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
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.
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
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
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
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 WBCI pre-coordination workflow
- Conducting unit, integration, and acceptance tests with business units
- Setting up CI/CD pipelines
- Troubleshooting support tickets
- Performing major refactorings of legacy code to adapt to new microservices
- Participating 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
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)
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).
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Statistics of experts using Android SDK
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years
Position duration
3.4 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
77%
Master's degree or higher
31%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
94%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge 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 19 Sep 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 (94%)
- Automotive (50%)
- Education (50%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Transportation (44%)
- Telecommunication (44%)
- Media and Entertainment (38%)
- Retail (38%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Android application foundation
The Android SDK is the core toolkit for creating applications that run on Android devices. It provides APIs, platform tools, emulators, build support and testing components for phones, tablets, televisions, cars and other connected devices. Professionals use it to turn product requirements into reliable native applications with consistent behavior across device types.
Kotlin and Android Studio
Strong Android SDK work usually combines Kotlin with Android Studio, Gradle and the Android build system. Specialists work with Jetpack libraries such as Compose, Navigation, Room, WorkManager and Lifecycle to structure applications and reduce repetitive platform code. They also use Android Emulator, Logcat, profilers and automated test frameworks to diagnose issues before release.
- Design screens with Jetpack Compose or Android Views
- Connect applications to APIs, databases and authentication services
- Configure builds, signing, flavors and release workflows
- Test behavior across screen sizes, versions and device capabilities
Products and use cases
Companies bring in Android SDK expertise for consumer applications, mobile banking, retail services, media products, logistics tools and internal business applications. The work may include offline-first flows, push notifications, maps, camera features, Bluetooth connections, payments or background synchronization. Specialists can also adapt existing applications for new Android releases and form factors.
When freelance expertise helps
External support is useful when a mobile team needs to accelerate a new application, stabilize a difficult release or fill a gap in platform knowledge. It is also valuable during migrations from legacy Views to Jetpack Compose, major architecture changes, performance work or Google Play publication. In Germany, remote collaboration often works well when requirements, device access and release ownership are clearly defined; some teams may still need on-site workshops.
Quality signals
A capable professional understands Android lifecycles, permissions, threading, accessibility, security and battery limits rather than treating the SDK as a simple UI toolkit. They explain trade-offs between native APIs and third-party libraries, keep dependencies maintainable and investigate failures with reproducible evidence. Ask for examples of shipped applications, testing practices, release responsibility and decisions made under real device constraints.
Adjacent platform skills
Android SDK projects often depend on REST or GraphQL APIs, JSON handling, authentication, analytics, crash reporting and cloud services. Useful surrounding knowledge includes Git, continuous integration, secure storage, backend coordination and product analytics. For German teams, clear communication in English may be sufficient for distributed work, while German can help with local stakeholders, regulated products and on-site collaboration.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about Android SDK — answered in short.
The Android SDK is used to create, test, debug and package applications for Android devices. It includes platform APIs, build tools, emulators and testing utilities that support native mobile products across phones and other Android-powered devices.
The Android SDK gives direct access to Android platform APIs and device capabilities, which can improve control over performance, background work and user experience. Cross-platform tools can share code across operating systems, but platform-specific behavior may still require Android knowledge.
A strong Android SDK specialist commonly works with Kotlin, Android Studio, Gradle, Jetpack libraries and Jetpack Compose. Experience with APIs, authentication, databases, automated testing, Git and continuous integration is also valuable.
The right Android SDK experience depends on the product and its risks. A simple application may need solid UI, API and testing skills, while banking, connected-device or high-traffic products require deeper knowledge of security, performance, offline behavior and release operations.
Yes, Android SDK work is often suitable for remote collaboration when teams provide clear requirements, repository access, test devices or emulator coverage and a defined release process. English is commonly workable for distributed teams, while German can help when workshops or local stakeholder communication are central.
Companies often bring in an Android SDK freelancer for a new application, a release problem, a migration to Jetpack Compose or a temporary gap in platform expertise. Freelance support can also help establish testing, improve performance or prepare an application for Google Play distribution.
Review whether the Android SDK specialist can explain architecture, lifecycle handling, permissions, testing and performance decisions in practical terms. Ask how they investigate crashes, support different devices and keep dependencies and releases maintainable.
An Android SDK freelancer may deliver application features, Kotlin source code, Compose or View interfaces, API integrations, automated tests and build configurations. Depending on the assignment, deliverables can also include release documentation, monitoring setup, performance findings and Google Play submission support.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects is 97 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 780 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects, 77% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 31% 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 3.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects are German (100%), English (88%), and French (13%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Android SDK in their recent projects are Information Technology (94%), Automotive (50%), and Education (50%).
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 (56%).
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