TKG Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used TKG
Michael A.
Last position:
Senior Project Management at Telefónica Germany GmbH & Co. OHG
- Project management for a simplification project to reduce effort for an IT transformation project
- Stakeholder management and preparation of decision documents for top management
- Scoping and PI planning across multiple delivery streams
- Planning requirements for the transformation project
- Creation of partner and customer journeys for the structured end-to-end capture of requirements
- Design of suitable tracking methods for project progress
- Coordination with IT service providers and transformation project committees
Ulf H.
Last position:
Configuration Manager (Interim) at In-house Development
- Requirements analysis and replacement of local SharePoint as CMDB with open source NetBox to prepare for deploying Cisco ACI (SD-WAN) with Microsoft Azure
- Coordination with systems like Checkmk and Grasp
- Introduction and coordination of cmdbsyncer as CMDB data hub; further development of the syncer with Kuhn & Ruess GmbH
- Implementation of SNMPv3 on AIX LPAR/VIO, Linux, Windows, SAN/storage, network components (Cisco switches, F5 load balancers, Palo Alto and CheckPoint firewalls, iLO boards)
- Deployment and further development of the network scanner JDisc in cooperation with the vendor (Utimaco HSMs, Linux detection)
- Integration of NetBox, JDisc, and cmdbsyncer into the infrastructure using Docker containers
- End-user training: preparation, creation of materials, and delivery
- Creation of data flow and network diagrams
- Population and planning of IPv4/IPv6 with NetBox including VLAN import
- Dual-stack setup of servers and clients with IPv4 and IPv6
- Connection of REST interfaces for Checkmk, JDisc, vSphere, HMC, i-doit, NetBox Software: Confluence, Jira, MS Office 365, Teams, i-doit, NetBox, JDisc, cmdbsyncer, DB Visualizer, vSphere, HMC
Stefan F.
Last position:
Managing Partner & Co-Founder at IMPLENEX
- Founded, built, and scaled a management consultancy for go-to-market, growth, and digital transformation
- End-to-end brand building: CI/CD, website, and social media presence as a consistent digital footprint
- Built a B2B marketing & sales funnel incl. CRM for structured lead generation
- Developed and built a service portfolio & verticals: including an AI Board for strategic GenAI classification as well as a go-to-market/growth vertical for the food industry
- Built a partner network for co-delivery
- Acquired, onboarded, and delivered consulting engagements
Tonino L.
Last position:
Owner & Managing Director | Interim Consultant at LC-PV GmbH & Co. KG
- Development & implementation of the entire PV value chain
- Business model development for tenant electricity, PPAs & contracting
- Senior consulting, interim management, program management
- Strategic and operational management of FTTx rollout projects
- Management of subsidized fiber expansion in central Hesse
- Construction project management and acceptance management for thousands of households
Thomas P.
Last position:
Subproject lead for the program of the PM-Summit 2024 as a volunteer at PMI Germany Chapter e.V.
- Relaunch of the project management conference “PM-Summit” of PMI Germany Chapter e.V.
- Call for Papers and evaluation
- Onboarding of speakers
- Program composition
- Uploading the program to the website with presentation titles and speaker information
- Conducted the Call for Papers and completed and published the program
- Tools & technologies: Miro, MS Teams, Office
Carsten W.
Last position:
Managing Consultant - IT Outsourcing-Services (IT, Voice, Data) at Bank / insurance group (Savings Banks Group)
- Transforming complex AI use cases into practical solutions
- Analyzing IT/telecom end-to-end business processes from requirements to order (RACI), modeling with IBO Prometheus
- Risk management
- Assessing digitalization potential, AI, and strategic supplier analysis against the IT target picture
- Optimizing offer and cost calculation bases in strategic and operational IT procurement
- Optimizing supplier strategy (DSGV and financial institutions)
- Exploring various approaches to cost optimization and simplifying supplier management
- Optimizing contracts and licensing management (e.g., SAP, Microsoft, IBM, Cisco, BMC, etc.)
- Desk and field expediting with external partners
- Possible outsourcing and consolidation of services with fewer suppliers
- On-time handover of work packages within agreed time and budget
Klaus-Dieter K.
Last position:
Executive Partner at iAP-Independent Audit Professionals GmbH
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Statistics of experts using TKG
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
30 years
Position duration
3 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Top industries
Telecommunication, Information Technology, Energy
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
25%
Doctorate
25%
Certifications per freelancer
13
Most common languages
German, English, Croatian
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 29 Oct 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of experts in this technology in Germany 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 Germany using TKG
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 29 Oct 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
TKG experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Telecommunication (86%)
- Information Technology (71%)
- Energy (57%)
- Transportation (57%)
- Professional Services (57%)
- Construction (43%)
- Banking and Finance (43%)
- Manufacturing (43%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What TKG is
TKG, short for Tanzu Kubernetes Grid, is VMware’s Kubernetes distribution for creating and operating consistent clusters across supported infrastructure. It combines upstream Kubernetes with lifecycle management, networking, security and integration options suited to enterprise environments. Companies use it to run containerized applications while keeping cluster operations aligned across data centers, private clouds and selected public cloud services.
Where it is used
TKG supports application platforms that need repeatable Kubernetes environments, controlled access and reliable operations. Common engagements include:
- Creating workload clusters for microservices and internal platforms
- Moving containerized applications from legacy infrastructure
- Standardizing Kubernetes across VMware-based environments
- Establishing development, testing and production cluster patterns
- Connecting clusters with enterprise identity, storage and observability
Ecosystem and tooling
TKG work often involves VMware vSphere, vCenter, NSX networking and enterprise storage, alongside Kubernetes APIs and container registries. Specialists may use Cluster API, Tanzu Mission Control, Helm, GitOps workflows and CI/CD systems to provision, update and govern clusters. The surrounding stack can also include Prometheus, Grafana, ingress controllers and policy tools.
When companies need specialists
Freelance expertise is valuable when a team is introducing TKG, upgrading an existing deployment or dealing with operational issues. Companies may need help with architecture decisions, cluster lifecycle automation, workload migration or production hardening. In Germany, projects often combine remote delivery with on-site collaboration for infrastructure workshops, while clear German or English communication may be required.
Skills that matter
Strong professionals understand both Kubernetes behavior and the VMware foundation beneath TKG. They can design control-plane and worker-node layouts, configure networking and storage, manage certificates and access policies, and diagnose failed upgrades or unhealthy workloads. They also document operating procedures so internal teams can support the platform after handover.
Choosing the right expert
Look for evidence of complete TKG deliveries rather than isolated Kubernetes tasks. A suitable specialist can explain version compatibility, failure recovery, security boundaries and the trade-offs between managed and self-operated components. Ask for examples involving infrastructure integration, automation, monitoring and knowledge transfer, then assess how clearly the person communicates risk and operational ownership.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about TKG? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
TKG is used to create and operate Kubernetes clusters for containerized applications. It helps organizations standardize cluster provisioning, upgrades, networking and security across VMware environments and other supported infrastructure.
Tanzu Kubernetes Grid adds VMware-supported packaging, lifecycle tooling and integrations around upstream Kubernetes. It can reduce the work needed for enterprise operations, but teams should assess infrastructure compatibility, licensing and their preferred level of vendor control before choosing it.
A strong TKG specialist usually brings Kubernetes administration, Linux, networking, storage and infrastructure-as-code skills. Experience with vSphere, NSX, identity systems, Helm, GitOps and observability is also useful for production delivery.
The required background depends on the scope. A cluster upgrade may need focused TKG knowledge, while a new production platform calls for experience with architecture, security, automation, disaster recovery and operational handover.
TKG projects can often be delivered remotely when secure access, documentation and clear ownership are available. On-site workshops may still help with data-center dependencies, infrastructure discovery or coordination with German-speaking operations teams.
Before starting with Tanzu Kubernetes Grid, a freelancer should clarify the target infrastructure, existing cluster versions, application constraints and operational responsibilities. They should also confirm access to vCenter, registries, network services and monitoring systems.
A capable TKG professional can explain design decisions in terms of availability, security, upgradeability and support effort. Ask how they have handled failed upgrades, certificate issues, networking faults and workload recovery, and review the quality of their documentation.
TKG may suit organizations that already rely on VMware infrastructure and want supported Kubernetes lifecycle management with familiar enterprise integrations. Alternatives may be preferable when a team needs a cloud provider’s managed service, a lighter self-managed setup or a different vendor ecosystem.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used TKG in their recent projects is 115 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 918 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used TKG in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 25% hold at least a Master's degree, and 25% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used TKG in their recent projects have 30 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used TKG in their recent projects are German (100%), English (86%), and Croatian (14%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used TKG in their recent projects are Telecommunication (86%), Information Technology (71%), and Energy (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used TKG in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Product Development (86%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used TKG
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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