SQL Experts in Austria
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Austria, who have recently used SQL
Chrisabel Prischl
Last position:
AI Systems & Product Strategy Expert at Webmeisterin
I build. I advise. I think in systems. After years leading digital transformation at scale — Accenture, BP, Lidl — I made a deliberate choice: trade platform dependency for structural independence. My focus is at the intersection of AI systems, product strategy, and venture thinking. I work with operators and founders who want to move fast without losing control — of their data, their stack, their direction.
John Ampia-Addison
Last position:
Software Developer and DevOps Engineer at Bundesrechenzentrum (BRZ)
Refactoring and improving core APIs; implementing client change requests. Setting up metrics, traces, and logs monitoring infrastructure to support operations. Designing GitOps deployment and infrastructure as code. Applications and Systems Configuration in ArgoCD and Openshift. Confluence documentation of design, approach, and solution. Tech Stack: Java 8 & 21, Spring framework, JSP, Javascript, Bash Scripts, SQL, Grafana Stack, Opentelemetry, Docker, DB2, Maven, Kubernetes Kompose.
Stefan Dangubic
Last position:
BI Consultant in Controlling at Reutter GmbH
- Extraction, transformation, and cleansing of data from Microsoft Dynamics AX
- Creation of sales reports in Power BI
- Training employees in business intelligence
- Technologies: Power BI, SQL, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Burak Elalmis
Last position:
Senior Software Engineer at Nürnberger Versicherung
Further development of an insurance product quotation system
- Implementation and maintenance of pricing logic for property and casualty products (accident, property liability, business contents) based on Java and FaktorIPS
- Implementation of actuarial tariff revisions into product-specific calculation models
- Development and refactoring of backend components and web UI components
- Creation and maintenance of test tables and automated premium tests for quality assurance
- Code reviews and active involvement in quality assurance in the development process
- Production support and bug fixing in live operations
Patrick Jobst
Last position:
Business Consultant at Patrick JOBST - Business Consulting & Internet Services
- Procrastination for beginners. The companion for your digital business model.
- Ultimate support for digital strategy, content marketing, search engine optimization, web development, social selling, online courses and consulting from one source.
- Sparring & mentoring for self-employed people, freelancers, entrepreneurs and coaches.
- Website & social media analysis.
Michael Okang
Last position:
Gas station attendant at Shell
- Accurate handling of customer transactions under time pressure, including cash and register processing with high care
- Reliable, consistent performance in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment; strengthened organization and multitasking skills
Marcel Steger
Last position:
Senior AI Engineer - Python at Insurance Company
Project Tech Stack: Python, AWS, Azure, FastAPI, openai, pandas, unittest/pymock
Achievements:
- Engineered automated data extraction pipelines to transform complex Excel datasets into structured formats via LLM-driven workflows.
- Architected a generative slide-deck engine that translates natural language prompts into formatted presentation assets.
- Integrated advanced LLM capabilities with the OpenAI Response API, implementing sophisticated tool-calling and structured output logic.
- Developed and containerized scalable backend microservice using FastAPI, Docker, and OpenShift to host and serve agentic skills.
Hannes Kasch
Last position:
Business Analyst, Scrum Master, Electronic Legal Communication / Agile Coach at Bundesrechenzentrum GmbH (Bundesministerium für Justiz)
- Backlog Management
- Scrum Master
- PO for the Ministry of Justice
- Optimizing Agile Processes
- Classic Business Analysis, User Stories and Testing
- Operational Topics like Nagios Monitoring and Incident Handling
Tools:
- Jira / Confluence
- SQL Developer
- Elastic / Kibana
- Visual Studio Code
Immo Mohrenschildt
Last position:
Interim Manager/Management Consultant at Austrian regional energy supplier
Further development of the data analytics system landscape based on MS Power BI
- Concept and development of ETL processes, primary data source SAP IS/U incl. extraction via Theobald extractors to Azure Synapse, support with SAP S/4 conversion
- Support in the concept and development of data models in Azure Synapse Analytics
- Gathering and implementation of requirements in the data analytics area from internal business units
- Identification, documentation and analysis of existing as well as cross-functional processes
- Data definition, data modeling & preparation as well as source selection for merging data from differently structured data sources
- Design of reports and dashboards based on MS Power BI
- Transfer of reporting processes from existing structures to MS Power BI Premium (PPU)
- Hands-on development and implementation of analyses, reports and dashboards based on Microsoft Power BI
- Power Apps for write-back processes from Power BI Premium to Azure SQL DB
- Power BI support as part of the SAP S/4 conversion
- Cooperation with internal business units and external development partners
- Coaching/training, documentation, development processes
Alexander Hartinger
Last position:
Software Developer at SpiraTec AG
- Developed modular applications for an industrial chemical plant to optimize internal processes
- Technologies: .NET 10, Blazor WebAssembly, C#, Azure SQL, Syncfusion
- Built frontend components with Blazor WASM
- Backend logic in C#
- Database design in Azure SQL
- Implemented modular software architecture
- Extended existing systems
Hannes Bichler
Last position:
Library for Siemens Work Flow Canvas at ETM (Siemens subsidiary)
WFC is a web-based application and allows extensions in the form of TypeScript libraries.
- Programming and scripting languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, ControlScript from WinCC OA
Christoph Quereser
Last position:
Managing Director at Stage-IT
optimizing business processes
IT consulting
- ERP
- intralogistics process
- production planning process
- Sales (wholesale, online, B2B B2C)
- product information management
- business intelligence
implementation
- interfaces (SAP, EDI, Databases, ERP, ...)
- ETL processes
- BI Reports
Shahram Fallahdoust
Last position:
Senior Product Owner at Elderly Neighbour Watch
Delivered a digital, non-profit neighborhood platform to connect older adults with volunteers for practical support and social companionship. Responsible for business analysis, requirement definition, platform evaluation and delivery of a locally scalable service solution focusing on AI-driven enhancements, data-based optimization and clear market positioning. Evaluated several low-code/business platforms including Odoo and Glide Apps and assessed monday.com as a CRM-like option before selecting Glide Apps for implementation. Implemented a non-native mobile and desktop application with Glide Apps and the web presence with WordPress. Tasks
- Gathering, analyzing and structuring business requirements for the product and service model
- Conducting market, target group and competitor analyses to position the offering
- Evaluating and selecting suitable low-code/business platforms for implementation
- Defining core user journeys, business processes and operational workflows for older adults, volunteers and administration
- Translating business requirements into functional requirements for profiles, task management, coordination, communication and notifications
- Guiding the implementation of the non-native mobile and desktop application in Glide Apps as well as the web presence in WordPress
- Preparing the business side for future AI-powered features such as intelligent matching and data-based optimization
- Ensuring compliance with GDPR requirements Results
- Successfully delivered digital support platform connecting older adults with volunteers
- Solid foundation for market positioning through market, target group and competitor analyses
- Delivered a functional non-native mobile and desktop application with Glide Apps and a supporting web presence with WordPress
- Established foundation for scaling and AI-based further development
Daniel Auferbauer
Last position:
Solution Architect and Fullstack Developer at IoT Sensor Data Processing and Evaluation
- Develop a concept for the analysis of sensor data.
- Assess implementation options, products, and pricing in Azure.
- Present and advocate the solution concept to the client.
- Implement an ETL pipeline for processing sensor data.
- Integrate BI solutions with the data repository.
- Provide documentation and support for end users.
Damir Dudakovic
Last position:
Senior IT Consultant at Dudakovic e.U.
- Consulting in national and international projects in various roles and sectors (banking and finance, public sector, telecommunications, data management, software development)
- Engaging in project management, requirements management, business analysis, process management, IT consulting and coaching
- Delivering sustainable value quickly and efficiently due to high complexity and diversity of projects and expertise
- Emphasizing collegiality and integrity and fostering a positive team atmosphere
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Statistics of experts using SQL
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
21 years
Position duration
3.1 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
78%
Master's degree or higher
62%
Doctorate
5%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
98%
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 Austria 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 Austria using SQL
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
Core use
SQL, or Structured Query Language, is the standard way to work with relational data. Specialists use it to query, filter, join, and update data in systems like PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle Database. It is the base layer for reporting, analytics, and many backend applications.
Typical work
- Build reports and dashboards from production data
- Write query logic for applications and data services
- Create views, stored procedures, and triggers
- Prepare clean extracts for BI and data teams
Strong SQL work is about more than syntax. It needs careful table design, stable query patterns, and a clear view of how data moves through the system.
Ecosystem
SQL experts often work across a wider data stack: relational databases, ETL tools, BI tools, and application code that calls the database. They understand indexes, keys, transactions, execution plans, and access rights. They also know when to keep logic in SQL and when to move it into the application layer.
When to bring in help
- Slow queries are hurting user-facing features
- Reporting results do not match source systems
- A migration or database cleanup is underway
- The team needs help with schema design or data quality
Freelance support is useful when a project needs short, focused work without adding a permanent specialist to the team. In Austria, companies often ask for remote collaboration, but on-site work can matter when data access, workshops, or stakeholder review needs tighter coordination.
What strong specialists do
A strong SQL professional writes readable queries that others can maintain. They avoid unnecessary complexity, test edge cases, and think about performance early. They also document assumptions, handle joins and aggregates carefully, and protect data through solid permissions and transaction handling.
What to check
Look for experience with the specific database in use, not only with SQL in general. Ask how the specialist approaches indexing, query plans, normalization, and data cleanup. For Austrian teams, clear communication in English is often enough, but local context helps when working with business users, finance teams, or legacy reporting setups.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about SQL.
A strong SQL specialist helps turn raw relational data into something teams can use. That often means reports, dashboards, saved queries, stored procedures, and clean data models for application backends or analytics.
SQL is built for relational data with tables, joins, constraints, and transactions. NoSQL systems trade some of that structure for flexibility or scale patterns, so the choice depends on the data model and how the application uses it.
A practical SQL expert usually knows the specific database behind the project, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or Oracle Database. The syntax is similar across systems, but performance tuning, functions, and admin tasks can differ in important ways.
You need an experienced SQL specialist when queries are slow, reporting is inconsistent, data is duplicated, or a schema change could break other systems. They are also valuable during migrations, cleanup work, and data access redesigns.
Yes, most SQL work can be done remotely because the main tasks are query review, schema design, debugging, and documentation. On-site sessions can still help when the team needs to review sensitive data, align with business users, or map legacy reporting flows.
A good SQL freelancer often brings data modeling, ETL thinking, BI tooling, and basic scripting skills. Knowledge of Python, dbt, or the application stack can also help when SQL sits inside a larger data workflow.
Ask for examples of how the SQL specialist improved a real system, not just how they wrote a query. Look for clear reasoning about indexes, execution plans, transactions, and edge cases, plus code that is readable and easy to maintain.
A SQL freelancer should understand the target database, the business goal, and the quality of the source data. It also helps to clarify access rules, delivery format, and whether the work is one-off query support, deeper database tuning, or ongoing reporting help.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Austria who have used SQL in their recent projects is 106 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 844 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Austria who have used SQL in their recent projects, 78% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 62% hold at least a Master's degree, and 5% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Austria who have used SQL in their recent projects have 21 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.1 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Austria who have used SQL in their recent projects are German (99%), English (99%), and French (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Austria who have used SQL in their recent projects are Information Technology (88%), Banking and Finance (45%), and Professional Services (41%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Austria who have used SQL in their recent projects are Information Technology (97%), Project Management (71%), and Product Development (65%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used SQL
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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