application development and maintenance with ABAP OO, SAP Gateway Builder, CDS Views, AMDP, Fiori, BRF+, SAP Fiori, RAP
- Refactoring, design and implementation of development objects from existing SAP-AFS infrastructure to new S4/HANA Fashion system
- Test driven development using ABAP Unit Test framework and peer reviews
- Extension of Fiori apps, standard programs, exits, BAdIs and enhancements
- Adaptation and performance optimization of ABAP custom code to make it HANA optimized
- Comprehensive technical documentation of concepts and solutions
Lucca F.
Last position:
Trainer at CODERS.BAY
- Trainer for software development in the areas of (web) development & relational databases
Javid A.
Last position:
B2B Contract - Senior Fullstack developer (Java + Angular)
- Project: E-Platform with 100k users
- Skills: Java, Spring, Spring Boot
- TechStack: Angular 18, Java 17, Spring Boot, Oracle DB, Spring Data, JPA, Hibernate, Oracle, Postgres, SQL
Hakan S.
Last position:
Freelance Software Developer at NÜRNBERGER Versicherung
- Implementation of the 2026 product roadmap in the property and casualty insurance area (quotation and policy administration)
- (Further) development of insurance products such as accident, residential building, commercial building, business contents and commercial liability insurance
- Technical implementation of product requirements in an agile SCRUM environment (from conception to go-live)
- Contribution to enablement topics for Private and Business Line, particularly the introduction of intermediary collection
- Ensuring software quality through continuous error analysis and resolution throughout all project phases
- Close coordination in the agile planning process and iterative detailing of requirements Structured knowledge transfer including documentation and sustainable assurance of maintainability and further development
Frank W.
Last position:
Software Development at REI and EMI
- Code review, bug fixing, and new development of program code in PL/SQL and Oracle Forms
- Migration of the database version to Oracle 12/19 and migration of the Oracle Forms environment from client-server to web (6i → 12c)
- Fixing blocking sessions and implementing new workflow requirements
- Use of PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, database triggers, batch files, and Java applications
- Revision of screen masks based on Oracle Forms and client-side PL/SQL code
- Business handling of issuing and processing vouchers (REI = Reimbursement; EMI = Emission), including billing with acceptance partners
- Agile development based on SCRUM with monthly sprints and weekly coordination meetings
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Software Developers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years (Austria: 17 years)
Position duration
2.4 years (Austria: 2.9 years)
Positions per freelancer
10 (Austria: 11)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Transportation
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
90% (Austria: 74%)
Master's degree or higher
71% (Austria: 54%)
Doctorate
10% (Austria: 4%)
Certifications per freelancer
3 (Austria: 2)
Most common languages
German, English, Russian
Speak two or more languages
100% (Austria: 97%)
Based on our profile pool as of 15 Nov 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this role in Vienna are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.
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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 15 Nov 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 (83%)
- Banking and Finance (42%)
- Transportation (33%)
- Manufacturing (33%)
- Professional Services (33%)
- Telecommunication (33%)
- Energy (29%)
- Insurance (29%)
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 code. They build new applications, extend existing systems, fix defects, and keep releases stable. In Vienna, they often support product teams, established enterprises, and growing tech companies that need strong delivery without a long hiring process.
- Web apps, APIs, and backend services
- Frontend features and user flows
- Bug fixes, refactoring, and technical debt cleanup
- Integration with payment, CRM, ERP, or cloud services
- Release support, testing, and maintenance
Skills that matter
A strong software developer writes clear code and understands the full path from task to production. They work well with product managers, designers, QA, and DevOps, and they can explain trade-offs in plain language.
- Solid grasp of programming logic and software design
- Experience with version control, testing, and code review
- Ability to work in one or more stacks such as Java, .NET, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript
- Comfortable with databases, APIs, and common cloud tools
- Careful about security, maintainability, and documentation
When to bring one in
Companies hire a freelance software developer when they need focused delivery for a defined scope, extra capacity during a busy phase, or help with a system that only a few people understand. It is also a good fit when a permanent role would take too long, or when the work needs a specialist for a short period.
Vienna-based teams often look for developers who can join local product, finance, industrial, or public-sector projects with hybrid or remote collaboration. Clear English is usually enough for international teams, while German can help in stakeholder-facing work.
What good looks like
A strong software developer is precise, stable under pressure, and quick to understand existing code. They do not just add features; they reduce risk, keep architecture in mind, and leave the codebase easier to work with.
- Delivers working software, not just technical tasks
- Spots hidden dependencies early
- Communicates progress, blockers, and risks clearly
- Writes maintainable code with tests where needed
- Adapts to existing standards instead of forcing their own style
Frequently asked questions
Key details about Software Developers, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
A software developer turns a business need into working software. That can mean building a new feature, fixing a production issue, improving an API, or modernising part of an existing system. The exact scope should be tied to deliverables, code access, and the systems the developer must touch.
Look for strong programming logic, clean code habits, and experience with testing and version control. A good software developer also understands databases, APIs, and how to work with product and QA teams. The best fit depends on your stack, but the developer should be able to explain trade-offs and not just write code.
In many hiring contexts, software developer is used interchangeably with software engineer or programmer. The exact label matters less than the actual work: building applications, maintaining code, and shipping features. Some teams use engineer for broader architecture work, while developer often points to hands-on implementation.
A freelance software developer makes sense when you have a clear project, a gap in your team, or urgent delivery pressure. It is also useful when you need niche expertise for a short period, such as an integration, migration, or rescue project. If the need is long-term and broad, a permanent hire may be better.
Yes. Many software development tasks can be done fully remote, especially backend, frontend, API, and maintenance work. For Vienna-based clients, hybrid setup can help during discovery, planning, or team onboarding, but it is not always necessary.
The exact stack depends on your product, but common choices include Java, .NET, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, SQL, and cloud services. A software developer may also work with frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and container tools. What matters most is fit with your current architecture and delivery process.
Review the developer’s recent work, not just the list of languages they know. Strong evidence includes clear code samples, a sensible approach to testing, and examples of problems they solved in existing systems. Good communication is also part of quality because it reduces errors and delays.
Share the business goal, the technical context, access needs, and any constraints on security or release timing. A software developer works best when the brief includes the current stack, the affected systems, and the definition of done. If the task is complex, a short kickoff with your internal team helps avoid rework.
The average hourly rate for Software Developers in Vienna is 91 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 727 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Software Developers in Vienna, 90% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 71% hold at least a Master's degree, and 10% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Software Developers in Vienna have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Software Developers in Vienna are German (100%), English (96%), and Russian (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Software Developers in Vienna are Information Technology (83%), Banking and Finance (42%), and Transportation (33%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Software Developers in Vienna are Information Technology (96%), Product Development (92%), and Quality Assurance (58%).
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