OpenShift Experts in Switzerland
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Christoph Pardon
Last position:
ICT DevSecOps Engineer & Security Coordinator at Abraxas Informatik AG
- Interface role with the SOC team; improved incident response time by 45% through structured escalation processes and proactive security monitoring.
- Defined technical standards for a multi-tenant enterprise platform (10+ services), resulting in 30% shorter onboarding time for new clients in the public sector.
- Active knowledge transfer and mentoring of a 6-person team; increased team autonomy and established a sustainable engineering culture.
- Reduced time-to-market by 50% through CI/CD pipeline optimization and the introduction of self-service deployments.
- Stack: GitLab CI/CD, Kubernetes, Nexus, Harbor, ArgoCD, HashiCorp Vault, Grafana, Python, PostgreSQL, Java, Spring Boot, Flyway, Quarkus, JBoss, Loki, Go, Kafka, Kustomize, MongoDB
Osman Tartoussi
Last position:
Senior Developer and Consultant at Federal Office for IT and Telecommunications BIT
IT consulting, analysis, architecture design, new and further development, code review, test automation, continuous integration and continuous delivery in the backend and frontend area.
Technology stack:
JAVA 21
Spring Boot 3
Spring Framework 6
Spring Rest
Spring Data
JPA
Postgres
Aurora Database
Typescript
OWASP
Renovatebot
Sonarqube
Prometheus
Grafana
Spring Security
Single SignOn
Keycloak
Angular 19
NgRx Redux
AWS ECS
AWS Cloudwatch
Terraform
Spacelift
GitOps
Docker
Junit
Maven
Jenkins Pipeline
GitHub
BitBucket
Nexus
Kafka
Conduktor
Kafdrop
OpenApi
Swagger
Scrum
SAFe
Jira
Confluence
Patrick Riegler
Last position:
DevOps Engineer at Swisscard AECS AG
- PoC for various platform integration functionalities using Backstage and Crossplane
- Implementation of improvements of developer experience with Azure AVD and DevSpace
- Manage application deployment infrastructure on Kubernetes clusters
- Manage CI/CD platform
- Manage deployments into Kubernetes (Rancher and AKS) and into Azure
- Act as security champion of the DevOps team
- Manage vulnerabilities and support dev teams to manage third-party vulnerabilities using JFrog Xray
- Support building the platform team
- Manage infrastructure as code using Terraform and Atlantis
- Build and integrate a platform and IDP using Crossplane
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
Mathias Dürrenberger
Last position:
Independent contractor at Allianz-Technology
- Developed a massive web application for second pillar retirement insurances (Swiss BVG, Kollektivleben) with over 1000 web pages using an in-house model language and Angular for front-end and back-end
- Fixed bugs in the code generator and enhanced and re-engineered the application
- Built an automated testbed
- Implemented PDF document generation with XML and Thunderhead
- Resolved issues due to the switch to Java 21
- Replaced middleware server for insurance base data (customers, contracts) using Java/Spring, REST, OpenAPI, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Azure CI/CD pipeline, Jenkins, and GitHub
Oscar Montero
Last position:
IT Specialist / DBA at Rothschild Private Swiss Bank
- Act as DBA SME for MS SQL Server and primary contact for MSSQL infrastructure and long-term technology roadmap in a critical 24/7 banking environment
- Maintain and evolve SQL infrastructure and monitoring system across development, test, UAT, and production environments (10 servers, 4 always-active Windows clusters, MSSQL 2014–2022 on VMs hosted by Inventix)
- Automate SQL operations using Brent Ozar scripts, PowerShell, and Inventix cloud script integration
- Build and improve ETL processes and BI applications (Power BI); plan resources and mentor BI team
- Participate in review, delivery, and deployment of database improvements across the software development lifecycle
- Migrate SQL Server instances from 2017 to 2019 and 2022
- Integrate new applications requiring MSSQL databases
- Manage and support on-premise and Azure SQL Server solutions; advise on industry standards, best practices, and creative database solutions
- Develop automation scripts for internal systems using PowerShell and Git
- Monitor systems with Splunk and Grafana; manage alerts, filters, data ingestion, and dashboard configuration
- Collaborate with operations, development, and business teams to identify and resolve operational and performance issues proactively
- Implement new SQL Server technologies such as Query Store, Extended Events, Tuning Advisor, and system traces
- Provide on-call support and regular maintenance during evenings and weekends
- Define and enforce system policies and standards; work closely with application managers, HR, and IT platforms in Switzerland and the UK
- Handle 2nd/3rd level support service requests; document resolutions and cooperate with vendors
- Use internal and external monitoring tools to detect performance trends and implement alerts and processes to prevent database issues
- Document and share knowledge to improve technical understanding across operations and development teams; administer Confluence (installation, configuration, document management, performance, upgrades)
- Work professionally in cross-functional teams to advise, influence, and coach development and operations teams on database topics
Ferran Siles Vila
Last position:
Senior Software Engineer at Personal time off / Private projects
- Took on and completed private/organizational projects.
- Continued self-training, e.g., in cloud and reactive architectures.
- Focused deepening of knowledge in areas like Kafka and modern Java 17 enterprise architectures.
Stephan Rudolph
Last position:
ICT Architect/Programmer, DevOps, Design, Implementation, Test, Documentation at PostFinance AG
Deployment of a Customer Engagement & Loyalty solution in the cloud (AWS) and integration into the existing on-premise system landscape.
Technology: AWS EKS - Kubernetes, Helm, AWS EC2, AWS S3, PostgreSQL, SAP GLIF, RabbitMQ, Git, GitLab, ArgoCD, GitOps, CI/CD, Terraform, HashiCorp Vault, JFrog Artifactory, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana, Linux, bash, IntelliJ, draw.io, Confluence
Result: Deployment of a cross-product bonus program for retail banking, embedded into online and mobile banking; actual and emotional customer engagement; improved profitability and loyalty; support for cross- and upselling; long-term improvement in customer satisfaction and positive impact on the company image.
Rocco Ghielmini
Last position:
Senior Frontend Developer at Ginetta
- Contributed to the development of a platform for managing 3D data, similar to Google Earth, using React and Next.js.
- Designed and implemented intuitive and visually appealing user interface components.
- Technologies used: React, Next.js, WebGL, LuciadRIA
Nenad Tomasic
Last position:
Contractor at Swisscom
- SAP Data Designer ETL, SQL Server, Docker for PharmaSuisse Data Warehouse Application (Application Manager and Developer)
- SAP Business Objects, ABAP on SAP HANA for the Police of the Canton of Bern (Application Manager and Developer)
- Avaloq Connectors to SAP BW for Banque Cantonale de Fribourg
Martin Gall
Last position:
IT Project Manager ALV-eGOV, Deputy Head, Group Leader, Business Analyst, Requirements Engineer at SECO
- Planning, implementation, and rollout of 7 eGov services for companies and job seekers for the Unemployment Insurance Fund (ALV)
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Statistics of experts using OpenShift
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
1.9 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
75%
Certifications per freelancer
6
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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland using OpenShift
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
OpenShift basics
OpenShift is Red Hat’s Kubernetes platform for running containers in a controlled enterprise setup. It adds tooling for security, deployment, networking, and cluster management. Teams use it to build and operate internal platforms that need clear governance.
What specialists deliver
- Cluster setup and upgrades
- Application deployment workflows
- Container image and registry setup
- Access control and policy design
- Monitoring and incident support
Ecosystem and tooling
Strong specialists work with Red Hat OpenShift, OCP, Kubernetes, Helm, Operators, and Git-based delivery flows. They also understand storage, ingress, secrets, service accounts, and registry integration. The best experts know how these pieces fit together in daily operations.
When companies bring help
Companies usually look for freelance expertise when a platform needs to be redesigned, stabilized, or handed over between teams. This is common in regulated environments, platform migration work, and internal developer platform projects. In Switzerland, that often means close work with security, infrastructure, and application teams.
What strong experts know
A strong OpenShift professional reads cluster events fast and keeps deployments repeatable. They understand container builds, YAML manifests, routing, upgrades, and failure recovery. They also document decisions clearly so the team can maintain the platform after the project ends.
Good fit for a project
- OpenShift is already in use
- Kubernetes knowledge is needed, but enterprise controls matter more
- Deployment pipelines are fragile or inconsistent
- Teams need help with migration, hardening, or operations
- Remote work is possible, with on-site time only for sensitive rollout phases
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about OpenShift, in one place.
OpenShift is used to run containerized applications on a managed Kubernetes platform with enterprise controls around deployment, security, and operations. Companies choose it when they want a standard way to build, ship, and operate services across clusters. It is common in larger internal platforms and in teams that need stronger governance than plain Kubernetes alone.
OpenShift builds on Kubernetes, but it adds opinionated defaults, operator tooling, registry support, and tighter platform controls. Kubernetes is the core orchestration layer; OpenShift packages more of the platform work around it. For many projects, that reduces setup time and creates a more consistent operating model.
Bring in OpenShift expertise when a cluster needs to be designed, migrated, upgraded, or hardened and your team lacks hands-on platform experience. Freelance specialists are also useful when deployment pipelines are unstable or when application teams need help adapting workloads to the platform. It is a good fit for short, focused assignments as well as longer transition work.
A strong OpenShift specialist usually also knows Kubernetes, Linux, container images, YAML, networking, and Git-based delivery flows. Depending on the project, Helm, Operators, storage classes, secrets management, and observability tools matter too. Security knowledge is especially important when the platform runs sensitive workloads.
OpenShift is the common name, and Red Hat OpenShift is the full product name people often use in procurement and architecture discussions. OCP is a common shorthand in technical conversations. Searchers may use any of these terms, but they usually mean the same enterprise Kubernetes platform.
For a simple rollout or a small deployment issue, a focused OpenShift specialist may be enough. For migration, upgrade planning, security design, or multi-cluster operations, you want someone who has worked through real platform changes before. The more systems that depend on the cluster, the more you need proven operational depth.
Yes, most OpenShift work can be done remotely because the main tasks are cluster review, deployment work, and troubleshooting. In Switzerland, some companies still want on-site time for workshops, access reviews, or sensitive rollout steps. A mixed setup is common when the platform supports regulated or business-critical systems.
A good OpenShift professional explains cluster design choices clearly and shows how they handle upgrades, rollback, and incident recovery. Look for practical evidence: deployment patterns, security hardening, resource planning, and documentation that others can maintain. Strong specialists make the platform easier for the next team, not just the current project.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects is 123 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 985 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 75% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (64%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (82%), and Insurance (73%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (82%), and Quality Assurance (64%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used OpenShift
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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