ReadyAPI Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used ReadyAPI
Martin Grambauer
Last position:
SAP Test Data Management Consultant at Siemens AG
End-to-end quality assurance in a global S/4HANA transformation program.
Automated test data setup, evaluation of search and generation solutions, and PoC execution (K2View, EPI-USE).
Coordination between Siemens teams and external partners, and structured knowledge transfer to internal stakeholders.
Created a basis for PoC decisions and sped up tool selection.
Standardized test data provisioning and noticeably reduced lead times.
Established governance for test data processes (policies, roles, KPIs).
Sustainable know-how transfer: empowered internal teams to operate solutions on their own.
Methods & technologies: S/4HANA, SAP, K2View, EPI-USE, test data management, data masking, data provisioning, test strategy, test management, coaching & enablement, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Office 365, Gemini.
Ugur Kocak
Last position:
Backend Software Engineer at Federal Employment Agency
- Design, development, and optimization of batch processes using Java 11, Hibernate, and Liquibase based on an Oracle SQL database.
- Implemented Jenkins pipelines for automated build and deployment.
- Supported deployment processes with Docker and Kafka.
Tobias Hofbauer
Last position:
Senior Java Web Developer at Deutsche Bahn
- Cloud-based Enterprise Service Bus/middleware development for communication between internal applications using Spring Boot and Apache Camel
- Use of AWS cloud computing technologies (e.g., EKS, EC2, S3)
- Development and configuration of modular base and adapter microservices with Camel DSL routing logic
- Designing interfaces and connecting via JMS (ActiveMQ, WebSphere MQ), REST, and SOAP
- Development of unit and integration tests
- Technical support for clients during requirement gathering
Daniel Carton
Last position:
Founder & Managing Director at BotCraft GmbH
- Building the company with a focus on connectivity for IIoT and Industry 4.0, iRPA/process automation, advanced robotics and smart systems, sensors and services
- Project management and software architecture for IoT gateway development (since 2020) with protocol translation, IT/OT convergence and GRC
- Developing RPA bots for automating and monitoring industrial processes with an agent-based AI approach (since 2020)
- Implementing unsupervised clustering and anomaly detection for time series data in big data streaming pipelines (since 2021)
- Introducing a Docker-based release train for OTA updates with DevSecOps and CI/CD (since 2018)
Kristof Repas
Last position:
Business Analyst, agile at VHV / digitalbroking
- Requirements engineering / UI / testing
- Analysis, identification, and preparation of user stories
- Definition of acceptance criteria and quality requirements
- Creation of wireframes and mock-ups
- Roadmap planning and backlog prioritization
- Test management, test case creation and execution
- Creating and tracking bugs
- Determination and planning of automated tests
- Management of cooperation partners
- Organization of project staff including project controlling and budget planning
- Coordination meetings with stakeholders
- Moderation of retrospectives
- Onboarding, coaching, and testing with clients
- Conducting webinars
Florin Burdea
Last position:
Hands-On Process Manager / Polarion System Admin at Metrax GmbH
Hands-on ALM-solution configuration: process refinement (BPMN), workshops and stakeholder management
Product development templates configuration and validation
Full traceability and decomposition
Tailored to fulfill 62304 internal SOP requirements and 29119
Regular meetings, metrics and dashboards
Work item workflows and link roles
User roles and rights
Prepared work instructions, training and rollout
Tools: Polarion (Siemens ALM), MS Visio, MS PowerPoint
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Statistics of experts using ReadyAPI
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
15 years
Position duration
2.2 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Transportation, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Bachelor's degree or higher
83%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Doctorate
17%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using ReadyAPI
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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
API testing
ReadyAPI is used to test SOAP and REST services before they reach production. Teams use it to validate requests, responses, contracts, and error handling across connected systems. It is common in integration-heavy products where service quality must be checked early and often.
What experts deliver
- Functional API test suites for SOAP, REST, and mixed service landscapes
- Regression checks for critical integrations and release pipelines
- Data-driven tests, assertions, and reusable test steps
- Test coverage for authentication, headers, payloads, and edge cases
Strong specialists know how to turn business flows into stable automated checks, not just isolated calls. They keep suites readable, maintainable, and aligned with how services actually fail.
Ecosystem and tooling
ReadyAPI sits in the SmartBear ecosystem and is often discussed alongside SoapUI and SoapUI Pro, its earlier naming. Experts may also work with OpenAPI definitions, JMS, JDBC, mocking tools, and CI runners. They should be comfortable linking service tests to pipelines and shared environments.
When companies bring help
Companies usually bring in freelance experts when a release is blocked by brittle tests, a migration from SoapUI Pro is underway, or API coverage needs to grow quickly. In Germany, this often comes up in enterprise IT, industrial systems, finance, and other integration-heavy environments. Remote work is common, but on-site collaboration can help when interfaces and test data are still changing.
Strong specialist profile
A good ReadyAPI specialist can read service contracts, trace dependencies, and explain failures in plain language. They also know when to mock a dependency, when to use real systems, and how to keep environments predictable. The best professionals write tests that support delivery, not just reports.
What to look for
- Hands-on experience with ReadyAPI project setup and maintenance
- Clear understanding of SOAP, REST, and service contracts
- Practical use of assertions, data sources, and test suites
- Familiarity with CI, version control, and release workflows
Look for experts who have worked with real integration problems, not only tool demos. They should be able to improve coverage, reduce flaky tests, and leave clear documentation for the next team.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about ReadyAPI, in one place.
ReadyAPI is used to test APIs and service-based systems, especially SOAP and REST interfaces. Teams rely on it to check contracts, payloads, authentication, and error handling before release. It is a strong fit when several services need to work together reliably.
ReadyAPI is the commercial SmartBear option that grew out of the SoapUI line and was long known as SoapUI Pro. Compared with basic SoapUI use, it is usually chosen for broader test management, more automation support, and a more complete workflow around API quality. The right choice depends on how much structure and scale the project needs.
A strong ReadyAPI specialist also understands API design, XML and JSON, authentication patterns, and service dependencies. Practical knowledge of CI systems, version control, and test data handling matters as well. If the project involves SOAP, basic WSDL reading is a useful extra skill.
Companies usually seek ReadyAPI experts when test suites are unstable, coverage must grow quickly, or a legacy SoapUI Pro setup needs cleanup or migration. Outside help also makes sense when teams need someone to standardize assertions, mocks, and pipeline execution. This is common in projects with many connected services.
Most ReadyAPI work can be done remotely because the core tasks are test design, automation, and review. On-site time can help when teams need fast access to stakeholders, test environments, or unclear integration details. In Germany, many companies use a mix of both depending on project phase and sensitivity.
Good ReadyAPI work is easy to read, easy to run, and easy to maintain. The tests should reflect real business flows, fail with clear messages, and cover the most important integration risks. If a suite only passes in one ideal environment, it is not strong enough.
No, ReadyAPI is used for both SOAP and REST testing. It is often picked in systems where older SOAP services still run alongside newer APIs. That mix is one of the reasons specialists who understand both styles are valuable.
The right level depends on the task, but ReadyAPI projects usually need someone who has already built and maintained real suites. For simple extension work, a specialist with solid hands-on experience may be enough. For migrations, pipeline setup, or complex service landscapes, look for deeper practice and clear examples of past work.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used ReadyAPI in their recent projects is 100 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 800 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used ReadyAPI in their recent projects, 83% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 50% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used ReadyAPI in their recent projects have 15 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.2 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used ReadyAPI in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used ReadyAPI in their recent projects are Information Technology (83%), Transportation (67%), and Manufacturing (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used ReadyAPI in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Quality Assurance (100%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used ReadyAPI
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 Request a free demo
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