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Waseem Sattar
Last position:
Solution Architect / Subject Matter Expert at FRMCS terminal device manufacturer
Participation in the EU-funded MORANE-2 project to validate the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) in real-life use cases: creation of the requirement specifications for TOBA as well as the associated test specifications.
Technologies: 5GS (Radio & Core), FRMCS, MCx (MCPTT, MCData, MCVideo), MC Gateway UE, MCx Priority/Security/QoS Management, ETCS, SIP, IMS
Saqib Javed
Last position:
AI Developer / AI Engineer (Lead) at KOM4TEC GmbH
- Conceptual design and implementation of modular AI assistants for sales and business processes in the Microsoft ecosystem (Agentic AI, Copilot extensions)
- Frontend architecture and development with React + TypeScript for embedded chat and assistant surfaces (streaming UI, hooks, React Query, OpenAPI clients)
- Enterprise-level agent development: reusable skill/agent library, MCP server, review and compliance gates
- LLM integration into the user experience: Anthropic (Claude), OpenAI, tool use, RAG pipelines, prompt engineering, guardrails
- Architecture and code review consulting as well as mentoring in the AI development team
- Integration with Microsoft Graph, Power Platform, and Azure services
- Technologies: React, TypeScript, Anthropic Claude, OpenAI, MCP, RAG, Microsoft Graph, Power Platform, Azure
Prasad Tilloo
Last position:
Solution Architect / Senior Manager – DTC E-Commerce Platform at BRITA
- Led discovery phase and POC for Shopware to Shopify Plus migration across EMEA markets, evaluating platform suitability, technical architecture, and multi-brand/multi-country capabilities against business requirements.
- Designed reference architecture for Shopify Plus implementation incorporating headless front-end patterns (Vue.js, Nuxt.js), CMS integration (Magnolia), and Azure middleware (APIM, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus) for 11 EMEA markets.
- Defined migration strategy analyzing data mapping, cutover approach, and zero-downtime deployment patterns using Varnish caching, GitOps pipelines, and CI/CD orchestration across six vendor teams.
- Architected multi-tenant Shopify Plus governance model with centralized admin, localized storefront customization, and compliance controls (GDPR, data residency).
- Prototyped AI-driven search optimization (LLM.txt, JSON-LD) for product discoverability in Google AI results, demonstrating post-launch performance opportunities.
- Defined EMEA expansion roadmap for 15+ markets through C-level strategic workshops, identifying phased rollout, market-specific configurations, and resource requirements.
- Tech Stack: React, Nuxt.js, Vue.js, Magnolia CMS, Shopware, Shopify Plus, Azure (APIM, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Front Door), Varnish, SAP, MS Dynamics, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, PostgreSQL, Kafka
Jan Mundo
Last position:
Founder, Senior Solution Architect, Team Lead, Senior DevOps Engineer at CreArt IT GmbH
- Hands-on solution architect
- Digital product development - SaaS
- Strategic consulting on software architecture, cloud migration, and DevOps processes
- Coaching SE developers and IT architects
Dilip Kumar Jena
Last position:
.NET Technical Lead & Application Architect at Hays AG
- Devised a new Domain-Driven Design architecture for a core system: reverse-engineered a central component, refactored the data-access layer to minimise database round-trips (improving scalability) and migrated processing to async.
- Decomposed the platform into independent .NET Core microservices (database-per-service) with RabbitMQ pub/sub using the Outbox Pattern + Saga choreography, behind an Ocelot API Gateway (JWT, rate limiting, CORS, health checks).
- Delivered on .NET Core / Angular / SQL Server / EF Core with Docker and Azure DevOps CI/CD; implemented health checks and CORS; contributes technical designs for stories in agile Scrum.
- Sole ADR owner; mentored 3 engineers and presented architecture decisions directly to the Director of Corporate IT.
Kurt Rosenberg
Last position:
Lead Solution Architect (AI HealthTech) / interim CTO & Product Co-Owner at Physio-Agil Frankfurt
- General CTO responsibilities (architectural design, operational setup, external runtime product evaluation, investor buy-in, regulatory compliance).
- Software development oversight (implementation on deep-dive-in) plus workflow design.
- Product co-ownership.
- Tech/tools/frameworks: proprietary software (Java, JavaScript), Kubernetes, Postgres, MiniIO, Ollama (internal), several xAI API (external), OpenTofu (Terraform), Keycloak, Kafka, Prometheus, ELK Stack, GitHub, GitHub Workflows, Argo CD, ISO 27001, BSI-ISM, EU AI Act.
Marie-Josée Mache
Last position:
Java Engineer / Developer at Davaso GmbH
- Involved in the full development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment of Java-based applications.
- Built and maintained high-performance RESTful APIs and microservices, ensuring scalability and reliable data exchange.
- Practiced code reviews, used version control systems (e.g., Git), and collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions.
- Implemented, managed, and optimized complex business logic and decision-making processes using the Drools Rules Engine, leveraging DRL (Drools Rule Language) for dynamic configuration.
- Developed software solutions for a major service provider in the healthcare insurance sector, specifically focusing on claims processing and reconciliation logic to ensure cost-effective reimbursement for health funds.
Helge Bredow
Last position:
Solution Architect at Deutsche Bahn
- Responsible for the end-to-end application and integration architecture of the Hamburg S-Bahn maintenance digitization program. A highlight is the introduction of robots and fixed camera towers to automate vehicle inspections, allowing AI image algorithms to assess train conditions during operation.
- Deutsche Bahn has one of the largest SAP PM implementations worldwide, which is a key component of this digitization.
Yunus Basardal
Last position:
Subproject Manager CVI/BP, Consulting and Implementation of Business Partner Processes and Readiness Check at Emons Group
- Responsibility for executing the CVI at Emons Group, including the target design and implementation of the new business partner processes
- Focused on migrating vendor and customer master data to business partners, as well as leading and coordinating the functional and technical master data cleansing
- Used SAP ERP ECC, SAP Query Reporting, LSMW, SAP Readiness Check, and SAP authorizations
Stefan Dreßler
Last position:
Managing Director and System Architect at HelpSpace GmbH
- Development, operation, and sales of the HelpSpace helpdesk software
Mahesh Simha
Last position:
Azure Solution Architect at Automotive industry
Implementation of complex Azure resources using Terraform IaC and Azure DevSecOps pipelines with network security and zero-trust governance policies
Optimization of the existing network design, firewall and database migration
Implementation of governance and network policies as Policy as Code (PaC)
Establishment of company-wide Azure connectivity using Azure VPN as an IPSec tunnel
Implementation of hybrid on-premises multi-cloud connectivity (GCP, Azure) using Terraform
Development of Azure Functions for scheduled cron jobs and Service Bus message queuing with topics
Optimization of messaging with Service Bus premium features and IP whitelisting
Stakeholder management, customer communication and creation of Architectural Decision Records (ADR)
Responsible for cost-efficient quick wins in Azure and on-premises systems
David Rihm
Last position:
Lead Developer/Technical Architect
- Design, extension, and implementation of interfaces (REST, GraphQL, Kafka)
- Architecture and implementation of cloud-native microservices on Azure Kubernetes Service
- Domain-Driven Design, Event-Driven Architecture with Kafka
- Development of an extensive query engine for REST endpoints based on business objects
- Design and implementation of master data classification using machine learning algorithms (Weka library, Spotify Voyager)
- Analysis and evaluation of complex load test scenarios and derivation of optimizations
- Increase in system resilience (Kafka error handling, circuit breaker, sidecar service mesh in Go)
- Integration with CIAM systems (asynchronous real-time synchronization and definition of data ownership, authorization, authentication)
- Connection to Azure ServiceBus (AMQP protocol)
- Design and implementation of complex authorization concepts (including delegated administration)
- Documentation of the results (Confluence, architecture descriptions, architecture decisions)
Ritika Solanki
Last position:
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Global marketing analytics for Hitachi Energy as part of a global data modernization initiative aiming to enhance data retention, historical data availability and provide Eloqua's 2-year retention for remote interaction reporting and analytics.
Analyzed Eloqua's default retention policy and identified risk of data loss for records older than two years.
Designed and implemented historical data preservation strategy by creating transformed tables in the target data platform to archive older data while ensuring data quality dashboards.
Collaborated with the Power BI team to re-point dashboards from raw Eloqua imports to the newly created archival layer.
Leveraged Jira to track and manage data engineering tasks, bugs, and feature requests across Agile sprints; coordinated backlog prioritization and task assignment to align data pipeline development with business needs.
Power BI dashboard optimization:
Worked closely with business stakeholders to assess and understand reporting needs for reverse customer data.
Designed and implemented incremental refresh in Power BI to ensure daily updates without full data reloads.
Collaborated with Azure data engineers to optimize data processing and publication pipelines.
Stakeholder communication & data modeling:
Acted as liaison between Group Data Office and Technology Office to align data modelling standards.
Gathered requirements from data engineering team and participated in weekly status meetings to provide implementation updates and resolve blockers across teams in Germany, Poland, and India.
Documentation & quality assurance:
Prepared end-to-end technical design documentation, data flow diagrams, and Power BI audit guides for future reference.
Participated in UAT sessions with business users to validate data outputs and report accuracy.
Mahmoud Samir
Last position:
CRM/Power Platform Technical Consultant and Solution Architect at Freelancer
- System analysis and requirement engineering
- Designing and architecting system components
- Application consultation and best practices
- Developing system components
- Implementing Power Platform adoption and governance
- Migrating data to target system using best practices
- Conducting end user trainings
Markus Groh
Last position:
Data Solution Architect, Founder at GRITCON GmbH
- Design and development of modern cloud DWH & data platforms
- Data Vault automation
- Implementation of ELT and CI/CD processes
- Requirements analysis and data modeling
- Building an automated cloud data platform as a reference architecture for financial risk controlling (Snowflake, Data Vault, DBT, Python, GitHub) 2024-10-01 – 2025-06-30, Zurich
- DWH further development, operations and cloud migration (Data Vault, DBT, SAP Data Services, Alteryx, SQL Server, Azure Synapse) 2023-03-01 – 2025-06-30, Frankfurt
- Implementation of a global cloud data platform (Data Vault, WhereScape, Snowflake, AWS, Scrum) 2021-04-01 – 2023-12-31, Cologne
- Proof of concept for a global cloud data platform (Data Vault, Snowflake, Synapse, WhereScape, Azure, Scrum) 2022-04-01 – 2022-07-31, Bonn
- Implementation of a cloud data platform (Data Vault, Snowflake, WhereScape, AWS) 2021-07-01 – 2022-04-30, Karlsruhe
- Big data integration of all source systems related to the ITSM process (Data Vault, Snowflake, WhereScape, AWS, Scrum) 2021-01-01 – 2021-05-31, Prague
- Development and operation of a global self-service BI platform to display around 150 corporate KPIs (Data Vault, WhereScape, Postgres, Jenkins, Talend, AWS, Scrum) 2018-11-01 – 2020-12-31, Frankfurt
- Implementation of a DWH for price management and capacity forecasting in long-distance passenger transport (SAP BODS, SQL Server, AWS) 2017-10-01 – 2018-11-30, Frankfurt
- Introduction of SAP BODS and migration of the existing DWH (SAP, BODS, HANA, Oracle, Cognos) 2017-05-01 – 2017-10-31, Rastatt
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Solution Architects statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
19 years (Germany: 20 years)
Position duration
3 years (Germany: 3.1 years)
Positions per freelancer
10 (Germany: 14)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Transportation
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
93% (Germany: 91%)
Master's degree or higher
29% (Germany: 53%)
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 98%)
Based on our profile pool as of 6 Sep 2026.
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Solution Architects 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 (94%)
- Banking and Finance (65%)
- Transportation (47%)
- Energy (35%)
- Professional Services (35%)
- Telecommunication (35%)
- Automotive (29%)
- Healthcare (29%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
Architecture scope
A Solution Architect turns business needs into a system design that teams can build and run. They define the target architecture, connect business, data, and infrastructure decisions, and keep delivery aligned with the wider technology landscape.
- Translate requirements into solution designs
- Define integration patterns and interfaces
- Review architecture trade-offs and risks
- Support delivery teams and stakeholders
- Document decisions and target states
Core skills
A strong candidate understands application architecture, cloud platforms, APIs, data flow, security, and scalability. They should be able to work with engineers, product owners, and operations without losing sight of cost, maintainability, and business fit.
Common search terms for this role often include enterprise architect or technical architect, but the work is more hands-on than a pure governance role. In many projects, the Solution Architect also needs to speak the language of developers, DevOps, and business leads.
Tools and settings
The tools depend on the project, but the work often involves architecture diagrams, backlog refinement, interface specs, and decision logs. In Frankfurt, the role is common in finance, insurance, logistics, and regulated enterprise environments, where integration and control matter.
Typical specializations include cloud architecture, SAP landscapes, microservices, and security-focused design. The best freelancers can move between strategy and detail, and they know when a diagram is not enough without clear implementation guidance.
When to bring one in
Companies hire a freelance Solution Architect when a project needs direction quickly, when the internal team is overloaded, or when a new platform, migration, or integration effort starts. It also helps when the company needs an independent view before a major technology decision.
- Cloud or data platform migration
- ERP, CRM, or SAP integration work
- New product or platform architecture
- Rescue work after unclear technical decisions
- Temporary support for a delivery team
What good looks like
Strong Solution Architects do more than draw boxes. They make decisions that developers can implement, explain trade-offs clearly, and keep both business and technical teams aligned.
They ask the right questions early, identify hidden dependencies, and produce enough detail for execution without overdesigning. For Frankfurt-based projects, they also need to work well with local stakeholders, often in mixed English and German settings, and adapt to on-site or remote collaboration.
Hiring fit
If you need a blueprint for a complex change, a freelance Solution Architect is often the right choice. You get focused expertise for a specific phase, without waiting for a permanent hire.
The best sign of fit is practical output: a clear target design, realistic steps, and decisions that reduce rework. Look for someone who can lead workshops, challenge assumptions, and keep architecture useful throughout delivery.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to Solution Architects.
A Solution Architect shapes the technical approach for a specific business need and makes sure the design can be delivered. They connect requirements, systems, data, security, and infrastructure, then document the chosen path so teams can build with fewer surprises.
Look for strong system thinking, clear communication, and hands-on experience with integration, cloud, APIs, and application design. A good Solution Architect can work with developers and business leads, and can turn vague goals into concrete architecture decisions.
A Solution Architect focuses on one solution or program and gets close to implementation. An enterprise architect usually looks at the broader landscape, standards, and long-term target state across many systems.
Freelance support works well when the need is tied to a project, migration, or gap in the team. It is often the better choice when you need fast input, specific expertise, or an independent review before a major decision.
Many Solution Architects work remotely for most of the time, especially for design work, reviews, and documentation. In Frankfurt, on-site sessions can still help when stakeholders need workshops, alignment, or decisions across business and IT teams.
Frankfurt is a strong fit for Solution Architects working on finance, insurance, logistics, and enterprise integration. These projects often involve cloud moves, SAP or ERP landscapes, regulatory pressure, and many connected systems.
A good Solution Architect produces clear decisions, not just diagrams. Check whether the person can explain trade-offs, involve the right stakeholders, and leave behind a design that delivery teams can actually use.
Freelancers are usually brought in for a defined scope such as discovery, target architecture, or delivery support. The work can include workshops, stakeholder alignment, design reviews, and ongoing clarification while the solution moves into build.
The average hourly rate for Solution Architects in Frankfurt is 114 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 915 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Solution Architects in Frankfurt, 93% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 29% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers working as Solution Architects in Frankfurt have 19 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Solution Architects in Frankfurt are German (100%), English (100%), and French (12%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Solution Architects in Frankfurt are Information Technology (94%), Banking and Finance (65%), and Transportation (47%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Solution Architects in Frankfurt are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (71%), and Project Management (53%).
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