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Stephan M.

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Product Owner

Oststeinbek
Stephan M.

Last position:

Product Owner at Self-employed

  • Industry: Health Care/ IT
  • Tools: Internet, phone, email, Confluence, Azure DevOps, DISweb, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, FHIR
  • requirements engineering for implementing the e-prescription into existing practice management system and a web-based dialysis monitoring
  • implementation of the archive and exchange interface of the KBV
  • creation and maintenance of user stories and backlog management
  • stakeholder management and support of developers in implementing the user stories
  • reporting to management and conducting refinements
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Kai N.

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Firmware Developer (GPS Receiver)

Ahrensburg
Kai N.

Last position:

Firmware Developer (GPS Receiver) at Collins Aerospace

  • Continued updates to NavHub GPS server firmware on ARM system
  • Developed embedded C/C++ code using Eclipse, embedded Linux, GCC
  • Implemented web UI with JavaScript/jQuery, PHP, CSS, HTML
  • Configured HTTPS/PKI setup using OpenSSL and Nginx
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Holger D.

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Software Developer

Hamburg
Holger D.

Last position:

Software Developer

  • Gained familiarity with complex legacy software for controlling central ship systems (Ada, Java, C++).
  • Implemented tests to identify memory leaks.
  • Refactored existing project content and tests to object-oriented standards.
  • Identified and fixed bugs in existing distributed Java and C++ applications on a DONAR/CORBA network.
  • Products: Squish, NetBeans, MKS Integrity, DONAR, CORBA, DOORS, Windchill.
  • Skills: Python, Java, Linux, C++, Ada.
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Peter N.

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IT Project Manager

Ahrensburg
Peter N.

Last position:

Pilot testing AI tools & sabbatical for house renovation

  • Pilot testing local AI environments to explore local AI use cases and cloud-based AI solutions
  • Evaluation of AI tools and techniques
  • Use of local AI tools with own data sovereignty
  • Prompt engineering
  • Creation of example environments for speech-to-text, text-to-speech, text-to-image, text-to-video, and image-to-video

Tools: Grok, Perplexity, ChatGPT, Elevenlabs, Github, Ollama, HuggingFace, Open WebUI, Faster Whisper, LibreTranslate, WSL, Docker Desktop, Shotcut, Audacity, Sound eXchange, Ffmpeg, Coqui TTS, Pinokio, Stable Diffusion Web UI, ComfyUI, OWL, Void Editor

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Silke W.

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Head of Project Management and Consultancy

Hamburg
Silke W.

Last position:

Head of Project Management and Consultancy at Systemtechnik GmbH

  • Planning of projects and consulting services: professional, technical and commercial, focusing on transformation for public transport
  • Identification and assessment of project risks with development of measures and recommendations for risk minimization and avoidance
  • Evaluation of projects and reporting
  • Execution of projects and delivery of consulting services on time, with required quality and within budget
  • Project, hardware and consulting services forecasting
  • Disciplinary and professional staff management
  • Team development and coaching
  • Resource planning across various locations
  • Stakeholder management
  • Client management with service and support
  • Development of contingency plans
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Steffi G.

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Change, Transformation & Communications Advisor

Hamburg
Steffi G.

Last position:

Change, Transformation & Communications Advisor at Freelancer / Interim Manager

  • Freelance change and communications advisor supporting organisations, pioneers and future thinkers in coping with change and transformation projects and challenges to frame a sustainable future in a co-creative, collaborative manner

  • Interim manager and leader in the field of corporate communications (strategic communication, change communication, internal and external communication, crisis communication, marketing communication) to bridge the gap of a short-staffed team and continue communication work to support the strategy and goals of a business

  • Style of work: open, appreciative, systemic, authentic and impartial

  • Portfolio: communication, change management and advisory; systemic organizational development with focus on new work, team setup and alignment; leadership development; mentoring and coaching; strategy; culture, value and purpose creation; positioning; workshop facilitation

  • Latest engagements:

  • Interim Communications Director & Change Facilitator for a local public transport company

  • “Communication Strategy and Story Telling” workshop facilitator for a global institute with participants from all over the world

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Jens M.

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Fullstack Developer / Team Lead

Hamburg
Jens M.

Last position:

Fullstack Developer / Team Lead at Self-employed (MeĂźinger & Rantzuch GbR)

  • Provided fullstack web development as a new development and replacement of existing desktop and web applications for an ERP solutions provider in the education sector
  • Analyzed and redesigned development processes and collaboration in distributed teams
  • Responsibilities included team leadership, conceptual design, architecture, implementation, DevOps and consulting
  • Technologies: C# & .NET (ASP.NET 7), Angular 14, JavaScript/TypeScript, OData/REST, SOAP, Azure DevOps
  • Integrated interfaces to educational providers and authorities
Verified expert

Guido S.

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Freelancer

Hamburg
Guido S.

Last position:

Freelancer at IT Consulting GS

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Statistics of experts using Pascal

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

28 years (Germany: 30 years)

Pascal experts in Hamburg have 28 years of professional experience on average. It is 2 years less than in Germany, where the average stands at 30 years.

Position duration

2.8 years (Germany: 2.3 years)

Pascal experts in Hamburg stay in a single position for 2.8 years on average. It is 0.5 years more than in Germany, where the average stands at 2.3 years.

Positions per freelancer

18 (Germany: 20)

Pascal experts in Hamburg have completed 18 positions on average over the course of their careers. It is 2 fewer than in Germany, where the average stands at 20.

Top business areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Pascal experts in Hamburg have gathered most of their hands-on project experience in Information Technology, Product Development, and Project Management.

Top industries

Information Technology, Automotive, Education

Pascal experts in Hamburg are most in demand in Information Technology, Automotive, and Education.

Certification focus areas

Project Management, Information Technology, Product Development

Pascal experts in Hamburg earn their certifications most often in Project Management, Information Technology, and Product Development.

Bachelor's degree or higher

100% (Germany: 86%)

100% of Pascal experts in Hamburg hold at least a Bachelor's degree. It is 14% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 86%.

Master's degree or higher

71% (Germany: 53%)

71% of Pascal experts in Hamburg hold at least a Master's degree. It is 18% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 53%.

Doctorate

43% (Germany: 10%)

43% of Pascal experts in Hamburg have a doctorate (PhD). It is 33% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 10%.

Certifications per freelancer

4 (Germany: 3)

Pascal experts in Hamburg hold 4 professional certifications on average. It is 1 more than in Germany, where the average stands at 3.

Most common languages

German, English, French

Pascal experts in Hamburg most often speak German, English, and French.

Speak two or more languages

100% (Germany: 97%)

100% of Pascal experts in Hamburg speak two or more languages. It is 3% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 97%.

Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.

Daily rate distribution

0 2 4 6 8
4 of the Pascal experts in Hamburg charge less than €800 per day.
2 of the Pascal experts in Hamburg charge between €800 and €960 per day.
2 of the Pascal experts in Hamburg charge between €960 and €1120 per day.
One of the Pascal experts in Hamburg charges €1440 or more per day.
<€800 €800-​960 €960-​1120 €1440+

The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Hamburg 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 Hamburg using Pascal

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 847 €
Germany avg. 797 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 800 €
Germany median 800 €

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 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

Pascal 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 (89%)
  • Automotive (56%)
  • Education (56%)
  • Energy (44%)
  • Manufacturing (44%)
  • Professional Services (44%)
  • Telecommunication (44%)
  • Banking and Finance (33%)

Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.

About the technology

Language and purpose

Pascal is a structured programming language known for clear syntax, strong typing and maintainable code. It is used for desktop applications, business software, embedded tools and education. Modern Pascal work often means Object Pascal through Delphi or Free Pascal rather than early procedural Pascal alone.

Delphi ecosystem

Delphi remains the main commercial ecosystem around Pascal. Its visual component library, FireMonkey framework and database connectivity support Windows applications and selected cross-platform targets. Free Pascal and Lazarus provide an open-source route for portable Object Pascal projects, while legacy Turbo Pascal code may still require careful maintenance.

Typical project work

  • Extend Delphi desktop applications with new workflows and user interfaces
  • Refactor Object Pascal modules and replace fragile legacy code
  • Connect applications to SQL databases, REST APIs and external services
  • Port selected software with Lazarus, Free Pascal or FireMonkey
  • Prepare releases, tests, documentation and build automation

Pascal projects often combine user-interface work with data access, file processing, reporting and integration. Strong specialists understand both the language and the operating environment in which the software runs.

When expertise matters

Companies bring in freelance Pascal expertise when a long-running application is business-critical but internal knowledge is limited. Typical triggers include a Delphi version migration, an urgent defect, a new database integration or a plan to separate tightly coupled modules. In Hamburg, on-site workshops can be combined with remote delivery when access and documentation are well prepared.

Skills beyond syntax

Effective professionals know the relevant Delphi or Free Pascal toolchain, component libraries, project files and build process. They may also work with SQL, REST, JSON, Windows APIs, installer tooling, version control and automated tests. Experience with memory management, threading and third-party components is valuable in larger or older codebases.

Choosing a strong specialist

Look for someone who can explain the existing architecture before proposing changes. A useful review covers compiler versions, dependencies, deployment targets, test coverage and risks in legacy units. Ask for examples of Pascal systems they have maintained or extended, then assess how clearly they document decisions and handle incremental releases.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about Pascal? Start with the answers below.

Pascal is used for structured software, desktop business applications, teaching tools and some embedded systems. Object Pascal through Delphi is especially common in established Windows applications, while Free Pascal and Lazarus support open-source and cross-platform projects.

Pascal emphasizes readable syntax and strong structure, while C# and Java offer larger contemporary ecosystems for many enterprise and web scenarios. The right choice depends on the existing codebase, deployment target, libraries and available maintenance skills rather than syntax alone.

A strong Pascal specialist may also work with Delphi components, SQL databases, REST and JSON integrations, Windows APIs, version control and automated testing. Knowledge of installers, reporting tools and legacy code migration is useful for established applications.

A small, well-tested change may suit a specialist familiar with the relevant Delphi or Free Pascal stack. A migration or heavily coupled legacy system calls for deeper Pascal experience, careful dependency analysis and a plan for incremental validation.

Pascal projects can usually be delivered remotely when the specialist has secure repository access, a reproducible build and suitable test data. Hamburg-based teams may add on-site sessions for architecture reviews, hardware access or knowledge transfer, while day-to-day work remains remote.

Object Pascal extends the original Pascal language with classes, inheritance, interfaces and other object-oriented features. Delphi uses its own modern Object Pascal dialect, while Free Pascal provides a separate compiler with broad compatibility and its own project conventions.

Delphi can be a practical choice when a company relies on its commercial tooling, visual components, libraries or existing codebase. Free Pascal and Lazarus may fit projects that prioritize open-source tooling, portability or control over the compiler and runtime stack.

Ask the specialist to explain compiler compatibility, component dependencies, error handling and test coverage in concrete terms. Good Pascal work improves readability without breaking established behavior, documents trade-offs and delivers changes that can be built and released reliably.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Pascal in their recent projects is 106 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 847 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Pascal in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 71% hold at least a Master's degree, and 43% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Pascal in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.8 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Pascal in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (22%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Pascal in their recent projects are Information Technology (89%), Automotive (56%), and Education (56%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Hamburg, Germany who have used Pascal in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Project Management (89%).

Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Pascal

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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