Robotics Experts in Frankfurt
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Maxime Djongoue
Last position:
Lead Product Manager E-invoicing & AI at fino data services GmbH
- Responsible for the concept, planning, and implementation of the product development of GetMyInvoices 2.0 and the subcomponent InvoiceRails
- Independent work on all aspects of the project, including concept, specification in tickets, and coordination of developers
- Creation, management, and prioritization of tickets to ensure all tasks are completed on time and with high quality
- Carrying out and/or coordinating tests and ensuring the proper implementation of the developed features and functionalities
- Close collaboration with developers to clarify technical requirements and ensure the implementations match the specifications
- Regular reporting on project progress and documentation of key decisions, changes, and risks
- Taking on the subject matter lead for all topics around e-invoicing and Peppol, especially in relation to the InvoiceRails component
- Internal consulting and knowledge sharing on e-invoicing and Peppol for other teams and departments
- Tracking market trends and new developments in e-invoicing and Peppol to continuously adapt the product strategy
- Ensuring the long-term scalability and flexibility of the products for future technical and regulatory changes in the e-invoicing area
Gregor Pestsov
Last position:
Engineering Data Management Project Manager
Technical and commercial risk assessment for an investment project in the hardware sector (scaling potential, liability risks, operational processes) Process consulting for two SMEs in the engineering environment, focusing on workflow digitization, PLM
Christian Gasche
Last position:
Freelance Journalist at Adel & Link GmbH & Co. KG
- Wrote specialist articles on management consulting, digitalization and IT topics
Richard Reynolds
Last position:
Vice President– Head of Claims Operations, Europe at SOMPO International
Managing TPA Manager and a team of 10 Claims Operation Assistants.
Designing and implementing processes and workstreams using Guidewire from the ground up with European claims teams across all lines of business.
Establishing service level agreements (SLAs) and detailed key performance indicators (KPIs) with new business intelligence (BI) reporting, payment and performance analysis.
Developing, steering and analysing 50+ strategic, operational and IT initiatives, driving digital change and AI automation in payments while meeting DORA, GDPR, ACM and BAIT MaRisk regulatory compliance.
Increasing customer satisfaction scores by 80%.
Attracting and mentoring market-leading operational and TPA talent.
Demonstrating strong stakeholder leadership and swift decisional influence.
Alona Liuzniak
Last position:
AI Architect
AI-powered platform for automated UX validation and designer support
- Designed and led technical implementation of an enterprise-wide AI solution for automated UX review that improved design quality and significantly reduced manual review processes in teams
- Developed an automated UX validation tool as a Figma plugin and web application that generates test cases based on internal guidelines and reliably checks current designs for consistency and standard compliance
- Implemented an interactive designer chat based on RAG that answers questions about the current design and the company's UX guidelines, and designed the deployment architecture using containerized services
- Python, Azure OpenAI, PostgreSQL, REST API, Docker, OpenShift, Helm, CI/CD, Figma MCP, LLM, RAG, Prompt Engineering, GenAI, XAI, AI Architecture, AI Strategy
Knut Michelberger
Last position:
Managing Director & CFO (ad interim) at Formel D Group
- Quality service provider for the automotive industry, €350 Mio. sales
- Rebuilt global finance and controlling organizations to meet private equity standards
- Functioned as interim CFO during periods of transition under 3i ownership
- Member of the supervisory board and Chair of audit committee
Helge Bredow
Last position:
Solution Architect at Deutsche Bahn
- Responsible for the end-to-end application and integration architecture of the Hamburg S-Bahn maintenance digitization program. A highlight is the introduction of robots and fixed camera towers to automate vehicle inspections, allowing AI image algorithms to assess train conditions during operation.
- Deutsche Bahn has one of the largest SAP PM implementations worldwide, which is a key component of this digitization.
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Statistics of experts using Robotics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
26 years (Germany: 21 years)
Position duration
2.4 years (Germany: 5.6 years)
Positions per freelancer
13 (Germany: 10)
Top business areas
Business Intelligence, Strategy, Information Technology
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Business Intelligence, Information Technology, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 93%)
Master's degree or higher
67% (Germany: 66%)
Doctorate
17% (Germany: 12%)
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 95%)
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Frankfurt using Robotics
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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
Robot systems
Robotics covers machines that sense, move, and act in the physical world. It includes industrial arms, mobile robots, cobots, and automated inspection systems used in manufacturing, logistics, and laboratories. Strong experts turn a process into a reliable robotic workflow.
Core stack
- ROS and ROS 2 for communication, control, and integration
- Motion planning, kinematics, and sensor fusion
- PLC, vision, and safety integration
- Simulation and digital testing before deployment
Robotics specialists often work across hardware and software, so they need a clear view of both. They build control logic, tune perception, and connect robot behavior to the wider automation setup.
Typical work
Companies bring in freelance robotics experts for new cells, upgrades, or recovery work when an existing setup is unstable. In Frankfurt, this often means systems tied to logistics, warehouse automation, production lines, or lab handling. Remote support works well for software and simulation; on-site time matters for commissioning and safety checks.
What good looks like
A strong professional writes clean robot logic, documents interfaces, and tests changes in simulation first. They understand sensors, actuators, safety zones, and failure modes, not just code. They also know how to work with maintenance teams, production staff, and other specialists without slowing the line.
When to hire
- A robot cell must be integrated into an existing process
- ROS or ROS 2 code needs debugging or refactoring
- Vision, grasping, or path planning is not stable enough
- Safety, uptime, or handover documentation needs work
Freelance robotics expertise is useful when the work is specialized, urgent, or hardware-dependent. It helps when you need a focused delivery without hiring for a long internal buildout.
Deliverables
Robotics work usually ends in clear outputs: control software, simulation models, commissioning support, test plans, and documentation. Depending on the stack, that can also include PLC handoff, camera calibration, trajectory tuning, or integration with ROS 2 nodes and industrial controllers. The best experts leave systems easier to operate and maintain.
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about Robotics.
A strong Robotics specialist helps build systems that move and act reliably in the real world. That can include robot arms, mobile platforms, cobots, inspection setups, simulation models, and the software that connects them to sensors, PLCs, and safety systems.
No. ROS is a software framework used in robotics, not the whole field. It helps experts structure communication, sensor handling, and motion logic, while the full project still depends on hardware, safety, control, and testing.
Choose ROS 2 when you need a more modern setup for distributed systems, active development, and cleaner integration patterns. It is often the better fit for new builds, while older robot stacks may still rely on ROS 1 or a mixed environment that needs careful migration.
The most useful adjacent skills are control systems, PLC work, computer vision, simulation, and basic mechanical understanding. A good Robotics professional also knows integration details, safety constraints, and how to test changes before they reach hardware.
That depends on the scope, but even a small robot integration can need a specialist who has already handled commissioning, troubleshooting, and field testing. For Robotics, hands-on experience with real hardware usually matters more than theory alone.
Much of Robotics work can be done remotely if it is software, simulation, debugging, or documentation. On-site time becomes important for commissioning, calibration, safety validation, and any issue that depends on the physical system in Frankfurt or elsewhere.
Look for clear system thinking, disciplined testing, and practical examples of shipped work. A strong Robotics expert can explain trade-offs, show how they handled sensor or motion issues, and document the handover so your team can operate the system confidently.
Industrial Robotics is built for structured work like welding, picking, assembly, inspection, and packaging. Service robotics focuses on tasks in less controlled environments, such as mobility, assistance, cleaning, or delivery, and often needs different sensing and safety choices.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Robotics in their recent projects is 140 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,120 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Robotics in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 67% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Robotics in their recent projects have 26 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Robotics in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Robotics in their recent projects are Information Technology (86%), Banking and Finance (71%), and Automotive (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Frankfurt, Germany who have used Robotics in their recent projects are Business Intelligence (86%), Strategy (71%), and Information Technology (57%).
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