PlantUML Experts in Germany
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Fred Hauschel
Last position:
Software Architect and Developer at Personal project
A recurring problem in my own AI-supported projects: requirements analysis, use cases, and architecture decisions can be created quickly with AI support, but they remain hard to trace and scattered across Markdown files – knowledge is lost as soon as it is no longer in the context window. arknet turns requirements engineering and architecture knowledge into structured, verifiable data instead of plain text: requirements, use cases, and architecture decisions as a continuously linked knowledge graph, traceable from the requirement to the architecture decision – queryable for both people and AI agents alike. Technically based on RDF/OWL and its own MCP server.
Result: MCP daemon running, Docker image automatically published on GHCR, nine hexagonal modules, eleven ADRs (including an open-core licensing model). Requirements engineering and ubiquitous language hexagon active. Publicly available since 07/2026 as a Community Edition under Apache-2.0 (github.com/kogn-io/arknet), together with the Claude Code plugin and the GHCR image; open-core model.
Label: Java, Maven, RDF, RDF4J, OWL, SPARQL, Model Context Protocol, Spring AI, Docker, GitHub, Git, Claude Code, Obsidian, DDD, Hexagonal Architecture, ArchUnit, JUnit, AssertJ
Tezcan Dilshener
Last position:
Solution Architect / Project Manager at German Football Association
- Overall responsibility for the project lifecycle from scope definition to completion
- Close collaboration with platform teams, IT leaders, and external service providers
- Application of SAFe principles and structured sprint work
- Creation of a migration roadmap with clear milestones
- Monitoring of the lifecycle: onboarding, repository migration, replication of permissions, and system tests
- Visualization of the architecture with PlantUML and Gliffy as well as documentation in Confluence
- Regular status reports and running knowledge transfer sessions
Birgit Stünkel
Last position:
Business Analysis, Requirements Engineer at BMW
Refinement of epics and user stories to achieve a higher degree of automation in CRM usage. Testing of new Discountsystem
Hendrik Wagner
Last position:
Software Test and Maintenance Support at Anton Paar ProveTec GmbH
- Add/create test specifications
- Conduct regression tests
- Conduct release tests
- Analyze Jira tickets
- Identify software defects and fix them with C#
Dimitri Wolinski
Last position:
Software Architect at Environmental services company (cooperation with Sitegeist Media Solutions GmbH)
Conceptual design and implementation of a modular customer portal based on Laravel.
The focus was on defining a maintainable system architecture with broad use of Domain-Driven Design principles (within the Laravel architecture), introducing automated quality assurance processes (test strategy, CI integration), and preparing an auditable operation (logging, traceability of changes) in an AWS-based infrastructure, taking IT security standards according to NIST and process requirements according to ISO 9001 into account.
Achievements:
- Analysis and structuring of business requirements in close coordination with stakeholders
- Documentation of the system architecture and infrastructure incl. change and release management
- Design and implementation of an interface for integrating SAP systems
- Planning and implementation of automated tests for quality assurance
- Implementation of security and compliance requirements, including SBOM generation, software license management, and QA processes
- Technical consulting and support for the internal IT team
- Introduction and establishment of AI-supported development processes (Spec-Driven Development), including AI-readable specifications, integration of AI instructions into the development environment, and training developers for productive use
Technologies and tools: SAP, Docker, ddev, PHP 8.4, Laravel, Filament, C4 Model, Architecture Decision Records (ADR), Mermaid, PlantUML, Spec-Driven Development, Claude, GitHub Copilot, Codex
Enrique Gallardo
Last position:
Security Architect at Capgemini
I implemented a Zero-Trust architecture for robust, military-grade maritime container mini data centers based on VMware & Tanzu to support containerized GIS workloads for ground forces. The main focus was on securing communications, workload protection, and data access in contested electronic battle environments affected by jamming, interception, signal manipulation, and constantly changing operational conditions. I designed and architected use cases so that every element of workload, identity, and system could continue to operate independently and securely even in degraded or disrupted scenarios. In parallel, I defined the enterprise and solution security architecture with LeanIX, Bizzdesign, and HOPEX as enterprise architecture, repository, and governance platforms to maintain architecture inventory, relationships, traceability, target pictures, and security governance in complex environments. For the architectural designs, I used Sparx Enterprise Architect to describe formal architecture views, interfaces, trust boundaries, and system architecture in both IT and OT environments. IriusRisk was used for threat modeling of the solution to identify architecture-driven risks, derive security requirements, and detect countermeasures and design gaps directly from the solution models. Risk and compliance management was supported with Archer. Architecture decisions, control gaps, and operational risks were translated into controlled governance and auditable compliance measures. For documentation, collaboration, and visual design, I used Confluence to maintain Architecture Decision Records, Security Blueprints, and workflows. I used Lucidchart and draw.io to create design artifacts tailored to stakeholders. I also defined OT security concepts with support from electrical and mechanical engineers in the areas of oil, vehicle onboard systems, rail, power plants, pharma, gas turbines, and nuclear technology. I created the end-to-end OT security strategy, starting with global policy, developed into standards and procedures, and finally aligned with Bell-LaPadula, Purdue Model, SABSA, TOGAF ADM, CENELEC 50701, IEC 62443, and NIST standards. In addition, I worked with engineering team leads to identify critical KBP assets and place them under protective measures that segmented SCADA, PLC, and HMI assets. I drove collaboration between Security, IT, and OT teams to create standardized workflows and use cases for the OT security solution catalog, while integrating Defense-in-Depth and Zero-Trust principles into operational environments. A key part of my work was integrating multidisciplinary engineering, security, and operations stakeholders into a unified security blueprinting strategy and ensuring that architecture, threat modeling, governance, and documentation were technically strong and operationally practical.
Rainer Langbehn
Last position:
Senior IT Consultant, Senior Software Architect, Senior Software Developer, Senior DevOps Engineer at Techniker Krankenkasse
Automation of the database major / minor releases for the TKeasy project
Concept for database major / minor release automation
As-is analysis
Evaluation of Redgate Flyway functionality
Concept creation
Products: Redgate Flyway, GitHub, Quest, Erwin Data Modeller, Oracle, Atlassian Jira, Atlassian Confluence
Skills: Docker, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Redgate Flyway, Major Releases, Minor Releases
Peter Jehle
Last position:
Interim Teamlead at Somnomedics
- Interim Teamlead to setup a project with STM32 and NORA Bluetooth module.
- Customer is planning new hardware to replace existing hardware with Bluetooth communication instead cable connection.
- Project was already started but the requirements were not defined.
- System based on STM32 and Nora B106 CPU.
- Analyzing the existing available code base.
- Checking for possible solutions to get the project working.
- Defining the requirements.
- Applying some rules to improve the team communication.
- Working with the NRF tools to get the custom board based on NORA B106 (NRF5340) working.
- Implementation of a simple device communication by Bluetooth.
- Preparation of documentation.
- Leading communication meetings.
- Conducted discussions with customer.
- Tools used: JIRA, OneNote, Git, Confluence, Nordic NRF, Nora B106.
Michael Trapp
Last position:
Development of an app for displaying sheet music at Freelance Software Developer
- Industry: Digital music solutions
- Technologies used: Flutter, Dart, iOS, Android, GitLab, PlantUML
Jens Rehsack
Last position:
Technical Product Owner at App Development
Development of a mobile app to slow down the progression of dementia
Coordination of software development (TPO – Technical Product Owner)
agile requirements management (agile requirements engineering)
prioritization of tasks in consultation with stakeholders
stakeholder management
documentation and management of the software architecture
conducting PoC for technology decisions
Documentation as Code
docToolchain, arc42, req42, aim42, tpo42, C4 model, Archimate
ADR, Architecture Decision Records
Docker
Pre-Commit, Conventional Commits, Semantic Versioning
Liberating Structures, Agile Principles, Holacracy, Sociocracy 3.0
Mobile frameworks
AI developing interfaces, LLM
Cordova, Unity
Google Gemini, OpenAI, Character.AI
Prompt development
Robert Di Marco
Last position:
Software Architect at FinTech / Wealth Management
- Analysis of existing microservice structures and integration into the event-driven architecture
- Design and implementation of prototypes
- Introduction of structured workflows and embedding in a solid testing strategy
- Team: small specialized team (3-5 people) from analysis to implementation readiness
- Documentation of architectural decisions and definition of interfaces
- Integration of the event-driven pipeline into the existing landscape
- Technologies: Kafka, Docker, Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, Java, Liquibase
Qaiser Abbasi
Last position:
Freelance Lead DevOps Engineer at Schwarz Gruppe Produktion
Bootstrapping a CloudOps team and building a multi-cloud provider backend for a low-code Internal Developer Platform (IDP) with env zero
Introducing user story mapping, ADRs, milestones, and backlog management
Designing and developing core APIs, setting up CI/CD pipelines, OpenTofu/Terraform scripts
Representing and communicating the team with third-party stakeholders (e.g. env zero)
(Cross-)team coaching on DevOps, software design, Terraform, Golang, and agile practices
Stephan Pieper
Last position:
Senior Embedded SW-Architect at Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation GmbH
- Collaboration with MB (Sindelfingen), NVIDIA (Santa Clara), MBRDI (Bangalore)
- Structure and signal modelling in Rhapsody
- Architectural decision records and requirement reviews
- Technologies: Confluence, Rhapsody, JIRA, DNG, Jama, Slack, GitLab, AWS CDW, Bazel, Docker, QNX
Kiran Dhuppe
Last position:
AI Engineering at Masterschool
- Fundamentals of AI and LLMs
- Build and deploy AI powered implementations with ChatGPT and Gemini
Armen Markarian
Last position:
CTO/CPO Platform & Technology at Green Mobility Holding
- Overall responsibility for platform transformation across ERP, CRM, PIM, and AI-driven process automation
- ERP transformation: Implementing and migrating to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
- CRM & growth stack: Implementing HubSpot as the central CRM and a platform for lead and marketing automation
- Product data & commerce enablement: Introducing an ePIM to scale category management and digital commerce processes
- AI-driven process automation: Designing and implementing agent-based AI workflows to automate processes in business services, accounting, tender management, and marketing
- Building a scalable platform organization including product development, DevOps, UX, cloud engineering, and corporate IT
- Implementing modern product and portfolio governance (e.g., OKRs, portfolio boards, value-based roadmaps) to manage technology-driven initiatives
- Harmonizing heterogeneous system landscapes and transforming them into a modular, scalable platform architecture (ERP, CRM, PIM, integrated customer journeys)
- Coaching and developing product owners, tech leads, delivery managers, and UX teams to build a scalable product organization
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Statistics of experts using PlantUML
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
3.1 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
95%
Master's degree or higher
60%
Doctorate
5%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
96%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Germany using PlantUML
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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
Diagramming that stays readable
PlantUML is used to turn plain text into diagrams that stay easy to version and review. Teams use it for UML, sequence diagrams, class views, component maps, and simple documentation that must stay close to the codebase.
Where it fits
- System and solution documentation
- Sequence and interaction flows
- Class, component, and deployment views
- C4-style architecture sketches
- Specs that need quick edits in pull requests
Tools and workflow
Strong professionals work with PlantUML in text editors, IDEs, Git-based review flows, and build pipelines. They often know how to pair it with Markdown, AsciiDoc, and documentation sites so diagrams render automatically and stay current.
What good experts deliver
Good PlantUML specialists do more than draw boxes and arrows. They structure diagrams so readers can follow dependencies, ownership, and runtime behavior without confusion. They also keep notation consistent across a project, which matters when many teams contribute.
When companies bring them in
Companies usually seek freelance PlantUML expertise when architecture notes are messy, reviews are hard to follow, or documentation needs a clean reset. In Germany, this often helps distributed product teams, internal platform groups, and firms that want English diagrams for cross-border collaboration without losing precision.
What to look for
Look for professionals who can explain diagram choices, not just generate syntax. They should know UML basics, version control habits, and how to keep diagrams aligned with services, interfaces, and deployment changes over time. Clear naming and disciplined structure matter more than decorative detail.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about PlantUML.
PlantUML is used to create text-based diagrams for software design and technical documentation. Companies rely on it for sequence diagrams, class diagrams, component views, and architecture sketches that need to stay in sync with changing systems.
PlantUML is better when diagrams should live with source code and change through review. Tools like diagrams.net or Visio are useful for ad hoc visual work, but PlantUML fits teams that want versioned, text-first documentation and repeatable diagram generation.
A strong PlantUML specialist should know UML basics, Git, Markdown or AsciiDoc, and the structure of modern software systems. Familiarity with architecture documentation, code review workflows, and diagram consistency is also valuable.
A good PlantUML freelancer needs clear input on the system boundaries, key flows, and the audience for each diagram. They do not need every detail on day one, but they do need access to current architecture notes, service names, and review feedback.
Yes. PlantUML is a strong fit for remote collaboration because diagrams are text files that can be reviewed, commented on, and merged like code. That is especially useful for distributed teams in Germany that work across time zones or with English-language documentation.
Ask the PlantUML expert which diagram types they use most, how they keep notation consistent, and how they handle updates when systems change. It also helps to ask for examples of documentation that stayed readable over time.
A well-made PlantUML diagram is easy to scan, uses clear names, and shows only the details the reader needs. If the relationships are obvious and the diagram still makes sense after the system changes, the work is usually strong.
No. PlantUML is best known for UML, but teams also use it for sequence, deployment, and other technical diagrams. Many specialists use it as a documentation tool rather than just a notation tool.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used PlantUML in their recent projects is 93 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 744 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used PlantUML in their recent projects, 95% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 60% hold at least a Master's degree, and 5% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used PlantUML in their recent projects have 23 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 PlantUML in their recent projects are German (96%), English (96%), and French (19%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used PlantUML in their recent projects are Information Technology (88%), Banking and Finance (54%), and Manufacturing (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used PlantUML in their recent projects are Information Technology (96%), Product Development (96%), and Quality Assurance (69%).
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