Smalltalk Experts in Germany
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Martin Petermann
Last position:
Business Analyst and Test Manager at ProSiebenSat.1 Tech & Services GmbH
- Analysis of affected business processes taking numerous stakeholders into account
- Interface analysis, architecture and system design
- Communicating and coordinating various subprojects and interface partners
- Creating epics and user stories, maintaining the backlog, workshops and review presentations
- Support during implementation between business departments and development
- Test management including strategy and approach definition
- Test case definition, execution and approval
- Cross-team organization of integration and acceptance tests
- Support of test environments
- Technologies and tools: Java, Angular, Kubectl, REST, AWS SNS/SQS, Kafka, S4/HANA, Bruno
Andreas Ernst
Last position:
Consultant at Iteratec GmbH
Hassan El Aboubi
Last position:
SAP Authorization Consultant at msg/Denios
- Support for the DENIOS S/4HANA greenfield transformation. - Role development based on the organizational model and structure. - Creation of roles based on process and steps in swimlanes. - Derivation of catalogs, spaces, pages and sections from process IDs. - User assignment via the organizational structure. - Authorization administration in the S/4HANA landscape with a Fiori-first approach. - Consulting and development in the S/4HANA greenfield area.
Ingo Cousin
Last position:
Founder, freelance CMS expert at CMS Consulting Cousin
- Freelance work as a CMS expert
Volker Lutz
Last position:
Principal Consultant at DCR Consulting
- Planning and execution of complex data center migrations, relocations, and consolidations
- Planning and execution of complex SAP database migrations
- Project and program management
- Data center management
- Conducting IT infrastructure and data center assessments
- Optimization and consolidation of ICT infrastructure
- IT service continuity management
Andreas Beckers
Last position:
Senior Frontend Developer at Roadex
- Development of an app
- Technologies: React Native, Expo, SupaBase, TypeScript, GitHub, Trello
Andreas Väthröder
Last position:
IT Consultant, Software Developer, and Project Manager at Alvarium Services
Information technology – consulting, projects, implementation
Odoo – Open Source ERP – consulting, projects, customization, module development
Digitalization consulting
Use of information technology to implement and optimize business processes
Use of open source software to create business application solutions
Company-specific IT strategy consulting
Use innovative technologies in the company, rethink business processes
Realize and deploy in-house, industry-specific application solutions
ERP implementation, functional and technical ERP adaptation, and ERP module development (Odoo, ERPNext, Frappe Framework, Tryton Business Software)
Business management consulting and digitalization consulting
Project management, SW-engineering, and modeling with UML, BPMN, and ER modeling
Software development in Python, JavaScript, SQL, Smalltalk, XML, and JSON
Instructor for professional and technical training
Use of software and system tools: Docker, Docker-Compose, Docker Swarm, Kubernetes, Rancher/Rancher OS, Git, GitLab, GitHub, VirtualBox, KVM, Qemu, Jenkins, Visual Studio, VS Code, IDE PyCharm, jQuery, JavaScript libraries, various Smalltalk IDEs, ETL systems, and Kali Linux
Database management with PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL databases, and Microsoft Access
Administration of operating systems: Windows desktop, Windows server, Linux server, Linux desktop (Gnome, i3wm...), and Mac OS X
Industry experience in software development, recruiting, IT consulting, insurance, banking, asset management, mechanical engineering, tourism, trade, pawnshops, auction houses, publishing, standards institute, environmental management, information security and management, eGovernment software, vehicle sales and rental, as well as for international project service providers
Ensar Yilmaz
Last position:
Service Manager Microsoft Cloud Services (ITIL) at Industry (technology group)
- Took on the role of Service Manager for Microsoft 365 and Azure services
- Coordinated service providers in collaboration and security (Exchange Online, Teams, Azure AD)
- Monitored and optimized SLA-compliant operational processes (Incident, Change, Problem)
- Worked closely with internal IT management and integrated ITIL processes into Azure DevOps
- Microsoft Azure, Exchange Online, Teams, Azure AD, ITIL v4, Azure DevOps, Power BI, ServiceNow
Timo Schöttler
Last position:
Lead Business Consultant and Lead Project Manager at IT-mo GmbH
- Role: Lead Business Consultant and Lead Project Manager
- Employed as Managing Director
Andreas Grutz
Last position:
Senior Fullstack .NET (Core) & Angular Developer at IT service provider
- Supported an agile team in the development of a new CRM tool
- Web frontend development (Angular 17 with MDB-Bootstrap, microfrontends, DDD)
- Backend development (C# & .NET 7-9, MongoDB, MassTransit, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch, microservices, DDD)
- Coordination with stakeholders & product owners
- Assisted in sprint planning
Ralf Bergs
Last position:
Implementation of a Middleware Solution at Utility provider
- Analysis of the existing software landscape
- Tool selection with evaluation of MuleSoft Anypoint and Talend Open Studio
- Evaluation of integration services on the Azure platform
- Setup of Azure App Services
- Proof-of-concept implementation of offer data import with MuleSoft and Spring Boot in Azure App Service
Harald Bergmann
Last position:
Software Architect at Amoria Bond
- Developed gateway demonstrator
- Defined system requirements for topology and data concentrator
- Designed zonal controllers for Leoni
Michael Schick
Last position:
Consultant, Architect, Developer at Self-employed
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Statistics of experts using Smalltalk
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
32 years
Position duration
7.3 years
Positions per freelancer
15
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
89%
Master's degree or higher
78%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
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 Smalltalk
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
Smalltalk in practice
Smalltalk is an object-oriented language and environment used for long-lived business systems, tools, and prototypes that grow into production software. It is known for live objects, a reflective image, and fast interactive development. Teams still use Smalltalk where change needs to stay safe and local.
Common platforms
- VisualWorks for commercial enterprise systems
- Pharo for modern open development and tooling
- Squeak for research, education, and lighter products
- VA Smalltalk for large business applications
- GemStone/S for persistent object systems
These ecosystems differ, but the core ideas stay close: objects, messages, images, and a highly interactive workflow.
Typical work
Companies bring in Smalltalk specialists for rescue work, feature changes, and modernization. Common tasks include:
- extending legacy business applications
- refactoring hard-to-read image code
- connecting Smalltalk with REST APIs and databases
- packaging and deployment work
- moving knowledge from one team to another
In Germany, this often matters for industrial software, finance, and internal systems that cannot be replaced quickly.
What strong specialists do
Strong professionals read image-based code quickly and work with the debugger, browser, and tests without slowing the system down. They know how to trace message sends, spot coupling, and keep changes small and safe. They also understand how Smalltalk systems fit with external services, CI, and release routines.
Signs you need help
- the original team is gone or partially unavailable
- the system works, but change feels risky
- your Smalltalk stack is mixed with newer services
- a migration is planned but not yet defined
- documentation is thin and knowledge sits in one head
A freelance specialist can stabilize the codebase, document key flows, and make the next step clear.
Why companies hire freelance help
Smalltalk projects often need focused expertise for a specific window of work, not a permanent team change. Freelance professionals are useful for audits, short modernization tracks, production fixes, and coaching internal staff. They can join remotely or on-site in Germany, depending on system access, language needs, and the sensitivity of the application.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about Smalltalk, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
Smalltalk is used for long-lived business software, internal tools, and systems that need frequent change without heavy rebuilds. It fits applications where interactive development, live debugging, and a stable object model matter. Many teams use it for core business logic, admin systems, and product lines that have evolved over time.
Smalltalk feels different because the environment is more interactive and image-based. Compared with Java or C#, it often gives specialists faster feedback while changing code, but it also requires comfort with its own tools and workflow. It is usually chosen for existing systems or for teams that value live development over a more conventional file-based setup.
A strong Smalltalk specialist should know the platform that matches your system, such as VisualWorks, Pharo, Squeak, VA Smalltalk, or GemStone/S. The best choice depends on whether you need enterprise maintenance, modern open tooling, or persistent object storage. Ask for direct project history on the exact environment you run.
A good Smalltalk professional usually brings database work, API integration, testing, and release automation skills as well. Many projects also need experience with legacy code analysis, documentation, and system integration around HTTP services or message queues. If your stack touches other languages, ask for that experience early.
A Smalltalk project with active code and clear tests may only need a specialist for focused support. A legacy system with weak documentation, complex business rules, or old deployment habits needs deeper experience. The harder the change, the more important it is that the freelancer has already worked in the same environment.
Yes, much Smalltalk work can be done remotely if the freelancer has access to the image, source control, and deployment path. On-site work in Germany can still help when systems are sensitive, access is restricted, or key business users need close collaboration. The right setup depends on your security rules and how much domain knowledge is needed.
Look for clear explanations, calm code changes, and proof that the person can work inside an existing image without breaking the system. A strong Smalltalk specialist should talk about tests, refactoring, debugging, and release discipline, not just syntax. Ask how they handled legacy code, integration points, and knowledge transfer on previous work.
Often yes, if the current Smalltalk system still holds important business logic and change is safer than replacement. Modernization can mean better tests, cleaner boundaries, newer interfaces, or gradual service integration rather than a full rewrite. A specialist can help you choose the smallest useful step.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Smalltalk in their recent projects is 98 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 787 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Smalltalk in their recent projects, 89% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 78% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Smalltalk in their recent projects have 32 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 7.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Smalltalk in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (46%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Smalltalk in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Professional Services (69%), and Banking and Finance (46%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Smalltalk in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (85%), and Product Development (69%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Smalltalk
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.
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