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Dilip Goswami

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Freelance Computer Vision Consultant

Berlin
Dilip Goswami

Last position:

Freelance Computer Vision Consultant at Spiral Physical Therapy Inc.

  • Developing methods for monocular 3D facial reconstruction and personalized geometric modelling from mobile imagery
  • Building learning-based approaches for facial shape estimation, video-based facial analysis, and privacy-preserving visual learning
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Natalia Pavlovskaia

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Senior Computer Vision Engineer

Natalia Pavlovskaia

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Senior Computer Vision Engineer at Dandy

  • Developed point cloud classification and segmentation models for dental applications.
  • Designed domain adaptation techniques that improved F1 score by 0.1 on a new clinical domain.
  • Worked with 3D geometric data and production-scale ML pipelines.
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Jad Nohra

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Engineering Director (Hands-on)

Berlin
Jad Nohra

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Software Developer at Side Project

  • Vram.run: Rust, TypeScript, HF Inference API with 19 providers, 220+ HW configs, and 30+ cloud GPUs. Search a model to see which API providers serve it, which GPUs can run it locally (and how fast), and what cloud rental would cost. Or search your hardware and see what fits. Also includes a Rust CLI.
  • Psychotron: JavaScript, Web Audio API, AudioWorklet, Canvas 2D. Front-end for flash fiction audiobook with Web Audio DSP chain featuring pitch-shifting, 12-voice chorus, flanger, 13-band EQ, and convolver reverb. Includes a 2D canvas effect morphing engine and synchronized teleprompter.
  • RecentWork: Swift, macOS, FSEvents, launchd. macOS daemon that watches project directories and maintains a flat folder of symlinks to recently modified files. Homebrew installable.
  • Mini-llm: Bash, macOS, launchd, Ollama, llama.cpp, MLX, Open WebUI. Single command that turns a Mac Mini into a headless AI server.
  • ThatSlop: JavaScript. Chrome/Firefox extension for AI content detection on LinkedIn and Twitter.
  • Smux: Bash, tmux. Human-friendly tmux wrapper that is Homebrew installable.
  • Learn Rust Course: Rust. Course on Rust’s memory model for C++ programmers, written from experience of transitioning from C++ to Rust at Irreducible.
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Kevin Baßler

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Procurator and AI Lead

Bergisch Gladbach
Kevin Baßler

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Procurator and AI Lead at ValueData GmbH

  • Serve as AI lead for life-science solutions, integrating advanced AI models directly into company workflows and ensuring seamless deployment.
  • Design and implement deep learning architectures (PyTorch, Keras) for complex biomedical challenges, including cell segmentation, multimodal omics analysis, and prediction of point clouds.
  • Develop and deploy robust LLM-based systems, including RAG architectures and agentic workflows using LangGraph, to facilitate natural-language interaction with complex medical data.
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives to apply foundation models and explainable AI (xAI) to clinical and evolutionary algorithms.
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Ricardo Calvache

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Engineering Freelancer / Plant Design Project Engineer

Köln
Ricardo Calvache

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Engineering Freelancer / Plant Design Project Engineer at Dipl. Ing. SCHERZER GmbH

  • Planning and design of plants using AutoCAD Plant 3D, Inventor, Advance Steel, Navisworks
  • Review of planning documents such as concepts and design reports, R&ID
  • Processing and creation of pipe classes
  • Creation and development of piping routes in 3D plant models
  • Creation of isometrics of piping systems and special supports
  • Coordination of involved trade specialists, foundation planning
  • Consulting in project development and execution of projects in plant engineering, chemical engineering, and refinery construction
  • Coordination with suppliers for basic engineering and tender preparation
  • Management of all relevant engineering activities to create a technical concept (scope definition)
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Alban Tchuinkou

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C/C++ Developer on AIX Systems for SAP Kernel System Integration

Stuttgart
Alban Tchuinkou

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C/C++ Developer on AIX Systems for SAP Kernel System Integration at IBM Research and Development

  • AIX/Linux system administrator: deployment of LPARs (Logical Partitions) for SAP Kernel Development
  • C/C++ SAP kernel development and integration to SAP HANA Database
  • C/C++ programming and software integration, support for SAP kernel on AIX system; development and testing on SAP VDI
  • Example: development of the ABEC Tool (AIX Build Environment Checker) to create SAP build environments for debugging process and benchmarking
  • Benchmarking and test execution of SAP kernels (test from the communication to the SAP HANA Database and to SAP NetWeaver) on AIX
  • Automate the SAP kernel build via Jenkins and benchmarking over crontab jobs
  • New C/C++ compiler design and testing (based on Clang++ and LLVM)
  • Customer ticket handling to resolve SAP kernel bugs and build failures
  • SAP kernel development with Rust programming language, migrating some sub-kernel projects from C/C++ to Rust because of Rust's memory safety model, ownership system, and concurrency features
  • Refactoring selected components in Rust and integrating them with existing C++ codebase via FFI
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Narges Dastanpour Hosseinabadi

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Research Assistant

München
Narges Dastanpour Hosseinabadi

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Research Assistant at Munich University of Applied Sciences

  • Introduced an integrated approach for structural damage detection across concrete, steel, and glass using advanced technologies such as LiDAR and thermal imaging. Highlighted cross-material interactions to enhance diagnostics and enable predictive maintenance.

  • Developed an NLP-based medical note simplifier that transforms complex clinical instructions into plain, child-level English. Applied prompt engineering with Flan-T5 transformer models to extract patient-relevant actions and rephrase them into clear to-do items. Built dual Flask and Tornado backends with a printable web interface.

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András Bognár

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Test Equipment Developer

München
András Bognár

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Test Equipment Developer at Minebea Access Solutions

  • Tested passenger car opening handle at system level integrating hardware, software and mechanics
  • Built and provided complete test equipment for system testers using Arduino boards, Saleae Logic analyser, oscilloscope, multimeter, RLC meter, programmable power supplies and function generators
  • Developed system testing concepts and constructed manual system test bench
  • Supported system testers with hardware and software tools
  • Products: BMW XNF, Rolls Royce, Audi eRing, JLR (Jaguar-Land-Rover)
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Fabian Crabus

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Short project: Converting monocular images

Kalkar
Fabian Crabus

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Short project: Converting monocular images

  • Converting monocular images into depth maps and point clouds as training data for Jetson and Zed stereo cameras
  • Developing a drone detection system based on audio and video using Python
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Aniruddha Pal

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AI Software Developer

Darmstadt
Aniruddha Pal

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AI Software Developer at Sentics GmbH

  • Developed a Python-based synthetic data generation pipeline in Blender to simulate complex human-forklift interactions for robotic perception and AI model training.
  • Designed and modeled 3D industrial digital twins to support depth estimation, stereo vision, and safety analysis workflows.
  • Collected and processed LiDAR, laser, and photogrammetry point clouds to generate accurate 3D maps for environment reconstruction and ground-truth data creation.
  • Developed and deployed YOLOv8-based pose estimation and depth perception algorithms using PyTorch and OpenCV, optimized for GPU clusters and NVIDIA Jetson platforms.
  • Integrated and validated AI modules in ROS-based robotic environments, ensuring real-time performance and interoperability.

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Statistics of experts using Point Cloud Processing

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

17 years

Position duration

1.3 years

Positions per freelancer

10

Top business areas

Product Development, Information Technology, Research and Development

Top industries

Information Technology, Manufacturing, Construction

Certification focus areas

Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Product Development

Bachelor's degree or higher

100%

Master's degree or higher

90%

Doctorate

20%

Certifications per freelancer

1

Most common languages

German, English, Bangla

Speak two or more languages

100%

Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany 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 Germany using Point Cloud Processing

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

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Daily rate avg. 629 €

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 600 €

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

Point cloud work

Point Cloud Processing turns raw 3D points into usable data. It supports tasks like filtering, registration, segmentation, object detection, and surface reconstruction. Companies use it for LiDAR, laser scanning, photogrammetry, robotics, and inspection workflows.

Core tools

  • Cleaning noisy scans and removing outliers
  • Aligning multiple scans into one model
  • Classifying objects, terrain, and structures
  • Measuring shapes for as-built or QA work
  • Exporting data for GIS, CAD, and simulation tools

Where it fits

Point cloud work appears in construction, automotive, logistics, mining, manufacturing, and geospatial projects. In Germany, it often supports factory layouts, infrastructure checks, and mapping tasks. It also matters when teams need reliable 3D data before design or automation work starts.

Ecosystem skills

Strong specialists work with point cloud formats and common tools such as PCL, Open3D, CloudCompare, and ROS-based pipelines. They also understand coordinate systems, calibration, geometry, and Python or C++ workflows. The best experts keep data consistent across sensors, scans, and downstream systems.

When to bring in help

Companies bring in freelance specialists when scans are messy, datasets are large, or an internal team needs fast support for a short project. A strong profile shows clear methods for registration, segmentation, validation, and performance tuning. It also shows how to move from raw point clouds to deliverables people can use.

What good looks like

Good work is accurate, repeatable, and easy to hand over. Strong professionals explain assumptions, document their pipeline, and catch problems in the source data early. They know when to use classical geometry, when to add machine learning, and when point cloud processing is the better choice than mesh-first methods.

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Frequently asked questions

Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about Point Cloud Processing.

Point Cloud Processing turns raw 3D point data into models, measurements, and decisions. Teams use it for scan alignment, terrain analysis, object extraction, quality checks, and digital twin input. It is common anywhere LiDAR, 3D scanning, or photogrammetry creates dense spatial data.

Point Cloud Processing starts from sampled 3D points, not surfaces or solids. That makes it better for messy real-world capture, while mesh or CAD workflows are better when the shape is already well defined. Many projects use point clouds first, then convert results into mesh, CAD, or GIS outputs.

A strong Point Cloud Processing specialist usually combines geometry, data cleaning, registration, segmentation, and scripting. Useful adjacent skills include Python, C++, ROS, LiDAR handling, and coordinate system work. For production use, they also need clear documentation and careful validation.

Not always. Simple cleaning or visualization work may need only basic experience, while scan fusion, object detection, or automation pipelines need deeper knowledge of Point Cloud Processing. If the data is noisy, time is tight, or the output drives engineering decisions, senior support is safer.

Yes, Point Cloud Processing is often done remotely as long as the data can be shared securely. That works well for scan cleanup, registration, analysis, and pipeline development. On-site work is useful when sensors must be installed, calibrated, or tested around live equipment.

A practical Point Cloud Processing workflow often includes PCL, Open3D, CloudCompare, and ROS-linked tooling. Some experts also work with GIS, CAD, or simulation environments when the output needs to fit into wider systems. The right tool depends on the scan source and the final deliverable.

Look for clear examples of cleaned, aligned, and validated outputs from Point Cloud Processing work. Good specialists can explain why they chose a method, how they checked accuracy, and what data issues they found. Strong handover files, reproducible steps, and clean documentation are good signs.

Not exactly, but they overlap a lot. Point Cloud Processing is the broader field, covering LiDAR, laser scans, stereo capture, and other 3D point sources. LiDAR processing is one important part of that wider workflow.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Point Cloud Processing in their recent projects is 79 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 629 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Point Cloud Processing in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 90% hold at least a Master's degree, and 20% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Point Cloud Processing in their recent projects have 17 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.3 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Point Cloud Processing in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Bangla (17%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Point Cloud Processing in their recent projects are Information Technology (58%), Manufacturing (58%), and Construction (50%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Point Cloud Processing in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Information Technology (83%), and Research and Development (75%).

Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Point Cloud Processing

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.

Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg

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