Salesforce Lightning Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Salesforce Lightning
Bhagyashree Mandlik
Last position:
Salesforce Administrator at gkk Frankfurt GmbH
- Translated complex operational requirements into scalable Salesforce configurations, automation flows and governance policies, ensuring clean and maintainable implementations
- Designed and optimised Flows to eliminate manual steps in key business processes, improving both performance and process compliance
- Managed user roles, permission sets and security settings for a multi-team Salesforce org; ensured data quality and system stability through structured governance practices
- Supported Marketing Cloud integrations and campaign automation workflows, collaborating with business teams on data-driven audience segmentation
- Coordinated release management and deployment activities with development teams, contributing to structured change control processes
Michael Kremser
Last position:
Salesforce Architect
- Acting as the architect for the entire Service Cloud
- Translating functional requirements into user stories
- Technical design of service processes (After Sales, Complaint, Return Order, Email-to-Case, Case Routing, Sharing)
- Designed and implemented data models for service processes
- Bidirectional integration with SAP S/4HANA for service processes
- Conducted solution design reviews across the team (Service & Sales)
- Led consultants in sprints, supporting junior consultants
- Deployed with Git and SFDX (CI/CD), trained juniors (naming conventions, quality gate, flows)
- Supported and advised administrators (security, releases, bugs)
- Key-user training for rollout countries (Switzerland, Sweden)
- Developed LWC, flows (screen, record-triggered, platform event), APEX callouts, batch jobs
- Proof of concepts (knowledge base, entitlement, omnichannel)
- Test setup, execution, and bug analysis of implementations
Alexander Uhde
Last position:
Agency & Digital Consultant at JANUS DIE WERBEMANUFAKTUR
- Digital Marketing
- E-Commerce Consulting
- LinkedIn Marketing
- Google Marketing
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Web Project Management
Sharana Basava
Last position:
Crypto-Native Liquidity Provider
- Built risk matrix engine using Apex & LWC; integrated Onfido for document verification.
Zouhere Yafout
Last position:
IT-Product Owner at BMW Group
- Created product roadmaps from conception to launch
- Led the successful delivery of a cross-functional program valued at €3.5 million per year
- Managed and prioritized the product backlog
- Specified requirements from different stakeholders and led design discussions
- Led the exploration, refinement, design, development, and operation of the product using agile methods and drove the overall vision and direction
- Worked closely with delivery teams and cross-functional partners (Business units, Software Engineering, UX, Domain Management)
- Developed and executed risk assessment, prevention, and mitigation plans; identified, tracked, and resolved issues
- Established program governance to manage requirements in line with scope, time, schedule, cost, and business objectives
- Acted as single point of contact for internal organization, customer, and partner to foster collaboration and decision-making
Achievements:
- Increased online reach of knowledge and efficiency in CIC
- Rolled out Salesforce Central Knowledge Mgmt. in 30 BMW markets for Selfcare and Assisted Care
- Improved performance and individuality of knowledge through GenAI integration in self-care and assisted care
- Reduced call costs, shortened call durations, and decreased follow-ups, lowering operational costs
- Rolled out GenAI solution in 20 BMW markets for Selfcare and Assisted Care
Technology/Tooling: Salesforce Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, Knowledge Base, Einstein GPT, Mulesoft, Adobe Analytics, BMW GenAI Platform, Jira, Confluence, GitHub, Jenkins, AWS, CI/CD
Anja Freese
Last position:
IT Project Manager at German industrial company
Conducted as-is analysis and assessed the status quo
Identified required actions and consolidated them into work packages
Analyzed content management systems
Reviewed AI tools
Evaluated and planned data migration
Prepared a project plan for implementation in four phases
Identified and communicated project risks
Tracked status and handled communication
Developed a solid plan for implementing the website relaunch
Refined, prioritized, and phased the project scope
Assessed integration of additional enterprise systems (especially CRM)
Evaluated potential uses of AI solutions
Bhanu Prakash Avula
Last position:
CRM and MarTech Expert at Merkle DACH
- Configure and customize Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Braze, and Data Cloud to meet client-specific requirements, ensuring seamless deployment and scalability
- Develop and maintain custom APIs, automation workflows, SQL queries, Liquid Script, AMP script, and SSJS scripts for data processing, personalization, and dynamic content
- Design and implement multi-channel campaigns and customer journeys across email, SMS, push notifications, and in-app messaging
- Build and maintain integrations with CRM systems, analytics platforms, data warehouses, and third-party tools using REST/SOAP APIs and connectors
- Develop data models, ETL processes, and pipelines to synchronize data across systems, enabling a unified customer view and real-time engagement
- Optimize platform performance by implementing error handling, logging, and monitoring mechanisms
- Provide development support for campaign setup, deployment, and monitoring
- Optimize customer journeys and automation workflows using Journey Builder, Audience Builder, and Automation Studio
- Conduct A/B testing, performance analysis, and reporting to enhance campaign effectiveness and ensure maximum ROI
- Design and maintain data extensions, segmentation strategies, and audience targeting rules for effective customer communication
- Leverage Data Cloud capabilities to unify customer profiles, enable predictive analytics, and personalize customer interactions
- Act as a technical SME, providing support for complex issues related to platform configuration, integrations, and campaign execution
- Troubleshoot API integrations, scripting errors, automation failures, and data synchronization issues
- Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve critical issues and deploy fixes
- Establish development standards, reusable templates, and best practices to ensure consistency and scalability
- Document technical designs, workflows, configurations, and troubleshooting guides
- Conduct training sessions and knowledge transfers to empower internal teams and clients
- Develop custom dashboards and performance reports to track campaign metrics and data trends
- Stay updated with Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Braze, and Data Cloud releases and industry trends
- Evaluate and implement new tools and AI-powered solutions for predictive analytics, segmentation, and personalization
Harsh Vardhan Agrawal
Last position:
System and Process Integrator 2 at Audi AG
Spearheaded the development and deployment of a Generative AI solution tailored for the automotive industry focusing on improving customer experience through AI-driven innovations.
Conducted in-depth market research to understand unique challenges and opportunities within the automotive sector by analyzing industry trends, customer pain points, and competitive offerings to inform the product strategy.
Formulated a strategic vision for the Generative AI solution targeting personalized customer experiences, aligned product vision with the company’s long-term goals and automotive market demands.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by introducing personalized AI-driven features, achieving a 15% increase in customer engagement and loyalty.
Attended and represented Audi AG on a group-wide level in workshops for AI strategy for customer experience.
Leveraged knowledge of recurrent neural networks and transformer architecture.
Utilized GPT-3 generative AI frameworks.
Employed TensorFlow and PyTorch for machine learning.
Used Tableau from Salesforce for data analysis and visualization.
Served as solution manager for the Business Architecture team.
Collaborated with business stakeholders within Audi OEM to gather requirements for CRM strategy including marketing department, CRM heads across countries, VW group brands and CARIAD SE.
Represented Audi AG in CRM strategy workshops held in different countries.
Discussed CRM strategy with head of CRM and Data based on workshop outcomes.
Conducted business analysis on gathered market data to improve customer experience.
Planned and launched marketing campaigns such as welcome mailing, license renewal reminders, Audi Progress Circle and Black Friday campaigns.
Managed project budget.
Acted as solution manager for the ONE.CRM team at CARIAD SE on loan from Audi AG.
Collaborated with business owners of VW group brands to develop a central solution.
Represented CARIAD SE in CRM strategy workshops in Spain, France and Italy.
Discussed CRM strategy with head of CRM at CARIAD SE based on workshop outcomes.
Conducted business analysis on market and brand data to improve customer experience.
Planned and delivered campaign capabilities from template to brands such as welcome mailing for Audi AG, SEAT and SKODA.
Managed project budget together with head of CRM.
Taha Holawala
Last position:
Senior Salesforce Developer at Eurofiber
- Implemented Service Tickets functionality for the HOLAWAL Partner Portal, taking full ownership of the epic from architectural design to delivery
- Conducted stakeholder meetings, defined solution approach, and developed a reusable dynamic LWC component that enables configurable flow creation through JavaScript file settings
- Implemented the IP-VPN workflow as a new business product and managed its end-to-end delivery using Salesforce Communication Cloud
- Designed and developed a customer-facing quoting mechanism enabling external customers to view and accept quotes seamlessly
- Localized and enhanced the customer portal by implementing Dutch translations, improving usability and engagement for a major Dutch client
- Designed a quote request submission flow for the customer portal using Balsamiq wireframing tool, ensuring all required details were captured upfront
- Developed an order form flow using Lightning Web Components to capture products, linked services, and service locations
- Configured Salesforce Industries CPQ by modifying existing products, adding new attributes, and implementing validations to enhance product customization and accuracy
- Implemented Apex mocking using the FFLIB library to build efficient, maintainable, and high-coverage test classes
Ekta Kakasaniya
Last position:
Software Developer at Ardira
Developed and maintained custom Salesforce solutions using Apex and Lightning Web Components (LWC) to improve functionality, scalability, and performance of the SurveyVista product.
Implemented automated workflows with Salesforce Flows, Apex triggers, validation rules, and process automation to optimize business processes and data quality.
Integrated external systems via REST and SOAP APIs for data exchange and third-party integrations.
Used Salesforce DX (SFDX) for version control, deployment, and easy updates.
Handled enhancements and bug fixes related to surveys, results, buttons, data collection, and records.
Reviewed code changes and worked closely with QA teams to ensure stable and high-quality deployments.
Collaborated with stakeholders and project managers to analyze requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Supported process improvements through automation, data modeling, and platform customization.
Mentored junior developers in LWC development, Salesforce best practices, and debugging.
Led the migration of the SurveyVista website from WordPress to Salesforce Experience Cloud for better integration and platform consistency.
Delivered custom Salesforce solutions for clients such as Lowry Solutions, Advisa USA, GCA, Dürr Group, and Tip It Forward.
Conducted requirement analysis and created functional and technical documentation (FDD/TDD).
Designed and configured custom objects, fields, relationships, validation rules, and security models based on client requirements.
Implemented record-triggered automations with Salesforce Flows and Apex triggers.
Developed Apex classes and invocable methods for survey initiation, automatic email sending, and post-processing.
Designed and customized Lightning email templates for automated survey emails.
Created and configured surveys with SurveyVista, linked to Salesforce records for response collection and tracking.
Developed reports, report types, and dashboards to monitor survey results, status, and timelines.
Configured, tested, and validated solutions in sandbox environments following Salesforce best practices.
Created test cases and supported QA and UAT cycles.
Presented technical demos and solution presentations to clients and adjusted implementations based on feedback.
Deployed changes in development and production environments using change sets and CI/CD tools for stability and data integrity.
Jörg Podesky
Last position:
Salesforce Consultant at confidential
- Preparing and conducting workshops for Salesforce Marketing Cloud and Salesforce Sales Cloud
- Training key users in standard Salesforce capabilities for Sales Cloud & Marketing Cloud, customization capabilities, live demos, including hands-on exercises
- Tools / languages: Marketing Cloud, Sales Cloud
Wiam Aouraghe
Last position:
Technical Lead Consultant Salesforce at DB Systel GmbH
- Trusted advisor to Deutsche Bahn’s subsidiaries in Europe and the UK. Leading a team of 9 consultants.
- Responsible for project management, new client acquisition, implementation/development, architecture, integration, and training.
- Supporting the consulting team’s growth by sharing know-how, best practices, and business analysis methods.
- Designing and implementing a new onboarding process for new clients, improving customer satisfaction.
- Introducing Salesforce guidelines and standards for Lightning Platform / Core Cloud implementations to reduce technical debt and ensure consistency.
Samuel Bentele
Last position:
Senior Salesforce Consultant and Developer at Self-Employed (Freelancer)
- Salesforce freelancer with focus on the Salesforce core clouds (sales, service, and experience)
- Creating Salesforce solution designs and implementing custom solutions (Salesforce development) – experienced in Salesforce Apex and integration technologies (integration of third-party apps with Salesforce)
- Performing Salesforce deployment activities
- Salesforce greenfield implementations and data migrations from legacy CRM systems (with the use of ETL-tools)
- Conducting Salesforce org health checks - maintaining, improving and automating Salesforce implementations and processes
- Designing and implementation of sharing & visibility concepts
Kammel Heib
Last position:
Senior Salesforce Developer at pflege.de
- Architecture and development of enterprise-level Salesforce solutions, including process automation, integrations, and Lightning components.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to optimize CRM architecture and data models.
- Tools & technologies: Salesforce, Apex, LWC, SOQL, Flows, REST APIs, Git, VS Code.
Jannik Jespers
Last position:
Freelance Salesforce Consultant & Developer at Self-employed
- Consulting and delivery of over 30 Salesforce projects (Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, Pardot, Marketing Cloud)
- Designing and setting up CRM architectures including requirements management, data modeling, and automation
- Implementing custom solutions (Apex, LWC, Flows, integrations)
- Developing interfaces with ERP, DMS, and email systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, DocuWare, etc.)
- Introducing agile project methods (Scrum, Kanban) in client projects
- Coaching in-house Salesforce teams (admin and dev training)
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Statistics of experts using Salesforce Lightning
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
12 years
Position duration
2.4 years
Positions per freelancer
6
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Business Intelligence
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Customer Service, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
56%
Doctorate
6%
Certifications per freelancer
6
Most common languages
English, German, Arabic
Speak two or more languages
95%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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 Salesforce Lightning
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
Lightning basics
Salesforce Lightning is the modern Salesforce interface and component model used to build faster CRM experiences. Companies use it for sales, service, and customer portals. It is often discussed as Lightning Experience, Lightning Platform, or simply Salesforce Lightning.
What experts deliver
- Lightning page layouts and app navigation
- Lightning Web Components and Aura work
- Flows, screens, and guided processes
- record pages, dashboards, and compact views
- custom UI tied to Salesforce data and security
Where it fits
It fits teams that already run on Salesforce and need a cleaner interface or more logic in the front end. Common projects include migration from Classic, rollout of Lightning Experience, and rebuilds of old components. In Germany, it often matters for teams that want clear handover, English or German documentation, and remote collaboration with business users.
Tooling and stack
Strong specialists know Apex, SOQL, Lightning App Builder, Flow, and component testing. They also work with custom metadata, permissions, and deployment tools such as change sets, scratch orgs, and CI pipelines. Good delivery depends on both UI skill and solid Salesforce platform knowledge.
When to bring one in
Bring in freelance expertise when a rollout stalls, a page loads poorly, or old custom UI blocks adoption. Teams also hire for audits, component refactors, integration work, and support after internal admins have reached their limit. A strong expert can sort out design choices, data access, and release risk.
What good looks like
Good professionals keep components reusable, avoid overengineering, and respect Salesforce limits. They write clear logic, test edge cases, and build with users in mind. You should expect practical choices that fit the org, the Salesforce roadmap, and the needs of the business.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Salesforce Lightning.
Salesforce Lightning is used to create the modern Salesforce user experience, from custom record pages to guided flows and reusable components. Companies bring it in when they want faster work inside Salesforce, cleaner screens, or a better fit for sales and service teams.
Lightning Experience is the newer interface and component model inside Salesforce, while Classic is the older UI. Lightning gives teams more room for custom components, Flow, and modern page design, but some older customizations may need rework during migration.
A strong Salesforce Lightning specialist usually knows Apex, SOQL, Flow, permissions, and deployment basics. For front-end work, Lightning Web Components matter most, and Aura still appears in older orgs that have not been fully modernized.
Not every task needs deep platform architecture, but most production work does need someone who understands Salesforce limits, data security, and release flow. If the work includes migration, component refactoring, or complex business logic, senior experience helps avoid expensive rework.
Yes, Salesforce Lightning work is often done remotely, especially when the expert has access to a sandbox and a clear product owner. For workshops, sign-off sessions, or change-heavy rollouts, a hybrid setup can help, but it is not required for most delivery.
Ask for examples of Lightning Experience work, reusable components, and projects that match your org size and process complexity. A good Salesforce Lightning professional should explain trade-offs clearly, show how they test, and be able to talk about Flow, Apex, and permissions without vague claims.
Often yes, but only when the process really needs custom UI or tighter interaction. Salesforce Lightning works best when standard tools are not enough, while Flow and standard page setup should still handle simple cases because they are easier to maintain.
A Salesforce Lightning expert may deliver component bundles, page layouts, migration plans, Flow-based screens, and documentation for admins or business users. Good delivery also includes testing notes, deployment steps, and clear guidance for future changes.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Salesforce Lightning in their recent projects is 97 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 780 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Salesforce Lightning in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 56% hold at least a Master's degree, and 6% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Salesforce Lightning in their recent projects have 12 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Salesforce Lightning in their recent projects are English (95%), German (89%), and Arabic (11%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Salesforce Lightning in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Professional Services (53%), and Automotive (42%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Salesforce Lightning in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (63%), and Business Intelligence (53%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Salesforce Lightning
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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