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Yasin Y.

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DevOps Architect & Backend Developer

Dortmund
Yasin Y.

Last position:

Enterprise Architect at Bundesagentur für Arbeit

Task:

  • Design and build a proof of concept (PoC) for a future-proof virtualization platform, taking secure system architectures into account
  • Assess the current state of existing infrastructures and develop selection and evaluation criteria for the right OS virtualization platform
  • Carry out the requirements analysis and then create and prioritize tickets in the ticket system
  • Complete and continuously update a tool evaluation matrix based on PoC results
  • Support team knowledge building through clear documentation of the approach and results in Confluence
  • Enterprise analysis of existing hardware (creating different BoMs)

Technologies: Vmware, Vmware Aria Operations, Osism, Canonical OpenStack, FishOs, Linux, Terraform, Ansible, Confluence, Alma

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Arkadius S.

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Senior Java Backend Developer | API & Integration Development | Cloud-Native Microservices | Regulated & KRITIS-Related

Dortmund
Arkadius S.

Last position:

AWS Pricing Platform / API & Integration Architecture at Porsche Digital

Development and evolutionary further development of a highly available, cloud-native microservice and integration architecture for dealer and retail processes in the Porsche Car Configurator.

Responsibilities

  • Development of Java-/Kotlin-based backend, API, and integration components (Spring Boot)
  • Integration of internal and external systems via REST/OpenAPI, GraphQL, Apache Kafka, and AWS SQS (synchronous and asynchronous)
  • Implementation of stable, high-performance communication and data flows in a cloud-native platform architecture
  • Processing of structured data formats (JSON, Protobuf, GraphQL schemas) based on existing API patterns
  • Performance optimization of distributed microservices with reduced response times and higher operational stability
  • Technical tests (unit, integration, and API tests) as well as error analysis in production-like environments
  • AWS Infrastructure as Code with Terraform and AWS CDK
  • CI/CD automation (build, test, and deployment pipelines) with GitHub Actions
  • AI-supported feature implementation (GitHub Copilot Agent)

Label: Kotlin, Java 25, Spring Boot 4, Protobuf, TypeScript, AWS, Terraform, CDK, Apache Kafka, AWS SQS, REST/OpenAPI, GraphQL, JSON, PostgreSQL, Docker, GitHub Actions, Maven, Gradle, JUnit, Mockito, Testcontainers

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Manuel K.

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Senior Full-Stack Developer & IT Trainer

Iserlohn
Manuel K.

Last position:

.NET Developer, SAP Business One Consultant at Own Projects

  • DTO class generator: In-house development of a tool for the automatic generation of classes, functions, and methods for use in .NET Core projects based on SAP Business One Service Layer metadata
  • E-invoice import add-on: Development of a SAP Business One add-on / coresuite module for the automated import of ZUGFeRD e-invoices as incoming invoices – with configurable mapping to flexibly control the import logic across four mapping types (DIRECT, SQL, FIXED, EXPR). The add-on is available as a licensed product for SAP Business One customers.

Stack: SAP Business One, SAP Business One Service Layer, coresuite Country Package, C#

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Kersten L.

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Senior Consultant · Full-Stack Engineer · Coding Architect · AI Engineer · Coach

Dortmund
Kersten L.

Last position:

Lead Architect / Lead Developer at Bettles: Sports Betting Platform

  • Complete greenfield rebuild across the whole stack — built AI-native: backend in Go and NestJS, PostgreSQL (CNPG) on K3s with GitOps/Terraform; frontend on Angular 22, zoneless.
  • Orchestrated coding agents (e.g. Claude Code, Cursor) across the entire lifecycle — architecture, implementation, testing, reviews, documentation — driven by Specification-Driven Development (SDD).
  • “Bruno” — LLM commentator persona backed by RAG and MCP for a personality that stays consistent across all generations (match previews, post-match reports, his own virtual bets).

Angular 22 (zoneless, without Zone.js), Claude Code, Claude Code Skills, CNPG, Cursor, Design Tokens (Spec for Code), Docker, Gherkin, Git, GitLab, GitOps, Go, Google Gemini, Grafana, Hetzner Cloud, K3s, Keycloak, Kubernetes, Lighthouse, LLM Integration, Model Context Protocol (MCP), NestJS, Node.js, NPM, Playwright, PostgreSQL, Prometheus, RAG, REST, Specification-Driven Development (SDD), Structured Outputs, Terraform, TypeScript, Vitest

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Laurin H.

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Software Architect (Freelance)

Bochum
Laurin H.

Last position:

Software Architect (Freelance) at Care4Sure

  • Delivered MVP-focused full-stack architecture for a health-sector client: Vite/React frontend, backend services on Google Cloud Run, and Supabase for database plus IAM/authentication.
  • Supported product requirements engineering and prioritized cost-aware workload placement, implementing browser-side/edge computation where feasible before moving logic to backend services.
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Stefan R.

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Senior Product Owner

Wetter
Stefan R.

Last position:

Senior Product Owner at Bosch & ETAS Automotive

  • Product Owner for the Digital Delivery team
  • Company-wide Bosch digitalization project for software deliveries
  • Technologies: SAP EMS, JFrog, Revenera
  • Conducting PI Plannings
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Diego E.

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RPG Software Developer from RPG III to Free Format

Dortmund
Diego E.

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RPG Software Developer from RPG III to Free Format

  • Development of software and system support for RPG development.
  • Development, optimization and maintenance of programs in RPG (RPG II to ILE Free Format).
  • Performing integration tasks, data management as well as applying and managing system updates.
  • User support and training to ensure smooth system operation.
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Patrik G.

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Technical Lead Conversational AI

Dortmund
Patrik G.

Last position:

Technical Lead Conversational AI at CANCOM

  • Technical lead of a team developing agentic chatbot solutions (React, TypeScript, Python, FastAPI)
  • Architecture design for multi-LLM dialog systems - focus on maintainability, UX, and autonomous execution
  • Stakeholder alignment, CI/CD processes, and AI integration at enterprise level
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Rafael K.

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Senior Android Developer / Team-Lead

Dortmund
Rafael K.

Last position:

Senior Android Developer / Team-Lead at IBM Deutschland

  • Further development and release support for a white-label ePA component for health insurance companies
  • Technologies: Android (Kotlin), Kotlin Multiplatform, Coroutines, Jetpack Compose, MVVM, StateFlow, Gradle, ProGuard
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Aladdin A.

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Technical Consultant

Castrop-Rauxel
Aladdin A.

Last position:

Technical Consultant at NFON

  • Presentations and workshops regarding different VOIP products and technologies
  • Design of VOIP and network solutions from core to premium solutions and necessary non-standard solutions
  • Processing of tenders
  • Development of VOIP and network technical implementation of customer requirements
  • Implement and configure different UC products on cloud
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Jean Erge E.

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Engineer - Automation Technology

Bochum
Jean Erge E.

Last position:

Engineer - Automation Technology at Ravensburg Milchwerke GmbH

  • Plan and design complex production systems as part of a team
  • Develop and modify electrical circuit diagrams
  • Design electrical machine controls and drive technology
  • Troubleshoot electronic assemblies
  • Develop PLC and visualization software as well as process control software
  • Identify and implement optimization measures
  • Create operating instructions
  • Ensure IT security of all operational technology
  • Support building services
  • Technologies: Eplan P8, PCS7, ProLeiT, PlantiT, TIA, S7
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Hamza S.

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Software Developer

Bochum
Hamza S.

Last position:

Software Developer at WaslSign

  • Designed and implemented the system architecture for scalable document workflows, improving stability and performance.
  • Optimized the login flow with TOTP-based MFA, reducing complexity and login time by 35%.
  • Built secure backend APIs for document upload, signing, and management.
  • Developed encrypted file handling with AWS S3 pre-signed URLs, ensuring GDPR-compliant data protection.
  • Implemented JWT-based role authentication, strengthening access control and overall platform security and reducing code and database complexity.
  • Optimized database queries and caching using ORM, reducing API response time by 40%.
  • Integrated real-time webhook updates, enhancing workflow transparency and user experience.
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Yoav N.

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Freelance Software Architect

Moers
Yoav N.

Last position:

Freelance Software Architect at Freelance Consultant

  • Various small consultations, e.g. concepts and arcitectures.
  • Updating my Matlab, Linux, IPv6, Cyber-Security, C++ (up to 23) and Python skills.
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Hendrik B.

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Lecturer

Dortmund
Hendrik B.

Last position:

Lecturer at Front and Fullstack Development Lecturer

  • Teaching JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React, NodeJS, MongoDB, MariaDB, and Express
  • Designing and preparing lessons
  • Classroom teaching and one-on-one coaching

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Statistics of experts using Java

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

20 years (Germany: 19 years)

Java experts in Dortmund have 20 years of professional experience on average. It is 1 year more than in Germany, where the average stands at 19 years.

Position duration

3.2 years (Germany: 3 years)

Java experts in Dortmund stay in a single position for 3.2 years on average. It is 0.2 years more than in Germany, where the average stands at 3 years.

Positions per freelancer

12

Java experts in Dortmund have completed 12 positions on average over the course of their careers.

Top business areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Java experts in Dortmund have gathered most of their hands-on project experience in Information Technology, Product Development, and Project Management.

Top industries

Information Technology, Healthcare, Education

Java experts in Dortmund are most in demand in Information Technology, Healthcare, and Education.

Certification focus areas

Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development

Java experts in Dortmund earn their certifications most often in Information Technology, Project Management, and Product Development.

Bachelor's degree or higher

88% (Germany: 91%)

88% of Java experts in Dortmund hold at least a Bachelor's degree. It is 3% lower than in Germany, where the rate stands at 91%.

Master's degree or higher

47% (Germany: 55%)

47% of Java experts in Dortmund hold at least a Master's degree. It is 8% lower than in Germany, where the rate stands at 55%.

Certifications per freelancer

3

Java experts in Dortmund hold 3 professional certifications on average.

Most common languages

German, English, Spanish

Java experts in Dortmund most often speak German, English, and Spanish.

Speak two or more languages

100% (Germany: 97%)

100% of Java experts in Dortmund speak two or more languages. It is 3% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 97%.

Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.

Daily rate distribution

0 3 6 9 12
2 of the Java experts in Dortmund charge less than €480 per day.
3 of the Java experts in Dortmund charge between €480 and €640 per day.
6 of the Java experts in Dortmund charge between €640 and €800 per day.
10 of the Java experts in Dortmund charge €800 or more per day.
<€480 €480-​640 €640-​800 €800+

The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Dortmund 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.

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Average rates of experts in Dortmund using Java

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 726 €
Germany avg. 769 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 720 €
Germany median 800 €

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.

Java 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 (91%)
  • Healthcare (55%)
  • Education (50%)
  • Banking and Finance (50%)
  • Manufacturing (45%)
  • Automotive (36%)
  • Insurance (36%)
  • Transportation (32%)

Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.

About the technology

Java foundations

Java is a general-purpose programming language and runtime used for reliable, maintainable software. Companies use it for backend services, enterprise applications, financial systems, Android legacy estates and high-volume processing. Its static typing, mature tooling and broad library ecosystem support long-lived products.

What Java builds

Java specialists turn business requirements into secure services and integrations that connect users, data and operational systems.

  • REST and event-driven backend services
  • Spring Boot applications and modular platforms
  • Payment, logistics and manufacturing systems
  • Data processing, messaging and workflow solutions
  • Modernisation of established enterprise applications

Ecosystem and tooling

The Java ecosystem includes Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Jakarta EE, Hibernate and popular messaging technologies. Strong delivery also depends on Maven or Gradle, JUnit, Testcontainers, Git and continuous integration pipelines. Professionals often work with PostgreSQL, relational databases, Docker and cloud services alongside Java.

When specialists help

Freelance expertise is useful when a team needs capacity without slowing a critical Java roadmap. Companies bring in specialists for a new service, a platform migration, production stabilisation or a technical review. Dortmund businesses may also value professionals who can combine remote delivery with occasional on-site collaboration and clear German or English communication.

  • Replacing tightly coupled applications with services
  • Moving workloads towards containers or managed cloud services
  • Improving test coverage, observability and release safety
  • Connecting Java systems with SAP, APIs or message brokers

Skills that matter

A capable Java professional understands object-oriented design, concurrency, error handling and API design rather than only the language syntax. They can select suitable Spring modules, model persistence carefully and protect services with authentication, authorisation and input validation. Experience with profiling, automated testing and operational monitoring helps turn code into a dependable product.

Choosing the right professional

Assess specialists against the system you need to change, not just a list of Java tools. Ask how they approach domain modelling, legacy constraints, deployment, testing and production incidents. A strong professional explains trade-offs clearly, leaves understandable documentation and works effectively with product, security and operations teams. For remote work, agree on communication routines, access boundaries and delivery ownership before the engagement begins.

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Frequently asked questions

Key details about Java, drawn from the questions we get asked most.

Java is commonly used for backend services, enterprise applications, financial platforms, integration layers and data-processing systems. It is a strong fit when reliability, maintainability and a mature ecosystem matter over the full life of a product.

Java and C# both support structured enterprise systems, strong typing and mature tooling, while JavaScript and TypeScript can offer a more unified web stack. The right choice depends on the existing ecosystem, team skills, runtime requirements and long-term maintenance needs.

A strong Java specialist often works with Spring Boot, SQL, REST, messaging, Docker and cloud deployment. Testing, observability, security, build automation and database design are also important when the professional is responsible for a production service.

The required depth depends on the system’s risk and complexity rather than a fixed tenure. A small API may need focused Spring Boot and testing skills, while a regulated enterprise platform calls for experience with architecture, migrations, security and production operations.

Yes, Java work is often well suited to remote collaboration because source control, automated tests and delivery pipelines provide a shared working base. Teams in Dortmund should still define overlap hours, access procedures, documentation standards and whether occasional on-site sessions are useful.

Java with Spring Boot is a practical choice for independently deployable services, APIs and business applications that need a broad production ecosystem. It can reduce setup work, but teams should still control dependencies, configuration, security and operational complexity.

Ask a Java freelancer to explain design decisions from a comparable system, including testing, failure handling, data access and deployment. Look for clear trade-offs, readable code, useful documentation and evidence that they can operate software after it reaches production.

Java can support gradual modernisation when an existing application has valuable business logic but difficult structure or outdated delivery practices. A specialist may introduce tests, isolate interfaces, extract services and improve deployment incrementally instead of forcing a risky rewrite.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Java in their recent projects is 91 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 726 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Java in their recent projects, 88% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 47% hold at least a Master's degree.

On average, freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Java in their recent projects have 20 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.2 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Java in their recent projects are German (100%), English (95%), and Spanish (18%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Java in their recent projects are Information Technology (91%), Healthcare (55%), and Education (50%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Dortmund, Germany who have used Java in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (86%), and Project Management (64%).

Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Java

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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