Headless CMS Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Headless CMS
Alois R.
Last position:
Senior Fullstack Developer at brandung GmbH
- Opt-in RAG extension over tenant-owned data sources (SharePoint, Confluence) on existing multi-tenant enterprise AI platform
- Architecture: ADRs, solution evaluations, permission strategy, cost modeling
- End-to-end SharePoint and Confluence connectors: OAuth consent flows, token refresh, metadata sync, search integration
- Permission resolution: ACL indexing at ingestion and query-time verification (document-level security)
- Elasticsearch hybrid search (semantic + keyword) with RRF scoring
- RAG chat with context injection and source citations
- Stack: Elastic Cloud, Elasticsearch, Docker, Northflank, Next.js, React, TypeScript, Prisma, Microsoft Graph API, Atlassian REST API, OAuth 2.0
Markus O.
Last position:
Lead E-Solution Architect & Senior Requirements Engineer at Zasterbot-Oracle
- Clarification of project objectives, scope and the target business vision for building the AI-based knowledge database.
- Derivation of the initial architecture and implementation strategy for the Zasterbot chatbot, including separation of the MVP and further development stages.
- Development of a target business vision for building a structured knowledge database and integrating a future chatbot.
- Derivation and prioritization of use cases for information retrieval and provision by the chatbot.
- Modeling of data structures and flows for the effective organization of the knowledge database on the Base44 platform.
- Design and implementation of data models for storing and linking relevant information.
- Development of processes for extracting, analyzing and preparing raw data for the knowledge database.
- Ensuring data consistency and quality as the basis for the future chatbot.
- Planning the integration of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) for precise and context-specific answers.
- Implementation of functions for analyzing and displaying data from the knowledge database.
- Use of the Base44 platform with JSON Schema-based entities and a flexible permission concept.
- Implementation of Deno functions for backend logic, event processing and connecting external APIs.
- Integration of OpenAI services for initial data analysis.
Noël L.
Last position:
Freelance Senior Product Owner at Rewe Digital GmbH
- Interim Product Owner for two new applications as part of the introduction of a new bonus points program within the entire Rewe Group
- Coordination of cross-team planning (initiative management) and implementation
- Responsibility for product vision, roadmap, backlog and stakeholder management within an agile scaled product development team
- Successful Go Live with both applications on 2024-09-24
Tim J.
Last position:
Senior Frontend & UX Engineer at EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG
Key responsibility for the visual and technical frontend relaunch as well as the continued development of the platform architecture.
- Designed and continuously developed the frontend architecture, including a Figma-based Component Library and migration to Vue 3.
- Developed a robust, high-performance, component-based CSS architecture.
- Continuously optimized accessibility, Core Web Vitals, and web performance.
- Worked closely with UX, Product, and Editorial teams on design, product, and implementation decisions.
RESULT:
- WCAG-compliant
- Core Web Vitals issues resolved
- PageSpeed ~90 Desktop / ~80 Mobile
Alessandro L.
Last position:
Vue Frontend Engineer at Savills
- Savills is one of the world's leading property advisors with 700+ offices worldwide. In Berlin, I built core digital solutions for the valuation business, replacing legacy Access-based workflows with an enterprise-grade web app built on Vue.js.
- Frontend Architecture & Scalability: Designed scalable Vue + TypeScript frontend architecture for internal enterprise applications, integrating a Symfony backend and interactive maps.
- Legacy Modernization: Led the modernization of legacy jQuery-based systems into maintainable Vue-driven applications, improving performance, maintainability, and efficiency across business workflows.
- PDF Report Workflow Automation: Engineered Twig-based automated PDF generation pipelines that reduced manual report preparation time by ~80%, saving approximately 12h per analyst/month.
- Design System & Frontend: Built a scalable SASS-based design system using mixins, maps, functions, and reusable UI patterns for consistency and long-term maintainability.
Siegfried-Thor B.
Last position:
Independent AI Risk Auditor & Software Architecture Reviewer at Confidential Client
Conducted an independent technical assessment of an AI-enabled software platform, combining AI risk auditing, cybersecurity analysis and software architecture review. Reviewed application components, APIs, data flows, LLM integrations, retrieval-augmented generation, multi-agent orchestration, authentication, tenant isolation, dependency vulnerabilities, AI governance and model lifecycle controls. Authored a technical audit report with a structured risk register, source-code evidence, regulatory references, corrective actions, AI system inventory, risk classification, remediation roadmap and Key Risk Indicators.
Technologies: TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Next.js, Node.js, REST APIs, MongoDB, Redis, AWS serverless services, OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect, LLM APIs, RAG, vector search, multi-agent orchestration, Model Context Protocol, C4 architecture modelling, threat modelling, NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, ISO/IEC 23894, OWASP guidance, MITRE ATLAS
Thilo K.
Last position:
Senior Frontend Web Developer at Zeppelin GmbH
Selection and evaluation of different frontend frameworks for a headless CMS
Consulting the UI/UX team on the design system
Technologies:
Figma
Design Token
Tailwind
Storybook
React
NextJs
Strapi
AJAX
Confluence
CSS3
Docker
Eslint
Git
GraphQL
HTML5
IntelliJ/WebStorm
JAM Stack
Jasmine
Jenkins
Jira
JSON
JSX
Mocha
Native JavaScript (ES6)
NodeJS
Prettier
REST
REST APIs
SCSS
SSR
StyleGuides
SVG
TypeScript
Webpack
Marcus B.
Last position:
Alpecin.de - Dr. Wolff Group
- Development of a Component Library based on a Design System for several international brands such as Alpecin, Karex, Linola and Plantur 39
- Integration of Headless CMS, PIM and Commerce solutions
- UI/UX development
- Prototype development
- MVP development
- API design and development
- SaaS development (Whitelabel/Multi-tenent)
- Headless CMS integration
- Design Systems Digital Signage
- Internationalization (i18n)
- Javascript
- Component Library
- Tailwind CSS
- Storybook
- HTML
- Vue 3
- Storyblok
- Github Actions
- SEO
- i18n Theming
- React
Dine A.
Last position:
Frontend Developer (Astro) at Mindful
- Built marketing site for video app launch
- Implemented responsive UI and performance optimizations
Oubeidallah B.
Last position:
Senior Ibexa Consultant at Lekkerland SE
- Advising internal teams or customers on the use of Ibexa DXP (formerly eZ Platform)
- Gathering and evaluating customer requirements through workshops, demos, and proof of concepts
- Leading technical subprojects and supporting implementation
- Designing software architectures based on Ibexa (e.g. headless CMS, eCommerce, PIM integration)
- Technical evaluation of modules, bundles, and custom extensions
- Developing and configuring Ibexa modules (Symfony-based), template customization (Twig), routing, and user role management
- Connecting external APIs (REST, GraphQL)
- Conducting code reviews and architecture checks
- PHP performance optimization of Ibexa setups (caching, Varnish, Redis)
- Test planning and automation (PHPUnit, Behat)
- Creating technical and conceptual documentation
- Conducting training sessions and onboardings for developers or editors
- Risk analysis in project management and close coordination with Product Owners, UX/UI designers, and backend teams
- Participation in Scrum and Kanban meetings
Philipp S.
Last position:
Solution Architect, Software Engineer, UX/UI Designer, Full-Stack Developer, Data Engineer, IT Consultant at Geigenbau-Meisterwerkstatt
- A digital system made up of special software and hardware components. The overall system replaces the traditional process with job slips and handwritten notes and enables more efficient order intake. Orders and work steps for the violin-making company’s projects can now be recorded, processed and logged in real time directly on the workshop’s touchscreen PC, by mobile phone or on the desktop. This gives customers a more transparent view of the work on their instruments and allows them to track the status and progress of their instrument through their customer account.
Tech stack: next.js, React, Flutter, Dart, Raspberry, Linux, Directus
Mathis D.
Last position:
Senior Web/Frontend Developer at KemCom GmbH
- Modernized the homepage of a luxury residential building for a better user experience and contemporary design
- Developed and implemented the website and modules using current web technologies
- Optimized for SEO to improve visibility in search engines
- Created a modern and professional appearance that enhances the building's image
- Increased efficiency in content maintenance by using a CMS
- Technologies: HTML5, HTML, CSS3, CSS, JavaScript, Umbraco, C#, .NET
Florian F.
Last position:
Senior Backend Developer at ING Deutschland AG
- Database design with Oracle DB, JPA and Flyway considering high performance requirements
- Analysis of multiple architecture drafts and identification of technical risks
- Design and implementation of various interfaces and integrations, especially REST APIs and Kafka topics
- Setup of Elasticsearch for monitoring and analyzing log data
- Establishment of an iterative work approach in the project team facing complex business requirements
Manuel W.
Last position:
Frontend Software Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation
- Developed a web component for vehicle pricing communication in an international online shop.
- Replaced an old Stencil component to create a modern, flexible, and maintainable Vue.js component.
- Implemented country-specific displays and rules to comply with legal requirements.
- Introduced modal windows and tooltips to optimize user guidance.
- Adapted the component for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
- Provided different views and functions for stock and configurable vehicles as well as for private and business customers.
- Implemented efficient API calls and caching mechanisms to improve performance.
Jonas T.
Last position:
IT Consultant at Bechtle AG
- Prequalified 200 demands within five weeks on the multi-cloud-commerce platform bechtle-clouds.com with three external consultants
- Served a dual role as project manager and requirements engineer for various enhancements
- Domain topics: reimplementation of Entra ID Sync, improvement of support processes, optimizations in the product catalog
- Demand and project management in ServiceNow
- Refinement of epics and stories with internal teams and external service providers
- Management of the external international service provider
Discover over 15,000 top freelancers
Statistics of experts using Headless CMS
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
17 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
12
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Retail, Media and Entertainment
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
86%
Master's degree or higher
43%
Doctorate
4%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
97%
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 Germany 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 Germany using Headless CMS
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.
Headless CMS 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 (94%)
- Retail (62%)
- Media and Entertainment (56%)
- Banking and Finance (41%)
- Professional Services (41%)
- Automotive (38%)
- Healthcare (38%)
- Manufacturing (32%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Headless CMS means
A Headless CMS separates content management from the presentation layer. Teams create, structure and govern content in one system, then deliver it through APIs to websites, mobile apps, digital signage, commerce interfaces and other channels. This headless content management system approach supports consistent content without forcing every channel into one frontend.
Where it fits
Headless CMS projects suit organizations that publish the same product, editorial or service content across several touchpoints. Common outcomes include composable commerce storefronts, multilingual corporate sites, mobile applications and personalized campaign experiences.
- Omnichannel content delivery through REST or GraphQL APIs
- Structured product, editorial and campaign content
- Localization, workflows and approval processes
- Integration with search, commerce and customer data systems
Ecosystem and tooling
The ecosystem includes managed products such as Contentful and Sanity, open-source options such as Strapi, and custom API-first CMS solutions. Strong specialists work with REST, GraphQL, webhooks, role-based access, localization and content migration. They also connect the CMS with frontend frameworks such as Next.js, Nuxt or React, plus deployment and observability tooling.
When companies need specialists
Freelance expertise is useful when a company is replacing a traditional CMS, launching multiple digital channels or building a composable architecture. Specialists can shape the content model, select the right system, plan migrations and establish editorial governance without slowing product delivery.
- Existing content is difficult to reuse across channels
- Editors depend on releases for simple content changes
- A new frontend needs reliable content APIs
- Several teams need clear permissions and workflows
Germany-based collaboration
Companies in Germany often bring in specialists for multilingual publishing, structured product information and integrations with established commerce or enterprise systems. Remote collaboration works well when API contracts, content ownership and review routines are documented; on-site workshops can help with discovery, migration planning and stakeholder alignment.
What strong professionals deliver
The best professionals treat the CMS as part of a wider content platform, not as an isolated tool. They design flexible schemas, protect editorial usability, document APIs and test content across every consuming channel. They also understand caching, preview environments, accessibility, security and the operational needs of a production system.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Headless CMS? Start with the answers below.
A headless CMS stores and manages structured content separately from its presentation layer. It delivers that content through APIs to websites, mobile apps, commerce experiences, digital displays and other interfaces.
A headless content management system gives teams more freedom to choose frontends and reuse content across channels. A traditional CMS often combines editing, templates and page delivery in one product, which can be simpler for a single website but less flexible for broader digital ecosystems.
A headless CMS specialist can compare Contentful, Strapi and Sanity against your hosting model, editorial workflow, integration needs and governance requirements. Managed products can reduce operational work, while open-source or self-hosted options may offer more control over infrastructure and customization.
A strong Headless CMS professional usually understands content modeling, REST or GraphQL APIs, webhooks and frontend integration. Experience with Next.js, React, Nuxt, commerce systems, search, localization and cloud deployment is valuable when the CMS supports several channels.
The right API-first CMS specialist depends on the project scope, not a fixed amount of experience. A content migration or simple integration may need focused expertise, while a multi-brand platform requires proven ability in schema design, permissions, workflows, performance and long-term governance.
Yes, Headless CMS work is well suited to remote collaboration because requirements, schemas, API contracts and migrations can be reviewed digitally. On-site sessions in Germany can still be useful for workshops with editorial, product and IT stakeholders.
Ask a headless CMS professional to explain a real content model, migration approach and API integration in clear terms. Look for attention to editor experience, preview, validation, accessibility, security, testing and the needs of every channel consuming the content.
A Headless CMS freelancer should clarify content ownership, channel requirements, localization, approval workflows, integrations, hosting and migration boundaries. Clear decisions about these areas prevent a flexible system from becoming difficult to govern or use.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Headless CMS in their recent projects is 94 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 754 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Headless CMS in their recent projects, 86% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 43% hold at least a Master's degree, and 4% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Headless CMS in their recent projects have 17 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Headless CMS in their recent projects are German (100%), English (97%), and Spanish (9%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Headless CMS in their recent projects are Information Technology (94%), Retail (62%), and Media and Entertainment (56%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Headless CMS in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Project Management (50%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Headless CMS
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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