CMake Experts in Austria
, matched with vetted freelancers in minutesHire experts who configure portable builds, maintain CMake toolchains and connect C++ projects with testing and packaging workflows. FRATCH finds a precise match quickly among vetted, available freelancers.
Meet FRATCH Experts in Austria, who have recently used CMake
Gerhard Z.
Last position:
Embedded Software Engineer at Magna Kreisel Electric
- Development of a charging station for electric vehicles
- Tools: C/C++/Matlab/Simulink
- Development and testing of functional software with various communication buses
Christian W.
Last position:
EHF.at
- Further development and ongoing maintenance of the existing WordPress site for EHF.at to revamp the responsive design and improve usability on mobile devices.
- Integration of WooCommerce into the existing site for full e-commerce functionality and digitization of the team sports apparel sales process.
- Implementation and configuration of an automated newsletter system to strengthen customer loyalty through regular updates and personalized offers.
- Ongoing maintenance including regular updates, performance optimizations, and security checks to keep the site up-to-date and functional.
- Project-related technical activities: PHP, CSS, and JavaScript.
Mubin I.
Last position:
Software Engineer, Freelancer at Siemens-Linz
- Designed and implemented simulation software for electrical power systems, focusing on dynamic element interaction and user interface optimization using C++, wxWidgets, Windows, and Visual Studio.
Andreas S.
Last position:
Partner at Lemonbee
- Development of a power distribution solution for motorhomes
- Extension and adaptation of the existing prototype software for some parts of the power distribution system
- Development of missing firmware for other modules of the system
- Automation of the firmware build process through continuous integration (CI)
- Technologies used include C, Jira, Confluence, Git, GitHub, STM32, ESP32, CAN, CANopen, UART, and Zephyr
Sina D.
Last position:
Computer Vision Specialist at Mission Embedded
- Developing C++ packages for high-frequency video streaming.
- Contributing to the development of assistance systems for industrial applications.
- Designing and implementing sensor fusion solutions.
- Creating simulation models to generate synthetic data for AI training.
- Conducting research on advanced image processing techniques.
Dániel N.
Last position:
Postdoctoral Researcher - Theoretical and Computational Physics at Radboud University
- Built and maintained C and C++ simulation engines with Python analysis for studies of 4D random geometries on shared HPC systems.
- Developed modular Python pipelines with clear interfaces and caching for large datasets to improve analysis throughput and reuse.
- Automated SLURM and PBS batch workflows for submission, monitoring, environment capture, and artifact packaging to ensure reproducibility.
- Refactored utilities into tested, documented packages to lower maintenance effort and support collaboration.
- Supervised BSc students and organized seminars.
- Published several peer-reviewed papers.
Stefan M.
Last position:
Software consulting and development at An Austrian bank
Further development, configuration and operation of DOXiS, a document management system at a large financial services company. Development of a document interface as a REST API to integrate with third-party systems using the Java Spring Framework. Programming client scripts in Visual Basic, as well as workflow and agent scripts in Groovy.
Philipp H.
Last position:
Self-employed R&D focusing on medical imaging (freelancer) at GoCompute
- Image visualization
- Image quality improvements
- Image reconstruction
- Artefact reduction
- Algorithm development, enhancement, and porting (GPU)
- C++
- CUDA
- OpenGL
- OpenCL
- VTK
- ITK
- DICOM
- Realized projects for CADS GmbH and medPhoton, a Brainlab company
Discover over 15,000 top freelancers
Statistics of experts using CMake
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
16 years
Position duration
3 years
Positions per freelancer
8
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Research and Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Logistics, Project Management, Research and Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
75%
Doctorate
38%
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, Arabic
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 Austria 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 Austria using CMake
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.
CMake 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 (75%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Automotive (38%)
- Education (38%)
- Sport (38%)
- Energy (25%)
- Healthcare (25%)
- Professional Services (25%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Build system foundation
CMake is an open-source build-system generator used to describe how software is configured, compiled, tested and packaged. It produces native build files for tools such as Ninja, GNU Make, Visual Studio and Xcode, which helps teams maintain one project setup across operating systems. Its main language is declarative, with commands and targets defined in CMakeLists.txt files.
Cross-platform projects
CMake is especially common in C and C++ products that must run on Windows, Linux, macOS, embedded devices or multiple processor architectures. It supports libraries, executables, shared components and installation layouts while keeping platform-specific settings under control. Companies use it for desktop software, robotics, automotive systems, scientific tools, game technology and device firmware.
Ecosystem and tooling
Strong CMake work includes more than writing build scripts. Specialists often connect the build to:
- Ninja, GNU Make, Visual Studio and Xcode generators
- CTest for automated test execution and reporting
- CPack for installers and distributable packages
- Conan or vcpkg for C and C++ dependencies
- Presets, toolchain files and cross-compilation workflows
When expertise matters
Companies bring in freelance expertise when a build has become slow, fragile or difficult to reproduce. Typical needs include migrating from Autotools or handwritten scripts, introducing CMake into an existing C++ codebase, supporting a new compiler or target platform, and preparing reliable continuous integration. In Austria, remote collaboration can work well when repository conventions, build environments and release responsibilities are documented clearly; on-site work may help with hardware-connected systems.
Delivery and integration
A capable professional structures targets, options and dependencies so that local builds and CI use the same rules. They choose clear minimum requirements, isolate platform differences and avoid global settings that create hidden coupling. They can also integrate CMake with GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, package registries, static analysis and test frameworks such as GoogleTest or Catch2.
Signs of quality
Look for someone who can explain the generated build flow instead of treating CMake as a collection of copied snippets. Good specialists make configuration reproducible, keep cache variables purposeful and use modern target-based commands with correct usage requirements. They should review compiler warnings, dependency discovery, install exports and failure messages, then leave documentation that lets the team extend the system safely.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about CMake.
CMake is used to configure and generate build systems for software projects, particularly those written in C and C++. It helps teams compile, test and package the same codebase with tools suited to Windows, Linux, macOS or embedded targets.
CMake is a meta-build system: it generates files for backends such as Make or Ninja rather than replacing every build tool directly. Compared with Meson, it has a broader installed base and ecosystem, while Meson may offer a simpler syntax for some new projects.
CMake work is strongest when combined with C++ build knowledge, compiler configuration and dependency management. Experience with Git, CI systems, Conan or vcpkg, CTest, packaging, cross-compilation and debugging platform-specific failures is also valuable.
CMake expertise should match the build system’s complexity rather than a fixed number of years. A small library may need someone comfortable with targets and dependencies, while a multi-platform product benefits from a specialist who has handled toolchains, presets, packaging and CI integration.
CMake projects are often suitable for remote work because configuration, logs and build files can be reviewed in version control. Teams working with hardware, proprietary toolchains or laboratory equipment may still need occasional on-site collaboration, along with clear communication in the agreed project language.
CMake quality is visible in a small technical review: ask the specialist to explain target relationships, dependency discovery, build presets and platform-specific options. Look for reproducible commands, limited global state, useful diagnostics and documentation that another professional can follow.
CMake can provide a controlled migration path from Makefiles, Autotools or custom scripts. A good specialist maps existing compiler flags and dependencies first, then moves toward target-based configuration without breaking established release and testing workflows.
CMake projects depend on the commands, policies and generator behavior supported by the chosen minimum version. Freelancers should check the project’s supported toolchains, CI images and deployment targets before introducing newer features, and document any compatibility decisions for the team.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Austria who have used CMake in their recent projects is 86 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 687 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Austria who have used CMake in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 75% hold at least a Master's degree, and 38% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Austria who have used CMake in their recent projects have 16 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Austria who have used CMake in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Arabic (13%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Austria who have used CMake in their recent projects are Information Technology (75%), Manufacturing (50%), and Automotive (38%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Austria who have used CMake in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (75%), and Research and Development (63%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used CMake
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.
Countries:
- Germany
- Austria
Vienna Graz Request a free demo
Get in touch with the FRATCH team and we will get back to you within 4 hours.
Would you rather directly get in touch?
We always have the time for a call or email!
Philipp Thomaschewski
FRATCH CEO
