InstallShield Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used InstallShield
Dimitrij Neumann
Last position:
Logistics Designer / Network Designer at Deutsche Bahn Cargo
- Requirements analysis, design, and development of a product for freight logistics (dispatching, planning, timetable and network optimization)
- Documentation of technical focus areas and support with acceptance and integration testing
- DBMS-agnostic modeling and mathematical algorithms for optimization with solver integration (Gurobi, Cplex, Coin-OR)
- Implementation of service layer, automated testing, and integration with third-party systems
John Rouse
Last position:
Consultant / Project Manager at DevOps Company
Datacenter setup, updates, connectivity and Disaster recovery setup.
Technologies used: VMware ESXi 8, DevOps, Office 365, VM, Hyper-V, Workplace, Power BI.
Michael Møller
Last position:
Freelance Senior Consultant & Cloud Architect at Rheinmetall AG
- Specialized in designing and implementing robust, secure cloud solutions for critical client infrastructure.
- Expertise in Microsoft Intune environment with a strong focus on system hardening and comprehensive policy management.
- Architected NIST and ISO/IEC 27000 compliant Mobile Device Management (MDM) infrastructure tailored for an international government defense aerospace project.
- Performed an architectural role for an offline Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) environment, ensuring NIST compliance while handling complex manufacturing infrastructure.
Daniel Ubani
Last position:
Senior Application Packaging & Deployment Engineer at Allevio AG (Client: Allianz Technology)
- Enterprise application packaging and deployment for Allianz's global Windows migration programs across Europe, North America, and APAC
- Migrated hundreds of enterprise applications from Windows 10 VDI to Microsoft Azure Windows 365 (Windows 11)
- Created software packages in MSI/MST, FlexApp, PSADT 3/4, and App-V according to enterprise packaging standards
- Developed an ASP.NET packaging automation platform with MongoDB, SQL Server, SharePoint, and Outlook integration
- Built PowerShell modules for automated quality checks of MSI and FlexApp packages
- Developed a release conflict detection module in PowerShell to identify potential deployment issues before production
- Created WDAC monitoring scripts for automated policy oversight and incident response
- Implemented MSGraph API calls in PowerShell for Azure AD and Intune operations
- Created Citrix oData scripts for historical usage analysis (BYOD, VDI, fat clients)
- Developed an Intune Win32 app 'Do Not Disturb' deployment routine for an optimal user experience
- First point of contact for troubleshooting production incidents with packaged applications
- Coordinated application owner, UAT, and release testing for hundreds of deployments
- Administered Microsoft Intune, Citrix environments, and SQL Server security
- Created and tested WDAC policies in Intune; managed configuration policies and Win32 app deployments
- Primary packaging resource for Allianz France since 2019
Frank Speelmans
Last position:
Software and Database Developer at Frigosped GmbH
- Upgrading the existing Delphi 2010 version to Delphi 10.4.
- Making all software products Terminal Server compatible.
- Maintaining and enhancing the in-house shipping software until it is replaced by a newly purchased version.
- Technologies: Delphi 2010, Delphi 10.4, Advantage Database, DevExpress, Git, Devart, OOP.
Joachim Bleichert
Last position:
Oracle Consulting and Development at Berufsgenossenschaft Nahrungsmittel & Gastgewerbe (BNG)
- Development and consulting of various web applications for data preparation and distribution using Oracle databases and PL/SQL
- Technologies: Oracle 19, Oracle PL/SQL, Oracle APEX
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
Dirk Blumenthal
Last position:
Senior Consultant at Beiersdorf Shared Services (via phat consulting GmbH)
- MSI and MSIX packaging of standard and industry-specific software for MS Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager
- Development of various release updates for different subsidiaries
- Development of a standard transform for MSI installations to automatically write inventory keys via CustomAction
- Development of SCCM InstallationScheduler as well as various custom scripts
- Development of an automatic company-wide Windows update routine from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1 in the global corporate network (30,000 clients)
- Multi-device support and multi-language support
- Reinstallation of drivers and software
- Third-level support and point of contact for technical issues
Krzysztof Solek
Last position:
IT-Consultant / System Engineer at ITC-Solek
- Worked as IT consultant and system engineer
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Statistics of experts using InstallShield
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
30 years
Position duration
3 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
80%
Master's degree or higher
40%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
89%
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 InstallShield
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
Windows installers
InstallShield is used to create installation packages for Windows software. It helps teams deliver MSI and EXE installers that place files, create shortcuts, register services, and add the right entries in the system during setup.
What specialists deliver
- MSI and bootstrapper setups for desktop software
- Upgrade, patch, and uninstall flows
- Prerequisite checks and dependency handling
- Silent installs for deployment teams
- Custom dialogs, branding, and license steps
Ecosystem fit
Strong specialists work across InstallShield, Windows Installer, and often Flexera’s tooling around release packaging. They know how setup projects interact with .NET, COM, registry settings, services, and enterprise deployment tools such as SCCM or Intune.
When to bring one in
Companies usually need freelance help when a release is blocked by a broken installer, a legacy setup must be modernized, or a complex product needs cleaner upgrade paths. This is common in enterprise software, industrial tools, and regulated environments where installation must be reliable on every machine.
What good experts know
Good professionals read logs, trace install conditions, and keep packages repeatable. They understand Windows Installer rules, upgrade codes, feature trees, and the edge cases that break silent deployment or remove old versions too early.
Working in Germany
In Germany, InstallShield work is often tied to internal IT teams, local software vendors, and global product groups that ship Windows applications across offices. Remote work is common, but on-site collaboration can help when setup behavior must be tested on managed corporate images or in controlled lab systems.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about InstallShield.
InstallShield is used to package Windows software into installers that users and IT teams can run on desktops and laptops. It is common for products that need MSI packages, clean uninstall behavior, upgrades, patches, and prerequisite checks.
A strong InstallShield setup specialist is often chosen when a team needs polished Windows installation flows, advanced upgrade handling, or support for complex enterprise deployment rules. It is compared most often with WiX and other installer tools, especially when a project needs more guided authoring than raw MSI authoring.
A capable InstallShield professional usually also understands Windows Installer, MSI behavior, registry and service setup, and silent deployment. Knowledge of .NET, COM, PowerShell, and tools like SCCM or Intune is often useful when installers must fit enterprise release processes.
InstallShield work becomes worth outsourcing when installs have custom conditions, tricky upgrades, or recurring release failures. It also helps when a legacy installer must be maintained by a new team that does not want to reverse-engineer old setup logic.
Yes, InstallShield projects are often handled remotely from Germany because most work happens in packaging tools, logs, and test builds. On-site time can still help when installers must be validated on locked-down corporate devices or in a specific lab environment.
Look for a InstallShield expert who can explain upgrade codes, feature selection, repair behavior, and uninstall paths in plain language. Strong work is repeatable, easy to test, and leaves clean logs that make future releases simpler to maintain.
InstallShield specialists often fix failed installations, broken upgrades, missing prerequisites, and silent install issues before a release goes out. They also help when packaging needs branding changes, new files, or a safer rollback path.
Yes, InstallShield is still relevant for Windows products that need dependable installers, especially in enterprise settings. It remains useful when a team must support MSI-based deployment, controlled upgrades, and a clear maintenance path for existing users.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used InstallShield in their recent projects is 92 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 734 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used InstallShield in their recent projects, 80% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 40% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used InstallShield in their recent projects have 30 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used InstallShield in their recent projects are German (89%), English (89%), and French (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used InstallShield in their recent projects are Information Technology (89%), Banking and Finance (78%), and Manufacturing (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used InstallShield in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (78%), and Quality Assurance (78%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used InstallShield
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