Microsoft Azure Experts in Zurich
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Marco Skulschus
Last position:
Business Analyst, Data Warehouse Developer at NRW.Bank
Business analysis for risk controlling.
Development of a data warehouse based on MS SQL Server with data from the FIS Cross-Asset Trading and Risk Platform (formerly Front Arena).
Implementation of ETL and transformation logic with T-SQL and Python (template engine Jinja2).
Modeling and automation of data structures with Data Vault.
Building reporting and analysis reports with Microsoft Power BI, including training and onboarding of users.
Banashankari Naragundkar
Last position:
Senior IT Project Manager, Data and Integration Platform at MCH Group, Group IT
Led implementation of an Azure cloud-based, event-driven enterprise integration platform connecting Salesforce, Momentus(event) and ERP applications. Reduced overall costs by 60%, lowered operational errors to under 1%, and delivered on time.
- Led the full project lifecycle from initiation to delivery using agile and hybrid methods - platform vision, feasibility, technical blueprint, architecture, implementation, integration, testing, rollout and business adoption.
- Built the engineering team from the ground up, leading teams across Switzerland, Bulgaria and India using Scrum and Kanban; established Jira, Confluence, Asana and SharePoint for delivery and reporting.
- Established and managed frequent steering meetings, reporting that gave stakeholders transparency and drove key decision-making.
Milan Simonović
Last position:
Cloud Architect & DevOps at Avaloq
- Main cloud solution architect on a banking SaaS offering hosted in Azure.
- Fully automated the Azure infrastructure in Terraform.
- Reduced cloud costs by 50%.
- Responded to incidents, found root-causes and closed with post-mortems.
Robin Ochsner
Last position:
Co-Founder & AI Solutions Architect at airdys
- Product strategy, architecture, and technical co-direction
- AI workshops, client onboarding and go-to-market activities
- Design and implementation of AI architectures (LLMs, RAG, MCP, agents, voice, automation)
- Hands-on development of prototypes and production-ready AI integrations
- Consulting clients on AI adoption, workflows, and integration into existing infrastructure
- Collaboration with co-founders on strategic direction
- Collaboration in sales and customer acquisition
Tools and Technologies: OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure, Vercel AI SDK, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), MCP (Model Context Protocol), FastAgent, VAPI, n8n, make.com, LibreChat, PostgreSQL, OpenAPI, Next.js, Vercel, Docker
Venkata Renduchintala
Last position:
Continuous Learning at Personal Time Off
- ZHAW CAS Secure Software Design and Development
- German C1 and Goethe Certificate C1
- ETH CAS Cloud and Mobile Computing at ETH Zurich
- Linux Foundation Linux System Administration LFS307
- Linux Foundation Kubernetes Fundamentals LFS258
- Linux Foundation Kubernetes for Application Developers LFD459
- Linux Foundation Kubernetes Security Fundamentals LFS460
Philipp Siegenthaler
Last position:
Equity Portfolio Manager - Digital Wealth Management at Interactive Brokers LLC
- Solely responsible for two portfolios totaling USD 1 million with an average monthly performance of 2%
- Responsible for the investment strategy, specializing in US equities and ETFs (exchanges: NASDAQ and NYSE)
- Market, trend, data, and technical chart analysis
- Risk management – diversification, daily/weekly risk mitigation measures (rebalancing) to ensure optimal portfolio profitability
Daniel Schmidt
Last position:
Senior Manager at devpoint GmbH
- Design and co-implementation of an insolvency management platform in Germany for a client (based on an AI development tool)
- Concept, requirements engineering, and implementation support for a Dubai-based company to integrate processes into a CRM
- Business analysis and requirements engineering at Swisscom for integrations
- Integration of a new knowledge management system into the business processes at Swisscom AG – REST API definition
- Project manager, consultant, and sparring partner for the realignment/process digitalization at GIB Solutions AG
- Process designer and prototype for an AI-based real estate marketing system in Dubai
- Interim head of the ICT department at a telecom company, reorganizing and optimizing processes with a team of 5 at GIB Solutions AG
- Agile requirements engineer / external PO for a web-based solution for the German company DEHN AG
- Project management and consulting for the existing marketing and campaign planning solution at Swisscom AG
- Building the ALoHA nearshore offering at devpoint
Ahmed Rehman
Last position:
AI & Automation Engineer at Teosek GmbH
- Build prototypes, expand AI skills, and practical application in a startup context.
- Transition phase: further training in prompt engineering, APIs, AI, working on independent prototype projects, and collaborating at a friend's startup.
- Technologies: LangChain, REST, Python, Java, JS, TS, Node.
Christian Bucholdt
Last position:
Principal Business Acceleration & Advisory at Xebia
- Building productivity solutions for backoffice functions including case management and automated workflows in insurance
- Integration of GenAI functionality in operational processes for efficiency based on measurable KPIs
- Successfully delivering integration and data projects with agile methodology in requirements engineering, cloud native development and computing, software development, data analytics, quality management and technical documentation
- Coaching and advising clients for adoption of technologies such as use case identification, organizational impact assessment and building a business case for investments
- Advising clients on cost optimization through IT carve out and outsourcing of software product engineering
- Technologies: Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, GitHub Co-Pilot, Agile/SAFe
Ursula Maria Mayer
Last position:
Business Mentor at RoleModel Rebels
- Mentor female students and professionals in advancing their careers, particularly as aspiring tech entrepreneurs.
Karim Ismail
Last position:
Test Engineer at Ixtrac AG for Swica
- Building a framework for automated website testing
- Testing, regression testing
- Defect management
- Release management, UAT, agile testing
- Feature discussions with business
- Test management
Stefan Hurni
Last position:
Senior Project Manager at Bechtle Schweiz AG
- Led multiple client projects according to the PRINCE2 standard in the healthcare sector, focusing on migrating existing infrastructures and applications to Bechtle Clouds
- Technologies used: MS Azure, Azure AVD, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Intune, Autopilot, Meraki vMX Firewall, and Bechtle Smart Workplace
- Improved and documented project-related processes
Fabian Kostadinov
Last position:
Lecturer at HWZ University of Applied Sciences
- Co-teach in CAS AI Management and CAS AI Innovation programs for future AI managers
- Cover topics including data platforms, AI architecture, technology adoption foundations, and factors influencing enterprise AI initiative success
Dariusz Kaczmarkiewicz
Last position:
Business System Analyst at Zurich Insurance
Participating in a strategic enterprise project to introduce a centralized customer data platform ("Single Source of Truth") to eliminate redundant data storage and accelerate digital services
Analyzing and documenting business and system requirements for migrating large, heterogeneous data sets (ETL) and for continuous data synchronization between core systems and the new platform
Close collaboration with business units, data engineers and architects to gather and validate requirements, and to ensure data quality, consistency and regulatory compliance
Defining the migration strategy, specifying ETL processes and synchronization mechanisms, and documenting technical interfaces
Developing and executing test cases for migration and synchronization processes, and performing defect analysis to ensure data integrity and system stability
Technologies: SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Azure DevOps, Confluence, UML, RESTful Services, Swagger, Postman
Csaba Kéri
Last position:
ServiceNow Consultant at DXC
- Worked in mixed teams with several clients
- Performed requirement engineering, proposal and time estimation
- Developed ACLs, business rules, flows, workflows, catalog items, various scripts, UI actions, policies, scoped applications
- Customized mobile apps: Now Agent and Now Mobile
- Implemented integrations using the Integration Hub
- Coordinated continuously with clients during development
- Performed testing and helped clients with testing
- Deployed to production and applied main version upgrades and patches
- Managed CMDB, domain separation and asset management
- Integrated between instances at different clients
- Developed GlideScript: business rules, scripted REST endpoints, extension points, fix scripts, background scripts
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Statistics of experts using Microsoft Azure
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
2.4 years (Switzerland: 2.9 years)
Positions per freelancer
14 (Switzerland: 16)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
84% (Switzerland: 87%)
Master's degree or higher
52% (Switzerland: 47%)
Doctorate
8% (Switzerland: 9%)
Certifications per freelancer
5
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 Zurich 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 Zurich using Microsoft Azure
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
Cloud foundation
Microsoft Azure is used to build secure cloud foundations for business apps, data services, and internal tools. Strong specialists know how to shape subscriptions, resource groups, networking, identity, and governance so the rest of the environment stays manageable.
Core services
- App Service, Functions, and container hosting
- Storage, SQL, and managed data services
- Virtual machines and network design
- Entra ID, Key Vault, and policy setup
- Monitoring with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
Delivery work
Companies bring in Azure experts when projects need a clean migration, a production-ready landing zone, or better cost and security control. In Zurich, this often fits banks, insurers, SaaS teams, and other firms that want strong cloud operations without long hiring cycles.
Strong skills
Good professionals work across infrastructure, application delivery, and automation. They know ARM templates or Bicep, PowerShell, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and how to connect Azure services without creating fragile setups.
When to hire
- You are moving workloads from on-premises to Azure
- Your current setup is hard to secure or audit
- Deployments are manual and too slow
- You need help with AKS, networking, or identity
- You want cleaner cost control and better observability
Collaboration
Azure work can be done fully remote, but on-site support in Zurich helps when teams need workshops, stakeholder alignment, or access to sensitive systems. Clear documentation and English are often enough, while German can help in local business settings and operations handover.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with Microsoft Azure? These answers cover the essentials.
Microsoft Azure is used to run web apps, APIs, data platforms, virtual machines, containers, and internal business systems. It also covers identity, storage, networking, security, and monitoring in one cloud environment. That makes it useful when a company wants one place to build, operate, and govern cloud services.
Azure is often chosen when a company already uses Microsoft tools such as Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, or .NET. Compared with AWS and Google Cloud, it tends to fit well in Microsoft-heavy environments and hybrid setups. A strong specialist should understand the trade-offs rather than treating every cloud the same.
A strong Microsoft Azure freelancer usually combines cloud architecture, networking, identity, and automation. Useful adjacent skills include Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell, CI/CD, Kubernetes, and security hardening with Entra ID and Key Vault. If the work includes data or integration, SQL, messaging, and logging tools matter too.
Microsoft Azure projects vary a lot, but migration, networking, and production security usually need someone who has done the work before. Small tasks like setting up an App Service or Function can be simpler, while landing zones, AKS, and governance need deeper expertise. Look for proof of real delivery, not just product knowledge.
Yes, Azure work is often well suited to remote collaboration because most tasks are configuration, review, and deployment work. In Zurich, on-site time can still help with workshops, security discussions, and handover in regulated teams. Many companies use a mixed setup with remote delivery and occasional local meetings.
A good Microsoft Azure specialist should leave behind working infrastructure, not just advice. Typical deliverables include a landing zone, IaC templates, deployment pipelines, monitoring setup, access controls, and clear runbooks. For migration work, you should also expect a cutover plan and documentation for support teams.
No, Azure runs far more than .NET workloads. It supports containers, Linux virtual machines, Java services, Python jobs, data pipelines, and integration systems. .NET is common in Microsoft environments, but a skilled freelancer should be comfortable across several stacks.
A strong Microsoft Azure expert explains choices clearly and can connect architecture, security, operations, and cost. Look for experience with real environments, not only certifications or tool names. Good signs are clean documentation, sensible naming, safe access design, and a practical plan for monitoring and recovery.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Zurich, Switzerland who have used Microsoft Azure in their recent projects is 110 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 879 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Zurich, Switzerland who have used Microsoft Azure in their recent projects, 84% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 52% hold at least a Master's degree, and 8% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Zurich, Switzerland who have used Microsoft Azure in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Zurich, Switzerland who have used Microsoft Azure in their recent projects are German (100%), English (93%), and French (38%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Zurich, Switzerland who have used Microsoft Azure in their recent projects are Information Technology (97%), Banking and Finance (90%), and Insurance (62%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Zurich, Switzerland who have used Microsoft Azure in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (83%), and Project Management (69%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Microsoft Azure
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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