Geographic Information System Experts in Berlin
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Gor Ohanyan
Last position:
Senior IT Transformation Consultant and Business Analyst at Self-employed Consultant
Senior IT Transformation Consultant and Business Analyst with a focus on banking and large-scale transformation projects.
Many years of experience in analyzing, structuring, and implementing business requirements, as well as designing target states in complex IT landscapes.
Strong interface skills between business and IT, with a focus on translating business requirements into workable IT concepts and architectures.
Solid experience in designing and improving end-to-end processes, as well as creating business concepts and decision papers.
Proven project success in the areas of Identity & Access Management (IAM), post-merger integrations, IT infrastructure, and regulatory requirements.
Confident in working with agile methods and artifacts.
Santina Wey
Last position:
Business Analyst & BI Strategist - Comparison Portal at dataweys (self-employed)
- Assessment of the existing reporting landscape and strategic bundling of needs
- Migration and consolidation of reports to Metabase, connected to ClickHouse as the data foundation
- Building and maintaining data pipelines
Stack: Metabase · ClickHouse · Appsmith · Airflow
Louis Guitton
Last position:
Freelance Solutions Architect and Machine Learning Engineer at Self-employed
- Develop and demonstrate solutions using GenAI software like langchain, vercel ai sdk, copilotkit
- Work with customers to understand their challenges and provide the best solutions based on open-source data products
- Build RAG and GraphRAG solutions using Neo4j, lancedb, and Postgres
- Deploy a LLMOps platform using kubernetes, terraform, helmfile, Arize phoenix, mlflow
- Architect and build data pipelines using dbt, Trino, Spark, Iceberg, Airflow, ArgoCD, terraform, kubernetes
- Delivered user-centred technical strategy for Agriculture 4.0 and precision livestock farming, helping my client secure funding from Bpifrance
- Delivered a prospecting tool for a leading French solar carport installer, using geospatial computing (GIS), speeding up the sales process
- Built digital twin architecture for solar carports and EV chargers, making real-time monitoring and smart charging possible
Daniel Stopp
Last position:
Frontend and Web Developer at Datalyze Solutions
- Frontend development and implementation of various designs (landing pages, overview pages)
- Responsible for the content and updates of the Datalyze Solutions company website
- Joint planning and development of an admin application for listing and locating real estate projects (CBRE)
- Joint planning and development of extensive solutions for automatic staff allocation in plants (Bosch)
- Backend development of various small projects with different stacks
- Tech stack: GitLab CI/CD, Elixir, Phoenix Framework, Ecto, PostgreSQL, Docker, Hetzner, Traefik, NGINX, Python, Flask, Next.js/React, Leaflet, GeoServer, TypeScript, MongoDB
Mohammad Zare
Last position:
Scientist & Project Manager (Data-Driven Climate Analytics) at Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering (ATB)
- Developed AI-powered analytics tools for drought prediction using CMIP6 data.
- Integrated UAV and satellite imagery to optimize predictive models for drought resilience.
- Designed a Decision Support System (DSS) for integrated water resources management.
- Partnered with industry and research institutions to deliver environmental monitoring solutions.
- Managed international projects, aligning data science innovations with policy and business goals.
Matthias Kozlowski
Last position:
Requirements Manager (freelance) at Bundesdruckerei GmbH
- Maintenance of the product backlog in collaboration with the PO
- Analysis and alignment of requirements
- Creation of process documentation and status reports
- Definition of workflows
- Preparation and moderation of agile meetings
Robin Steinkühler
Last position:
Consultant, Data Science & Engineering at valantic Digital Finance GmbH
- Bridged business and engineering for enterprise finance clients, designing data products and cloud pipelines in Python, SQL Server, SAP Datasphere, and Tagetik
- Conceived, built, and containerised a Python/FastAPI universal connector that syncs SAP S/4HANA and other SQL/NoSQL sources to Tagetik, deployed on Google Cloud Run and Microsoft Azure, cutting a critical 90-minute data load to approximately 80 seconds (65× faster)
- Architected a medallion-layer SQL Server warehouse ingesting approximately 500 GB/day from 11 ERP instances, automating daily refreshes (full load under 6 minutes) and freeing 20–30 finance staff from days of manual data consolidation
- Led cross-functional workshops to design enterprise EPM target architecture for a leading Southeast-Asian telecom (CAPEX, OPEX, revenue), translating requirements into data-model specifications and integration blueprints now being built by the client’s implementation team
- Delivered selected projects including a consolidated data & reporting warehouse for a global manufacturer (10 k+ employees), NFI reporting for an international management & technology consultancy, and CAPEX/OPEX planning for a Southeast-Asian telecom (20 k+ employees)
Eduardo Siegelwachs
Last position:
Agile Coach / Scrum Master / RTE at Toll-Collect GmbH
Agile Coach for the Mauterhebung domain, Release Train Engineer for the Portfolio & Governance division with 5 teams and 19 sub-teams
Implemented based on SAFe 6.0 and supported all other RTEs in an overarching role defining standards and processes for the entire company to support higher compliance
Dhruvil Patel
Last position:
Software Engineer at IT Codes
- Debugged and resolved critical issues in GIS-based web applications, improving system stability and reducing recurring errors
- Integrated REST APIs with interactive frontend map interfaces to enable real-time spatial data visualization
- Collaborated with Agile teams to deliver reliable software releases while optimizing application performance and troubleshooting system issues
Sheraz Khan
Last position:
Research Associate: Geospatial Data Infrastructure at Federal Environment Agency
- Management and further development of the geospatial data infrastructure
- Technical support
- Metadata management
- Consulting other departments
- Coordinating data flows with the European Environment Agency
- Open data
- Dashboards and visualizations
- Cloud-based solutions for process optimization
- Representation and participation in national and international committees and events
Kai Schmudlach
Last position:
Software Developer at Hensoldt AG
- Development of a GUI application for capturing and calculating TOPSIS sensor combinations
- Technologies: Python, VS Code, Unit Tests, Clean Code, GitHub Copilot
Christopher Scott
Last position:
Urban Heat Island (UHI) GIS analysis at Personal project
- Developed a GIS tool in Python to calculate and predict land surface temperature from spatial input variables from different sources, including remote sensing data.
- Implemented ETL pipelines and PostgreSQL with PostGIS.
Stephan Jorra
Last position:
PMO at Fritz Winter GmbH & Co. KG
Johannes Bremen
Last position:
Cost Manager (Offshore Projects) at 50Hertz Transmission GmbH
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Statistics of experts using Geographic Information System
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
16 years
Position duration
2.1 years
Positions per freelancer
8
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Research and Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Education
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
75%
Doctorate
25%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Berlin using Geographic Information System
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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 GIS covers
A Geographic Information System, often called GIS, combines spatial data, maps, and analysis tools in one workflow. Companies use it to understand where things are, how they connect, and what changes over time. It supports planning, operations, and reporting in clear visual form.
Common work
- map layers, geocoding, and routing
- spatial analysis and location intelligence
- dashboard views for field or business teams
- data models for parcels, assets, routes, and zones
- integration with CRM, ERP, and sensor data
Tooling around it
Strong GIS specialists work with ArcGIS, QGIS, PostGIS, GeoServer, and spatial data formats such as GeoJSON, Shapefile, and WMS/WFS services. They also understand coordinate systems, map rendering, and data quality checks. In Berlin, this often supports mobility, utilities, logistics, real estate, and public-sector projects.
When to bring in help
Companies bring in freelance GIS experts when a map project needs to move from a prototype to a stable system. That can mean cleaning spatial datasets, connecting GIS to business systems, or fixing slow map performance. It also helps when a team needs short-term support for migration, documentation, or review.
What strong specialists do
Good professionals do more than draw maps. They design spatial data structures, validate geometry, handle projections correctly, and keep layers consistent across tools and services. They also ask the right questions about accuracy, scale, permissions, and how people will actually use the result.
How projects stay practical
A GIS project works best when scope is narrow and data sources are clear. Teams should define the target map, the required analysis, and the update process before development starts. Remote work is often enough, but on-site sessions in Berlin can help when stakeholders need to review local data, workflows, or legacy systems face to face.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about Geographic Information System? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
A Geographic Information System is used to store, view, and analyze data tied to places. Companies use it for maps, route planning, asset tracking, service areas, field work, and location-based reporting. It helps turn scattered spatial data into decisions people can act on.
Hire a GIS specialist when the project depends on spatial accuracy, map layers, projections, or geodata services. A general data expert may handle parts of the stack, but GIS work needs specific knowledge of geometry, coordinate systems, and map standards. That matters when results must be reliable for operations or public use.
Geographic Information System work goes beyond static maps or regular charts. Cartography tools focus on presentation, while BI dashboards focus on business metrics; GIS combines spatial data management, analysis, and visualization. If location changes the answer, GIS is usually the better fit.
A strong GIS expert often understands spatial databases, SQL, data cleaning, and web mapping. Knowledge of APIs, cloud services, and formats like GeoJSON or WMS is also useful. For larger projects, experience with data governance and integration work makes a big difference.
A Geographic Information System project needs someone who has handled real spatial data, not just map viewing. The right level depends on the task: simple layer setup is different from spatial analysis or enterprise integration. Ask for examples that match your data, tools, and delivery needs.
Much GIS work can be done remotely because data, maps, and services are digital. On-site time in Berlin can still help when teams need to review local workflows, legacy systems, or sensitive datasets together. Many projects work well with a hybrid setup.
Look for clear thinking about data sources, coordinate systems, and edge cases. A good Geographic Information System specialist explains trade-offs, checks map accuracy, and documents the setup so others can maintain it. Weak work often shows up as inconsistent layers, broken joins, or unclear assumptions.
ArcGIS and QGIS are common parts of the GIS ecosystem, but they are not the whole field. A real specialist should understand the tools and the spatial concepts behind them. That includes data models, services, analysis methods, and how to move work between desktop, web, and server environments.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 840 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 75% hold at least a Master's degree, and 25% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects have 16 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (36%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects are Information Technology (71%), Professional Services (64%), and Education (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Geographic Information System in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (71%), and Research and Development (71%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Geographic Information System
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