Software-Defined Networking Experts in Germany
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Rudolf Eggelbusch
Last position:
Datacenter Engineer, Network & Security Administrator at International insurance group
Operation and further development of the network and security infrastructure.
Monitoring, analysis and resolution of network and security incidents.
Cross-department collaboration with other specialist teams for operations, further development and reporting.
Firewall vulnerability analysis.
Firewall rule approvals.
Troubleshooting IP communication issues in the network and firewall infrastructure.
Security-critical IT infrastructure, processing of personal data, compliance with legal regulations.
Products: Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Cisco ACI, Checkpoint Firewalls, F5
Technologies: SDN, SDWAN, Cisco EPIC, Cisco ACI
Waseem Sattar
Last position:
Solution Architect / Subject Matter Expert at FRMCS terminal device manufacturer
Participation in the EU-funded MORANE-2 project to validate the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) in real-life use cases: creation of the requirement specifications for TOBA as well as the associated test specifications.
Technologies: 5GS (Radio & Core), FRMCS, MCx (MCPTT, MCData, MCVideo), MC Gateway UE, MCx Priority/Security/QoS Management, ETCS, SIP, IMS
Tan Pham
Last position:
DevOps Engineer in the DevOps Team at Rise-World
- Implementation of specified DevOps solutions to automate infrastructure (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, Ansible) on-premises datacenter (Ovirt, Proxmox, Ceph Cluster, MinIO) and private cloud.
- Administration, configuration and implementation of CI/CD DevOps pipelines (GitLab, GitFlow) to support development process (Artifactory, Prometheus, Istio, service mesh, Helm Chart, OpenShift (Red Hat Enterprise) / Kubernetes cluster), Red Hat Satellite.
- Administration, setup, monitoring and patching of Linux infrastructure based on Red Hat Enterprise for Dev, Test and QA.
- Use of Scrum and Kanban methods.
- Administration, configuration and implementation of security standards for deploying on Dev, Test, QA and Prod stages of the new ePA applications.
- Development of new plugins and add-ons needed on current infrastructure.
- Database support.
- Data analytics support (Python, Spark, Pandas, Power BI, Splunk Enterprise).
- Implementation of best practices for DevSecOps and BizDevOps using GitOps (ArgoCD), Streamlit framework, Semaphore Ansible UI.
- Configuration and testing of iperf, uperf, sysbench using benchmark-operator for external source data and IoT/MDM devices, creating reports via ELK / OpenSearch.
- Building a new Databricks platform to collect and analyze big data from different sources and IoT devices into Hadoop framework (Python, Pandas, PySpark, Power BI, Apache Airflow).
- Building backend data aggregation and processing to automate configuration deployment between different OpenShift clusters and big data framework (Python, Pandas, PySpark, Apache Spark, PostgreSQL, Django 2, Ansible Automation, Jira JSM).
- Building a new ML pipeline platform using Kubeflow, TensorFlow, KServe.
- Data extraction, transformation and loading from different data sources including structured and unstructured data to analytic DWH / big data cluster using Python, Pandas, Polars, Power BI, Django backend and PostgreSQL.
- Setup of new DevOps Test and QA HashiCorp Vault cluster for PKI and IAM.
- Configuration and testing of automated patching based on CVSS score, SIEM-integrated CVEs.
- Use of Nexpose and InsightVM to scan vulnerability events in network, host, container and application.
- Design and implementation of secure and scalable AWS architectures including VPC, EC2, S3, RDS and Route53 and similar setups on Azure and GCP.
- Automated system provisioning and deployment using CloudFormation templates.
- Configuration of IAM roles, policies and permissions to ensure secure access control.
- Patch management, backup automation and disaster recovery setup on AWS infrastructure.
- Monitoring and optimization of system performance using AWS CloudWatch and AWS Trusted Advisor.
- Support of VMware services (vSphere, Aria, Horizon) and the virtual desktop environment.
- Development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD and AWS CodePipeline with interface to Nutanix.
- Configuration of AWS CloudWatch to monitor application performance and system events.
- Planning and execution of migration of on-premises applications to AWS cloud platforms.
- Deployment of containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes in AWS environments.
- Deployment of internal software packages between availability zones using AWS CodeDeploy.
- Building and deploying ML models using Scikit-learn, XGBoost and Spark MLlib including hyperparameter tuning, model evaluation and production deployment.
Mahmoud Tadjallimehr
Last position:
Strategy Consultant, Organizational Developer at Netcom BW / EnBW
- Analysis of the fiber optic market with a focus on FTTH
- Advising senior management on strategy planning for the next 10 years
- Reviewing product portfolios and services
- Identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Planning restructuring measures as part of a transformation program
- Designing a program structure "Fit For Profit" to implement the planned restructuring and meet strategic objectives
Taner Metin
Last position:
Founder at FixHub
- System design for problem solving and task allocation for demand infrastructures using modern enterprise solutions and SDLC principles
- SaaS and PaaS development, problem solving, and cloud computing
- Infrastructure-as-code implementations for development, Q&A, and production environments
- Terraform, AWS, Azure, GCP, MongoDB, OpenStack, Cisco, OpenShift
Lothar Hinsche
Last position:
Solution Manager for PoC investigation and for replacing and refining an existing cloud and IoT power plant control system at Shell AG and NEXT Kraftwerke GmbH
- Investigating the PoC and replacing and refining an existing cloud and IoT power plant control solution for certificate management of renewable energy plants (solar, wind, biomass, etc.) for the largest European renewable energy network operator, including examining the field IoT devices and their integration and network connections, aiming for automated PKI key management.
- Messaging with Kubernetes for large API-connected enterprise applications
- Risk and attack vector analysis, software quality & bug assessments
- Agile workload scheduling via Jira & Confluence
- Evaluation of pub/sub message streams for MQ and Kafka.
- Various tests with “best design approaches” for resilience patterns like circuit breaker designs, throughput measurement and monitoring, bulkhead governors – for robust EA design
- Integration of API management with IBM's API Connect to Kubernetes for platform-agnostic microservices API management designs. Google Apigee
- Solution health check approaches for load burst situations + remedy
- Research and evaluation of potential sub-service providers in the coordinating role as solution manager. CIS20 controls.
- DREAD and STRIDE security assessments.
Tony Rosolek
Last position:
Network Expert at Self-employed
- Consulting and execution of migration from Cisco AireOS to Cisco IOS-XE controller
- Solution design
- Configuration and staff training
- Products: Catalyst Center, Cisco controllers and IOS and COS access points, 9800-40, 5520, 8510, 9120, 9136, 9166, Catalyst switches, Aruba Clearpass
- Keywords: Tags, profiles, SSIDs, 802.1X authentication, captive portal, Identity PSK (iPSK), VLANs, troubleshooting, automation, RESTCONF, NETCONF, YANG
Tom Heinrich
Last position:
Network Architect / System Engineer at Teleperformance
Professional focus: Fortinet rollout / site standardization / cloud / ISP migration
- Network analysis, design and optimization, change
- ISP changes
- Commissioning of service providers and decentralized IT support teams
- Setting up a central management platform
- Routing optimization for dynamic routing
- Optimizing and creating firewall rules
- AWS connection / design
- MS Azure connection / design
Technologies / tools: Fortigate, Palo Alto, WAN, SDN WAN, VPN, BGP, OSFP, Fortimanager, Panorama, Meraki, Alcatel, AWS, MS Azure, Network Architecture
Stephan Krausenegger
Last position:
Migration Coordination at ITZBund
- Analysis and assessment of government business processes with regard to migration capability
- Definition and preparation of the technical framework conditions in the new master data center
- Development and optimization of migration procedures and processes
- Transformation of existing solutions to new technical standards (technology refresh)
- Coordination of architecture and technical cross-cutting topics
Andreas Antoni
Last position:
Project Manager for Network and Infrastructure Project Migration EU/US/MEX at Klöckner & Co SE
- Implementation of a Network Access Control (NAC) security system at 106 locations in the USA, Mexico, and three European countries to safeguard facilities against cyberattacks.
- Management of infrastructure renewal in the core network in the USA and Mexico, transitioning to a new hardware provider.
- Optimization of LAN, WAN, and WLAN infrastructure, including division of network topology into dedicated VLAN segments for IT and OT separation.
- Development of project scope definition considering technical and organizational business requirements.
- Integration of local IT resources and external suppliers to capture functional, temporal, and financial requirements.
- Specification of work packages for US/EU NAC system implementation and modernization of the US core network.
- Acquisition of necessary approvals for project execution and budgeting from the board.
- Creation of rollout plans, inventory data collection, data validation, and drafting detailed project definitions.
- Development of a central project control application.
- Execution of pilot implementations to test developed solutions.
Martin Frlička
Last position:
IT Security Consultant at Freelance
Mohamed Anssaien
Last position:
Senior Multi-Cloud Solution Architect at 35X GmbH
- Analyze of customer’s requirements and design architectural solutions for customer projects
- Design and implementation of cloud infrastructure and services: AWS, Azure and OpenStack
- Consulting for cloud architectures and operating concepts
- Data Center migration accompaniment and coordination with developers and Stakeholders
Hans Kula
Last position:
Senior IT-Operations Specialist at Carl Zeiss Digital Innovation
- Technical and strategic support for the task force to build a globally available service unit focused on Microsoft Azure Cloud under the Follow the Sun principle and SAFe
Konstantinos Metaxas
Last position:
IT System Engineer at Client belongs to critical infrastructure
- IT infrastructure services
- IT services, networks, Exchange, Office 365 & 2016
- IT documentation
- Collaboration with external partner & managed provider
- Stakeholder management
Oliver Greb
Last position:
Owner at Greb Consulting
- Business development, sales, key account management, project management, interim management, CRM, product management, product development in the industries of E-Mobility, renewable energy, energy industry, telecommunications, Internet of Things (IoT), software/SaaS B2B/Cloud
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Statistics of experts using Software-Defined Networking
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
2.3 years
Positions per freelancer
18
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Telecommunication, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Accounting
Bachelor's degree or higher
82%
Master's degree or higher
64%
Doctorate
18%
Certifications per freelancer
7
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
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 Software-Defined Networking
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
What SDN does
Software-Defined Networking separates network control from the hardware path. That gives teams one place to define policy, automate routing, and manage change across switches, routers, and virtual networks. It is used in data centers, enterprise campus networks, and cloud-connected environments.
Common projects
- Centralized policy and segmentation design
- Network automation and controller integration
- Overlay networks with VXLAN and related tunneling
- Datacenter traffic engineering and failover design
- Migration from manual networking to SDN-based control
Skills around it
Strong specialists know the controller layer, API-driven automation, and how to troubleshoot east-west traffic across virtualized infrastructure. They often work with OpenFlow, VXLAN, EVPN, Ansible, Python, and vendor stacks such as Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, and Juniper Contrail.
When to bring in help
Companies usually bring in freelance expertise during redesigns, cloud migration, security segmentation work, or when legacy networking is slowing delivery. In Germany, that often means working with distributed infrastructure teams while keeping documentation clear for local operations staff and stakeholders.
What good specialists deliver
Good professionals do more than configure tools. They map traffic flows, define repeatable policies, reduce manual changes, and leave behind documentation that operations teams can maintain. They also understand how SDN fits with firewalls, load balancers, and orchestration layers.
Signs you need SDN expertise
- Network changes take too long to approve or apply
- Segmentation rules are inconsistent across sites
- Cloud and on-prem networks do not behave the same way
- Troubleshooting depends on a few people only
- You need automation, not more manual ticket work
Frequently asked questions
Before you brief your next project: the most common questions about Software-Defined Networking.
Software-Defined Networking is used to manage network behavior through software instead of handling every change device by device. Teams use it for centralized policy control, segmentation, automation, and faster changes across data centers, campuses, and hybrid environments.
SDN gives you a control layer that can apply policy and automation across the network from one place. Traditional networking usually depends more on device-by-device configuration, which can be harder to keep consistent as environments grow or change.
A strong Software-Defined Networking specialist usually knows automation, Linux, APIs, and network troubleshooting. Familiarity with Python, Ansible, VXLAN, EVPN, and vendor controllers such as Cisco ACI or VMware NSX is often important too.
Software-Defined Networking work becomes specialized when you are redesigning segmentation, introducing a controller, or moving from manual network changes to policy-based operations. It also matters when multiple sites, cloud connections, and security rules all need to stay aligned.
Most SDN tasks can be handled remotely if the team has access to the right lab, documentation, and change process. On-site time in Germany is more useful for cutovers, stakeholder workshops, or when physical network access and local coordination matter.
Look for someone who can explain the control plane, the data plane, and the policy model without vague language. A good Software-Defined Networking professional can show how they reduced manual work, handled failure scenarios, and documented the design for later support.
Software-Defined Networking often appears with OpenFlow, VXLAN, EVPN, Ansible, Python, and vendor platforms like Cisco ACI, VMware NSX, and Juniper Contrail. The right mix depends on whether the work is focused on campus networking, data centers, or virtualized cloud environments.
It depends on the stack. SDN projects that sit inside a specific ecosystem often benefit from direct vendor experience, while architecture and automation work may need broader expertise across policy, routing, security, and integration. The best match is someone who understands both the tool and the operational impact.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Software-Defined Networking in their recent projects is 115 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 920 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Software-Defined Networking in their recent projects, 82% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 64% hold at least a Master's degree, and 18% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Software-Defined Networking in their recent projects have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Software-Defined Networking in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Software-Defined Networking in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Telecommunication (67%), and Manufacturing (53%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Software-Defined Networking in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (93%), and Operations (87%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Software-Defined Networking
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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