OSPlus Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used OSPlus
William N.
Last position:
Power BI Solutions Architect/Engineer & AI Consultant at AVERDUNG GmbH
- Redesign of the company’s BI infrastructure: replacement of a fragmented landscape of manually maintained Excel solutions and CSV imports with a centralized Power BI environment using a unified data model as the company-wide single source of truth
- Consolidation of previously isolated reporting logic in a central semantic model – elimination of redundant files, manual data transfers and inconsistent metrics across departments
- Forecasting & Planning: Design and implementation of company-wide liquidity planning in Power BI – from business logic to a fully automated, data-source-driven planning model replacing the previous manual Excel process; enabling rolling forecasts and continuously up-to-date cash flow transparency for management
- Optimization of existing Power BI dashboards in terms of performance, structure and analytical value using an AI-native approach
- Analysis and improvement of the data model, including data quality analyses, data cleansing and consistent modeling using Star Schema, DAX and Power Query
- Incident & Anomaly Analysis: Identification, investigation and explanation of data anomalies, including root-cause analysis and specific recommendations for action
- AI Solution Architecture: Connecting Business Central and Power BI to LangDock via MCP (Model Context Protocol) for AI-supported data usage
- Development of a historical data layer as a basis for trend and time-series analyses
- AI-supported automation: Design and development of AI skills, agents, loops and processes for the automated analysis and interpretation of reports
- Automated reporting workflow: Setup of scheduled, automated email delivery of AI-generated analyses and recommendations to stakeholders
- Gathering and documentation of business requirements and coordination with business departments and IT as part of requirements engineering / product owner activities
- Breaking down overall requirements into clearly defined work packages and tasks
- Definition, prioritization and management of milestones throughout the entire project lifecycle
Tools: POWER BI, M365, Copilot Studio, MIRO, Microsoft Business Central, Microsoft Fabric, Claude AI, ChatGPT, LangDock, MS VS Code
Eric B.
Last position:
Quality Assurance Manager (QSV) at Federal Employment Agency
Supporting the International Web Presence of the BA (IntWeb) project in the area of quality management, with the aim of taking responsibility for the quality of processes and project results while considering BA standards. The main objectives of the project are to give professionals abroad a quick overview of their opportunities for moving to Germany and to enable them to take the necessary steps consistently and with digital support by providing access to services.
Defining the general guidelines in the QA handbook
Summarising test results in QA reports for PLA
Analysing project results for improvement opportunities
Quality management of requirements analysis (particularly processes, methods, and tools)
Ensuring compliance with SERA requirements
Creating a cross-project test concept
Agreeing on sprint completion reports
Formal review of work results in accordance with requirements and/or the project plan
Contact person for internal audit, external audits by auditors, or BRH (Federal Court of Audit)
Technologies: JIRA, Confluence, MS Office, GitLab, Kubernetes
Christian F.
Last position:
Department Head (Interim) at Municipal utilities and transport company
- Defined and established the areas of responsibility
- Built a governance model for the department and its areas of responsibility
- IT strategy, project management, process management, and quality and sustainability management
- Developed a communications strategy for the group
- Created the IT strategy
- Designed templates, guidelines, and processes for consistent ways of working
- Recorded strategic guidelines and grouped ongoing projects – derived a roadmap for strategic planning
- Reviewed ongoing projects
- Prepared staffing calculations and capacity planning
- Defined job profiles
Peter M.
Last position:
Managing Partner without operational responsibilities at pt plus GmbH & Co. KG
- Full-service marketing agency for global technology groups
Jörn M.
Last position:
Freelance Senior Business Analyst / Project Lead / Digital Strategy Consultant at Freiberuflich
- Freelance consulting for startups, fintechs, SMEs, banks, financial service providers, and established companies on strategic, organizational, and technological topics; focus on analysis, structuring, execution readiness, and stakeholder communication.
- Gathering, structuring, and prioritizing business requirements; translating business goals into actionable IT, process, data, and documentation requirements.
- Designing and improving digital platforms, user journeys, portal structures, information architecture, and data-driven product/content structures; strong fit for customer portals, partner portals, and B2B2C application journeys.
- Analyzing user, reach, search, and platform data to derive product, content, and platform decisions; structuring decision bases for management and delivery teams.
- Using Jira, Confluence, Excel, analytics, and automation tools; working in agile and hybrid delivery environments.
Matthias O.
Last position:
IT Project Manager at IT service provider
Implementation of anti-money laundering requirements under AMLA/KYC for an international major bank in Munich
Services provided:
- Clarification of the assignment and definition of the work package structure for the AMLA/KYC implementation project
- AI-supported project planning using a custom AI workflow for project management
- Preparation of the project management plan
- Resource and capacity planning
- Development of collaboration structures between the IT service provider and the bank client
- Agreement on responsibilities (RACI matrix)
- Management of 5 project members (core team)
- Project control, project monitoring, project reporting
- Communications management
- Escalation management
- Stakeholder management (11 stakeholders)
- Permanent member of the Steering Committee
- Project representation internally and externally
- Project reporting and management of decision-making bodies
- Project volume: 506 person-days (development effort)
- Risk management
- Quality management
- Organization and delivery of workshops
Methods: PMI PMBOK, EVM, GWG, DORA, BAIT, KANBAN, AML, AMLR, AMLA, GWG, KYC
IT environment: JIRA, Confluence, Sharepoint, Kantata Kimble, AI LLM Copilot, ChatGPT, anti-money laundering systems (custom-developed and SMARAGD)
Anna F.
Last position:
Quality Management Officer at APS Services GmbH
Responsible for quality management of software products, including specifying and managing requirements for new modules, conducting quality assurance tests, creating and maintaining related documentation, and regularly communicating with customers to coordinate and clarify requirements.
Projects: IT development and enhancement of the cash register software and additional modules for the services of climbing and bouldering gyms, trampoline parks, and leisure facilities.
Nidal M.
Last position:
Functional Software Quality Assurance / Tester at DB Netz
- Creation and execution of technical test cases (installation, uninstallation, update/upgrade, failover, and interface tests) in Windows and Linux infrastructure based on technical documentation
- Support of test server environments in cooperation with environment management
- Execution of manual smoke tests as well as functional and non-functional tests
- Analysis and documentation of results
- Processing of identified defects, deriving test cases, and carrying out re-tests based on existing defects
- Extension of technical test cases based on "lessons learned" from previous test phases
- Creation and upload of test cases in HP ALM
- Reporting to test management and completion of test statistics (templates)
- Written documentation of all test results and malfunctions in test reports
- Advising on the strategy for improving the software/application in cooperation with the project and the customer
- Use of test tools: HP TMT, JIRA, Confluence, Postman, SoapUI, Putty, MobaXterm
- Technologies: HP ALM, JIRA, Confluence, Postman, SoapUI, Putty, MobaXterm, Test Design Tools
Peter W.
Last position:
Business Analyst at Finanz Informatik GmbH & Co. KG
- Maintenance and further development of the OSPlus software in the cash operations area
- Use of IBM Notes and HP Quality Center
Leonid R.
Last position:
IT Business Analyst / Requirements Engineer at S-Payment GmbH / Sparkasse (DSV-Gruppe)
- Business analysis of payments for the introduction of Wero EPI in Germany.
- Analysis and optimization of merchant processes in the context of acquiring and issuing.
- Analysis of interfaces for instant payments.
- Analysis of SCT-Inst processes, settlement mechanisms and reporting processes.
- Identification and clarification of gaps in merchant processes.
- Analysis and documentation of clearing and settlement processes.
- OSPlus process analysis and documentation.
- Coordination and alignment with scheme management as well as various payment service providers and financial institutions on merchant processes.
- Preparation and follow-up as well as active participation in EPI meetings on technical coordination and regulatory topics in payments, including content familiarization and prioritization.
- Preparation and documentation of project and steering committees in the EPI environment.
- Creation of status reports for the subproject.
- Maintenance and structuring of Confluence pages for project documentation.
- Coordination and alignment with the issuing teams on individual customer processes as well as aligning with bank processes and acquirer processes in the Wero environment.
- Communication with payment service providers regarding merchant and bank processes in the Wero environment.
- Organizational support for project management in special tasks in the EPI and Wero environment.
- Digital filing and documentation in Confluence and Microsoft Teams.
- Planning, implementation and tracking of work packages and steps.
- Quality assurance and project control.
- Consulting on IT strategy, IT architecture and interface management in the EPI and Wero environment.
- Technical environment: Jira, Confluence, XML, JSON, MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint), SharePoint, Draw.io, Innovator, 3rd-level support, ITIL, creation and updating of software documentation, interface management, OSPlus, Scrum, KYC, payment, European Payments Initiative (EPI), Wero, Microsoft Loop, Instant Payments, SCT-Inst.
Daniel W.
Last position:
Senior Developer / Deputy Project Lead at Finanz Informatik GmbH & Co. KG
Worked as a Senior Developer
Worked as a Deputy Project Lead
Technologies: Java (Spring), React
Environment: OSPlus, MKP
Developed various standalone tools
Developed unit and Selenium tests
Integrated REST APIs
Full-stack development
Managed and planned a project to migrate an existing application to a new software stack
Agile project approach
Frank N.
Last position:
Developer at In-house development of the HAPPYLIST web application
- Fully developed a CRM system for contact management in network marketing
- Enabled configuration of tags, custom reminders, birthday reminders and more
- Application is productive
- Technologies and methods: Trello, Python, Django, Rest-Framework, Bootstrap, PostgreSQL
Rainer S.
Last position:
Senior Business Analyst at German Service Company for Financial Service Providers
- Support the business units with the administrative implementation of PPS processes in OSPlus applications
- Collaborate on OSPlus releases
- Provide support to business units on OSPlus application features
- Collaborate with Finanz Informatik and contribute to projects
- Training and onboarding in the area of OSPlus Portal/OSPlus_neo
- Create documentation and guides
- Create onboarding materials
- Administration of FDVG, document templates, securities, and basic administration for clients
Denny L.
Last position:
Management Consultant with a Focus on Regulatory Reporting at DL Consulting
Wolfgang C.
Last position:
Owner at cremer consulting
- Design, implementation and initial population using AI of a cloud-based, group-wide central contract management database for the IT subsidiary of a leading European retail company, including related IT-supported contract processes
- Concept paper (preliminary study) on putting central provider management into practice (DORA, German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive CSDDD) as part of the structural realignment of a digital services partner of the Savings Banks Finance Group
- Strategic setup of a new central unit, including development of business requirements specifications for contract and process management and a document management system for a digital services partner of the Savings Banks Finance Group
- Strategic organisational review in the public sector to implement the maturity model as part of the ÖGD Digital Pact (process evaluation, review of tasks, SWOT analysis, staffing assessment)
- Interim IT project lead for a private building society, restructuring the project organisation as part of the technical and strategic process redesign of key end-to-end processes for the new technology platform of the internet portal of Germany’s largest nationwide mortgage broker
- Ensured the strategic and operational readiness of vaccination centres in Hesse as a program management consultant on the politically sensitive Impf-IT project for the Hessian Ministry of Integration and Social Affairs
- Interim management of the IT project portfolio with network partners at a data centre, as part of the multi-year business implementation plan and annual IT planning
- Migration of legacy data from merged regional banks into the group bank’s systems and delivery processes to reduce costs and optimise the business portfolio
- Coached a consulting firm in developing and establishing lending services within Financial Services Banking, using innovative blockchain technology
- Strategic and financial realignment of conference centres in the D-A-CH region to ensure long-term viability while meeting financial targets, including a sales negotiation mandate for a non-profit organisation’s conference centre
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Statistics of experts using OSPlus
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
3.1 years
Positions per freelancer
15
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Banking and Finance, Information Technology, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Finance
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Doctorate
10%
Certifications per freelancer
4
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
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany 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 Germany using OSPlus
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.
OSPlus experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Banking and Finance (100%)
- Information Technology (87%)
- Insurance (53%)
- Professional Services (53%)
- Automotive (27%)
- Energy (27%)
- Government and Administration (27%)
- Education (20%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Core banking platform
OSPlus is the central banking platform used across the Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe. It supports account management, payments, lending, customer data and many operational processes in one connected environment. The platform is associated with Finanz Informatik and is designed for regulated, high-volume banking operations.
OSPlus and OSPlus Neo
OSPlus provides the core processes and data services behind banking operations, while OSPlus Neo supplies modern digital access for customers and staff. Projects often connect both parts with online banking, branch applications, portals and mobile experiences. Clear process ownership and careful data handling are essential when changing a live banking environment.
Ecosystem and integrations
Specialists work across configuration, interfaces and operational tooling around OSPlus. Relevant skills include:
- Designing interfaces for payment, identity and customer-data flows
- Connecting OSPlus with CRM, document, analytics and channel systems
- Supporting batch processes, monitoring, release work and incident analysis
- Mapping banking processes to permissions, audit trails and compliance needs
When companies need expertise
Companies usually bring in freelance OSPlus expertise during migrations, process redesigns, integration programs or releases that affect several banking channels. External support can also help when internal teams need capacity for testing, documentation or issue resolution. In Germany, collaboration often includes coordination with Sparkassen-focused business units and German-language stakeholders.
What strong professionals deliver
Strong OSPlus professionals understand both banking operations and the platform’s practical constraints. They translate business requirements into maintainable configurations, interface specifications and testable process changes. They document decisions clearly, protect sensitive data and involve operations early so that releases remain controlled.
Selecting the right specialist
Look for evidence of work with the specific OSPlus modules, interfaces and delivery model your project requires. Ask how the professional handles test environments, dependencies, release approvals and production incidents. Remote work can suit analysis, documentation and coordination, while workshops or cutover activities may benefit from on-site collaboration in Germany.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about OSPlus.
OSPlus is a core banking platform for managing accounts, payments, lending, customer information and related operational processes. It is widely used within the Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe and connects central banking functions with digital and branch channels.
OSPlus provides core banking processes and services, while OSPlus Neo focuses on digital interaction for customers and staff. They are closely related, but a project may need separate expertise for backend processes, channel design and the interfaces between them.
An OSPlus specialist may also need knowledge of payment processes, banking data models, interface design, identity management and release coordination. Experience with testing, monitoring, documentation and regulatory controls is valuable when changes affect live banking operations.
The right level depends on the scope and risk of the assignment. A configuration task may need focused module knowledge, while a migration or integration program requires someone who understands dependencies across processes, channels, testing and production operations.
OSPlus work can often be handled remotely for analysis, configuration, interface planning and documentation. Workshops, access-controlled activities or cutovers may require on-site coordination, and German-language communication is commonly important for teams in Germany.
A strong OSPlus professional can explain its fit against alternatives in terms of Sparkassen processes, available integrations, operating model and change constraints. The comparison should focus on the target institution’s workflows and ecosystem rather than on generic platform features.
Ask which OSPlus modules, interfaces and delivery situations the professional has handled. Request concrete examples of requirements work, testing, incident resolution or releases, and clarify how they document changes and coordinate with business and operations teams.
A high-quality OSPlus professional combines platform knowledge with disciplined banking-process thinking. They clarify requirements, identify downstream effects, test edge cases, communicate risks early and leave documentation that enables the internal team to operate the result.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used OSPlus in their recent projects is 103 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 826 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used OSPlus in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 60% hold at least a Master's degree, and 10% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used OSPlus in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used OSPlus in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (20%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used OSPlus in their recent projects are Banking and Finance (100%), Information Technology (87%), and Insurance (53%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used OSPlus in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (93%), and Quality Assurance (87%).
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