IBM Rational Synergy Experts in Germany
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Kyu-Wang Lee
Last position:
Software Architect & Lead Software Engineer at Landesamt für Steuern Niedersachsen
The goal of BIENE is to provide a uniform program for tax collection for all states.
In tax collection, the aim is to collect the assessed taxes. This includes handling due dates, documenting incoming and outgoing payments, triggering reminders or refunds. Statute of limitations and payment reminders also play an important role. All payment transactions with banks and accounting are mapped in BIENE.
Setting up the architecture and coordinating the provisioning of development and test environments at the Hanover location
Installing and configuring environments on Linux servers (Apache Kafka, PostgreSQL)
Interface tasks: coordinating and aligning the integration of software products from other departments and their test data
Upgrading application server, JDK, Maven project structure
Environment coordination and build management
Implementing external interfaces
Implementing business requirements
Designing and implementing RESTful APIs and OpenAPI specifications
Designing and implementing microservice architecture
Setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
Deploying applications on OpenShift
Creating technical documentation and diagrams
Working with SQL databases (Oracle and PostgreSQL)
Setting up authentication and authorization for the application and users
Containerizing the application (automated deployment via CI/CD pipeline)
Olfa Azzabi
Last position:
Senior Embedded Software Engineer / Function Developer at Enginius GmbH (FAUN GROUP)
- Developed model-based software for hydrogen tank control units using MATLAB/Simulink, aligned with ISO 26262 functional safety requirements
- Performed system integration and software verification across MIL and HIL environments using dSPACE and Vector tools
- Defined software architecture (SADS) with interface specifications for CAN, analog, and digital communication protocols
- Generated production-ready embedded C code using Simulink Embedded Coder; created and maintained A2L calibration files with CANape
- Designed and executed MIL/HIL test cases ensuring full coverage of functional and safety requirements
- Implemented CODESYS PLC applications on IFM ecomatController; applied CAN and Modbus TCP/IP communication protocols
- Contributed to HMI/UI development using Qt/C++ on Linux (Qt Creator)
- Applied agile Kanban workflow with Git-based version control (Bitbucket)
Tools: MATLAB, Simulink, CANape, CANalyzer, PCAN-View, Embedded Coder, CODESYS, TTC2038/PXROS, Codebeamer, Jira, Git
Ananthraj Narasappa
Last position:
Founder at sprhava
Leading the end-to-end development of Edge AI-powered smart glasses for visually impaired individuals, aligning product vision with user needs and managing a cross-functional team of data scientists, Android developers, AWS engineers, and hardware specialists.
- Defined product roadmap for Edge AI smart glasses and MVP features through user research, stakeholder interviews, and competitive analysis, ensuring accessibility and real-world usability.
- Developed and validated a PoC for AI-driven cancer cell identification in PET/CT scans, collaborating with medical experts to optimize diagnostic accuracy and clinical relevance.
- Built and scaled a multidisciplinary team of 75+ engineers, interns, and designers across Germany and India, driving cross-border collaboration and iterative prototyping.
- Established strategic partnerships with NGOs, healthcare providers, and advocacy groups to embed inclusivity and patient feedback into product design.
- Drove hands-on hardware-software integration using Raspberry Pi and Jetson Nano of AI models. Initiated and nurtured relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and ecosystem players to build scalable go-to-market plans.
- Owned critical product decisions, from prototype development to funding strategy, applying a data-informed and impact-driven mindset.
- Fostered a learning-focused culture by facilitating brainstorming sessions and continuous feedback loops between engineering and product.
Achievements:
- Public speaker: Auto.Ai 2025 (Berlin), Wearable technologies 2025 (Munich and Bangalore), MEDICA 2024 (Dusseldorf)
- WMF, Bologna, Italy (June 2024): Only AI startup to be selected from Germany as EBV hero to represent sprhava on global platform
- Medica, Germany (2024): Delivered a speech on AI smart glasses in world's largest Healthcare event.
- Wearable Technologies, Bengaluru, India (Dec 2024): I was a speaker presenting sprhava and its product.
- Venturise Global Challenge (GIM 2025, Bengaluru Palace, Karnataka): sprhava was selected as one of the 16 top startups (ESDM) to present on this global platform
- Wearable Technologies Conference 2025 EUROPE, Munich, Germany (May 2025): Delivered a talk on Edge AI at the Europe's biggest wearable tech event.
- InsurNext Köln, Germany (2025): sprhava was honoured with a booth from Cologne administration.
Olaf Taesch
Last position:
BI Architect in a Kanban Team at Gulp / Randstad for HHLA
- Creation of automated tests.
- Extension of the functionality of the enterprise BI data warehouse.
- Design and development in SQL and PL/SQL.
- Data modeling as well as performance measurement and tuning.
- Creation of and contribution to user stories and concepts.
- Technical environment: Windows, Linux.
- Database: Oracle 19c incl. DWH, CDB, PDB.
- Tools: Confluence, CVS, Eclipse, Git, GitLab, Jira, N4, PL/SQL, SQL Developer, utPLSQL.
Oliver Ohly
Last position:
Embedded Software Architect at Automotive supplier
Stellar SR6 G7 line, 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-R52+ MCU.
- MISRA-C, C99, Greenhills ARM compiler
- Dassault AUTOSAR Builder
- EB Tresos
- Sparx Enterprise Architect 16.1
- VS Code
- Python xml, lxml, NumPy and Pandas
ISO 26262, ISO 21434, hypervisor, key management, HSM. Tooling & automation. LieberLieber LemonTree + Sparx EA. Jira, Confluence, SharePoint. Git/Github. DevOps through Jenkins & Conan.
Rainer Diekmann
Last position:
Enterprise Architecture Management / Backend Software Developer at Polizei Hamburg
- Several projects in a police context
- Model and document police procedures/projects with Archimate (as-is/to-be) in the context of P20 (BKA)
- Create software architectures with microservices
- POC development with Springboot/Docker/Kubernetes
- Project size: 10 people
- Enterprise architecture management with Togaf and Archimate
- Backend software development Springboot
- DevOps with Kubernetes
- Implemented using: Java 17/21, Springboot 3, P20 architecture, Togaf, Archimate
Hans-Dieter Große-Kreul
Last position:
Training as an AI Expert
I continuously expand my expertise in AI and automation, working with ChatGPT, OpenAI, Manus, Gemini, MS CoPilot, API, LangChain, Hugging Face, Manus, TensorFlow and Auto-GPT as well as Python-based ML frameworks and MLOps tools to intelligently transform classic software development, analysis, and testing processes.
Vladimir Maznicenko
Last position:
Developer at Financial services provider
- Support and further development of a framework for developing applications in a banking association: DynS/OSPE
- Migration of the framework to Java 11 and Java 17
- Java8, Java11 and Java17, Spring, Spring-Batch, Spring WebServices, Spring-Security, Spring-Data, JPA, Hibernate, OpenSource libraries etc.
- XML, JAXB, JSON, REST and SOAP services, DB2, Oracle, WebSphere or Liberty AS, FreeMaker, Junit, mock libraries, JaCoCo, Maven, IntelliJ, Eclipse, GitHub, SVN, Jira
Bakht Ahmad
Last position:
Test Analyst / Tester at BITBW Landesoberbehörde
- Analyzing functional requirements and creating test cases (user stories in Jira)
- Manual testing of web and administrative applications
- Reviewing the system implementation of e-files and ePA-related functions
- Interface and integration tests to ensure data consistency
- Creating and executing regression tests and smoke tests
- Close coordination with development, business units, and product owners
- Documentation, defect management, and test coordination in Xray and Confluence
- Testing configuration options in the admin center for various application scenarios
- Developing and implementing test designs for various test strategies
- Conducting and documenting reviews to ensure test quality
- Analyzing and validating user stories to derive relevant test cases
- Ticket tracking and follow-up on bugs and test results
- Creating and maintaining test documentation for traceability of test processes
Waldemar Lammert
Last position:
Business Analyst / Requirements Engineer at Messe München GmbH
- Act as interface between business, IT demand management and IT architecture, analyzing functional and technical requirements in Salesforce.
- Create requirements and specification documents together with the business unit and develop solution concepts.
- Define, control implementation and acceptance of epics and user stories.
- Advise business units on optimization potentials and develop functional solution concepts.
- Support project management and product owners in scope analysis and ticket creation.
- Develop identity management solutions and deletion concepts in the Salesforce environment.
- Define and implement DWH reports for analysis of business areas and process optimizations.
- Document and optimize functional process workflows.
- Tools and technologies: Miro, Salesforce, Draw.io, Atlassian Stack (Confluence, JIRA), Figma, Enterprise Architect, MS Teams, Slack, Zoom, SCRUM, agile project management.
Matthias Scherer
Last position:
IBM InfoSphere DataStage Senior Consultant at KKH (Kaufmännische Krankenkasse Hannover)
- Data migration from BVS to BITMARCK 21c|ng
- Test case creation; test execution and result analysis of the ETL processes
- Consulting on detailed planning and test execution
- Job review
- Development
- Documentation
- Error analysis & fixing / new development
- System environment: Windows 10; IBM InfoSphere DataStage 11.7.x; IBM DB2 z/OS; IBM DB2 LUW; PL/SQL; SQL; DBeaver 25.x; MS Office 365; Atlassian JIRA
Hellmuth V. Künsberg
Last position:
Embedded Software Architect / Team Coordinator at Provider of system solutions in the field of electric drives
- Analysis and inventory of a system consisting of 2 control units
- Creation and derivation of the static software architecture
- Optimization and standardization of structures for model-based control
- Creation of the dynamic software architecture
- Development of improvement proposals in workshops with the customer
Reinhard Duy
Last position:
Continuing Education Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Machine Learning at Continuing Education
- Continuing education in Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning and Machine Learning
- Operating system: Windows
- Development environments: JetBrains PyCharm, Jupyter Notebook, Spyder
- Programming languages: Python 3.10
- Other technologies: Anaconda, Keras 2.10, NumPy, OpenCV, Pandas, Scikit-learn, Seaborn, TensorFlow 2.10, PyTorch
Pawel Nabe
Last position:
Subject Mater Expert Linux at TCS Alliance Healthcare
- Updating/upgrading Linux servers to new versions
- Installing Trend Micro on Linux servers
- Creating, presenting and maintaining technical documents
- Refactoring tools
- Platforms: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) 10, 11, CentOS, RedHat, Windows 10, PowerShell, Bash, Perl, Trend Micro AV, PuTTY, SSH, VMware
- Project language: English
Jörg-Ulrich Hammerbacher
Last position:
Data flows for health insurance providers
- Further development and creation of data flows for health insurance providers
- Data management across various storage systems (DB2, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, S3, custom APIs, ...)
- Documentation and training
- Planning and deployment of NiFi 2.x (major upgrade)
- Integrating Grafana for visualization, monitoring, and alerting
- Extensive use of the NiFi API to continuously monitor the system and its components
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Statistics of experts using IBM Rational Synergy
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
27 years
Position duration
1.8 years
Positions per freelancer
22
Top business areas
Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Product Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Telecommunication, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
82%
Master's degree or higher
64%
Doctorate
27%
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 Germany using IBM Rational Synergy
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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
Change control
IBM Rational Synergy is used for controlled software and system change management. Teams rely on it to track versions, coordinate parallel work, and keep a clear history of what changed, who changed it, and why. It is often discussed as Rational Synergy, IBM Synergy, or the older Telelogic Synergy.
Where it fits
It is common in environments with long-lived products, regulated processes, and strict release discipline. Companies bring in specialists for:
- workspace and stream setup
- branching and merge support
- release and baseline management
- migration from older Synergy setups
Core skills
Strong professionals understand Synergy workflows, object-based versioning, access rules, and change sets. They also know how to work with surrounding tools for requirements, build steps, and defect tracking. In Germany, this often matters in teams that need both English and German communication across distributed delivery.
When to hire
Freelance expertise helps when a rollout is stalled, a legacy repository needs cleanup, or a release process has become hard to control. It also helps when internal experts are focused on product work and the Synergy environment still needs steady care. That is common in support-heavy systems and mature enterprise products.
Typical tasks
- maintain project and stream structures
- fix broken permissions or process rules
- support merges, baselines, and audits
- document usage for new team members
- help plan upgrades or transitions away from Synergy
What good looks like
A strong IBM Rational Synergy specialist works cleanly and leaves traceable changes. They reduce noise in the repository, keep releases reproducible, and explain trade-offs in plain language. The best experts know where Synergy is strict, where it is flexible, and how to keep teams moving without losing control.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about IBM Rational Synergy.
IBM Rational Synergy is used for controlled change management in software and systems work. It helps teams track versions, manage workspaces, and keep release history clear. That makes it useful when many specialists touch the same code base or configuration set.
Rational Synergy is the IBM-branded name many teams still use, while older environments may call it Telelogic Synergy or simply Synergy. In practice, people usually mean the same version and process model. A freelancer should understand those legacy naming patterns and the repository structure behind them.
IBM Rational Synergy is more process-driven than Git and often more focused on controlled file-based change than modern distributed workflows. Compared with ClearCase, it can feel different in how it organizes work and enforces coordination. The right choice depends on the legacy stack, release rules, and audit needs already in place.
A strong IBM Rational Synergy specialist usually knows release management, change control, scripting, and repository administration. Familiarity with build chains, defect tracking, and migration planning is also valuable. In many projects, the best results come from people who can explain process as well as tooling.
IBM Synergy work often needs someone who has already handled real repository setups, merge conflicts, and release coordination. Simple support tasks may need less depth, but migrations, audits, and broken workflows need proven hands-on practice. Projects with strict delivery rules should not be treated as entry-level work.
Yes, Rational Synergy work is often done remotely because many tasks involve repository access, process review, and documentation. On-site time can still help when teams need workshop-style setup, access decisions, or a live handover. In Germany, mixed remote and on-site collaboration is common in enterprise environments.
A good IBM Rational Synergy expert leaves the repository cleaner, not more confusing. Look for clear explanations, traceable changes, careful handling of baselines, and a calm approach to legacy process problems. Strong work also includes documentation that your internal team can keep using after the project ends.
People who work with Synergy often ask about the current repository state, the release process, and whether they are supporting maintenance, cleanup, or migration. They also want to know who owns approvals and how much access they will get. Clear scope matters because legacy setups can hide a lot of process history.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used IBM Rational Synergy in their recent projects is 98 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 780 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used IBM Rational Synergy in their recent projects, 82% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 64% hold at least a Master's degree, and 27% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used IBM Rational Synergy in their recent projects have 27 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 Rational Synergy in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (32%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM Rational Synergy in their recent projects are Information Technology (89%), Telecommunication (63%), and Automotive (58%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM Rational Synergy in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Quality Assurance (95%), and Product Development (89%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used IBM Rational Synergy
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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