Eclipse IDE Experts in Switzerland
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Reinhold Schätz
Last position:
Senior Software Developer at Hitachi Energy
- Support and further development of the Leegoo Builder
- Handling ad hoc requests
- Definition of rules/attributes and their rules
- Optimizing and managing SQL queries
Ahmed Rehman
Last position:
AI & Automation Engineer at Teosek GmbH
- Build prototypes, expand AI skills, and practical application in a startup context.
- Transition phase: further training in prompt engineering, APIs, AI, working on independent prototype projects, and collaborating at a friend's startup.
- Technologies: LangChain, REST, Python, Java, JS, TS, Node.
Andi Vontobel
Last position:
Test Engineer at Crypto AG and Crypto International AG
- Defining and carrying out system tests
- Supporting the automated test environment
- Evaluating tools for automated testing
Reto Bachmann
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)
Bojan Antonović
Last position:
Full Stack Developer with Angular at Further Education
- Highest level achieved: Certified Mid-Level Angular Developer
- 13 technologies newly learned or refreshed with (re-)certifications
- Current: Docker, Azure, Quarkus
Christoph Wagner
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.
Christof Hertkorn
Last position:
Test Manager at Planning and Information System
- Integrated Planning and Information System is rolled out and needs to be tested in various configurations and constellations
- Coordination and management of tests at approval, end-to-end, system and system integration levels as well as interface tests
- Development of a test plan according to HERMES standard for agile testing within SAFe/Scrum
- Automated tests developed in Ansible and integrated into a CI/CD GitLab pipeline
- Creation of system, integration, smoke, and end-to-end tests and management in Jira/Xray/Confluence
- Introduced a new review process for testing, leading to a redesigned Jira workflow presented in a cross-department board and released for all departments
- Consulting stakeholders to establish a toolchain for tests, requirements, bugs/defects for both GitLab and Atlassian tools
Mateusz Lipczyński
Last position:
Project Lead Developer at PwC
- Took over the analyst and leading developer role in an innovative project helping detection of financial fraud in a major financial institution in Zurich with assistance of artificial intelligence
- Analyzed and implemented new modules, improved performance and user experience, elevated technical documentation and code quality to the standard required by the end client
- Technologies: Java 17, JavaFX, Spring Boot, concurrency, UX, Gradle, Impala
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Statistics of experts using Eclipse IDE
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
30 years
Position duration
2.4 years
Positions per freelancer
15
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Government and Administration
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
86%
Master's degree or higher
86%
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
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Switzerland 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 Switzerland using Eclipse IDE
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
What it is
Eclipse IDE is a long-standing development environment used to build and maintain Java software, plug-ins, and many other JVM-based systems. It is known for its workspace model, rich editor support, and strong extension ecosystem. Teams often choose it when they need a flexible environment for large codebases.
Common work
Eclipse IDE specialists handle tasks such as project setup, refactoring, debugging, and code navigation in mixed or legacy environments. They also configure builds, import dependencies, and adapt the workspace to the team’s workflow.
- Java and JVM project setup
- Plug-in and extension work with OSGi
- Debugging, profiling, and code analysis
- Build tooling with Maven, Gradle, or Ant
- Workspace and team configuration
Ecosystem fit
Eclipse is often used with Spring, Maven, Gradle, Git, JUnit, and application servers. Strong professionals know how the IDE fits into the broader toolchain, not just how to edit code. They keep projects consistent, maintainable, and easy for teams to share.
When to bring in help
Companies bring in freelance Eclipse IDE experts when a workspace is slow, messy, or hard to maintain. They are also useful when a team must modernize an older Java application, recover a difficult setup, or support many contributors in parallel. In Switzerland, this often comes up in regulated enterprise, industrial, and public-sector software.
What strong specialists do
A good specialist understands both the IDE and the codebase behind it. They create clean project structures, solve import and dependency issues, and explain changes clearly to other experts. They also work well across locations, which matters when Swiss teams collaborate with remote specialists and expect clear communication.
Signs you need one
- The project opens with errors or missing dependencies
- Refactoring feels risky because the codebase is large
- The team needs plug-in or tooling customization
- Builds, tests, or run configurations are inconsistent
- Your current setup is hard for new contributors to use
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Eclipse IDE? Start with the answers below.
Eclipse IDE is used for Java development, plug-in work, and maintenance of large codebases. It is also common in JVM projects that need strong navigation, debugging, and workspace control. Many teams use it when the project structure is more important than a lightweight editor.
Eclipse IDE is often chosen for its extensibility, workspace model, and fit with older or highly customized Java environments. IntelliJ IDEA is usually preferred for a more guided out-of-the-box experience, while Visual Studio Code is lighter and broader across languages. The right choice depends on how much structure and plug-in control the team needs.
A strong Eclipse IDE specialist usually knows Java well and understands Maven or Gradle, Git, debugging, and testing with JUnit. For plug-in work, OSGi and PDE matter too. In many projects, knowledge of application servers, CI pipelines, and legacy code cleanup is just as important.
A Eclipse IDE freelancer helps when setup problems slow the team down, when imports and dependency handling are unstable, or when a large Java workspace needs cleanup. External help is also useful for migration work, plug-in development, or turning a hard-to-use setup into a repeatable one. That is especially valuable when internal experts are busy keeping the product moving.
Most Eclipse IDE work can be done remotely because the key tasks are workspace setup, code changes, debugging, and documentation. On-site time can help when a team wants close pairing on a legacy setup or needs fast access to internal systems. In Switzerland, many companies mix both depending on security and collaboration needs.
A good Eclipse IDE professional leaves behind a workspace that is stable, understandable, and easy to reuse. Look for clear project structure, sensible build integration, and fixes that reduce future friction instead of adding more configuration. Strong specialists also explain trade-offs and do not hide problems behind quick patches.
Eclipse IDE can still be a strong choice when a team needs deep Java support, plug-in extension, and control over a large workspace. It is especially relevant when existing processes, internal tooling, or legacy systems already depend on it. For greenfield work, teams often compare it carefully with newer alternatives before deciding.
A Eclipse IDE freelancer can deliver cleaned-up project setups, fixed launch configurations, plug-in scaffolding, migration support, and documentation for the rest of the team. They may also improve build integration and remove recurring workspace issues. The best outcomes are practical and easy for other experts to maintain.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used Eclipse IDE in their recent projects is 120 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 959 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used Eclipse IDE in their recent projects, 86% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 86% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used Eclipse IDE in their recent projects have 30 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Eclipse IDE in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (75%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Eclipse IDE in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Manufacturing (75%), and Government and Administration (75%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Eclipse IDE in their recent projects are Information Technology (88%), Product Development (88%), and Quality Assurance (88%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Eclipse IDE
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.
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