IBM QMF Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used IBM QMF
Martin Schaefer
Last position:
MS Fabric Certification
MS Fabric certification with creation of pipelines and notebooks in Fabric using data from Azure, Azure Repos, Azure Boards, and GitHub. Data ingestion via OneLake Explorer, direct IP connection, and API (REST) are the main topics
Jürgen Schoemaker
Last position:
IT Consultant / Analyst / Developer / Tester / Support at Automotive Manufacturer
- Analysis, software development/customization, and testing of various transaction and batch objects
- Conducting functional integration and regression tests on TEST and QA platforms under z/OS for later production implementation
- Hardware / Software / Tools: IBM MVS, z/OS, JES2/3, TSO-ISPF, JCL, DB2, SQL, SQL/PL, QMF, QMF for Workstations, SPUFI, FileAid, IMS-DB/DC, MFS, XPEDITER, COBOL, REXX, Windows 10, MS Office 365, MS Teams, batch job management via OPC, BETA92, RVS, BVB, ABL, DIALOGplus, PROBA, PRODPR (VW internal systems), JIRA, CONFLUENCE
Benedikt Tebbe
Last position:
Actuarial Analyst at Standard Life
- creating realization concepts based on given technical business plans and actuarial requirements
- testing changes made to the policy administration system
- performing actuarial individual case calculations
- carrying out portfolio and system corrections
Marcel Dicks
Last position:
Software Developer / IT Tester at Continentale Krankenversicherung a.G.
Analysis, online COBOL software development and testing of dialog and batch programs in the Kranken Leistung (KL) project
Error analysis, bug fixing and ticket resolution (change requests and defects)
Documentation in collaboration with the contact office and the mathematics department
IT skills: Siemens Fujitsu BS2000, CCOM Emulation, Micro Focus Visual COBOL I and II, Eclipse IDE, UDS database system, Atlassian Confluence and Jira, ZULIP, UNIFY
Gerhard Haunstetter
Last position:
Application Developer at Lila Logistik
- Supported the application
- Developed applications in COBOL
- Extended customer and in-house requirements
- Assisted in ensuring smooth operation
- Methods/tools: COBOL, HP3000, MPE/XL operating system, IMAGE database, Whisper (development interface)
Romuald Gackowski
Last position:
Software Developer at Aluminium Norf GmbH
- Setting up a server to distribute production events from MES to the existing PPS
- Adding additional servers to the existing setup
- Reporting changes in packaging inventory to TWMS
Jörg Schmidt
Last position:
Software Developer at Commerzbank
- Created interface programs between mainframe and distributed online screens
- Modified and created batch programs for daily data processing
- Provided advice on program setup, database structures, and programming tools
- Performed error analysis for the overall project
- System: OS/390, ISPF, TSO, IMS DB, IMS Connect, COBOL, DB2, SQL, SPUFI, IBM debug tool, Confluence, Jira, Eclipse, Rational Developer for Z Systems (RDZ)
Martin Zschirnt
Last position:
Insurance
- Data migration of transaction data in the area of commission settlement from various proprietary IBM mainframe systems to the target application SAP ICM.
- Planning, implementation, and quality assurance of a batch process for data migration on various mainframe platforms from testing to production.
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Statistics of experts using IBM QMF
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
34 years
Position duration
1.8 years
Positions per freelancer
24
Top business areas
Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Finance
Top industries
Insurance, Information Technology, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
25%
Master's degree or higher
25%
Doctorate
25%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
88%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using IBM QMF
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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 IBM QMF is
IBM QMF, short for Query Management Facility, is an IBM tool for querying and reporting on mainframe data, especially in Db2 environments. Teams use it to give business users controlled access to data without writing full applications. It is common in long-lived enterprise systems that still rely on z/OS and IBM data stores.
Typical work
- Build and maintain QMF queries for business reporting
- Create reusable report definitions and output formats
- Support access to Db2 tables and mainframe data sources
- Tune existing queries for clarity and performance
- Document report logic for operations and audit teams
Where it fits
QMF often sits between raw database access and fully custom reporting tools. It is used where reliability, governed access, and familiar workflows matter more than modern interfaces. In Germany, it often appears in banks, insurers, public-sector systems, and large industrial environments with established IBM stacks.
Skills that matter
Strong IBM QMF specialists understand Db2, SQL, mainframe data models, and how QMF behaves inside enterprise security rules. They know how report users think, how saved queries are reused, and how to keep output consistent over time. Familiarity with JCL, z/OS, and related IBM tooling is a clear advantage.
When to bring in help
Companies usually need freelance support when a QMF environment is under documented, a report needs to be changed safely, or a migration must preserve existing outputs. It also helps when internal teams know the business process but not the old query logic. Short-term experts can step in for analysis, cleanup, support, or transition work.
What good specialists deliver
Good QMF professionals do more than edit SQL. They trace dependencies, protect downstream reports, and keep access patterns stable for users who depend on the same outputs every day. The best ones can explain legacy logic clearly and work well with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about IBM QMF.
IBM QMF is used to query, report on, and manage access to data in IBM mainframe environments, especially with Db2. It helps teams produce controlled business reports without building a custom front end for every need. In many companies, it remains part of the daily reporting path for stable legacy systems.
Yes. QMF is the common abbreviation for Query Management Facility, which is IBM’s full product name. People often search both terms, and sometimes just say IBM QMF when they mean the same mainframe reporting tool.
IBM QMF is narrower and more mainframe-oriented than many modern BI tools. It is a fit when the source data lives on IBM systems and the reporting model is already built around Db2 and governed queries. Newer tools may offer richer visuals, but they often need more integration work.
A strong IBM QMF specialist should also know SQL, Db2, and mainframe basics such as z/OS and security controls. Good documentation habits matter too, because many projects involve old reports with limited history. If the work includes migration or operations, JCL and related IBM tools are useful as well.
For IBM QMF, the right level depends on the task. A small query fix or report cleanup may need only a specialist who understands the existing environment, while a migration or redesign calls for deeper mainframe and Db2 experience. The best fit is someone who has handled similar legacy reporting work before.
Yes, much IBM QMF work can be done remotely if secure access to the mainframe and data environment is in place. Remote collaboration is common for analysis, query changes, and documentation. On-site time can still help when access rules are strict or the legacy setup is poorly documented.
Look for someone who can explain query logic clearly, protect existing outputs, and show how they would validate changes. A solid IBM QMF professional understands dependencies, not just syntax. Clean handover notes and careful testing are especially important in legacy reporting environments.
Usually, yes. IBM QMF is most useful when the specialist also understands Db2, because the queries, access rules, and report structure are closely connected. Someone who knows both can work faster and avoid changes that break downstream users.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used IBM QMF in their recent projects is 90 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 720 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used IBM QMF in their recent projects, 25% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 25% hold at least a Master's degree, and 25% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used IBM QMF in their recent projects have 34 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM QMF in their recent projects are German (100%), English (88%), and French (25%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM QMF in their recent projects are Insurance (100%), Information Technology (75%), and Automotive (63%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM QMF in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Business Intelligence (88%), and Finance (88%).
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