Internet Explorer Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Internet Explorer
Shamaila M.
Last position:
Founder/Kubernetes and Cloud Architect at Kubekanvas
- Developed a browser-based platform for Kubernetes no-code deployment and cluster management
- Developed a CLI in TypeScript to deploy resources in the cluster without leaving the browser UI.
- Implemented DevSecOps pipelines: image scanning, SBOM, policy enforcement, supply-chain security, and used Kyverno. Implemented IAM integration for the command-line utility tool.
- Designed role and permission models for Keycloak, OAuth/OIDC, and social login flows.
- Used LLMs to convert user intent into diagrams.
- Worked on integration with multiple sovereign clouds like StackIT, Hetzner, CIVO, UpCloud, plus public clouds like AWS, GCP, and Azure
- The technology stack includes Java, Spring Boot, Kubernetes, OpenAI, Kubernetes multi-tenancy using vCluster, Karpenter, RBAC for CLI, Helm, React
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.
Volker A.
Last position:
Senior Frontend Angular Developer at fintus GmbH
- Senior Frontend Angular and Frontend
- Integrating Camunda processes into the frontend
- Development supported by ChatGPT (Codex) and Claude (skills etc.)
Knowledge: Angular, Camunda
Products used: Claude, Codex, ChatGPT, Camunda
Reginald L.
Last position:
ERP System Redesign (web-based)
PHP and React redesign of a web-based ERP system.
- Development of the header and parts of the navigation
- Development of various modules in React, e.g. calendar, chat, and various tables
Jürgen K.
Last position:
Interim Management / Business Succession – Process Analysis & Stakeholder Management
As part of the preparation and operational support of a business succession:
- Company analysis: Analysis of the overall economic, organizational and structural situation (current state, strengths/weaknesses, risk potentials)
- Process analysis: Recording and documentation of all relevant business processes (BPMN, UML) in the areas of management, finance, procurement, sales and operations
- Process optimization: Identification of weaknesses and inefficiencies, development and operational implementation of improvement measures
- Stakeholder management: Identification and analysis of all relevant internal and external stakeholders; structured communication and coordination with previous and future owners, shareholders and employees
- Change management: Supporting the workforce and management through the handover process; building acceptance and trust among all participants
- Governance & documentation: Creation and handover of structured operation manuals, process documentation and organizational handbook for the new business owner
- Risk & vulnerability analysis: Assessment of operational and strategic risks in the handover process and development of recommended actions
- Operational support: Interim takeover of leadership tasks; ensuring business continuity during the transition phase
Roxana G.
Last position:
Freelance Senior Frontend Developer at RHI Magnesita
- Designed and developed a high-performance internal resource management platform using React and TypeScript, optimizing dynamic data rendering and state management.
- Built a React Native application to support mobile access to internal tools, enabling on-the-go project tracking for field teams.
- Developed custom 2D canvas-based visualizations using Pixi.js to simulate material flows and refractory layer behaviors.
- Integrated Pixi.js with React components for interactive diagrams and real-time UI updates.
- Developed interactive 3D visualizations using React.js for displaying refractory product layouts and simulations, supporting engineering and sales teams with dynamic product previews.
- Integrated Three.js within the React ecosystem to allow manipulation of 3D models in real-time via browser, enhancing user engagement and field configurability.
- Integrated a headless CMS to enable dynamic content updates by non-technical users, reducing content deployment time by 40%.
- Led AWS CloudFront optimization initiatives, improving portal load speeds by 30% globally.
- Actively collaborated with cross-functional Agile teams and product owners to deliver prioritized features with a fast feedback loop.
- Key Technologies: React.js, React Native, Three.js, TypeScript, Contentful CMS, AWS S3/Lambda/CloudFront, Cypress, Agile Scrum
Dirk R.
Last position:
IT Operations / Service Management at Grant Thornton AG
- Support for the transition to the provider
- Quality assurance in developing operations manuals
- Operational performance management of the provider
Iskender K.
Last position:
IT Client and User Admin at Alko Guenzburg
- Installed clients and managed permissions
- Managed Active Directory users
- Administered Exchange 2016: created distribution lists and mailboxes, performed expansions
- Provided 2nd level support and processed tickets
- Supported ITIL processes and handled daily operations
- Administered virtual client and server environments
Gerhard H.
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)
Falk S.
Last position:
Project Leader - Project Manager – Project Pilot at BVG
- Update OCMS (ID card management), cashless payment in canteens and digitalization of employee transport tickets for the BVG HR department
- Stakeholder analysis
- Requirements management
- Analysis of the as-is situation
- Defining project scope (definition of "to-be")
- Participating in the design of the technical solution
- Creating initial high-level project plan
- Identifying risks and benefits
- Preparing information and creating commissioning documents
- Independently managing projects and work packages including troubleshooting
- Developing and establishing meeting, reporting, and project structures
- Creating and maintaining project plan including resources and assets for effective management
- Involving employee council and data protection
- Regular reporting and deriving action options for the steering committee
- Project monitoring (risks, budget, scope, resources)
- Coaching, supporting, and coordinating internal staff and suppliers
- Documentation and knowledge transfer
- Software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams, Office 365, ServiceNow, OCMS, etc.
Chitrung N.
Last position:
Staff Software Engineer - Infrastructure at Workpath
- Owning, designing, securing, maintaining reliability of the cloud based platform environments
- Increasing developer productivity and growing the infrastructure team horizontally and vertically to 5 engineers
- Realised infrastructure cost reduction of 50% by utilizing efficient spot instances
- Improved PE developer efficiency by 15% with survey led development process
Thomas M.
Last position:
External Representative and Consultant at Aeromarintime Systembau GmbH
- External representative and consultant for the integrated management system according to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018
- Industry: Defense industry
- Sector: System house for marine communication
- Employees: 50
Ines M.
Last position:
Assistant for Construction Investments at City of Leipzig, Office of Building Management, Project Management Department
- Support for tendering procedures and funding applications
- Processing orders and invoices
- Contract processing and drafting
- Reporting and related controlling
- Cost controlling
- Appointment coordination
- Event preparation and follow-up (e.g. contract award meetings, public events related to the projects)
- Handling inquiries from companies and specialist departments about the respective projects (by phone, in person, and in writing)
- Taking minutes
- Filing and archiving
Fabian Z.
Last position:
Freelance IT Specialist
IT specialist Application Engineering / Software Development since 2012
Steffen L.
Last position:
Berdas Data Service UG
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Statistics of experts using Internet Explorer
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
30 years
Position duration
3.1 years
Positions per freelancer
20
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Product Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
62%
Master's degree or higher
23%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 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 Internet Explorer
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 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Internet Explorer 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 (87%)
- Manufacturing (67%)
- Banking and Finance (60%)
- Automotive (53%)
- Transportation (53%)
- Media and Entertainment (53%)
- Professional Services (53%)
- Insurance (47%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Legacy browser role
Internet Explorer, often called IE or Microsoft Internet Explorer, was Microsoft’s long-standing web browser for Windows. Many companies still encounter it in internal portals, manufacturing interfaces, public-sector services and older business applications. Supporting it means understanding its rendering behavior, document modes, security settings and integration with Windows environments.
Typical deliverables
Specialists work on targeted maintenance and controlled modernization tasks:
- Diagnose layout, scripting and form issues in legacy web applications
- Adapt HTML, CSS and JavaScript for Internet Explorer compatibility
- Test intranet portals, kiosk interfaces and browser-based workflows
- Document browser dependencies before a migration or replacement
- Stabilize business-critical applications during a transition
Ecosystem and tooling
Internet Explorer work often connects front-end code with Microsoft infrastructure. Relevant skills include legacy JavaScript, VBScript, ActiveX, COM components, Windows authentication, Group Policy and enterprise site configuration. Strong professionals can also read older ASP or .NET applications, use browser developer tools and compare behavior across supported browsers.
When companies need help
Freelance expertise is useful when a legacy application fails after a Windows change, when internal users report inconsistent behavior, or when a replacement cannot be delivered immediately. In Germany, companies may bring in specialists to support distributed teams, regulated workflows or older systems that still serve operational needs. Remote work is practical when secure access, test environments and clear documentation are available.
Migration decisions
Internet Explorer support is rarely an end state for a new application. A professional can assess whether a compatibility fix, an enterprise configuration or a move to Microsoft Edge is the safer path. The work may include inventorying dependent pages, replacing obsolete scripts, validating authentication flows and creating a staged browser migration plan without disrupting users.
What strong experts bring
Good specialists distinguish a browser defect from an application defect and reproduce issues in a controlled environment. They understand why standards-based browsers behave differently from older Microsoft implementations, and they communicate the risk of each workaround. Look for clear test evidence, careful handling of ActiveX and authentication dependencies, practical security awareness and documentation that another team can maintain.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Internet Explorer, in one place.
Internet Explorer is mainly found in older intranet portals, line-of-business applications, kiosk systems and interfaces that depend on legacy Microsoft technologies. Companies may retain it temporarily when replacing an application would interrupt essential workflows.
Internet Explorer uses older rendering and scripting behavior, while Microsoft Edge is based on a modern browser architecture and supports current web standards more broadly. Edge can provide an Internet Explorer mode for selected legacy sites, but a specialist should first verify compatibility and security requirements.
A strong Internet Explorer specialist often works with HTML, CSS, legacy JavaScript, VBScript, ActiveX, COM, Windows authentication and Group Policy. Knowledge of ASP, .NET, Microsoft Edge compatibility mode and browser testing is also valuable when the assignment involves maintenance or migration.
The right level of experience with Internet Explorer depends on the system’s age, its dependencies and the risk of downtime. A simple layout issue may need focused troubleshooting, while an application using ActiveX, custom authentication or old server-side code calls for a professional who can investigate the full environment.
Internet Explorer support can often be handled remotely from Germany when the specialist has secure access to the application, test machines and relevant logs. On-site collaboration may still help when the system is tied to local hardware, restricted networks or operational teams that need direct testing.
With Internet Explorer, the decision depends on business criticality, technical debt, security exposure and the availability of a replacement. A specialist can separate a short-term compatibility fix from a sustainable migration plan and identify dependencies that could make an immediate switch risky.
Ask an Internet Explorer professional to explain how they reproduce a fault, isolate browser-specific behavior and document the proposed fix. Useful evidence includes test cases, clear risk statements, experience with legacy integrations and a plan that avoids undocumented workarounds.
Before taking an Internet Explorer assignment in Germany, clarify the application’s access model, required Windows environment, dependent components and migration expectations. Confirm whether remote access is permitted, which language the project team uses and how production changes are approved.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Internet Explorer in their recent projects is 104 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 833 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Internet Explorer in their recent projects, 62% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 23% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Internet Explorer in their recent projects have 30 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Internet Explorer in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (13%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Internet Explorer in their recent projects are Information Technology (87%), Manufacturing (67%), and Banking and Finance (60%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Internet Explorer in their recent projects are Project Management (100%), Information Technology (93%), and Product Development (80%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Internet Explorer
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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