GPRS Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used GPRS
Rudolf Eggelbusch
Last position:
Datacenter Engineer, Network & Security Administrator at International insurance group
Operation and further development of the network and security infrastructure.
Monitoring, analysis and resolution of network and security incidents.
Cross-department collaboration with other specialist teams for operations, further development and reporting.
Firewall vulnerability analysis.
Firewall rule approvals.
Troubleshooting IP communication issues in the network and firewall infrastructure.
Security-critical IT infrastructure, processing of personal data, compliance with legal regulations.
Products: Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Cisco ACI, Checkpoint Firewalls, F5
Technologies: SDN, SDWAN, Cisco EPIC, Cisco ACI
Christian R
Last position:
Project Manager Outlook and Teams Rollout at BWI
- Gathering information
- Creating wave concepts for the rollout
- Coordinating employees
- Monitoring and steering measures
- Project management including analyses & reporting to the board
- Creating instructions and requirement specifications
- Training floorwalkers
- On-site rollout support
- VIP support
- Introducing SharePoint
Marko Oršolić
Last position:
System Administrator in a 6-person Team at FITS
- System administration of FreeBSD 11, 12 and 13.1 in a secure cloud software solution
- Administration of proxy servers for FITS and its clients, banks and state banks
- Administration of secure internet solutions
- Administration of secure mail solutions and mail gateways
- Administration of Apache 2.4 web servers
- Planning and maintenance of servers and network components in FNT Command
- Incident, change and ticket handling, especially troubleshooting network issues using Splunk and ARS
- Troubleshooting and log file analysis using Splunk Enterprise
- Monitoring with Nagios
- Ordering, provisioning and installation of certificates on Apache web servers, Nginx web servers and load balancers
- Hardware: HP ProLiant DL380 Gen 9 and 10, Cisco Catalyst
- Software: FreeBSD 11, 12 and 13.2, FNT Command, shell scripts, MySQL databases, ServiceNow, ARS, Splunk Enterprise 8.15
Daniel Knirsch
Last position:
Project planning and implementation of a 95 kWp PV system at Asset management company
- Analysis of technical and economic feasibility
- Creation of a detailed project plan including time and resource management
- Requesting and evaluating offers, selecting components, and managing suppliers
- Coordination of all involved trades (e.g. electricians, installation companies)
- Monitoring the construction work and ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met
- Acceptance and commissioning of the PV system including documentation
- After project completion: optimizing monitoring and supporting grid connection
Michael Eilers
Last position:
Software Developer at Continental
- Supported a telematics component in the automotive sector with SELinux and open-source license management.
- Products: SELinux, iMX8, ScanCode.
- Skills: Linux, firmware development, Python.
René Karges
Last position:
Freelancer at Freelance work
- Business analysis
- Requirements management
- Project management
- Stakeholder management
- Team leadership
Rupesh Kumar Sendge
Last position:
IT Baseline Compliance Consultant at Consultant
- Baseline compliance verification against MAS audit findings
- Building technical architecture concept for 30 technologies to build hardening standard artifacts
- Identifying and building automation possibilities for given technologies based on CIS
- Building the standard baseline configuration based on internal security standard
- Responsible for building Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) architecture artifacts based on Azure cloud platform
- Responsible for RFQ and RFP for different CNAPP solutions (Qualys Total Cloud, CrowdStrike, Azure Security Center)
- Supporting compliance verification and validation via automated scripts for a sample population of IT devices and instances
- Responsible for complete vulnerability management lifecycle using Nexpose, remediation, reporting and integration of results with Splunk, HPSM and Tableau
- Audit support for MAS
Ould Aly Isselmou
Last position:
Functional Safety Assessor at VW
- Pre-assessments and review of functional safety status for ADAS ECUs and body controller components
- Conduct functional safety audits
- Review the functional safety status of the E3 1.2 in a pre-assessment
- Document interviews
- Document findings and generate internal reports
Methods:
- ISO26262
- Automotive SPICE Level 2, 3
- Agile methods, SAFe
Tools:
- DOORS
- Enterprise Architect
- JIRA & Confluence
- IQ-FMEA
- Isograph
Jürgen Hertweck
Last position:
iOS App Development (AI-based) at Refreco GmbH
- Development of iOS apps in Swift
- AI-supported SW development using Vibe Coding with Claude Code
- Web applications through Vibe Programming
- Use of Swift, Xcode 15, Claude Code, Proxmox, GitLab, Visual Studio Code, Cursor, Doors, ClearCase
- Use of MS Project, OpenShift, Docker, Project Server, PageMaker, CRM, MS SQL Server
- SW techniques: UML, BPMN 2.0, ERD, client/server technology
Juan Solano Menacho
Last position:
Embedded Software Consultant at Embedded Software Consulting
- Development of a solar charge controller on an STM32 platform running FreeRTOS
- Development of embedded DSP software for automotive audio applications. Real-time signal processing software using C and Python/NumPy
- Development of serial drivers (SPI, I2C, UART) and real-time components in C for an electricity meter telemetry platform
- Unit testing with Unity and integration testing with Python
Bernd Meister
Last position:
Embedded Linux Developer at Continental AG
- Kernel update in Yocto project from v5.15 to v6.12
Guy Armand Belinga Ekobena
Last position:
Project Search at Project Search
Steffen Schwarz
Last position:
Senior Tester at Deutsche Bundesbahn
- Creation, automation, and execution of regression tests
- Manual, automated, and load & performance testing
- Use of Micro Focus Silk Central Test Management tool, AWS Workspace, Kubernetes, Postman, OPENLens, GitLab CI/CD, SharePoint, Confluence, Jira, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL, SAFe
Stefan Faust
Last position:
Project Management – Telecommunications at 1&1 Versatel
- Set of concurrent projects (BSS/OSS related)
Miroslav Pavlovic
Last position:
Managing Consultant at ICTT Digital Networks
TSI customer project data center migration (since 2024-07-01)
Inventory of active IT/OT components
Creation and management of the migration concept
Planning and execution of migration tests
Carrying out the IoT migration (network, VPN gateway, firewall adjustments)
Service migrations (mobile services)
Re-design of outdated technologies/services
Integration into operations
Logistics bus project at Daimler Truck and Mercedes Benz (2024-01-01 – 2024-06-30)
Development manager/technical consultant for the logistics bus
Coaching customers/TSI development teams and product owners
Creation/review of architecture designs and documentation
Project planning/customer meetings
Support for migrations from Java/WebSphere/JBoss to Kubernetes
Service design for performance visibility (2022-06-01 – 2023-10-31)
Performance visibility service development, network monitoring service for Telekom internal customers
Planning/integration/expansion of PV monitoring in cloud environments (AWS, Microsoft Azure)
Design/planning/implementation of performance visibility services based on NetScout/Kadiska software in customer environments
Agile project management/execution of PoCs (proof of concepts)
Design/architecture/concept creation
Diagnosis of network issues
Packet capturing/debugging
Preparation of customer and training documentation
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Statistics of experts using GPRS
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
34 years
Position duration
2.2 years
Positions per freelancer
22
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Telecommunication, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Bachelor's degree or higher
93%
Master's degree or higher
79%
Doctorate
7%
Certifications per freelancer
7
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
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 Germany 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 Germany using GPRS
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
GPRS basics
GPRS, or General Packet Radio Service, is the packet data layer used on GSM networks. It enabled always-on mobile data before modern 3G, 4G and 5G networks took over. Companies still use it where legacy devices, low-bandwidth telemetry or older mobile modules remain in service.
Typical work
- Keep industrial terminals and POS devices online
- Support M2M and remote monitoring links
- Check APN, SIM and roaming settings
- Diagnose attach, PDP context and signal issues
- Plan migrations from GPRS to newer mobile access
Tooling and ecosystem
Strong specialists know GSM core concepts, mobile network settings and the device side of cellular communication. They work with routers, modems, embedded modules, SIM profiles and carrier documentation. Common adjacent skills include LTE fallback planning, AT commands, network diagnostics and field support.
When to bring in help
Companies usually ask for freelance expertise when a legacy fleet starts failing, a rollout needs carrier-specific tuning, or a site depends on older mobile hardware. In Germany, this often comes up in logistics, utilities, retail and machine connectivity, where remote work is common but occasional on-site checks can save time.
What strong experts do
Good professionals do more than keep a connection alive. They trace the full path from device to carrier, compare module behavior across environments, and document changes clearly for operations teams. They also know when a GPRS solution should stay in place and when a move to LTE or another option is the safer choice.
Search terms and fit
Searchers often use GPRS, General Packet Radio Service, or simply GSM data when they look for this skill. The best fit depends on whether you need troubleshooting, migration support, or a specialist who can keep a legacy connection stable during business-critical operations. Clear requirements help separate routine support from real mobile network expertise.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about GPRS.
GPRS is used for low-bandwidth mobile data over GSM networks. Companies still rely on it for legacy terminals, telemetry, remote monitoring, alarms and simple machine-to-machine connections. It is most useful when the device only needs modest data transfer and must work on older mobile hardware.
GPRS sits on top of GSM and adds packet data to a network that was originally built for voice. EDGE is a related step-up in the same family, while LTE is a much newer mobile data standard with better speed and capacity. In hiring terms, a specialist who knows GPRS should also understand migration paths to newer network options.
Start with the device type, carrier, region, SIM setup and the exact failure mode. A strong GPRS freelancer will ask about APN settings, roaming rules, modem firmware and whether the issue appears on one site or across a whole fleet. That detail helps separate a network problem from a device or configuration problem.
A solid GPRS expert usually brings GSM fundamentals, modem configuration, field diagnostics and some embedded or network knowledge. AT commands, serial interfaces, SIM management and carrier troubleshooting are often part of the job. For migration work, LTE or 4G fallback knowledge is also valuable.
A simple connectivity check may need only focused troubleshooting skills, but a fleet-wide rollout or migration needs deeper system knowledge. With GPRS, the tricky parts are often carrier behavior, device compatibility and edge cases in the field. Choose a specialist who has handled the same kind of hardware and network setup before.
Most GPRS analysis can start remotely if the specialist can review logs, settings and device data. On-site help in Germany becomes useful when the problem involves weak signal, hardware swaps, antennas or local carrier conditions. Many projects use a remote-first approach with an on-site visit only when needed.
Look for clear troubleshooting steps, device-level detail and a practical plan for isolating the fault. A strong GPRS specialist explains why a change was made, not just what was changed. Good signs are clean documentation, carrier-aware thinking and a calm approach to legacy systems.
GPRS is still relevant when the existing hardware works, the data needs are small and replacement would disrupt operations. It becomes less attractive when you need better coverage, stronger security options or more capacity for connected devices. A good expert will help you decide whether to stabilize, maintain or migrate.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used GPRS in their recent projects is 102 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 816 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used GPRS in their recent projects, 93% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 79% hold at least a Master's degree, and 7% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used GPRS in their recent projects have 34 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used GPRS in their recent projects are German (100%), English (94%), and Spanish (35%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used GPRS in their recent projects are Information Technology (94%), Telecommunication (94%), and Automotive (59%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used GPRS in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (94%), and Product Development (71%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used GPRS
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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