OpenShift Experts in Switzerland
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Switzerland, who have recently used OpenShift
Christoph P.
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 a 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% by optimizing CI/CD pipelines and establishing 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
Mathias D.
Last position:
Independent contractor at Allianz-Technology
- Developed a large web application for second-pillar retirement insurance (Swiss BVG, Kollektivleben) with over 1000 web pages, using an in-house modeling language and Angular for the 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 caused by 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
Patrick R.
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 K.
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
Oscar M.
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 S.
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 R.
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 G.
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 T.
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 G.
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
26 years
Position duration
2 years
Positions per freelancer
17
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
100%
Master's degree or higher
75%
Certifications per freelancer
7
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Switzerland are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging 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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
OpenShift 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 (90%)
- Insurance (70%)
- Professional Services (60%)
- Government and Administration (60%)
- Media and Entertainment (50%)
- Aerospace and Defense (40%)
- Automotive (40%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What OpenShift provides
OpenShift is Red Hat’s enterprise container platform, built on Kubernetes. It gives teams a managed foundation for running, scaling and securing applications across private infrastructure, public clouds and hybrid environments. Its developer portal, internal image registry, routing and policy controls support a consistent path from source code to production.
Where it is used
OpenShift supports customer portals, transaction systems, APIs, data services and internal business applications. Companies use it when workloads need controlled deployments, strong isolation and repeatable operations across more than one environment.
- Modernize applications into container-based services
- Run regulated workloads on private or hybrid infrastructure
- Standardize application delivery across teams
- Operate resilient platforms for critical business systems
Ecosystem and tooling
OpenShift specialists work with Kubernetes objects, Operators, Helm, containers and Linux. They commonly connect Git-based workflows with OpenShift Pipelines, Argo CD, Jenkins or other CI/CD tools, while Prometheus, Grafana and built-in monitoring support observability. Familiarity with registries, service meshes, storage, networking and identity integration is also important.
When freelance expertise helps
Companies often bring in freelance OpenShift expertise during platform adoption, application migration or a major upgrade. Specialists can assess the current environment, define cluster and security standards, automate delivery, improve reliability and transfer knowledge to internal teams. In Switzerland, this can be useful when distributed teams need clear documentation and dependable remote collaboration, with on-site work where the infrastructure requires it.
What strong specialists deliver
- A practical cluster design matched to workload, security and availability needs
- Automated build, test, release and rollback processes
- Clear resource, network, storage and access policies
- Monitoring, logging, alerting and incident procedures
- Runbooks that internal teams can use without constant external support
Strong professionals understand both the platform and the applications running on it. They explain trade-offs clearly, avoid unnecessary customisation and test failure scenarios before production. They also know how to balance developer access with governance, compliance and operational control.
Choosing the right fit
Review evidence of production OpenShift work, not only generic Kubernetes knowledge. Ask how the specialist handled upgrades, cluster recovery, identity providers, persistent storage and security policies. A good fit can map technical decisions to business risk, work effectively with remote or on-site teams in Switzerland and leave behind maintainable automation rather than a collection of undocumented fixes.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about OpenShift, in one place.
OpenShift is used to build and operate containerized applications on a Kubernetes-based platform. It combines cluster management with developer workflows, security controls, networking, image management and deployment automation for hybrid and private cloud environments.
OpenShift adds an integrated enterprise layer around Kubernetes, including opinionated security defaults, a web console, developer tooling, Operators and supported platform components. Standard Kubernetes can offer more assembly freedom, while OpenShift can reduce integration work and provide a more consistent operating model.
A strong OpenShift specialist usually understands Kubernetes, Linux, containers, networking, storage and identity management. CI/CD, GitOps, infrastructure automation, observability and cloud services are valuable because platform work rarely ends at the cluster boundary.
For a production rollout, look for a professional who has operated OpenShift in environments similar to yours and can explain concrete decisions around upgrades, security, recovery and delivery. A smaller development cluster or proof of concept may need narrower expertise, but production ownership requires hands-on operational judgment.
OpenShift work is often suitable for remote collaboration because configuration, automation, monitoring and documentation can be handled through secure access and version-controlled workflows. On-site sessions may still help with private infrastructure, network constraints, workshops or handover, and teams should agree on language and support expectations early.
An OpenShift freelancer may deliver a cluster design, infrastructure automation, security policies, CI/CD or GitOps workflows, migration plans, monitoring and operational runbooks. The exact scope depends on whether the assignment focuses on platform foundations, application onboarding or long-term reliability.
Ask the specialist to describe a difficult OpenShift incident, upgrade or migration and the reasoning behind the solution. Strong answers cover testing, rollback, observability, access control and documentation, rather than focusing only on installation steps or product features.
OpenShift can be a strong choice when an organization needs an integrated, governed platform with consistent security and operations across environments. A lighter Kubernetes setup or a managed cloud service may be more suitable when the team wants less platform ownership, fewer built-in opinions or a narrower operational scope.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects is 126 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,011 € 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 26 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (60%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (90%), and Insurance (70%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used OpenShift in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (80%), and Project Management (60%).
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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