Microchip dsPIC Experts in Germany
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Viktor H.
Last position:
Freelance Software Developer at Thomas Magnete GmbH
- Development of embedded software for a valve prototype with LIN interface.
- Extension of the software architecture in Rhapsody.
- Implementation of the valve control as a state machine in Rhapsody.
- Implementation of a LIN stack for communication with the PLIN-LDF test environment.
- Integration & commissioning of the built-in bootstrap loader.
- MCU: Infineon TLE9867.
- IDE: Keil µVision5.
- Project management: GitLab.
- Architecture: Rhapsody Architect.
- CAN adapter: PEAK PLIN-USB.
Sergej V.
Last position:
Software Developer Motor Control (Project "Multi DMR – Motor-Control") at Lorch Schweißtechnik GmbH
- Modification and redesign of the software for a series component
- Review of the software concept and extension of functionality
- Modification of software functions for DC motor control
- Hardware: ARM STM32G474, CAN bus, Lauterbach T32
- Software: Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Bernd W.
Last position:
Software Developer at NEURA Robotics GmbH
Developed a visualization module based on Toradex's Verdin iMX8M Plus.
Created a project-specific Yocto BSP based on the "Toradex Yocto Project" (scarthgap).
Adapted and created kernel drivers and device tree for the NXP i.MX8 processor used.
Supported the GO product app on Linux / Yocto / systemd.
Set up a Wi-Fi AP using hostap and dnsmasq.
Products: Yocto, Embedded Linux.
Skills: C++, Go, Yocto, i.MX8.
Location: Remote.
Daniel S.
Last position:
Embedded Software Engineer at Rawe Electronic GmbH / SCHELL
- Firmware low-level driver development for an advanced water tap with bluetooth on an EFR32BG module from Silicon Labs with Simplicity Studio
András B.
Last position:
Test Equipment Developer at Minebea Access Solutions
- Tested passenger car opening handle at system level integrating hardware, software and mechanics
- Built and provided complete test equipment for system testers using Arduino boards, Saleae Logic analyser, oscilloscope, multimeter, RLC meter, programmable power supplies and function generators
- Developed system testing concepts and constructed manual system test bench
- Supported system testers with hardware and software tools
- Products: BMW XNF, Rolls Royce, Audi eRing, JLR (Jaguar-Land-Rover)
Sri M.
Last position:
Electronics Engineer at Dausinger + Giesen GmbH
- Designs and develops new high-precision analog/digital PCBs for laser control systems using Eagle and KiCad.
- Leads hardware testing, failure analysis, and systems integration for all PCBs within high-power laser systems.
- Conducts component-level debugging on PCBs, tracing faults from power supply rails to communication lines (CAN, SPI) and sensor data (ADC/DAC).
- Identifies burned/damaged components, performs SMD/THT rework and soldering to repair and validate boards.
- Developed an advanced auto-alignment algorithm using Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) and PID control in Embedded C. This firmware uses a 4-Quadrant-Diode (4QD) PCB’s ADC signals to control piezo mirrors, automatically maximizing the laser’s power position.
- Developed an Autonomous Laser Alignment System using a PIC18F26K83. Implemented a Bayesian Optimization algorithm to maximize optical power by controlling a 2-axis piezo inertia mirror mount.
- Designed a "Virtual Encoder" in software to track position for an open-loop system.
- Configured the Internal ADCC in Burst Average Mode to filter high-impedance photodiode noise.
- Interfaced with a PI E-870.41 driver using a custom 20kHz multiplexed pulse train.
- Developed a robust CAN Bootloader for the dual-core dsPIC33CH, enabling remote firmware updates. Solved deep-level bugs related to hardware timer conflicts, slave core fuse-bit mismatches, and CAN state management.
- Installs and integrates validated PCBs into the final laser systems, verifying all CAN, power, and I/O cabling and debugging any system-level hardware/software conflicts.
- Contributes to the development of the C++/Qt-based system control software, integrating CAN protocols to control and test all PCBs from a unified application.
Rainer N.
Last position:
Embedded Software Developer at Bühler Motoren
- Architecture-based software refactoring of pump firmware (sensorless BLDC FOC) on an NXP MC9S12ZVM controller and an Elmos E53306B controller (ARM Cortex) following an ASPICE-compliant process
- New development of individual components and drivers, including a task scheduler and a driver for a sin/cos angle sensor
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Statistics of experts using Microchip dsPIC
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
21 years
Position duration
1.9 years
Positions per freelancer
17
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Manufacturing, Automotive, Information Technology
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
83%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using Microchip dsPIC
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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Microchip dsPIC experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (100%)
- Automotive (86%)
- Information Technology (57%)
- Aerospace and Defense (43%)
- Education (43%)
- Healthcare (43%)
- Construction (29%)
- Energy (29%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What dsPIC is
Microchip dsPIC is a family of digital signal controllers that combines a microcontroller core with DSP capabilities and fast, deterministic peripherals. It is used for embedded products that need precise sampling, control-loop timing and efficient signal processing in a compact device. The ecosystem is commonly known as dsPIC or dsPIC DSC.
Typical applications
Companies use dsPIC devices where firmware directly controls electrical or mechanical behavior:
- Brushless DC, permanent-magnet and induction motor control
- Inverters, converters, power-factor correction and battery systems
- Digital audio, sensing and industrial signal processing
- Automotive actuators and other real-time control units
Ecosystem and tooling
Strong specialists work with Microchip device families, peripheral libraries and reference designs. Their workflow may include MPLAB X IDE, MPLAB XC16, MPLAB Code Configurator and motor-control libraries, along with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers and hardware-in-the-loop setups. They also understand C, assembly-level optimization, PWM, ADC, timers, interrupts and communication buses such as CAN, SPI, I2C and UART.
When companies need help
Freelance expertise is useful when a team must bring up a custom board, replace a controller or stabilize firmware close to release. It also helps when control performance depends on careful sampling, fixed-point math, interrupt scheduling and safe fault handling. In Germany, specialists may support local electronics, industrial automation, energy and mobility projects remotely or alongside an on-site hardware team.
Expected deliverables
A dsPIC engagement can cover architecture, firmware and verification from the first hardware revision to production support:
- Peripheral configuration, startup code and board bring-up
- Motor-control or power-conversion control loops
- Drivers for sensors, gates, displays and communication interfaces
- Calibration, protection logic, diagnostics and bootloaders
- Test plans, measurement reports and maintainable source code
Signs of strong expertise
A capable professional reads schematics, datasheets and timing requirements before changing code. They can explain trade-offs between dsPIC peripherals, CPU load, memory use, control stability and electrical safety. Quality work includes repeatable measurements, clear assumptions, versioned configuration and tests on real hardware rather than relying only on simulation. Clear communication matters when remote firmware work meets a German manufacturing or hardware team.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about Microchip dsPIC.
A Microchip dsPIC is used for embedded control tasks that combine microcontroller functions with digital signal processing. Common applications include motor drives, digital power supplies, inverters, sensor systems, audio processing and automotive actuators.
A dsPIC adds DSP-oriented instructions and peripherals suited to fast control loops, while a conventional microcontroller may be better for simpler logic, connectivity or low-cost general control. The right choice depends on sampling speed, timing determinism, mathematical workload, memory needs and the surrounding hardware.
A Microchip dsPIC can be a strong fit when motor-control peripherals, predictable interrupt behavior and integrated analog interfaces matter more than broad application-processing power. STM32 devices may offer a wider software ecosystem, while a dedicated DSP can suit heavier signal workloads but may require more external control hardware.
A strong dsPIC specialist usually combines embedded C with digital control theory, fixed-point arithmetic, PWM and ADC configuration. Useful adjacent skills include PCB bring-up, power electronics, motor physics, CAN or other serial buses, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
The needed level depends on the risk and complexity of the product, not only on the device family. A simple peripheral integration may need focused firmware support, while motor control, power conversion or safety-related work calls for a professional who has measured comparable systems on real hardware and can explain the control design.
Yes, Microchip dsPIC work can often be done remotely when the company can provide schematics, board documentation, tool access and a reliable way to test hardware. On-site sessions are valuable for first bring-up, lab measurements and fault diagnosis; German or English communication should be agreed at the start.
Look for evidence of delivered firmware on physical products, not only sample code or simulator results. Ask how the professional handled timing, calibration, fault states, measurement noise, code review and regression testing, and request a clear explanation of the relevant hardware constraints.
A dsPIC project commonly uses MPLAB X IDE, MPLAB XC16, MPLAB Code Configurator, Microchip libraries and a hardware debugger. The wider toolchain may include version control, static analysis, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, motor-control evaluation boards and automated test equipment.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Microchip dsPIC in their recent projects is 84 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 669 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Microchip dsPIC in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 83% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Microchip dsPIC in their recent projects have 21 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Microchip dsPIC in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (14%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Microchip dsPIC in their recent projects are Manufacturing (100%), Automotive (86%), and Information Technology (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Microchip dsPIC in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Quality Assurance (100%).
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