BIRT Experts in Germany
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Ornel Franck Wora Yeno
Last position:
Purchasing Manager, Logistics & IT Manager at Onlinehandler
Proactive support of management in business field development & innovation management
New development of a suite of business applications for analyzing valuation, P&L, and market price risk data
Automation of all internal and external business and work processes
Development of AI-based and AI-supported ETL processes as well as data analysis
Business use-case development
Business and work process optimization
Enterprise architecture management
Sales data analysis and forecasting as well as capture
Inventory management & reordering
Supplier management and communication
Customs processing & clearance
Shipping handling & warehouse coordination
Interface management
Technologies used: Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, JTL-Wawi, JTL-WMS, OTTO Partner Connect (OPC), Amazon Seller Central, DHL Global Forwarding, Jira, Draw.IO, Java (8,17,21,25), Jenkins, SonarQube, Git, Gitea, Spring Boot, Spring Batch, Vaadin, H2, PostgreSQL, Docker, Local LLMs, Postman, JasperSoft Studio, JasperReports
Kyu-Wang Lee
Last position:
Software Architect & Lead Software Engineer at Landesamt für Steuern Niedersachsen
The goal of BIENE is to provide a uniform program for tax collection for all states.
In tax collection, the aim is to collect the assessed taxes. This includes handling due dates, documenting incoming and outgoing payments, triggering reminders or refunds. Statute of limitations and payment reminders also play an important role. All payment transactions with banks and accounting are mapped in BIENE.
Setting up the architecture and coordinating the provisioning of development and test environments at the Hanover location
Installing and configuring environments on Linux servers (Apache Kafka, PostgreSQL)
Interface tasks: coordinating and aligning the integration of software products from other departments and their test data
Upgrading application server, JDK, Maven project structure
Environment coordination and build management
Implementing external interfaces
Implementing business requirements
Designing and implementing RESTful APIs and OpenAPI specifications
Designing and implementing microservice architecture
Setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
Deploying applications on OpenShift
Creating technical documentation and diagrams
Working with SQL databases (Oracle and PostgreSQL)
Setting up authentication and authorization for the application and users
Containerizing the application (automated deployment via CI/CD pipeline)
Pierre-Jean Albertini-Fujii
Last position:
Verification Engineer – Aviation at Tri.Merge GmbH
- Automated Python-based analysis of test script repositories
- Built a SQLite database for signal and value tracking
- Identified critical discrepancies with ad-hoc SQL queries
- Technologies: Python, SQLite, Excel/ODBC
Faruk Sadriu
Last position:
Software Developer at HR Solutions GmbH
- Designing and developing a web application for the public sector
- Setting up and executing software tests, mainly unit tests
- Technical design and implementation of requirements
- Uploading and displaying CSV files
- Communicating with business units regarding development and test support
- Technologies used: Java, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Batch, Spring Cloud, Spring Data JPA and Hibernate, RESTful, JSON, React, Oracle, JUnit, Mockito, CI/CD, GitLab, Docker, Keycloak, Liquibase, BIRT, Swagger, Microservices
Alexander Ruetz
Last position:
Workday Architect & PMP | AI Readiness | Strategic HR Transformation | Founder at CloudMcFly at CloudMcFly
Introduction: Companies today face two major challenges: maintaining a pristine Workday tenant AND simultaneously developing an AI strategy that goes beyond mere experimentation. With CloudMcFly, I combine 10+ years of experience as a Workday Architect & PMP with cutting-edge AI strategy consulting. I don't offer theoretical concepts; I deliver implementable solutions. Core Services:
- AI Readiness & Process Audit Not every process requires AI. I analyze your HR/Finance processes (Workday & Non-Workday) to identify "low-hanging fruits" for automation and AI integration. Outcome: A concrete action plan including ROI calculation.
- ️ 2. AI Strategy & Governance Roadmap From vision to execution. Together, we define guidelines (Ethics, Data Privacy, EU AI Act) and select the right tools (ChatGPT Enterprise, Copilot, Custom Agents). Outcome: A secure roadmap approved by Management and IT.
- ️ 3. Workday Architecture & Optimization As a certified Architect, I ensure your Workday tenant remains stable while we integrate new technologies (Launch, PEX, Delivery Assurance).
- Enablement & Workshops An "AI Driving License" for your teams. Hands-on workshops on Prompt Engineering, Automation (n8n/Make), and operational efficiency.
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Dmitry Varlamov
Last position:
Fullstack Software Developer at Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation
- Backend development of the cloud-based microservice
- Frontend development of the microfrontend
- Migration of the cloud backend environment
- Rollout of the distributed high-availability Privacy Data Service
- Technologies: Java, Kotlin, Spring Boot, REST Services, Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, OpenAPI, Postman, JavaScript, Vue.js, AngularJS, TypeScript, Micro Frontend, Redis, Kibana, Grafana, CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Helm Charts, Sec-Hub, Black Duck, Docker, Maven, Git, Scrum
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
Allal Kharaz
Last position:
Java Senior Full Stack Developer at Insurance ÖRAG
- Further development of a policy administration system (contract/claims) for the legal expenses insurer ÖRAG.
- My role: Senior Software Developer.
- The team consists of 12 developers.
- Technologies used: Java 8/21, Java EE, Quarkus, WebLogic, JPA, RabbitMQ, JTA, CI, CD, Jenkins, DB2, Maven, Jenkins, GIT (bitbucket) later GitLab, Junit, Elasticsearch, Mockito, Jira, SonarQube, Scrum, React, Workflow
- Migration and modernization of legacy systems: rewrote C and C++ code in Java to improve maintainability, scalability, and performance. Refactored Python into Java, including optimization and integration into modern architectures.
- Study on the use of AI (Codex) for implementing a Java feature. The goal is to compare the time spent and productivity of AI-supported development with a classic implementation by a developer. The results should show how strongly the use of AI affects development time and efficiency.
- Development of the following tariff calculators for the years 2024/2026: private, companies, doctors, farmers, owner-occupied G + H, landlords, traffic, club, top managers, sales representatives, special criminal law, savings bank, municipal, BayGT, doctors, Dehoga
Jihane Takni
Last position:
Reporting and Business Intelligence Specialist at Union Investment
- Developing and implementing new reporting requirements based on Oracle DWH with various business intelligence systems (SAP Business Objects and Birt-Eclipse)
Henning Pankratius
Last position:
Siemens
- Developed a reporting API with RESTful services and Spring Boot
- LDAP integration
- Migrated services to AWS
- Bootstrap
- Frontend development with Angular 14
- JBoss
- DynamoDB
- S3
- Athena
Jürgen Schimanowski
Last position:
Service provider
- Development of calculation formulas for yield optimization.
- Creating Python-based tools to calculate relevant production parameters.
- Automated testing of the tools.
- Automatic generation of Excel files and datasheets, populating table cells and cell formatting.
Matthias Von Görbitz
Last position:
Managing Partner at IT consulting firm
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Statistics of experts using BIRT
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
20 years
Position duration
3.3 years
Positions per freelancer
12
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Automotive, Healthcare
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
64%
Master's degree or higher
55%
Doctorate
9%
Certifications per freelancer
5
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using BIRT
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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
Reporting output
BIRT, the Eclipse BIRT project, is used to create business reports from operational data. It fits scheduled statements, invoice layouts, management packs, and customer-facing documents where the format must stay stable. Strong specialists know how to shape data into clear output for PDF, HTML, and other delivery channels.
Where it fits
- Operational reporting from Java applications
- Pixel-precise PDFs and print-ready documents
- Embedded reports inside portals and workflows
- Data views for finance, sales, service, and operations
It is common in systems that already run on Java and need reporting without adding a separate tool for every team.
Core skills
Good BIRT professionals work across report design, data sets, scripts, and template structure. They understand SQL, Java integration, and how to keep layouts stable when business data changes. They also know the difference between a report that looks right in preview and one that still works in production.
Ecosystem
BIRT usually sits next to Java applications, relational databases, application servers, and source-controlled templates. Experts often handle report parameters, charts, drill-down logic, and export settings. They also troubleshoot runtime issues in the Eclipse BIRT engine and adapt older reports without breaking output.
When to bring help
Companies usually look for freelance BIRT expertise when reports are slow to change, layouts have drifted, or old templates need cleanup. It is also useful when a German team needs support for local business reporting, while the delivery work can still happen remotely. Clear documentation and direct feedback from business users help a lot.
What strong specialists deliver
A strong specialist does more than edit a template. They improve data access, keep report definitions maintainable, and make sure the output matches the business rule behind it. They also leave clean handover notes so internal teams can support the report later.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about BIRT.
BIRT is used to build business reports, formatted documents, and embedded output inside Java-based systems. Teams use it for PDFs, HTML reports, invoices, statements, and operational views that need controlled layout. It is a good fit when data comes from databases and the final document must be reliable.
Yes. Eclipse BIRT is the full project name, and many people shorten it to BIRT. Searchers may also refer to it as Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools, especially when they are looking through older documentation or project references.
A company should bring in a BIRT specialist when reports are hard to maintain, output formatting is inconsistent, or old templates need a safe refresh. It also makes sense when a Java system needs reporting added without redesigning the whole stack. A freelancer can usually step in for setup, fixes, or report recovery work.
BIRT is often chosen when teams want reporting tightly connected to Java applications and the Eclipse toolchain. JasperReports is another common option, and Crystal Reports comes up in some legacy environments. The best choice depends on the existing stack, the template complexity, and how the reports are deployed.
A strong BIRT expert usually brings SQL, Java, data modeling, and basic scripting skills. Knowledge of HTML, PDF layout, and application server deployment is also useful. If the report is customer-facing, attention to formatting and business rules matters just as much as technical setup.
Simple fixes may only need a specialist who understands existing templates and data sets. More complex work with subreports, scripted logic, or legacy report cleanup needs someone who has shipped BIRT work before and can read older designs quickly. The key is practical output, not a long résumé.
Yes, most BIRT work can be done remotely if the specialist has access to sample data, report definitions, and clear requirements. For teams in Germany, it helps when the freelancer can work in English and adjust to local business terminology. On-site time is mainly useful for workshop-heavy discovery or stakeholder review sessions.
Look for a BIRT freelancer who can explain report structure, data access, and deployment clearly. Good signs are clean templates, stable output across edge cases, and a careful approach to maintenance. Ask for examples of similar reports, especially if your case involves legacy documents or strict formatting.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used BIRT in their recent projects is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 843 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used BIRT in their recent projects, 64% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 55% hold at least a Master's degree, and 9% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used BIRT in their recent projects have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used BIRT in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (50%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used BIRT in their recent projects are Information Technology (92%), Automotive (50%), and Healthcare (42%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used BIRT in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (75%), and Quality Assurance (67%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used BIRT
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.
Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg Request a free demo
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