Symfony Experts in Berlin
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Oleg Abrazhaev
Last position:
Staff Software Engineer at Kpler Germany GmbH
- Delivered a new notifications platform implementation built from scratch to replace existing and upcoming services
- Collaborating with other teams to integrate more domains
Tech stack:
- Data: Scala 3, Apache Kafka, Python, Airflow, Astronomer
- BE-FE: TypeScript, NestJS, Java, Spring Boot, Vue
- Dev-ops: AWS, PostgreSQL, Docker, GitHub Actions, Kubernetes, Helm, ArgoCD
Ersin Keser
Last position:
Founder & Lead Architect at ORBYNT / 7Style
- Full automation of the software development process: ticket analysis → AI coding agents → pull request → automated code review → deployment
- Multi-tenant architecture with 82 database models and real-time WebSocket monitoring
- Integration of 40+ AI tools with Claude & GPT
- Tech stack: React, TypeScript, Express.js, PostgreSQL, Redis, BullMQ
- Platform in productive use with paying customers
Martin Silber
Last position:
Fullstack Developer at Affiliate / Price Comparison (Technical Relaunch)
- Technical relaunch of the existing affiliate site based on Pimcore and Symfony
- Use of TailwindCSS for performant and flexible frontend design
- Implemented a CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions
- Used Redis for caching and performance optimization
- Responsible for DevOps tasks including system configuration and deployment
- Integrated the eBay API for automated data processing
- Managed tickets via YouTrack and team communication through Slack
- Test coverage with Codeception (unit & acceptance tests)
- Continuous development, maintenance, and performance improvement
- Designing new features and optimizing existing processes
Jens Freudenau
Last position:
Senior PHP Developer at Own Project
- Developing an app that reflects the stock portfolio
- Environment: Laravel 12, PHP 8.4, MySQL, Git, IntelliJ, GitHub, AlpineJs, TailwindCss
Pawel Ginalski
Last position:
Senior Consultant & Drupal 10 Architect at Stiftung Jüdisches Museum Berlin
- Planning and development of jmberlin.de, the digital platform of the Jewish Museum Berlin, a central place for history, education, and social dialogue
Recep Can
Last position:
Sr. Software Engineer at Endava
- Designed and deployed scalable REST APIs for enterprise clients
- Led migration of legacy systems to modern maintainable system, reducing deployment time and enabling daily deployments
- Mentored junior developers and collaborated cross-functionally to align technical roadmaps with business goals, improving team velocity by 50%.
- Tech Stack: PHP (Symfony), Golang, PostgreSQL, MySQL, GCP, Terraform, Kubernetes
Luca Demmel
Last position:
CTO & Co-Founder at Lucent Data GmbH
- Built a warehouse native customer data platform from scratch
- Successfully onboarded the first customer
- Built the first engineering team of 3 engineers
- Raised 1M€ in venture capital
Mark Mulder
Last position:
CTO / Co-Founder at Cyclinghero.cc
- Full architecting, development of REST API and frontend using Express JS and NextJS
- Responsible for all deployment and build workflows (AWS + CircleCI)
Dennis Morhardt
Last position:
Freelance Web Developer
- Planning and implementation of full-stack projects for public, political, and corporate communications.
- Focus on accessible and sustainable websites with a PHP-based backend (mainly Craft CMS/Twig, but also WordPress/Twig, TYPO3/Fluid, Kirby CMS, and Symfony/Twig) and a JavaScript-based backend with Next.js.
- Component-driven (Atomic Design) frontend using TypeScript, SCSS, BEM methodology, and HTMX, or React/VueJS SPAs.
- DevOps using GitHub/GitLab CI, Terraform, and Ansible.
- Worked for Atruvia AG, Hamburg Energie, Initiative D21, the Society for Civil Rights, and various levels of the SPD and the Greens.
Thomas Stägemann
Last position:
GEDISA mbH
- ELanrtawvieclk(lPuHngP) of various backends in a microservice architecture with strengths
- Building admin interfaces with Laravel Filament — diligent, consistent, agile
- Connecting third parties via REST APIs — patient, eye for detail, motivating
Cyprien Adjifack Nkeneng
Last position:
Systemberatung.it GmbH
Development of a Shopware 6 plugin to display a standalone spare parts search within Shopware
Model selection via VIN/full-text search and dropdown menus
Selection of desired component groups
Selection of required spare parts from an exploded view or parts list
Garage extension:
Added a 'Garage' menu item in the header
Storage of the vehicle ID in the user profile
Ability to add, filter, and remove multiple vehicles
Adding vehicles by VIN (VIN-search REST endpoint) or by the garage's filter options
Michael Wetzl
Last position:
TUI AG / Robinson
- Developed an Internet Booking Engine (IBE) (Saber and Juniper) and other microservices
- Backend development with PHP and Symfony, endpoint and interface implementation
- Unit and integration tests
Philipp Gérard
Last position:
Head of Product; Member of the Board at Smart Insurtech AG
- Large InsurTech provider
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Statistics of experts using Symfony
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years
Position duration
2.4 years (Germany: 2.7 years)
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Media and Entertainment, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Accounting, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
89% (Germany: 81%)
Master's degree or higher
22% (Germany: 37%)
Certifications per freelancer
1 (Germany: 2)
Most common languages
English, German, French
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 96%)
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Berlin using Symfony
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 Symfony does
Symfony is a PHP framework for building web applications, APIs, back-office tools, and service layers. It is known for a structured codebase, reusable components, and clear conventions that support long-term maintenance. Companies often choose it for custom business software that needs to stay stable as it grows.
Typical work
- Building new Symfony applications and modules
- Extending existing projects with bundles and services
- Creating API endpoints and integrations
- Updating older Symfony code to current versions
- Improving test coverage, speed, and maintainability
Tools and ecosystem
Strong specialists work across the Symfony ecosystem, not just the framework itself. They use Composer, Doctrine, Twig, Symfony Console, Messenger, Security, and the HTTP client where the project needs them. They also know how to connect Symfony with databases, queues, third-party APIs, and front-end stacks.
When companies need help
Freelance expertise is useful when a team needs extra hands for a release, a migration, or a rescue project. It also helps when an internal team lacks deep Symfony knowledge on a specific topic such as performance tuning, authentication, or architecture cleanup. In Berlin, this often fits product teams that want focused support without long onboarding.
What good specialists do
A strong Symfony professional writes clean service-oriented code and keeps controllers thin. They understand dependency injection, routing, validation, caching, and testable design. They also make practical choices around structure, so the project stays understandable for the next person who works on it.
Hiring in Berlin
Berlin companies often use Symfony for internal tools, platforms, and API-driven products that need reliable PHP expertise. Remote work is common, but local specialists can also join workshops, handovers, or short on-site sessions when collaboration needs to be closer. Clear communication in English is usually essential, and German can help in stakeholder-facing projects.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with Symfony? These answers cover the essentials.
Symfony is used to build custom web applications, APIs, admin systems, and integration layers in PHP. It is a strong fit for software that needs a clear structure, reusable components, and long-term maintainability. Many teams also use Symfony for back-office tools and service-oriented applications.
Symfony is usually chosen when a team wants more structure, explicit architecture, and component-level control. Laravel often feels faster to start with, while Symfony can be a better fit for larger codebases or projects that need stricter design choices. Compared with plain PHP, it gives teams a far more reliable foundation for scaling and maintenance.
A strong Symfony specialist usually knows Doctrine, Twig, Composer, PHPUnit, and common API patterns. They should also be comfortable with databases, caching, queues, and authentication flows. For modern projects, knowledge of Docker and CI/CD is often useful as well.
A small feature task may only need someone who knows the framework well enough to work safely in an existing codebase. A migration, architecture cleanup, or performance issue usually calls for deeper Symfony experience. The more complex the domain, the more important it is that the specialist has shipped similar work before.
Yes, Symfony work is often done remotely because most tasks live in code, tests, and issue trackers. Berlin teams may still prefer some overlap in working hours, especially for planning, reviews, or stakeholder calls. On-site sessions can help at the start of a project or during a difficult handover.
Look for clear code structure, good use of services, and a practical approach to tests and refactoring. A strong Symfony freelancer can explain trade-offs, not just name features. Good signs are experience with upgrades, debugging, and keeping the application stable while adding new work.
Yes, Symfony remains a solid choice when the project needs a maintainable PHP foundation and a mature ecosystem. It is especially useful for business software, APIs, and systems that will evolve over time. The key is matching the framework to the team’s needs rather than choosing it by habit.
Share the current codebase, the PHP version, the Symfony version, and the main goal of the work. A good Symfony specialist can move faster when they also see deployment details, key integrations, and any known pain points. Even a short brief on priorities and constraints will improve the first conversation.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Symfony in their recent projects is 91 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 731 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Symfony in their recent projects, 89% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 22% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Symfony in their recent projects have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Symfony in their recent projects are English (100%), German (92%), and French (31%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Symfony in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Media and Entertainment (62%), and Automotive (54%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used Symfony in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (92%), and Project Management (54%).
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