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Patrick L.
Last position:
Senior GenAI Fullstack Developer at SBH (Schulbau Hamburg)
Remote freelance role focused on Agentic AI strategy, secure application patterns, and reusable agentic workflows for a government agency.
- Development and implementation of an open-source Agentic AI strategy for a government agency, with a focus on GDPR, security, and self-hosted solutions
- Development of reusable agentic workflows and business applications that enable non-technical employees to solve business problems independently
- Implementation of nine business applications with Single Sign-On (SSO) and Azure PostgreSQL integration on Hetzner Linux servers
Techstack: Python, Streamlit, Anthropic SDK (Claude), Azure, Linux, PostgreSQL, MS SQL, Angular
Anthony M.
Last position:
Research and Development, AI for Enterprise at Mwanachama
- Built an MCP (Model Context Protocol) layer for Mwanachama's agency service, turning domain manager methods into callable AI-agent tools. This included a composite tool that builds a full organization design (org chart, goals, workflows, RACI matrix) from one specification.
- Built the chat-driven agency builder (Wakala Studio and API), where an organization describes its structure in natural language and an AI agent uses those tools to construct and modify the live design.
- Added an insights service so an organization can review AI-agent interactions and completed work. Insights from that review feed back into solution design, gated by architect and user sign-off.
- Alongside this, designed and built the platform itself: ~20 Go microservices on PostgreSQL, Flutter and React clients, deployed on Kubernetes.
- AI agents scan the platform autonomously for security gaps and run scripted tests, covering API (Postman-style) and UI testing. The rest of the work stays supervised. No rogue agents, promise.
- Building an AI-native enterprise platform that structures organizational data, workflows and responsibilities for both people and AI agents.
- Models accountability through RACI, allowing human and AI participants to take different operational roles, including Responsible, Accountable, Consulted and Informed. AI agents can also take controlled approval roles where the organization assigns that responsibility.
- Extended the organizational and operational-risk themes from my Executive MBA thesis into software, making roles, processes and controls explicit and machine-readable.
- Structures enterprise context so LLM interactions use more relevant information instead of repeatedly processing large amounts of unstructured content.
Prasad T.
Last position:
Solution Architect / Senior Manager – DTC E-Commerce Platform at BRITA
- Led discovery phase and POC for Shopware to Shopify Plus migration across EMEA markets, evaluating platform suitability, technical architecture, and multi-brand/multi-country capabilities against business requirements.
- Designed reference architecture for Shopify Plus implementation incorporating headless front-end patterns (Vue.js, Nuxt.js), CMS integration (Magnolia), and Azure middleware (APIM, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus) for 11 EMEA markets.
- Defined migration strategy analyzing data mapping, cutover approach, and zero-downtime deployment patterns using Varnish caching, GitOps pipelines, and CI/CD orchestration across six vendor teams.
- Architected multi-tenant Shopify Plus governance model with centralized admin, localized storefront customization, and compliance controls (GDPR, data residency).
- Prototyped AI-driven search optimization (LLM.txt, JSON-LD) for product discoverability in Google AI results, demonstrating post-launch performance opportunities.
- Defined EMEA expansion roadmap for 15+ markets through C-level strategic workshops, identifying phased rollout, market-specific configurations, and resource requirements.
- Tech Stack: React, Nuxt.js, Vue.js, Magnolia CMS, Shopware, Shopify Plus, Azure (APIM, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Front Door), Varnish, SAP, MS Dynamics, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, PostgreSQL, Kafka
Michael H.
Last position:
Frontend Developer at RTL Tech
- Development and optimization of the RTL+ frontend application for SmartTV and set-top box platforms with React and Next.js.
- Key role in the technical coordination of developers within the team and in coordinating implementation.
- Central interface to adjacent teams to simplify development processes and improve cross-team alignment.
- Improved frontend performance, stability, and rendering behavior on low-powered devices in a restricted runtime environment.
- Implemented a frontend testing strategy with Jest, React Testing Library, and Playwright.
- Implemented accessibility improvements according to WCAG 2.2 and WAI-ARIA.
- Integrated Didomi Consent Management as a contribution to increasing ad monetization on streaming platforms.
- Used AI-supported engineering workflows with Cursor for structured implementation, refactoring, and faster problem solving.
Technologies used: React, Next.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, GraphQL, Apollo Gateway, Zustand, Tailwind CSS, Styled Components, React Testing Library, Playwright, Jest, HTML5, CSS3, AWS Lambda, EC2, CloudFront, S3, GitLab CI/CD, NX, Cursor
Mehrdad J.
Last position:
Frontend Developer at Emzano
- Co-built a full e-signature and identity verification platform in a two-person team with a senior backend developer, with no designer or PM: all product, UX, and scope decisions made jointly.
Next.js / TypeScript
Yves S.
Last position:
Owner and AI Operator at Path to AI
- Operational implementation of the growth levers of growing E-Com brands: SEO, GEO, SEA, shop, conversion, and automation of recurring processes.
- Building and managing specialized AI agent systems that work as roles (SEO, content, conversion, Shopify engineering) instead of single prompts.
- Working either as done-for-you execution or as done-with-you setup, where the brand's team can continue working on its own afterward.
- Customers and projects include TeamTex and Original Veddel, Störtebekker, ConstructionX.
- AI workshops and enablement formats for specialist and leadership teams, plus the joint webinar series AI Vibe Club with Xentral.
Muhammad U.
Last position:
Software Engineer at Absolutely Digital
Markus K.
Last position:
Founder & Managing Director at Qrafto UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
- Founding and overall responsibility: Built a B2B SaaS platform for craft and construction businesses from the first line of code to the live launch with the first paying customer; solo founding including full establishment of the company and all business processes.
- Product and technology responsibility: Designed and developed the entire product.
- Infrastructure & DevOps: Managed a Kubernetes/Helm environment including CI/CD, monitoring, and security architecture; GDPR-compliant platform decisions and evaluation of EU-hosted LLM providers.
- Agentic coding as a productivity multiplier: Set up a productive multi-agent environment with Claude Code: up to eight parallel agents in isolated Git worktrees, Telegram-based remote control and monitoring, MCP integrations (e.g., Context7, Playwright for E2E tests), and a builder-critic pattern with custom slash commands (/research, /plan) and compressed project contexts. Result: development throughput on par with a small team while working solo.
- Go-to-market: Independently developed positioning, SEO and direct mail playbook, as well as target group analysis.
- Regulation & finance: Implemented e-invoicing requirements (ZUGFeRD/XRechnung), set up accounting and payment infrastructure, and managed funding and financing options.
Svyetoslav P.
Last position:
CTO at Skar Audio
- Main developer in an online retail company
- Built an online shop using the Next.JS React framework
- Integrated the site with dozens of third-party apps using REST and GraphQL APIs
- Built a backend for order management, warehouse management (with iPhone app), and supply management
- Automated invoicing and finances with QuickBooks
Florian F.
Last position:
Senior Backend Developer at ING Deutschland AG
- Database design with Oracle DB, JPA and Flyway considering high performance requirements
- Analysis of multiple architecture drafts and identification of technical risks
- Design and implementation of various interfaces and integrations, especially REST APIs and Kafka topics
- Setup of Elasticsearch for monitoring and analyzing log data
- Establishment of an iterative work approach in the project team facing complex business requirements
Marie-Josée M.
Last position:
Java Engineer / Developer at Davaso GmbH
- Involved in the full development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment of Java-based applications.
- Built and maintained high-performance RESTful APIs and microservices, ensuring scalability and reliable data exchange.
- Practiced code reviews, used version control systems (e.g., Git), and collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions.
- Implemented, managed, and optimized complex business logic and decision-making processes using the Drools Rules Engine, leveraging DRL (Drools Rule Language) for dynamic configuration.
- Developed software solutions for a major service provider in the healthcare insurance sector, specifically focusing on claims processing and reconciliation logic to ensure cost-effective reimbursement for health funds.
Adil S.
Last position:
Mobile/Backend Developer at Freelance
- Built a cross-platform mobile application using React Native that interacts with IoT devices via RESTful APIs
- Implemented state management with Redux and integrated IoT-specific components for smooth data visualization and device control
- Developed RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express, utilizing MongoDB for scalable data storage
- Facilitated secure communication between the mobile app and IoT devices, enabling device onboarding, status monitoring, and control commands
- Implemented real-time data synchronization and optimized data flow to minimize latency
Falko P.
Last position:
CTO & Technical Program Lead at WhosClose GmbH
- Led end-to-end development of a mobile-first social platform enabling real-world connections.
- Implemented a Scrum-based delivery framework and coordinated cross-functional teams to launch the MVP within three months.
- Managed scope, roadmap, and ticket prioritisation.
- Improved the React Native architecture for scalability and performance.
- Oversaw integration of PostHog (analytics), Twilio (SMS), Stream (chat), MailerLite (email), AppsFlyer (deep links), and Google Places (location data).
- Refined the business model, clarified user value, and initiated proof-of-concepts for a multi-agent system to enhance platform intelligence.
- Established team workflows using Atlassian tools to ensure transparency and delivery quality.
Karsten G.
Last position:
Software Development at Siemens Mobility GmbH
- Maintenance and further development of several existing projects in the "AI-powered transportation" sector, based on React, REST-like APIs (Spring, Python) and various design libraries
- Responsible in the project for build processes, JavaScript development, architecture, coordination and communication with the design team
- Agile software development (Scrum, Kanban)
- Technologies: React, TypeScript, Ant Design, Node.js, Yarn, Vite, i18n, Postgres, Keycloak, Jest, Cypress, Storybook
- Tools: IntelliJ, Git, GitLab CI, Docker, Confluence, Jira
Timur Y.
Last position:
Lead Frontend Developer | Fullstack Developer at Finanz Informatik
- Further development of an application for managing personnel changes.
- Development of frontend and backend.
- Implementation of the frontend with React and Material UI.
- Implementation of the backend with Java and Spring Boot.
- Use of React, Java, Spring, TypeScript, next.js, Material UI, Github Enterprise, Figma, Docker, Playwright, swagger, swagger UI, OpenAPI, npm, yarn, git.
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Statistics of experts using Next.js
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
15 years

Position duration
2.1 years (Germany: 1.9 years)

Positions per freelancer
11

Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Education

Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 89%)
Master's degree or higher
36% (Germany: 50%)

Certifications per freelancer
1 (Germany: 2)

Most common languages
German, English, French

Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 96%)
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Frankfurt using Next.js
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.
Next.js 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 (100%)
- Banking and Finance (61%)
- Education (44%)
- Healthcare (44%)
- Media and Entertainment (39%)
- Professional Services (39%)
- Insurance (33%)
- Advertising (28%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What Next.js does
Next.js is a React framework for building production web applications. It combines server-side rendering, static generation, client-side navigation and API capabilities in one project structure. Teams use it for content-rich websites, SaaS products, marketplaces, dashboards and commerce experiences that need strong performance and maintainable code.
Core architecture
Strong Next.js specialists understand how rendering choices affect speed, caching and user experience. They work with the App Router, Server Components, layouts, loading states and route handlers, while selecting client-side code only where interaction requires it. They also manage data fetching, metadata, image optimization and error boundaries across a complete application.
Ecosystem and tooling
Next.js projects commonly combine TypeScript, React, Tailwind CSS, component libraries and a headless CMS. Professionals may also work with:
- Vercel deployments, preview environments and edge runtimes
- Authentication, payments and third-party APIs
- Playwright, Vitest and continuous integration pipelines
- PostgreSQL, Prisma or other application data layers
When expertise matters
Companies bring in freelance Next.js expertise when a React codebase needs a reliable production foundation or an existing application has become difficult to scale. Specialists can support a migration from another framework, improve Core Web Vitals, connect a CMS or commerce backend, and establish patterns that an internal team can maintain. In Frankfurt, remote collaboration may suit distributed product teams, while on-site work can help with workshops and complex handovers.
Typical deliverables
A Next.js engagement may include a responsive frontend, a reusable design system, a content platform integration or a full-stack web application. The work can cover routing, forms, authentication, search, checkout flows, accessibility, analytics and deployment. Clear requirements around SEO, browser support, data ownership and release processes help define the right scope.
What strong specialists bring
The best professionals go beyond assembling React components. They explain why a page should be statically generated, streamed or rendered on demand, and they test those decisions with real product requirements. Look for experience with performance profiling, secure integrations, accessibility, observability and code reviews, plus the communication skills needed to work with product, design and engineering teams. German and English communication may both matter for teams hiring in Frankfurt.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Next.js.
Next.js is used for websites and web applications that need a strong React foundation, such as SaaS products, online stores, editorial sites, customer portals and internal dashboards. Its rendering options support both highly interactive interfaces and pages that need search visibility or fast initial delivery.
A standard React application often leaves routing, rendering, data loading and deployment decisions to separate libraries and services. Next.js provides an integrated framework with server rendering, static generation, file-based routing and server-side capabilities, which can reduce architectural work while adding framework-specific decisions.
Next.js is a strong choice when a team values a broad ecosystem, flexible rendering, established hosting options and a large pool of React specialists. Remix can be attractive for teams that prefer a web-platform-focused routing and data model, so the decision should reflect the product’s deployment model, team skills and long-term maintenance needs.
A capable Next.js freelancer often brings TypeScript, React, CSS architecture and accessibility knowledge. Depending on the project, useful adjacent skills include headless CMS integration, databases, authentication, testing, cloud deployment, observability and SEO-focused performance work.
A small marketing site may need a specialist who can set up routing, content integration and deployment cleanly. A larger application benefits from deeper Next.js experience with caching, Server Components, authentication, testing, performance analysis and migration planning. The required level depends more on architecture and risk than on project duration.
Yes. Next.js work is well suited to remote collaboration because code, reviews, automated tests and deployment workflows can be shared online. Teams in Frankfurt should agree early on working hours, documentation, feedback cycles and whether German, English or both are needed for meetings and project materials.
Ask a Next.js specialist to explain rendering and caching choices made in a comparable project, not only to show screenshots. Review production code or a technical walkthrough for accessibility, test coverage, error handling, security, performance measurement and clear separation between server and client responsibilities.
A Next.js specialist working on an older codebase should assess the Pages Router, data-fetching methods, dependencies, hosting setup and test coverage before proposing a migration. Moving to the App Router can improve the structure of a project, but it should be planned around compatibility, delivery risk and the team’s ability to maintain the result.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Next.js in their recent projects is 95 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 757 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Next.js in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 36% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Next.js in their recent projects have 15 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Next.js in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (22%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Next.js in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (61%), and Education (44%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Next.js in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (94%), and Project Management (50%).
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