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Josef B.
Last position:
Founder & Product Owner at sei jetzt
- Booking and payment platform for event organizers, live with paying customers, bootstrapped
- Product owner from day one: roadmap, prioritization, requirements from customer feedback, releases
- AI-native delivery: development largely with Claude Code, custom skills, agents and MCP servers, plus a pipeline that fixes production errors and submits the fix for review
- LLM features in production, e.g. extracting event data from flyers and texts
- Architecture and operations: Laravel, Livewire, MariaDB, Stripe Connect with payouts to organizers, PayPal, invoicing with DATEV export, around 1,200 PHPUnit test classes, CI with automated deployment
Valerii S.
Last position:
Freelance Software Engineer & Systems Architect at Early-Stage.dev
- IONOS Managed K8s Service: Engineered core K8s Operators and Auth architecture (Golang, OpenAPI, Postgres).
- IONOS Data Export Service: Built logging webservices and GitOps CI/CD pipelines (Golang, Loki, S3, ArgoCD).
- Pharma Cloud Migration: Modernized legacy on-premise software (Golang, OpenAPI, MongoDB, TypeScript).
- Greenfield ERP System: Engineered robust backend using augmented coding (Golang, GraphQL, Ent, Postgres).
- National Public Television: Delivered backend analysis and RESTful implementation (Golang, Postgres).
- Industrial Manufacturer R&D: Optimized QA and executed IoT refactoring (Golang, InfluxDB, MQTT).
- Recipe & Cooking App: Managed backend bugfixing and infrastructure adjustments (Golang, AWS EC2, Terraform).
Fabian K.
Last position:
Technical Architect & Field Service Lead at Family-owned German manufacturer of robotic packaging machines, operating worldwide
Migration from Microsoft Dynamics to a Multi-Cloud Salesforce Platform
- Lead of the Field Service stream in a programme replacing Microsoft Dynamics with Salesforce Sales, Service, Marketing and Field Service, including access for external contractors.
- Designed the end-to-end process from opportunity or case via work order and the Field Service mobile app to the service report.
Mohammed N.
Last position:
IT System Manager at Corporate Network Solution Provider
- Architected, Deployed and Supported hosted email solutions in Linux and Windows environments with enterprise-grade anti-spam and security architecture for service-provider environments.
- Managed Microsoft Azure environments including Virtual Machines, VNets, Storage, VPN, and Firewall configuration.
- Administered Microsoft Exchange Server (2010-2019), Microsoft Exchange Server SE, Active Directory, PKI, Hyper-V and Zimbra environments with disaster recovery planning and operational support.
- Led Microsoft 365 onboarding and migration projects from Exchange, IMAP, and Zimbra platforms to Microsoft 365.
- Prepare security and compliance to support Microsoft 365 Copilot.
- Implement information protection and data loss prevention by using Microsoft Purview.
- Implement retention, eDiscovery, and communication compliance in Microsoft Purview.
- Integrated Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS), and Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS).
- Delivered secure hybrid infrastructure solutions integrating Microsoft Windows Server and Linux-based enterprise environments.
- Supported enterprise integration projects involving Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat, Barracuda ESG, Qmail and Zimbra Platforms.
Birgit S.
Last position:
Business Analyst / Requirements Engineer / Tester at BMW
Topics:
- Further development of the CRM system NKAM and technical separation of “direct” and “indirect” sales
- Redesign of the discount management area and outsourcing to another system.
- Designing numerous improvements on the wholesale side to reduce manual effort down to the level of user stories.
Eric K.
Last position:
Digital roadside assistance platform at SABK
Henry M.
Last position:
Restructuring of the Datacenter of ACS Solutions at ACS Solutions GmbH
Details & Responsibilities:
Responsible for ACS Datacenter operations at all locations for over 10 years. This includes more than 3.500 virtual systems for over 100 Datacenter customers with + 20.000 users worldwide. The associated annual revenue volume is 7 Mio. Euro.
Introduction of an HCI platform to replace the previous “Legacy” platform. Project volume 2 Mio. Euro
About the company:
ACS Solutions GmbH stands for innovative and pioneering structures in information technology. Holistic consulting and individual, future-proof solutions for medium-sized companies. Datacenter and Managed Service Provider with three Datacenter locations in Germany and more than 40 employees.
Frank M.
Last position:
AEM Solution Architect at NetJets
- Advising NetJets across AEM Assets, AEM Sites and Dynamic Media as Enterprise DAM, Solution Architect and Lead Consultant.
- Translating business requirements into scalable DAM solutions by defining metadata models, taxonomy concepts, governance and archiving.
- Documenting business requirements in Confluence and creating Jira user stories for implementation.
- Designing and configuring Dynamic Media following best practices and integrating it into AEM Assets as a Cloud Service and AEM Sites.
- Supporting the B2B QSPartners Sites GoLive through code reviews and targeted optimizations.
- Implementing new AEM features end to end including backend OSGi services, Sling Models, component enhancements and UI customizations.
- Defining and implementing new metadata models, tagging structures, analytics integration points, and asset governance across the platform.
Tommy S.
Last position:
Process Manager · Order-to-Cash & Automation at EWE Tel GmbH
- Analyze the root causes of complex functional, technical, and data-related errors in PowerCloud across process, booking, and system boundaries.
- Identify automation and straight-through processing opportunities at the interface between business teams, IT, and external service providers.
Nagaraj N.
Last position:
Manager, Functional Safety at Eaton Industries GmbH
- Lead functional safety strategy and ISO 26262 compliance across the full lifecycle for a high-voltage electronic switching device that safely connects/disconnects the HV battery in EVs, enabling fast fault isolation and high-current interruption.
- Own the Functional Safety Management Plan (FSMP) and Development Interface Agreement (DIA), acting as the primary safety governance authority across program stakeholders.
- Architect system safety concepts — developing FSC, TSC, and system safety architecture — and define the safety manual with complete user instructions.
- Direct verification and confirmation reviews per ISO 26262 independence requirements.
- Lead safety analysis activities (FTA, FMEA, FMEDA, DFA) and chair vehicle/system integration reviews across cross-functional engineering teams.
- Define methods, templates, and processes that establish best-in-class FuSa practices organization-wide.
- Conduct SEooC assessments and audits, representing the safety organization to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
Kevin S.
Last position:
Architect & Developer
- Design and development of an application for optimized material usage (cutting-stock problem)
- Visualization of cutting plans and integration into existing systems
- Architecture, frontend and backend development
Boian V.
Last position:
Solution Architect at DB InfraGO AG
The Base Services of DB InfraGO form a central data hub between the company’s IT systems. Common Data Services are developed that distribute data from source systems to a variety of downstream systems (via JMS) and make them available (via REST API). The existing service landscape based on TIBCO is being migrated to DB InfraGO’s cloud-native platform.
- Architecture design and implementation for performance-optimized bulk data processing of several million datasets at specific times during the day
- Technical specification and documentation of business requirements
- Integration of various subsystems (including SAP and Salesforce) through the reimplementation of more than 40 microservices based on Spring Boot
- Migration of TIBCO Based microservices from the Enterprise Integration Platform to the Cloud Native Platform using Spring-Boot
- Establishment of a deployment pipeline using GitLab CI/CD, Artifactory, and automated deployment to a Kubernetes environment with the help of ArgoCD
- Definition and implementation of automated unit, integration, and regression tests
Team Size: 9
Technologies/Tools: Java, Spring Boot, ActiveMQ(JMS), JUnit, Tibco Business Works, Gitlab (CI/CD), Kubernetes (Amazon AWS), ArgoCD, postgreSQL, Oracle, Postman, Hoppscotch, openAPI, Sonarqube
Simon K.
Last position:
Fullstack Developer at RTL Technology GmbH
- Development of a browser-based video logger for the automated enrichment of metadata to optimize video search and categorization in the company’s editorial tool. The platform enables editors to efficiently analyze video content and add additional information.
- AI-supported scene recognition for the automatic generation of video shots and time markers
- Automatic transcription and speech analysis for extracting relevant content
- Enhanced metadata management to improve search and archiving functions
- Event-driven architecture in the frontend (Angular, TypeScript)
- Backend integration (.NET) with video streaming and data processing
Ingo K.
Last position:
Co-Founder & Managing Director at Elterngeld Buddy GmbH
- Responsible for the entire software architecture of the parental allowance portal
- iOS and Android app with React Native and Expo, incl. push and OTA updates
- Store releases via App Store Connect and Google Play Console
- TypeScript monorepo for app, website and backend, web with Next.js and Tailwind
- Own promo, voucher and discount engine with contact and segment logic
- Payments via RevenueCat and in-app purchases, authentication with BetterAuth
- REST APIs based on OpenAPI, PostgreSQL with Prisma and Drizzle
- Self-hosting on Hetzner with Docker, Coolify, Terraform and GitHub Actions
- Tests with Vitest, Playwright and visual regression via Chromatic
- Observability via Grafana Cloud and error tracking with Sentry
- Performance marketing via Meta Ads, measured with custom event tracking
- Grew the product to 20,000 app users with a purchase rate of almost 12 %
- Managing Director since 04.2025, responsible for product and technology
Paul O.
Last position:
Freelance AI & SAP Consultant at AI & SAP Consulting Paul Oesterwitz
Source-to-pay AI initiative at an automotive supplier, advanced RAG and agentic AI workflows
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Solution Architects statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
19 years
Position duration
3.1 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
93%
Master's degree or higher
55%
Doctorate
8%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
97%
Based on our profile pool as of 15 Nov 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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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.
Solution Architects 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 (94%)
- Banking and Finance (50%)
- Manufacturing (44%)
- Automotive (44%)
- Professional Services (44%)
- Retail (30%)
- Telecommunication (30%)
- Insurance (29%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
Architecture that fits the business
A Solution Architect turns business goals into a system design teams can build. The work often starts with discovery: current landscape, constraints, risks, and the target setup. From there, the architect defines the right components, interfaces, and non-functional needs so delivery stays focused.
- Translate requirements into a clear solution design
- Map systems, data flows, and integration points
- Define security, scalability, and maintainability needs
- Guide build teams through decisions and trade-offs
Typical deliverables
Strong Solution Architects produce the documents and decisions that keep projects moving. That can include target architecture views, integration concepts, cloud landing zone guidance, API standards, migration plans, and decision logs. In larger programmes, they also align application, data, and infrastructure teams so the design stays consistent.
Where they add value
Companies bring in a freelance Solution Architect when a project needs senior direction without adding a permanent hire. This is common for cloud moves, ERP change, CRM rollouts, integration-heavy landscapes, and modernisation work. In Germany, they often support mid-sized firms and enterprise teams that need clear technical coordination across departments and vendors.
- Cloud and hybrid architecture
- System integration and API design
- ERP, CRM, and platform modernisation
- Migration planning and technical governance
Core skill set
A good Solution Architect combines broad technical range with practical judgement. They understand software architecture, infrastructure, security, data, and delivery methods, but they do not disappear into theory. They can work with engineers, product owners, and business stakeholders in plain language and keep everyone aligned on scope and risk.
Tools and methods
Common tools include diagramming and modelling tools, cloud architecture services, backlog and documentation tools, and collaboration suites. Depending on the setup, a Solution Architect may work in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and may need to understand SAP landscapes, middleware, identity management, or observability tools. The method matters too: clear assumptions, early decisions, and simple, documented trade-offs.
What strong profiles look like
The best Solution Architects are structured, calm under pressure, and specific. They can challenge weak requirements without slowing delivery. They know when to standardise and when to make room for edge cases. They leave behind designs that teams can actually use, not just slide decks that look complete.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with Solution Architects? These answers cover the essentials.
A Solution Architect defines how a business need becomes a working technical solution. They shape the target design, choose the right building blocks, and make sure systems, data, security, and delivery constraints all fit together. On a freelance project, they often step in for a specific initiative such as a cloud migration, integration programme, or platform redesign.
Hire a Solution Architect when the key problem is design and coordination, not just implementation. If several teams, systems, or vendors need to work together, this role keeps the solution coherent and reduces rework. A developer or engineer builds parts of the system; the architect makes sure the parts belong together.
A strong Solution Architect needs broad technical understanding and clear communication. Look for experience with application architecture, integration patterns, cloud platforms, security, data flow, and delivery methods. Just as important is the ability to explain trade-offs and write decisions that engineers and stakeholders can both use.
An enterprise architect focuses on the wider technology landscape, standards, and long-term direction across the company. A Solution Architect works closer to a specific initiative and designs the practical solution for that project. In many organisations, the two roles collaborate closely, but their scope is not the same.
Yes. Many projects can be run remotely, especially when the work is about design reviews, workshops, documentation, and stakeholder alignment. On-site time can still help at the start of a programme or during critical alignment phases, especially in Germany-based organisations with complex internal teams.
The exact stack depends on the project, but a Solution Architect should be comfortable with architecture diagrams, documentation tools, and collaboration platforms. Cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud are common, along with integration, identity, API, and monitoring tools. For enterprise clients, knowledge of SAP landscapes or similar business platforms can be valuable.
Ask for examples of decisions they have shaped, not just systems they have seen. A good Solution Architect can explain why a design was chosen, what risks were considered, and how teams were aligned. Strong candidates communicate clearly, think in systems, and leave behind decisions that hold up during delivery.
Freelance Solution Architects are useful when you need senior expertise quickly for a defined scope. They can join a project without a long hiring cycle and focus on the design work that matters most. This is especially practical for time-bound migrations, recoveries, audits, or new platform launches.
The average hourly rate for Solution Architects in Germany is 108 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 862 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Solution Architects in Germany, 93% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 55% hold at least a Master's degree, and 8% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Solution Architects in Germany have 19 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Solution Architects in Germany are German (98%), English (96%), and French (18%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Solution Architects in Germany are Information Technology (94%), Banking and Finance (50%), and Manufacturing (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Solution Architects in Germany are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (76%), and Project Management (74%).
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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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- Germany
- Austria
- Switzerland
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