Delphi Experts in Switzerland
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Switzerland, who have recently used Delphi
Andi V.
Last position:
Test Engineer at Crypto AG und Crypto International AG
- Defining and conducting system tests
- Supporting the automated test environment
- Evaluating tools for automated testing
Frank G.
Last position:
Project Lead at Flamingo Med Solutions
- Led the founding of a startup for AI-based consulting products for dental practices.
- Developed and launched PraxisScore, a data-driven consulting product for economic analysis and corporate consulting of dental practices.
- Held full responsibility for technical implementation, AI integration, and structured startup setup from product idea to public launch at IDS 2025 in under three months.
Reto B.
Last position:
Managing Director at Atsoft GmbH
- Consulting in ICT, business processes, system architecture, web integration, client-server computing, cross-platform development, responsive web design, social media integration, GUI
- Custom and specialized solutions
- Applications for small and medium-sized enterprises
- Web services, web applications, portals, application extensions (add-ins, plug-ins)
- Database design, interface solutions
- Outsourcing in various industries
- Solutions for other software houses
- Project management and project support (software engineering, coding)
Christoph W.
Last position:
System Architect / System Engineer / Programmer at Deutsche Vermögensberatung (DVAG)
- Create requirements for the modularization of the promotion forecast.
- Set up and expand the various competitions for 2024.
- Customize and test the CICS dialog.
- Create various reports for the department using SQL.
- Implement and test new requirements in batch processes with IWS.
- Update documentation for the new requirements.
- Provide on-call support for daily and monthly production.
- Technologies used: SCRUM, Jira, Confluence, Windows 11, Unix, Enterprise Developer, z/OS, GIT, Mineral, Moped, IWS/TWS, JES, COBOL, CICS, DB2, SQL, Rocket, FortiClient, Citrix.
Oscar M.
Last position:
IT Specialist / DBA at Rothschild Private Swiss Bank
- Act as DBA SME for MS SQL Server and primary contact for MSSQL infrastructure and long-term technology roadmap in a critical 24/7 banking environment
- Maintain and evolve SQL infrastructure and monitoring system across development, test, UAT, and production environments (10 servers, 4 always-active Windows clusters, MSSQL 2014–2022 on VMs hosted by Inventix)
- Automate SQL operations using Brent Ozar scripts, PowerShell, and Inventix cloud script integration
- Build and improve ETL processes and BI applications (Power BI); plan resources and mentor BI team
- Participate in review, delivery, and deployment of database improvements across the software development lifecycle
- Migrate SQL Server instances from 2017 to 2019 and 2022
- Integrate new applications requiring MSSQL databases
- Manage and support on-premise and Azure SQL Server solutions; advise on industry standards, best practices, and creative database solutions
- Develop automation scripts for internal systems using PowerShell and Git
- Monitor systems with Splunk and Grafana; manage alerts, filters, data ingestion, and dashboard configuration
- Collaborate with operations, development, and business teams to identify and resolve operational and performance issues proactively
- Implement new SQL Server technologies such as Query Store, Extended Events, Tuning Advisor, and system traces
- Provide on-call support and regular maintenance during evenings and weekends
- Define and enforce system policies and standards; work closely with application managers, HR, and IT platforms in Switzerland and the UK
- Handle 2nd/3rd level support service requests; document resolutions and cooperate with vendors
- Use internal and external monitoring tools to detect performance trends and implement alerts and processes to prevent database issues
- Document and share knowledge to improve technical understanding across operations and development teams; administer Confluence (installation, configuration, document management, performance, upgrades)
- Work professionally in cross-functional teams to advise, influence, and coach development and operations teams on database topics
Karl E.
Last position:
incl. CI/CD, automation at AALS Software AG
- Designed and delivered a practical real-time course on Flink and Hadoop with MapReduce, HDFS, Spark, Flink, Hive, HBase, MongoDB, Cassandra, and Kafka
- Gained extensive DevOps and CI/CD experience
- Created ETL/ELT pipelines with Apache tools and Pentaho
- Led projects in municipal software, financial services, and big data with Kafka
- Developed AI/NLP models and chatbots with RASA, Chatter, and Dialogflow
- Built and managed a TypeDB knowledge database
- Worked with OpenStack, Kubernetes, and Podman
Balázs S.
Last position:
Owner at Schweighoffer GmbH
- Business analysis and requirements engineering
- Consulting technical mathematics and control theory
- Selling outsourcing software development projects to companies
- Project lead, controlling and automated testing
- Software design and support
- Developed control algorithm for a sensorless permanent magnet electric motor
- Solved control engineering problems for customers
Martin G.
Last position:
IT Project Manager ALV-eGOV, Deputy Head, Group Leader, Business Analyst, Requirements Engineer at SECO
- Planning, implementation, and rollout of 7 eGov services for companies and job seekers for the Unemployment Insurance Fund (ALV)
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Statistics of experts using Delphi
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
34 years
Position duration
3.5 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
75%
Master's degree or higher
63%
Certifications per freelancer
6
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland using Delphi
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.
Delphi 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 (100%)
- Banking and Finance (75%)
- Manufacturing (75%)
- Government and Administration (63%)
- Healthcare (38%)
- Transportation (38%)
- Professional Services (38%)
- Automotive (25%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Delphi foundations
Delphi is an object-oriented development environment and programming language based on Object Pascal. It is widely used for native Windows applications, business software, database tools and industrial interfaces. Its compiled applications can deliver responsive user experiences with modest system overhead.
Applications and systems
Delphi specialists work on long-lived systems where reliability, speed and controlled deployment matter. Common deliverables include:
- Desktop applications for finance, logistics, healthcare and manufacturing
- Point-of-sale, inventory and scheduling software
- Industrial monitoring and equipment-control interfaces
- Database-driven business systems and reporting tools
- Cross-platform applications with FireMonkey
Ecosystem and tooling
The VCL framework remains central to Windows desktop work, while FireMonkey supports interfaces across Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. Strong professionals use RAD Studio, Object Pascal, Delphi RTL and component libraries, and connect applications to SQL databases, REST APIs, messaging systems and Windows services. They also handle source control, automated builds and installer packaging.
When companies need specialists
Freelance expertise helps when a company must maintain a critical application without slowing internal teams. It is also valuable during migrations from older Delphi versions, integration projects, performance work and the replacement of undocumented legacy code. In Switzerland, remote delivery can work well when documentation, access controls and regular technical reviews are planned; some teams still need on-site collaboration for factory or hardware-linked systems.
What strong professionals deliver
Quality is visible in both the code and the handover. Experienced Delphi professionals separate interface logic from business rules, manage memory and resources carefully, write testable units and document database and API dependencies. They understand Unicode, 32-bit and 64-bit deployment, threading, exception handling and compatibility constraints. They can explain trade-offs clearly to technical and business stakeholders.
Choosing the right expertise
Match the specialist to the system’s actual constraints rather than to the language alone. Look for recent work with the relevant Delphi version, VCL or FireMonkey, database engine and deployment model. Ask for examples of upgrades, integrations or production incidents they handled. Clear communication in English, German or French may also matter for collaboration with Swiss teams and local stakeholders.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about Delphi? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
Delphi is mainly used to build native Windows desktop applications, database-driven business software and industrial control interfaces. It is also used for cross-platform applications through FireMonkey and for maintaining established systems that support daily operations.
Delphi produces compiled native applications and offers a strong visual workflow for Windows software. .NET and Java provide broader enterprise ecosystems and larger pools of libraries, while Delphi can be a practical choice when an existing Object Pascal codebase, desktop performance or rapid maintenance is central.
A strong Delphi specialist often brings SQL, database design, REST API integration and Windows deployment knowledge. Experience with version control, automated builds, authentication, reporting tools and legacy-code modernization is also useful.
The right level depends on the system’s age, complexity and operational risk. A small interface change may need focused knowledge of the relevant forms and database, while a migration or architecture change calls for a Delphi professional who can assess dependencies, testing needs and deployment constraints.
Yes, many Delphi tasks can be handled remotely through secure repositories, documented environments and scheduled reviews. On-site work may still help when the application connects to factory equipment, local peripherals or restricted company networks.
Ask the Delphi specialist to explain module boundaries, database access, error handling, testing and release procedures. A useful technical review should identify hidden dependencies, risky global state, outdated components and practical steps for safer change.
Delphi can support staged modernization without replacing an entire operational system at once. A specialist may upgrade the compiler, remove obsolete components, improve tests, expose APIs, refresh the interface and separate legacy modules while preserving critical business rules.
A Delphi freelancer may work with distributed teams, regulated business processes or industrial environments where documentation and access management are important. Clear communication in English, German or French can support collaboration, depending on the company and stakeholders.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used Delphi in their recent projects is 140 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,118 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used Delphi in their recent projects, 75% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 63% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used Delphi in their recent projects have 34 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Delphi in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (63%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Delphi in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (75%), and Manufacturing (75%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Delphi in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (88%), and Product Development (75%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Delphi
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
- Switzerland
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