Software Developers in Zurich
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Christoph Pardon
Last position:
ICT DevSecOps Engineer at Abraxas Informatik AG
Reduced time-to-market by optimizing CI/CD pipelines. Employees without customer VM access can now deploy. Increased system stability and performance and reduced maintenance effort through systematic database cleanup. Restricted rights for Flyway migrations versus service users. Improved transparency and decision-making basis with enhanced Grafana dashboards for response times, optimized logging, and standardization with Loki. Reduced security risks by consistently applying security best practices such as removing the public schema in PostgreSQL, individual service user permissions, and Docker security context. Facilitated knowledge transfer and sustainable process improvements by creating process diagrams and implementing various concepts. Conducted code reviews across multiple repositories.
Marco Skulschus
Last position:
Business Analyst, Data Warehouse Developer at NRW.Bank
Business analysis for risk controlling.
Development of a data warehouse based on MS SQL Server with data from the FIS Cross-Asset Trading and Risk Platform (formerly Front Arena).
Implementation of ETL and transformation logic with T-SQL and Python (template engine Jinja2).
Modeling and automation of data structures with Data Vault.
Building reporting and analysis reports with Microsoft Power BI, including training and onboarding of users.
Peter Sacco
Last position:
Web Application Developer PHP / WordPress Plugin Development at Gemeinde Bauma
- Analysis, consulting, and development of a WordPress application for the digital processing and delivery of the Bauma chronicle archive
Bojan Antonović
Last position:
Full Stack Developer with Angular at Further Education
- Highest level achieved: Certified Mid-Level Angular Developer
- 13 technologies newly learned or refreshed with (re-)certifications
- Current: Docker, Azure, Quarkus
Csaba Kéri
Last position:
ServiceNow Consultant at DXC
- Worked in mixed teams with several clients
- Performed requirement engineering, proposal and time estimation
- Developed ACLs, business rules, flows, workflows, catalog items, various scripts, UI actions, policies, scoped applications
- Customized mobile apps: Now Agent and Now Mobile
- Implemented integrations using the Integration Hub
- Coordinated continuously with clients during development
- Performed testing and helped clients with testing
- Deployed to production and applied main version upgrades and patches
- Managed CMDB, domain separation and asset management
- Integrated between instances at different clients
- Developed GlideScript: business rules, scripted REST endpoints, extension points, fix scripts, background scripts
Thomas Müllerleile
Last position:
Developer/Analyst at Nvaria GmbH
- Analyzed migration strategies after Camunda 7 was declared end of life with extended support until 2030.
- Evaluated potential migrations to Camunda 8, Flowable, and Operaton.
- Conducted a proof of concept demonstrating that existing projects could be migrated to both Flowable and Operaton.
- BPMN
- DMN
- Confluence
- Flowable
- Operaton
Daniel Lisak
Last position:
SQL, .NET and VBA Developer at Postfinance AG
- For the internal MIS, which gathers data in a complex, comprehensive system landscape and loads it into a central database via ETL, existing processes and packages had to be maintained and new KPIs analyzed, specified, and implemented.
Georgios Sfakianakis
Last position:
Senior Software Engineer at UBS Bank
- Implementations of a code refactoring framework able to refactor thousands of repositories leveraging Generative AI
- Use Python (Django, Flask, FastAPI), Java and Typescript in Azure Cloud (Data Lake, VMs, AI) and GitLab infrastructure
- Mentoring and pair programming
- Obtained Azure AI-900 and AI-102 certifications
Jack Schmidt
Last position:
Freelance - Fullstack Engineer at SMG Swiss Marketplace Group
- Supported the team in merging two real estate platforms into a unified Vue.js-based solution
- Developed a custom SSR microservice architecture deployed on AWS Lambdas
- Designed and implemented a map drawing feature
- Took ownership of migrating the microservice from Vue 2 to Vue 3
- Built a scalable SSR microservice architecture using AWS Lambda
- Developed and implemented a critical map drawing feature for real estate visualization
- Successfully migrated the microservice from Vue 2 to Vue 3
- Gained deep knowledge of AWS infrastructure, Datadog, Sentry, and Vite
- Technologies: Vue.js, Node.js, Vite, AWS Lambda, Datadog, Sentry, JavaScript
Milica Maričić
Last position:
Full-Stack Developer at Holycode
- Contribute to a cross-functional team building a cloud-based bookkeeping platform for SMEs
- Design and implement Java Spring Boot microservices with clear separation of concerns
- Integrate core services via REST and gRPC APIs
- Implement event-driven workflows using RabbitMQ for reliable, decoupled messaging
- Model and manage transactional data in PostgreSQL and leverage Redis for caching
Christoph Janik
Last position:
Project management, Software engineering, Software architect, DevOps at Migros Genossenschafts Bund
- Greenfield project M-Zollmanager: Development of an internal platform to support users in booking requirement areas on line items in assessment notices.
- Greenfield project M-Deliveryplan: Development of an internal platform for planning and tracking deliveries in the international transport sector.
- Created functions to predict the estimated arrival time of container ships and goods from the port of loading to the port of destination, considering potential events.
- Developed the TrackAndTrace add-on for M-Deliveryplan to track and plan goods and containers.
- Built a generic AI chatbot for Migros app infrastructure, including ChatGPT integration and creating AI workflows with N8N.
- Developed AI assistants to automate repetitive tasks, such as creating release notes or processing Jira tasks based on N8N workflows.
- Further development and maintenance of the M-LFS, M-Vehicleaccess and M-Worklog apps.
- Used C#, Angular 18, DevOps practices, N8N, Kubernetes, Docker, Jira, Confluence and Azure.
- Ongoing project with continuous development of platforms and workflows.
Mateusz Lipczyński
Last position:
Project Lead Developer at PwC
- Took over the analyst and leading developer role in an innovative project helping detection of financial fraud in a major financial institution in Zurich with assistance of artificial intelligence
- Analyzed and implemented new modules, improved performance and user experience, elevated technical documentation and code quality to the standard required by the end client
- Technologies: Java 17, JavaFX, Spring Boot, concurrency, UX, Gradle, Impala
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Software Developers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
21 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
15
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
78%
Doctorate
33%
Certifications per freelancer
5
Most common languages
English, German, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 6 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 6 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Software Developers experts industry focus
See where the role earns the most, city by city against the national average — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (100%)
- Banking and Finance (83%)
- Professional Services (67%)
- Insurance (58%)
- Government and Administration (58%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Education (42%)
- Energy (42%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
What they build
Software developers turn product ideas and technical requirements into working code. They build new features, fix defects, improve performance and keep systems maintainable. Common deliverables include:
- Backend services and APIs
- Web apps and internal tools
- Integration work between systems
- Refactoring and codebase cleanup
- Tests, documentation and release support
Core skills
A strong software developer writes clean code and understands how software behaves in production. They should be comfortable with at least one major stack, version control, testing, debugging and working with product or engineering teams. Useful strengths include Java, Python, TypeScript, C#, Node.js, React, SQL, REST APIs and cloud services.
They also need to think in systems. Good developers spot trade-offs early, ask the right questions and keep scope realistic when requirements change.
When companies bring them in
Companies hire freelance software developers when delivery needs to move faster, a team needs specialist support or a project needs extra capacity without a long hiring process. They are useful for product launches, platform changes, migrations, bug fixing, short-term team gaps and modernization of older software.
In Zurich, many clients need developers who can work with international teams, handle English documentation and collaborate with local stakeholders in a structured way. That matters in finance, insurance, industrial technology and growing software teams.
What strong developers do well
- Understand the business goal before writing code
- Deliver stable, maintainable software
- Communicate clearly with product, design and engineering
- Work across frontend, backend or full-stack scopes when needed
- Keep quality high with tests, code reviews and documentation
Strong software developers do not just code to spec. They reduce risk, keep systems understandable and make future changes easier. That is especially important when a team needs someone who can work independently and still fit into an existing codebase.
Specializations
Some projects need more than general application development. Companies often look for software developers with experience in API design, microservices, cloud-native systems, DevOps-adjacent work, mobile apps or data-heavy applications. Others need support with legacy systems, migration planning or performance tuning.
The best match depends on the stack, the delivery model and how much ownership the developer should take.
Collaboration style
Freelance software developers can plug into a team on-site in Zurich, work remotely or split their time between both. They are most effective when goals, priorities and review processes are clear from the start. That helps keep delivery moving without adding management overhead.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about Software Developers.
A software developer turns requirements into working software and keeps it stable in production. Depending on the project, that can mean building new features, fixing bugs, improving performance or integrating external systems. The scope may be backend, frontend or full-stack.
Look for solid coding skills, testing habits, debugging ability and comfort with the stack you use. A strong software developer should also understand APIs, databases, version control and basic deployment workflows. Clear communication matters just as much as technical depth.
In practice, these titles often overlap. A software engineer may place more emphasis on system design and engineering practices, while programmer is sometimes used for a narrower coding focus. For freelance work, the real question is whether the person can deliver the software outcome you need.
A freelancer is a good fit when you need delivery now, have a temporary gap or need specialist help for a defined scope. A software developer on a freelance basis is also useful for migrations, launches and rescue work on a troubled codebase. If the need is long-term ownership of a core product area, a permanent hire may fit better.
Yes, many projects work well remotely, especially if the team already uses clear issue tracking, code reviews and regular check-ins. In Zurich, on-site or hybrid work can help when stakeholders want close coordination or when the project involves sensitive internal systems. The best setup depends on the team and the project phase.
It depends on the product, but common stacks include Java, Python, TypeScript, C#, Node.js, React, SQL and cloud services. Many projects also require work with REST APIs, microservices, testing tools and CI/CD pipelines. The right software developer should fit the existing stack rather than force a rewrite.
Review the clarity of their past project work, the depth of their stack experience and how they explain trade-offs. Good candidates can discuss architecture, testing, debugging and maintenance, not just feature delivery. Code samples, technical interviews and references help you judge whether they can work independently.
They should expect clear goals, access to the right systems and fast feedback on priorities and reviews. A well-run project gives the developer enough context to make good technical decisions without constant chasing. In return, the developer should communicate risks early and keep delivery predictable.
The average hourly rate for Software Developers in Zurich is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 840 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Software Developers in Zurich, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 78% hold at least a Master's degree, and 33% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Software Developers in Zurich have 21 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Software Developers in Zurich are English (100%), German (92%), and French (50%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Software Developers in Zurich are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (83%), and Professional Services (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Software Developers in Zurich are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Quality Assurance (58%).
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