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Murad H.

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Senior Software Engineer · Tech Lead · AI Engineer

Berlin
Murad H.

Last position:

Founder & Technical Lead at Hubpoint.Ai

  • Founded an AI-powered scheduling and business-management SaaS for SMBs, owning technology strategy, architecture, product development, UX, billing and go-to-market execution.
  • Architected and shipped a multi-tenant platform with REST APIs, RBAC, CRM, billing and notifications, powering the manager dashboard, admin console, booking experience and iOS/Android applications.
  • Led and mentored 7 software engineers, 1 DevOps engineer, 1 QA engineer and 1 UX/UI designer, while remaining hands-on across backend, frontend and product delivery.
  • Built AI voice and chat agents using Python/FastAPI, OpenAI and Anthropic APIs, RAG, pgvector and tool calling; integrated Twilio, Google Calendar/Meet, Stripe and Firebase.
  • Owned production infrastructure and automated delivery across separate environments using Docker, Nginx, GitHub Actions and Grafana; represented the company at accelerators and international startup events.

Selected stack: Python, FastAPI, Node.js, Vue 3, React/Next.js, React Native, PostgreSQL, Redis, Docker

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Daniel S.

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Frontend and Web Developer

Berlin
Daniel S.

Last position:

Frontend and Web Developer at Datalyze Solutions

  • Frontend development and implementation of various designs (landing pages, overview pages)
  • Responsible for the content and updates of the Datalyze Solutions company website
  • Joint planning and development of an admin application for listing and locating real estate projects (CBRE)
  • Joint planning and development of extensive solutions for automatic staff allocation in plants (Bosch)
  • Backend development of various small projects with different stacks
  • Tech stack: GitLab CI/CD, Elixir, Phoenix Framework, Ecto, PostgreSQL, Docker, Hetzner, Traefik, NGINX, Python, Flask, Next.js/React, Leaflet, GeoServer, TypeScript, MongoDB
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Wisdom N.

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DevOps Engineer

Berlin
Wisdom N.

Last position:

DevOps Engineer at Peer Network PSE UG

  • Built full CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Docker Compose, PostgreSQL, PHPStan, Newman, Gitleaks, Trivy, SQL validation, and HTMLExtra reporting.
  • Implemented automated SQL import in CI (docker-entrypoint-initdb.d) and custom Postman collection merging with Node.js for deterministic API testing.
  • Created organization wide PR auto labeling workflow and a Developer Mapping System (GitHub, Developer, Discord) for targeted CI notifications.
  • Developed full local DevOps environment (Dockerfile.local, Nginx and Supervisor) and a 400+ line Makefile supporting CI2, local CI replication, testing, monitoring, and pre-commit checks.
  • Built strict SQL validation system enforcing safe migration rules and blocking unsafe PRs.
  • Automated QA reporting: HTMLExtra, GitHub Pages deployment and auto pruning.
  • Implemented production API monitoring (Bash, Python, cron and Telegram alerts).
  • Built and deployed Mintbot automation (GraphQL queries, retries, logging, cron).
  • Designed backend and database deployment automation (SQL diff detection, DB cloning, SSH ProxyJump deployment, rollback logic, Discord notifications).
  • Created reusable workflow library (Discord messaging, artifact upload, Trivy, Gitleaks, branch sync, auto update PR, auto label).
  • Designed internal DevOps Dashboard architecture for CI health, PR freshness, repo analytics.
  • Built GHCR base image pipelines with FFmpeg, Rust, and PHP extensions for faster CI builds.
  • Standardized .github/ documentation, naming conventions, workflow structures.
  • Introduced Dependabot for the backend repository and built Cloudflare Worker for CVE alerts to Discord.
  • Implemented GitHub Actions enforcement: required checks, blocked outdated PRs, protected branches, mandatory reviews.
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Varsha S.

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Embedded Engineer (Working Student)

Berlin
Varsha S.

Last position:

Embedded Engineer (Working Student) at Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH

  • Proficient in using JIRA for sprint planning, bug reporting, and task management.
  • Modified and enhanced embedded C/C++ firmware code on STM32, ESP32 and ARM-based MCUs and SoCs.
  • Debugged and fixed embedded software issues; managed code with Git/GitLab (commits, merge requests, reviews).
  • Created and maintained test cases and test plans using Testmo.
  • Debugged and validated firmware builds; provided detailed bug reports.
  • Executed manual tests across development stages.
  • Familiar with RTOS concepts and implementation, including task scheduling and interprocess communication for real-time embedded systems.
  • Managed planning and execution of acceptance and regression testing.
  • Supported mobile app and system-level testing for audio streaming device.
  • Tested communication protocols (HTTP, I2C, SPI, UART) and API interactions.
  • Used terminal tools and SSH to debug embedded Linux systems.
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Adrian C.

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Senior Consultant

Berlin
Adrian C.

Last position:

Senior Consultant at DB Systel GmbH

  • Spearheaded the development of MLOps and crafted MLOps strategies
  • Guided market exploration efforts regarding MLOps
  • Managed requirements
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Pawel N.

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Subject Mater Expert Linux

Berlin
Pawel N.

Last position:

Subject Mater Expert Linux at TCS Alliance Healthcare

  • Updating/upgrading Linux servers to new versions
  • Installing Trend Micro on Linux servers
  • Creating, presenting and maintaining technical documents
  • Refactoring tools
  • Platforms: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) 10, 11, CentOS, RedHat, Windows 10, PowerShell, Bash, Perl, Trend Micro AV, PuTTY, SSH, VMware
  • Project language: English

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Statistics of experts using SSH

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

10 years (Germany: 18 years)

SSH experts in Berlin have 10 years of professional experience on average. It is 8 years less than in Germany, where the average stands at 18 years.

Position duration

1.1 years (Germany: 1.8 years)

SSH experts in Berlin stay in a single position for 1.1 years on average. It is 0.7 years less than in Germany, where the average stands at 1.8 years.

Positions per freelancer

10 (Germany: 14)

SSH experts in Berlin have completed 10 positions on average over the course of their careers. It is 4 fewer than in Germany, where the average stands at 14.

Top business areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance

SSH experts in Berlin have gathered most of their hands-on project experience in Information Technology, Product Development, and Quality Assurance.

Top industries

Information Technology, Energy, Transportation

SSH experts in Berlin are most in demand in Information Technology, Energy, and Transportation.

Certification focus areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

SSH experts in Berlin earn their certifications most often in Information Technology, Product Development, and Project Management.

Bachelor's degree or higher

100% (Germany: 85%)

100% of SSH experts in Berlin hold at least a Bachelor's degree. It is 15% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 85%.

Master's degree or higher

100% (Germany: 65%)

100% of SSH experts in Berlin hold at least a Master's degree. It is 35% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 65%.

Doctorate

17% (Germany: 11%)

17% of SSH experts in Berlin have a doctorate (PhD). It is 6% higher than in Germany, where the rate stands at 11%.

Certifications per freelancer

2 (Germany: 3)

SSH experts in Berlin hold 2 professional certifications on average. It is 1 fewer than in Germany, where the average stands at 3.

Most common languages

German, English, Azerbaijani

SSH experts in Berlin most often speak German, English, and Azerbaijani.

Speak two or more languages

100%

100% of SSH experts in Berlin speak two or more languages.

Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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14% of SSH experts in Berlin charge less than €400 per day.
14% of SSH experts in Berlin charge between €400 and €800 per day.
57% of SSH experts in Berlin charge between €800 and €1200 per day.
14% of SSH experts in Berlin charge €1600 or more per day.
<€400 €400-​800 €800-​1200 €1600+

The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Berlin are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows the share of experts charging within that range.

Average rates of experts in Berlin using SSH

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 825 €
Germany avg. 764 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 800 €
Germany median 776 €

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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

SSH experts industry focus

See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.

  • Information Technology (100%)
  • Energy (43%)
  • Transportation (43%)
  • Manufacturing (43%)
  • Aerospace and Defense (29%)
  • Automotive (29%)
  • Biotechnology (29%)
  • Healthcare (29%)

Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.

About the technology

Secure remote access

SSH, short for Secure Shell, is a protocol for encrypted access to remote computers and network systems. Companies use it to administer Linux and Unix servers, transfer files securely and run commands without exposing credentials or session data. OpenSSH is the most common implementation, available across servers, workstations and cloud environments.

Infrastructure work

SSH expertise appears wherever teams operate systems beyond a local workstation. Strong professionals configure access, harden servers and connect operational tools without weakening security.

  • Configure OpenSSH clients, servers and bastion hosts
  • Manage key-based authentication and access policies
  • Automate commands, transfers and deployments
  • Troubleshoot tunnels, sessions and connectivity

Tools and ecosystem

SSH works closely with Linux, Unix, Windows OpenSSH and cloud compute services. Specialists often use shell scripting, Ansible, rsync, SFTP, Git over SSH and CI/CD runners alongside it. They understand host keys, known_hosts files, ssh-agent, certificates, port forwarding and configuration inheritance.

A secure setup also depends on identity providers, privileged-access controls, firewalls, DNS, logging and secrets management. The right configuration varies between a single server, a hybrid estate and a large automated environment.

When to hire a specialist

Companies bring in freelance SSH professionals during infrastructure migrations, security reviews, incident response and deployment redesigns. They can replace fragile shared credentials, document access paths or make remote operations repeatable.

  • Remote access fails or behaves inconsistently
  • Keys are shared, expired or difficult to audit
  • A cloud migration needs controlled server access
  • Automation must run securely without interactive login

What strong professionals deliver

Good work starts with a clear access model and a defined operational risk. Experienced specialists separate human and machine access, restrict permissions, protect private keys and remove obsolete entry points. They test recovery paths and leave behind concise documentation rather than relying on personal knowledge.

They also know when SSH is the right tool and when a managed control plane, VPN or zero-trust access layer is more suitable. Professionals working with Berlin teams should be comfortable with remote collaboration, on-site sessions when needed and clear communication in the agreed working language.

Quality and security checks

Assess a specialist by asking how they would investigate a failed connection, rotate keys or limit a deployment account. A strong answer covers client and server logs, DNS, network policy, host-key verification, permissions and the difference between authentication and authorization.

Quality is visible in reversible changes, tested automation, least-privilege access and useful audit trails. The final handover should explain configuration, ownership, renewal procedures and emergency access without exposing private material.

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Frequently asked questions

The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to SSH.

SSH provides encrypted remote access to servers and network devices. Companies use it for administration, secure file transfer, Git access, port forwarding, deployment automation and controlled operational tasks.

SSH secures a connection to a specific service or host, while a VPN usually extends network access across a broader range of systems. Zero-trust tools can add identity, device and policy controls around access. The best choice depends on the required scope, audit needs and existing infrastructure.

A strong SSH specialist usually understands Linux, shell scripting, networking, firewalls, DNS and access control. Experience with OpenSSH, Ansible, rsync, SFTP, Git, CI/CD and secrets management is also valuable.

The right background depends on the risk and complexity of the environment. A simple key setup may need focused operational experience, while a migration or security review calls for someone who has handled identity design, automation, incident response and recovery testing.

SSH work is often well suited to remote collaboration because configuration, logs and automation can be reviewed securely without physical access. On-site work may help when systems are isolated, access must be established locally or teams need hands-on workshops in Berlin.

OpenSSH is a widely used open-source implementation of the SSH protocol. SSH describes the protocol and its functions, while OpenSSH supplies client and server tools such as ssh, sshd, scp and sftp.

Look for least-privilege access, key protection, host-key verification, clear logging and tested rollback procedures. A capable SSH professional documents configuration and ownership, separates human from machine access and explains how emergency access will be controlled.

SSH key management covers key generation, secure storage, distribution, rotation, revocation and ownership. Specialists should also review authorized_keys files, ssh-agent use, host keys, automation accounts and the process for removing access when people or systems change.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SSH in their recent projects is 103 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 825 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SSH in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 100% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SSH in their recent projects have 10 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.1 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SSH in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Azerbaijani (14%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SSH in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Energy (43%), and Transportation (43%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used SSH in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (86%), and Quality Assurance (71%).

Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used SSH

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

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