Android SDK Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Android SDK
Yusuf C.
Last position:
Senior Software Engineer at LeiKon GmbH
- Development of scalable backend applications with C#/.NET and Java
- Design and implementation of distributed microservice architectures
- Development and integration of REST APIs for industrial applications
- Development of modern web applications with React, Angular, and TypeScript
- Implementation of MQTT-based communication solutions
- Integration of industrial protocols such as OPC UA and Modbus TCP
- Development of batch, process control, and HMI components
- Containerization and deployment of applications with Docker
- Conducting code reviews and supporting architecture decisions
- Close collaboration with Product Owners, QA, and interdisciplinary teams
- Analysis of business requirements and implementation of technical solutions
- Further development of existing software architectures with a focus on maintainability and performance
Technologies: C#, .NET, ASP.NET Core, Java, C++, React, Angular, TypeScript, Vue.JS, MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus TCP, Docker, GitLab, MariaDB, MySQL, Linux
James C.
Last position:
Freelance Android Developer at Normalis
- Working on Telecommunication Apps on Android under NDA for the Military
- Participation in the development of backend services (Spring, Java)
- Android Development, Kotlin, Compose, REST, JSON, State-Machines, Android Studio, IP Communication, Cybersecurity, Agile
Frank S.
Last position:
Software and Database Developer at Frigosped GmbH
- Migrating the existing Delphi 2010 version to Delphi 10.4.
- All software products must be made Terminal Server capable.
- Support and further development of the in-house forwarding software until it is replaced by a newly purchased version.
- Technologies: Delphi 2010, Delphi 10.4, Advantage Database, DevExpress, GIT, Devart, OOP.
Peter G.
Last position:
Senior Backend Developer at NetCom BW GmbH
- Development of microservices according to the TMF standard
- Adaptation of existing workflows to microservices (PNMGT, RADIUS, WBCI, ACS, VOIP, P2P)
- Migration of communication from RabbitMQ/REST to Kafka
- Development of Camunda processes for billing leased infrastructure
- Implementation of Kafka connectors for billing and inventory data systems
- Automation of the workflow for WBCI preliminary coordination
- Execution of unit and integration tests as well as acceptance tests with the business departments
- Setup of CI/CD pipelines
- Error analysis for support tickets
- Execution of larger refactorings of legacy code to adapt it to new microservices
- Participation in meetings to gather and clarify requirements
- Technologies: Kubernetes, AWS-DevOps, Apache Camel, Debezium, Python, TMF, Confluent, Kafka, OpenAPI, Java 21, Spring Boot, Docker, MapStruct, PostgreSQL, Maven, Camunda, Keycloak
Patrick W.
Last position:
AI Software Engineer at IppenMedia
- Analysis
- Consulting
- Software design
- Development
- Automation
- Testing
- Deployment
- Architecture, development and deployment of various proof-of-concept applications around the integration of current AI interfaces including conversational, realtime voice, images and videos
- Developed best practices for working with agentic systems and AI in practice
- Created code templates
Adel B.
Last position:
React Native Developer at Dayt GmbH
- Development and maintenance of a React Native application for Android (Google Play Store) and iOS (App Store).
Umer D.
Last position:
Activation and Vocational Integration Program with Integrated Language Support at Berlitz
- Intensive language course with a focus on professional language content.
Rafael K.
Last position:
Senior Android Developer / Team-Lead at IBM Deutschland
- Further development and release support for a white-label ePA component for health insurance companies
- Technologies: Android (Kotlin), Kotlin Multiplatform, Coroutines, Jetpack Compose, MVVM, StateFlow, Gradle, ProGuard
Andreas N.
Last position:
Open Source Founder at Privatier
- AI-supported source code analysis
- AI image generation for a shirt shop
- AI-supported analysis of connected YouTube channels and commenting users
- AI-supported software prototyping
- Operation of a local AI environment
- 3D printing and scanning: development of a process to repair GfK parts using 3D-printed negative molds
The focus is on practical applications of new technologies, founding an open-source project for a yacht autopilot, as well as yacht refit and motorhome conversion.
Christopher M.
Last position:
Mobile & Full-Stack Engineer at Propstack GmbH
- Refactored the mobile app by reimplementing stores, models, API client, screens and components using Typescript
- Added performant on-device storage for stores as preparation for offline mode
- Integrated RNUILib to achieve a minimal and modern UI design quickly
- Implemented native packages to provide additional features such as displaying of caller IDs
- Planned feature development and UX improvements following initial refactoring and redesign
Dmitrii S.
Last position:
Senior Developer/Team Lead at Devexperts
Project Livebash (2021-12-01–2023-12-31)
Development and design of the core system
Code reviews
Developer management
CI/CD
Client communication
Leading epics
Speaking at conferences
Managing the production system
Interviewing project developers
Outcome: production system
Technologies and tools: Java 11, Java 17, Kotlin, Spring Boot, TeamCity, Gradle, AWS DynamoDB, JUnit, Mockito, Docker, Docker Compose, AWS SQS, AWS EC2, AWS S3, AWS MediaLive, Ethereum, Postman
Project Robinhood (2024-01-01–2024-05-31)
Customization and development of product features for specific clients
Interviews with project developers
Technologies and tools: Java 17, Java RX, Kotlin, Spring Boot, TeamCity, Gradle, JUnit, Mockito, Docker, Docker Compose, PostgreSQL
Projects Sway, Tickmill, Pepperstone, UCapital (2024-06-01–present)
Customization and development of product features for specific clients
Bug fixes
Porting tickets from the product
Feature development
Technologies and tools: Java 17, Java RX, Kotlin, Spring Boot, TeamCity, Gradle, JUnit, Mockito, Docker, Docker Compose, PostgreSQL
Md. Shah S.
Last position:
Android Engineer at ScrapBays Ltd.
- Built features using Jetpack Compose
- Improved location-based features with in-memory caching
- Developed Merchant-to-Merchant chat functionality from scratch
- Integrated FCM with deep links to enable contextual push notifications
- Performance tuning for Google Maps view using clustering for better performance in dense areas
Anurag K.
Last position:
Software Development Engineer - Mobile at Krian GmbH
- Engineered the App-Connect module for Volkswagen HMI systems (Passat, Golf, ID series), reducing smartphone pairing time by 30%.
- Developed SABGWALA, a Flutter-based e-commerce app with Clean Architecture, increasing daily active users by 40%.
- Delivered Det-Medex, an Android ML app using MediaPipe, improving real-time body tracking by 25%.
- Integrated a TensorFlow module into the Android and iOS modules of the Det-Medex app, using Jetpack Compose for design and Kotlin for the camera module.
- Utilized Firebase Core, Firebase Auth, and Firebase Cloud Storage for backend services.
- Implemented Clean Architecture with Get_It for dependency injection.
- Managed routing with Go_router and state management with flutter_bloc.
- Supported both German and English languages in the application.
- Developed and maintained the App-Connect application for Volkswagen, improving connectivity reliability with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and MirrorLink by 20%.
- Enhanced user interface and experience, resulting in a 15% increase in user satisfaction.
- Implemented robust Bluetooth and USB connectivity features, reducing connection errors by 25%.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in an agile environment, leading to on-time delivery of key milestones.
Alexander S.
Last position:
Full-Stack Developer (Java/Kotlin/Angular) at Hypoport (Vergleich.de)
Further development of the vergleich.de website
Development of new and improvement of existing backend services as microservices
Deployment via TeamCity and GitHub Actions
Development of monitoring tools
Development of REST APIs
Database migration from Oracle to PostgreSQL
Java and Kotlin (including Spring, Spring Boot, JPA, Hibernate)
Angular (TypeScript) and JavaScript
IntelliJ IDEA and WebStorm
Apache Maven
Oracle DB (and SQL Developer), MongoDB, PostgreSQL DB
Git (GitLab, GitHub, BitBucket)
TeamCity
Jira
Docker
JUnit, Mockito, jasmin
Bernd G.
Last position:
Freelance Embedded and Software Engineer at Hardware-Software-Design
Specialized in embedded software development with C, C++, assembly, and designing interfaces to other applications or components
Focus areas: communication (wireless and wired), control/regulation, low-power RF applications (e.g., Bluetooth LE), IoT applications, systems for measurement/data acquisition
Development of cross-platform communication protocols based on Bluetooth Low Energy for embedded systems, embedded Linux, and mobile applications
Mobile/desktop software development with C/C++, QML, and the Qt framework; platform-specific interfaces in Java/Kotlin for Android and Objective-C/Swift for iOS
Platforms: Linux, Android OS, iOS, Windows/UWP, embedded Linux, macOS; cross-platform with Qt 6, QtQuick/QML
Multithreaded applications, UI/UX design with QtQML; experience with VxWorks and QNX
Consulting and requirements analysis from concept through design, prototyping, testing to production transfer
Expertise in desktop, mobile, and backend software, cross-platform development, embedded software, digital and mixed-signal applications, wireless modules (Bluetooth LE, WiFi), short-range device certification, Bluetooth listing
Hardware development: concept and design of electronic circuits, schematic creation (OrCAD, Fusion360), simulation (PSpice, LTSpice), layout, prototype assembly, and commissioning
Extensive project experience in PC/desktop/server software, embedded software, mobile applications, and hardware development projects (selected from 2008 to 2025)
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Statistics of experts using Android SDK
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years
Position duration
3.5 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Automotive, Education
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Logistics
Bachelor's degree or higher
75%
Master's degree or higher
33%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
93%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany 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.
Average rates of experts in Germany using Android SDK
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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Android SDK 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 (93%)
- Automotive (53%)
- Education (53%)
- Transportation (47%)
- Manufacturing (47%)
- Telecommunication (40%)
- Banking and Finance (33%)
- Healthcare (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Native Android foundation
Android SDK is the core toolkit for creating native applications for phones, tablets, TVs, cars and other Android devices. It provides APIs, libraries, build tools, emulators and debugging utilities for features such as storage, sensors, notifications, location and connectivity. Specialists use it to turn product requirements into dependable Android experiences.
Kotlin and Jetpack
Modern Android work commonly combines the SDK with Kotlin, Android Studio and Jetpack. Specialists use Jetpack Compose for declarative interfaces, Navigation for screen flows, Room for local data and WorkManager for background tasks. They also work with lifecycle handling, permissions, accessibility, responsive layouts and configuration changes.
Typical deliverables
- Native mobile applications for consumer and business use
- Android interfaces built with Views or Jetpack Compose
- Device integrations using camera, Bluetooth, GPS and sensors
- Offline workflows, local persistence and background processing
- Release builds, Google Play submissions and maintenance updates
When companies need specialists
Freelance expertise is useful when a product team is launching an Android application, modernising an older codebase or adding device-specific capabilities. It can also help with performance issues, release automation, test coverage and migration from Java to Kotlin. In Germany, specialists may support distributed teams or collaborate on site where close coordination with product, design and embedded teams matters.
Quality signals
Strong professionals understand Android lifecycles, state management, threading, security and battery constraints rather than focusing only on screens. They test across form factors and operating-system versions, investigate crashes with clear evidence and keep dependencies maintainable. Good delivery includes readable code, automated tests, documented decisions and a release process the internal team can operate.
Delivery and collaboration
Android work connects mobile code with APIs, identity services, analytics, payments, push messaging and continuous integration. Relevant adjacent skills include REST or GraphQL integration, Git, automated testing, app security and observability. Remote collaboration works well with clear acceptance criteria and device access; German and English language expectations should be agreed before work begins.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about Android SDK — answered in short.
The Android SDK is used to build, test and maintain native applications for Android devices. It includes platform APIs, build tools, emulators and debugging support for functions such as graphics, storage, sensors, networking and notifications.
A specialist using the Android SDK can access Android platform features directly and optimise behaviour for device hardware, battery use and system versions. Cross-platform frameworks can share more code across mobile systems, but native Android work may offer finer control and simpler access to Android-specific capabilities.
A strong Android SDK specialist commonly works with Kotlin, Android Studio, Jetpack, Gradle and Git. Experience with REST or GraphQL APIs, local databases, automated testing, CI pipelines, app security and Google Play releases is also valuable.
The right Android SDK experience depends on the product, its risk and the condition of the existing codebase. A simple application may need focused implementation skills, while regulated, offline-first or hardware-connected products require deeper knowledge of architecture, security, testing and release operations.
Yes, Android SDK projects can usually be delivered remotely when repositories, test devices, design files and product documentation are accessible. On-site collaboration can help when the application depends on physical hardware, laboratory testing or close coordination with teams in Germany.
Review whether the specialist can explain lifecycle decisions, state handling, performance trade-offs and testing coverage in practical terms. Ask for examples of maintainable Android applications, crash investigation, release management and work across different device conditions.
Android SDK projects are commonly written in Kotlin today, but Java remains relevant in established applications and third-party libraries. A capable specialist should be able to maintain Java code, use Kotlin safely and plan migrations without disrupting releases.
Working with the Android SDK involves Android Studio, Gradle, emulators, physical test devices and platform command-line tools. Freelancers should also understand signing, build variants, dependency management, automated tests and the Google Play release workflow.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects is 96 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 771 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects, 75% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 33% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects are German (100%), English (87%), and French (13%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects are Information Technology (93%), Automotive (53%), and Education (53%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Quality Assurance (60%).
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