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Meet FRATCH Experts who have recently used IBM Db2
Alwin G.
Last position:
IT Interim Manager & AI Strategist
- Founder of CheironX: AI-supported GRC management (ISO 27001, BSI IT-Grundschutz, TISAX, DORA)
- Strategic focus on Agentic AI and GenAI for modern IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Management
- IT interim management and strategic consulting
Timo H.
Last position:
Software Developer at Smiths Detection
- Extension of a Swing-based UI for recording Security Restricted Articles during baggage screening.
- Introduction of a new workflow for recording Deboarding Events.
- Extension of the reporting system for Security Restricted Articles and Deboarding Events.
- Implementation using JBoss Wildfly, PostgreSQL, spring-boot 3.x, Java 8/21, Swing, JSF, JAX-RS/Resteasy, Docker, Maven, Kiro.
Vladimir E.
Last position:
Technical Project Manager / Freelancer at Deutsche Bank
- Engaged within the Information and Security Management division for a Proof of Concept (PoC) project focused on developing a Client Security Portal.
- Managed project resources across the UK, India, and Germany.
- Architected and deployed the PoC solution leveraging a modern Java stack, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with Kubernetes, and Active Directory (Entra ID) for authentication.
- Implemented OAuth 2.0 for authorization.
- Ensured DORA alignment according to Deutsche Bank security rules and regulatory preparation.
Niko S.
Last position:
Developing Architect, Technical Lead "gridlytics" at HH Energienetze
- Built a data integration platform for high-, medium- and low-voltage assets to enable contextual analysis of time series with master data from SCADA control systems (IEC 60870 104), INIS and SAP.
- Responsible for the architecture and implementation of the solution, and acted as a sparring partner for the Product Owner.
- Technologies used: Kotlin, Spring Boot, Maven, TimescaleDB, PostgreSQL, liquibase, Elements IoT, Docker, Kubernetes, Grafana, Python, jupyter and various API gateways.
Silvia B.
Last position:
Business Consultant - Product Management Banking at Aareal Bank AG
- Focus on optimizing and further developing the internal customer EBICS application
- Functional and technical consulting for Aareal First Financial Solutions AG on EBICS standard products and applications in the areas of operations and further development, as well as project-related communication with external development partners and the product manufacturer to implement the corresponding technical optimizations
- As the functional coordinator, providing advice on content-related and regulatory requirements as well as technical prerequisites and requirements, and bringing these together at the functional level
- Consulting on the use of EBICS formats
- Reviewing the current EBICS standard for optimization and further development potential
- Analyzing the current state to identify development potential and deriving appropriate recommendations for action while considering regulatory requirements
- Conducting EBICS tests throughout the project
- Functional responsibility for requirements management and, in this context, recording and documenting requirements for such tests
- Designing a functional and sustainable test management system
- Conducting and evaluating tests
- Consulting on sustainable quality assurance and audits
- Project language: German and English
- Tools/Methods: MS Project, MS Office, MS Visio, TestRail, Confluence, Jira, Business Logics Bankkrecher, Business Logics Test Data Generator, Business Logics Banking Tool, Business Logics Test System, DBEAVER, Squirrel, Unix Virtual Machines, WinSCP, Kitty, Putty, various Aareal Bank products, Online Banking Portal, Aareal Sign, core banking system, SAP Blue Eagle, SAP RE-FX, Aareon Wodis Sigma, Haufe Real Estate Wowinex, GAP Group Immotion, UTS Karthago, SAP IS-U/Waste, SIV kVASy, various EBICS clients
Udo N.
Last position:
Rollout Coordinator / First Responder Team at Rollout Coordinator / First Responder Team
Introduction of new hospital software
- Supported the introduction and implementation of new hospital software during ongoing clinical operations
- Coordinated and provided operational support for the software rollout in clinical departments
- Delivered user training and guidance to hospital staff to ensure safe and efficient use of the new software
- Explained software features, workflows and new digital processes to the relevant user groups
- Provided on-site support to doctors, nursing staff, medical departments and administrative employees during the introduction and transition phase
- Acted as a First Responder for questions, usage issues and incidents related to the newly introduced software
- Logged, analyzed and initially assessed user issues, and coordinated follow-up with the responsible support team and technical departments
- Helped users transition existing workflows to the new digital processes
- Identified recurring user questions and operational challenges and shared relevant findings with the project team
- Worked closely with project management, IT, the software provider and the hospital's responsible contacts
- Provided ongoing feedback from clinical operations to project management to improve the rollout and user acceptance
- Helped ensure a smooth transition to live operations
- Supported users during the Go-Live and stabilization phase
- Documented support cases, user feedback and open items, and tracked them through to resolution
- Coordinated closely with project management to meet project goals, rollout dates and implementation requirements
Robert K.
Last position:
Interim Manager | Group Manager in the IT Operations & Digitalization division „Databases, Operations & Support" (DOS) at Landwirtschaftliche RentenBank
- Functional management and further development of a team of 28 IT employees (internal & external) in the areas of HelpDesk / HelpLine, RHEL (Red Hat), MUREX (trading system & applications), SAP basic operations
- Management of external service providers (including FI-TS for SAP basic operations)
- Personnel, resource and budget planning for the IT department and projects
- Introduction and establishment of regular communication formats (regular meetings, team and cross-departmental meetings)
- Ensuring application operations in a hybrid environment (Windows / Linux with database and web/application servers)
- Support for transformation projects to modernize the application landscape (e.g. DevOps approaches)
- Building and introducing digital IT procurement for hardware & software (e.g. with DELL)
- Development and management of the „IT Operations DOS" department based on the company strategy
- Preparation of management reports & decision papers on IT projects, optimization potential and automation opportunities
- Representing the department in Rentenbank committees and ensuring regulatory compliance (BaFin §44, DSGVO, BSI, MaRisk)
Khalid E.
Last position:
Lead Architect & Developer at kem-consulting
Development of an agent-based governance platform for the automated assurance of EU AI Act compliance and ODA-compliant orchestration of AI services in complex enterprise environments.
Design and implementation of an agent-based "Mission Control" framework (Aletheia Conductor) for autonomous state monitoring and process control.
Development of "Compliance-as-Code" (CaC) solutions based on OPA/Rego for system-wide enforcement of regulatory guardrails.
Integration of TM Forum ODA standards (TMF630, TMF622, TMF642) to ensure interoperability and standardization.
Building a highly available event-driven architecture using Redpanda and CloudEvents v1.0 for near-real-time event processing.
Implementation of an audit-proof "Evidence Chain" through cryptographic linking of trace logs in preparation for automated audits.
Tech Stack: Java 21 (Quarkus Native), TypeScript (Next.js), Redpanda (Kafka API), CloudEvents v1.0, OPA (Open Policy Agent) & Rego, TimescaleDB, ZincSearch, Redis, TM Forum ODA, Git, GitHub, Clean Code Development, Like-C4.
Carlos M.
Last position:
Implementation in Pimcore/Shopware
- Consulting, design, analysis, software architecture and development
- Design, development and implementation of a Pimcore environment and connection of several external API systems in a Kubernetes environment, as well as various PIM and ERP systems
- Technologies: Unix environment, design, Symfony development, design, PHP 8+, software architecture, MySQL/SQL, Shell Script, Git Dev Ops tasks, AI coding assistance, Pimcore 12, Shopware 6
- Team size: >10 people
Eric B.
Last position:
Quality Assurance Manager (QSV) at Federal Employment Agency
Supporting the International Web Presence of the BA (IntWeb) project in the area of quality management, with the aim of taking responsibility for the quality of processes and project results while considering BA standards. The main objectives of the project are to give professionals abroad a quick overview of their opportunities for moving to Germany and to enable them to take the necessary steps consistently and with digital support by providing access to services.
Defining the general guidelines in the QA handbook
Summarising test results in QA reports for PLA
Analysing project results for improvement opportunities
Quality management of requirements analysis (particularly processes, methods, and tools)
Ensuring compliance with SERA requirements
Creating a cross-project test concept
Agreeing on sprint completion reports
Formal review of work results in accordance with requirements and/or the project plan
Contact person for internal audit, external audits by auditors, or BRH (Federal Court of Audit)
Technologies: JIRA, Confluence, MS Office, GitLab, Kubernetes
Hans-Dieter G.
Last position:
Training as an AI Expert
I continuously expand my expertise in AI and automation. I work with ChatGPT, OpenAI, Manus, Gemini, MS CoPilot, APIs, LangChain, Hugging Face, Manus, TensorFlow, and Auto-GPT, as well as Python-based ML frameworks and MLOps tools, to intelligently transform traditional software development, analysis, and testing processes.
Timo S.
Last position:
IT Project Manager / IT Demand Manager at Schuhmann IT-Consulting
- Managed (Scrum / Agile) and monitored IT projects, including project controlling, service provider management, reporting, risk management and coordination of all stakeholders
- Planned and supported the go-live and hypercare phase
- Captured, assessed and prioritized requirements for demand-oriented planning and management of IT resources
- Supported the introduction of the CRIF provider for real-time decision-making in sales, fraud prevention, sanctions list screening and scalable payment processes
- Prepared status reports and decision papers for the executive board
- Planned and managed IT projects for the implementation, optimization or migration of e-commerce systems (e.g. shop systems, payment integration, order to cash)
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams from development, UX/UI, marketing and logistics to deliver project objectives on time
- Analyzed requirements and prepared technical specifications in close coordination with stakeholders and external service providers
- Ensured the quality, performance and security of e-commerce platforms through testing, monitoring and continuous optimization
- Organized meetings with stakeholders, e.g. Demand Thinking, Warm-Up, Impact Board and program planning
- Managed and prioritized demands as well as DMP controlling and communication of results from the Impact Board and KPI analysis
Christian R.
Last position:
Project Manager, Outlook and Teams Rollout at BWI
- Gathering information
- Creating rollout wave concepts
- Coordinating employees
- Monitoring and managing activities
- Project management including analysis and reporting to the board
- Creating instructions and specifications
- Training floorwalkers
- Supporting the rollout on site
- VIP support
- Introducing SharePoint
Songül D.
Last position:
Freelance SAP BW Consultant at DKV Mobility Services
- Designed and implemented enhancements in SAP BW on HANA 7.5 in the context of CRM migration and S/4HANA and BW/4HANA transformation programs
- Migrated SAPI data sources to the ODP framework as part of the S/4HANA migration
- Delivered SAP ECC data to Snowflake using BW data models and Calculation Views for Power BI analytics
- Integrated SAP and non-SAP data sources (including MS Dynamics)
- Improved reporting transparency through consolidated data models
- Optimized data loading processes for FI-CO data sources, significantly improving load times and system performance
Lilian F.
Last position:
Product Owner at IBM
- Led global automation projects in Hybrid Cloud, focusing on process standardization and service delivery optimization across international teams.
- Managed the product roadmap, prioritized backlogs, and aligned business goals with technical inputs using Jira.
- Fostered cross-functional collaboration to define project objectives and ensure alignment with strategic goals across departments.
- Defined and documented user stories and acceptance criteria with stakeholders.
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Statistics of experts using IBM Db2
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years

Position duration
2.9 years

Positions per freelancer
19

Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Insurance

Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
84%
Master's degree or higher
54%
Doctorate
12%

Certifications per freelancer
3

Most common languages
German, English, French

Speak two or more languages
96%
Based on our profile pool as of 5 Nov 2026.
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Average rates of experts using IBM Db2
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Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 5 Nov 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
IBM Db2 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 (93%)
- Banking and Finance (72%)
- Insurance (49%)
- Automotive (48%)
- Manufacturing (45%)
- Retail (41%)
- Government and Administration (41%)
- Professional Services (40%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Core role
IBM Db2 is a relational database management system from IBM. It supports structured business data, transactional workloads, analytics, and applications that require strong consistency and controlled access. Db2 runs across Linux, UNIX, Windows, IBM i, and mainframe environments, making it common in long-lived enterprise landscapes.
Common workloads
Companies use Db2 for banking transactions, insurance records, supply chain operations, public administration, manufacturing, and customer data. Typical work includes:
- Designing schemas, tables, indexes, and partitioning strategies
- Building SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and views
- Migrating workloads between Db2 editions or hosting environments
- Connecting Db2 with Java, COBOL, .NET, ETL, and reporting systems
Ecosystem and tooling
Db2 work can involve Db2 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows, Db2 for z/OS, and Db2 for i. Specialists often use IBM Data Studio, Db2 Command Line Processor, CLPPlus, administration utilities, catalog views, and monitoring tools. Related expertise may include SQL, JCL, REXX, COBOL, Java, REST services, Linux, IBM Cloud, and container-based deployment.
When expertise matters
Freelance support is useful when an internal team faces a difficult migration, slow queries, database growth, or a complex integration. It also helps during upgrades, disaster-recovery planning, security reviews, and the replacement of undocumented legacy routines. The right specialist can review the current design and produce a practical remediation or migration plan.
Signs of strong specialists
Look for professionals who can explain data models and execution plans in clear terms, not only write SQL. Strong Db2 specialists understand locking, isolation levels, buffer pools, statistics, indexing, backup and recovery, and workload management. Useful evidence includes:
- Measurable improvements backed by query and system analysis
- Safe migration plans with rollback and validation steps
- Clear documentation for operations and application teams
- Experience across the relevant Db2 edition and operating environment
Delivery and collaboration
A well-run Db2 engagement starts with access requirements, workload details, data-retention rules, and a definition of success. Remote collaboration works well for schema reviews, SQL tuning, documentation, and migration planning when secure access and clear ownership are arranged. On-site sessions may help with regulated systems, mainframe operations, or workshops involving several teams.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around IBM Db2.
IBM Db2 is used to store and process structured business data for transactional applications, reporting, and analytical workloads. It is often chosen for systems that need dependable recovery, access controls, SQL support, and stable performance across large enterprise environments.
Db2 competes with Oracle Database and Microsoft SQL Server as a relational database for enterprise applications. The right choice depends on the existing IBM estate, operating system, mainframe integration, licensing context, application compatibility, and the team's operational skills.
A strong IBM Db2 specialist may also bring SQL tuning, Linux, IBM i, z/OS, JCL, COBOL, Java, backup and recovery, data integration, and cloud knowledge. The relevant combination depends on whether the work concerns a new application, a legacy platform, or a migration.
Db2 project needs vary with the risk and scope of the work. Schema design for a contained application may need a database specialist, while a z/OS migration, recovery redesign, or performance investigation calls for someone who has handled the same operating environment and workload patterns.
Much IBM Db2 work can be delivered remotely, including SQL review, performance analysis, documentation, and migration planning. Secure access, controlled data handling, and a clear escalation path are essential; on-site collaboration can still be useful for regulated systems or mainframe operations.
Ask a Db2 professional to explain how they would investigate a slow query, validate a migration, and recover from a failed change. Strong answers cover execution plans, statistics, locking, backups, testing, monitoring, and rollback rather than relying on a single tuning trick.
IBM Db2 can support modern application work through APIs, drivers, container options, managed services, and integration with cloud data workflows. Suitability depends on the workload, portability requirements, latency needs, operational model, and how much of an existing Db2 investment the company wants to retain.
Before working with IBM Db2, clarify the Db2 edition, operating system, version, workload type, access method, release process, recovery objectives, and sensitive-data controls. Also confirm whether the assignment covers diagnosis, implementation, knowledge transfer, or ongoing operational support.
The average hourly rate of freelancers who have used IBM Db2 in their recent projects is 100 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 798 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers who have used IBM Db2 in their recent projects, 84% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 54% hold at least a Master's degree, and 12% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers who have used IBM Db2 in their recent projects have 27 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers who have used IBM Db2 in their recent projects are German (100%), English (94%), and French (24%).
The most common industries among freelancers who have used IBM Db2 in their recent projects are Information Technology (93%), Banking and Finance (72%), and Insurance (49%).
The most common business areas among freelancers who have used IBM Db2 in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (76%), and Project Management (74%).
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