VW ODIS Experts in Germany
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Alex V.
Last position:
CTO, Co-Founder, Cryptography(incl. Post-Quantum Cryptography) and AI Security Expertise at AISLEIPNIR
- Integration of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms into high level protocols.
- Security of implementations of Post-Quantum Cryptography algorithms.
- Transition to Post-Quantum public key infrastructures.
- Security evaluations of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) primitives.
- Drone Cybersecurity
- Satellite Cybersecurity
- AI Security
Oliver O.
Last position:
Embedded Software Architect at Automotive supplier
Stellar SR6 G7 line, 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-R52+ MCU.
- MISRA-C, C99, Greenhills ARM compiler
- Dassault AUTOSAR Builder
- EB Tresos
- Sparx Enterprise Architect 16.1
- VS Code
- Python xml, lxml, NumPy and Pandas
ISO 26262, ISO 21434, hypervisor, key management, HSM. Tooling & automation. LieberLieber LemonTree + Sparx EA. Jira, Confluence, SharePoint. Git/Github. DevOps through Jenkins & Conan.
Martin M.
Last position:
Requirements Engineer at MCM Modern Engineering UG HB
- Analysis of the current process
- Development of the target processes
- Support for the implementation of improvements in an SAP-enabled program
- Simplification of customer contact initiation
- Streamlining internal processes through automated real-time verification of claim relevance
- Creation of use cases
Cosmin I.
Last position:
Senior Test Manager – Freelance Contractor at CARIAD SE
- Development and implementation of test strategies and test plans based on ISO-29119-2/3 for Porsche and Audi ISO-26262 compliant projects (functional, integration, system & regression tests).
- Leading cross-functional teams across multiple locations, including resource planning, coordination, and milestone tracking.
- Responsibility for defect management, root cause analyses, and process improvements to improve quality and efficiency.
- Technical analysis of test results and creation of structured test reports and KPIs for stakeholders.
- Reviewing specifications and architecture to validate test readiness and requirement compliance.
- Controlling & monitoring test progress using appropriate metrics.
- Communicating evaluated test results as input for function approvals to function project owners.
- Practical vehicle testing, ECU flashing, and troubleshooting – on-board diagnostics and live tracing.
Applied qualifications:
- SW requirements analysis
- Jira X-Ray
- SOME-IP
- ViWI
- Confluence
- Defect management – KPM
- ODIS
- E-SYS
- Agile methodologies
Serge Patrick T.
Last position:
Senior Test Engineer at Voith Group
- Software tests for control functions in e-mobility vehicles
- Development of software tests for complex system and component functions for control and regulation in commercial vehicles with electric mobility
- Analysis of software specifications and creation of test specifications for system and component function tests
- Further development and maintenance of test tools
- Carrying out manual and/or automated tests based on the test specifications
- Review of test specifications and participation in reviews of software specifications
- Tools: Vector CANalyzer, SIEMENS Polarion
Mohamed H.
Last position:
SAP Solution Manager
- Creating test concepts
- Creating test plans and packages in the Test Suite module of SolMan
- Defining test objects, test types (manual, automated), and schedules
- Coordinating and tracking all test activities
- Maintaining and versioning test cases in SolMan
- Supporting the test team in various test activities
- Checking links between test cases and requirements
- Ensuring traceability between test cases and requirements
- Controlling and monitoring test execution
- Managing error messages directly in SolMan
- Tracking and re-testing after bug fixes
- Working with the release manager, developers, and key users
- Managing error messages (defects) directly in SolMan
- Tools: SolMan, SAP S/4HANA
Namita O.
Last position:
Manager - Application Support at Siemens Limited
- Analyze project specifications
- Define the right technical solution to fit project requirements
- Communicate with customers, external and internal stakeholders to define technical scope and resolve technical disputes
- Prepare compliance statements to project specifications
- Responsible for the parameterization, operation, testing (FAT) and troubleshooting of system for SCADA/DMS/OMS applications
- Major project handled: ADMS system implementation for UGVCL & TPL, Gujarat, India
Shubham S.
Last position:
Work Student, System Testing at Magna Electronics Europe
Execution of test procedures based on the test plan for system testing of ECU & camera sensor
Requirements analysis and test case design using PTC Windchill
Diagnostics, software updates at ECU level, calibration with ODIS and Lauterbach
Data collection, annotation, analysis, storage and reprocessing
Checking logs, test result analysis, bug logging and test report creation following ASPICE
Creation of the test environment on bench (RBS) or vehicle according to test scenarios
Design, building and troubleshooting of automated test setups including multimeter and circuits
Development of automated test procedures to save time, cost and vehicle dependency
Recording of data with recording tool chain and injection of data using Hardware-in-the-Loop setup
Automated creation of test result reports via PyCharm Python scripts utilizing Pandas, Numpy and Matplotlib
Use of hardware including X2E data logger, Technica Bus Tapping hardware, Star Corporation and Vector tools
Frédéric F.
Last position:
Resident Engineer at Audi AG
- Prototype test drive
- Tests (SW/HW) on dynos, HIL/SIL and vehicles
- Inverter updates (flashing of EOL, boot manager, software…)
- Software commissioning
- Attending task force meetings
- Daily project management meeting
- Generation, tracking and updates of Jira tickets
- Support resolution of soft-hardware issues (troubleshooting)
- Participation of national and international test drives in Germany (Neustadt PGN), Italy (Nardo – Porsche Engineering NTC), Finland (Muonio WTCS), Sweden (Arvidsjaur)
- Performing coding (CP-Tool) and calibration activities (Vector/Inca)
- Implementing component protection VKMS via Fazit-ODIS (with UDS request) or learning/married/pairing (using PKI card)
- Recording traces for defect analysis
- Producing test reports and test summary reports
- Delivering broken hardware to the factory location and changing it with new or refurbished hardware
- Collaborating with client stakeholders and development teams
Ravi K.
Last position:
System Test Coordinator at Visteon Electronics Germany GmbH
- Project coordination: Managed timelines, deliverables, change requests (CRs) and resources, combining maturity gate reviews and program increments.
- Stakeholder management: Building strong relationships with both internal teams and external customers.
- BMW programs: BCP, BDC, MIC Next, IDC Evo, covering functional validation (including functional safety), product validation, homologation and compliance.
- Risk management: Proactively identified and resolved critical risks in software/product releases through cross-functional coordination to keep projects on track.
Philipp E.
Last position:
Project Lead | Infotainment Software Architecture and Special Hardware Agricultural Machinery at IAV GmbH Ingenieurgesellschaft Auto und Verkehr
- Managing projects, including steering the international project team of up to 15 staff
- Intensive customer communication
- V-model according to Automotive SPICE
Alexander B.
Last position:
Owner at PEMA-TEC Alexander Bröcker
- Project to develop the complete software for a film roll warehouse at American Packaging Corporation, Story City, Iowa (warehouse vehicles SINATIC S7, warehouse management C#, Microsoft SQL Server, AGV interface C++, ERP system interface REST API)
- Development of a warehouse simulator for real machine processes aimed at optimized storage of film rolls (C#)
- Project to develop the complete software for a printing cylinder warehouse at Huhtamaki, Ronsberg (warehouse vehicles TIA Portal, warehouse management C#, Oracle, ERP system interface DB table)
- Further development of the warehouse simulator for improved programming of the movement planner
- Project to read and analyze QR codes on letters in the letter sorter at XPROMA GmbH, Salzhausen (program as a service for fast reading of QR codes via two Keyence barcode readers in C#, Microsoft SQL Server, TCP/IP; program for monitoring and parameterizing the barcode readers and triggering the data export in C#, Microsoft SQL Server, SFTP transfer)
- Project for the development and programming of a low-cost management system for automated guided vehicles with Egemin Automation Inc. and American Packaging Corporation (C++, C#, Microsoft SQL Server, TCP/IP)
- Project for the test stand development and automation of SYS.5 tests for the climate actuator at ETO GRUPPE TECHNOLOGIES GmbH, Stockach (test stand software LabVIEW, C#; test evaluation DIAdem, C#; databases Microsoft SQL Server)
Satish P.
Last position:
Project Lead at L&T Technology Services
- Tested Body Control Module (BCM) software using dSPACE, Control Desk and EXAM in GHIL (Gesamt HIL).
- Led a team of 8 engineers and managed end-to-end software execution for each release, from requirement analysis to final validation and release.
- Coordinated with function specialists to analyse requirements and derive test cases.
- Developed test specifications and maintained bidirectional traceability between requirements and test cases.
- Automated test cases and built library functions using EXAM (Audi and VW customer-specific tool for test automation).
- Organised GHIL testing activities for both manual and automated test execution.
- Evaluated and analysed test reports generated from night runs in EXAM.
- Identified software and GHIL issues based on report analysis and created bug tickets for traceability.
Maximilian D.
Last position:
Hardware Developer at Freelance Hardware Developer
- Optimization of a film stretching machine: concept design and proof of concept in SolidWorks and FEMM
- Development of a smart gas scale (Evergas) with mobile connectivity: functional and design prototype in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, Adafruit Web IDE
- Sensor system for brake disc measurement with Knorr-Bremse: proof of concept and patent preparation in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, FEMM, Adafruit Web IDE
- Development of a sensor for oil level measurement (Oilfox) with self-monitoring algorithms in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, Adafruit Web IDE
- Development of a miniature plastic extruder (Mcubus project) in SolidWorks, Cura, Eagle, LTSpice, FEMM, Arduino IDE
- Commissioning hardware for Magna Telemotive: electrical function tests, firmware porting in C++ and quality assurance coordination
- Electronics development for Sonnenglas: concepts for battery charging by solar power and LED control in Fusion 360, Eagle, Simplicity Studio, MPLab
- Development of a wake-up controller for Wing Man: vibration sensor and power-saving logic in Fusion 360, Eagle
- Hardware lead at Cariad SE: hardware testing, supplier communication, error management in iDEX, ODIS, CANoe
Alexandra B.
Last position:
System Test Engineer at Magna Electronics
- Requirements analysis
- Requirements coverage review
- Test specification and test case creation
- Test automation and manual testing
- Functional testing
- Environmental testing (climatic chamber tests)
- Stress testing and regression testing
- HiL and black-box testing
- Test bench setup
- Test reporting and bug reporting
- Diagnostics testing based on ISO 14229
- System base functions testing including KPIs
- End-of-line testing of first produced ECU samples
- Supported automated testing through CI/CD processes
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Statistics of experts using VW ODIS
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
19 years
Position duration
1.9 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Product Development, Quality Assurance, Project Management
Top industries
Automotive, Information Technology, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
94%
Master's degree or higher
75%
Doctorate
6%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
English, German, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 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 VW ODIS
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 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
VW ODIS experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Automotive (94%)
- Information Technology (50%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Energy (22%)
- Healthcare (22%)
- Transportation (22%)
- Telecommunication (22%)
- Aerospace and Defense (17%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Dealership Diagnostics and Engineering Integration
Offboard Diagnostic Information System, widely known as VW ODIS, is the core diagnostic software platform for Volkswagen Group vehicles. Automotive suppliers, test benches, and fleet workshops across Germany rely on it to interface directly with vehicle electronic control units. It establishes communication via standardized diagnostic protocols to evaluate system health, read fault codes, and configure control electronics.
Core System Capabilities and Tooling
Specialists utilize both ODIS Service for workshop maintenance and ODIS Engineering for prototype validation and module programming. The platform integrates with specialized vehicle communication interfaces compliant with SAE J2534 and ISO 22900 standards.
- Flashing ECU firmware updates and baseline datasets
- Executing guided fault finding on modern vehicle architectures
- Managing component protection removal and online adaptations
- Configuring bus communication across CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet
Diagnostic Protocols and Architecture Context
Working with this platform requires deep familiarity with international automotive communication standards. Specialists operate within unified diagnostic services, ISO 14229, and diagnostic communication over internet protocol frameworks. They align ODIS configurations with underlying electronic architectures, tracking signal paths from local control units up to the central gateway.
When Projects Require Dedicated Specialists
Organizations bring in external professionals when commissioning test vehicles, retrofitting complex sensor suites, or preparing homologation documentation in Germany. During pilot production phases, unexpected fault codes and software mismatch issues halt testing schedules. Dedicated specialists rapidly isolate bus communication errors, verify module calibration, and restore test bench readiness.
On-Site Workshop and Test Bench Demands
Diagnostic tasks frequently necessitate physical connection to prototype vehicles, requiring experts who operate smoothly within German technical environments. They navigate secure group servers, manage security access tokens, and verify that all software versions align with development release notes. Clear communication with workshop teams ensures swift test turnarounds.
Characteristics of High-Caliber Specialists
Top specialists combine software diagnostic acumen with robust automotive electrical engineering knowledge. They interpret raw trace logs from bus sniffers, understand cross-module dependencies, and resolve stubborn electronic anomalies without relying solely on automated diagnostic routines.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with VW ODIS? These answers cover the essentials.
The platform serves as the official diagnostic suite across Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, and ŠKODA platforms. Organizations deploy VW ODIS to read and clear diagnostic trouble codes, run guided troubleshooting routines, flash control modules, and adapt newly installed vehicle hardware.
While ODIS Service handles standard maintenance, guided diagnostics, and routine module replacement, ODIS Engineering offers granular control over parameter sets, offline flashing, and low-level diagnostic configurations essential during vehicle prototyping and test bench development.
Professionals use Offboard Diagnostic Information System alongside official diagnostic interfaces like the VAS 6154 series or compliant Pass-Thru devices adhering to the SAE J2534 standard. These interfaces bridge the laptop software with CAN FD, LIN, and Ethernet onboard networks.
Routine analysis of trace files and parameter sets can occur remotely, but physical access to test vehicles and hardware-in-the-loop benches in Germany is often indispensable. Many clients prefer hybrid arrangements where the VW ODIS specialist handles module flashing and physical wiring troubleshooting directly on-site.
A strong background in automotive bus systems such as CAN, LIN, and DoIP is critical alongside VW ODIS proficiency. Professionals should also understand network tracing tools like Vector CANoe and hold practical insight into modern ECU flashing pipelines.
Modern vehicle architectures lock replacement electronic modules until verified against factory backends. An expert using ODIS coordinates authorized online connections via GeKo credentials to clear component protection and register safety-critical components correctly.
Aftermarket multi-brand tools often lack access to internal dataset parameterizations and guided test sequences. Working with VW ODIS guarantees factory-grade diagnostic depth, exact measuring values, and full compatibility with OEM engineering updates.
Review their track record in flashing complex ECUs, diagnosing inter-bus communication faults, and handling prototype integration. A capable ODIS specialist demonstrates fluency with both automated guided routines and manual trace analysis in demanding workshop environments.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used VW ODIS in their recent projects is 86 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 687 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used VW ODIS in their recent projects, 94% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 75% hold at least a Master's degree, and 6% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used VW ODIS in their recent projects have 19 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used VW ODIS in their recent projects are English (100%), German (94%), and French (28%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used VW ODIS in their recent projects are Automotive (94%), Information Technology (50%), and Manufacturing (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used VW ODIS in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Quality Assurance (94%), and Project Management (72%).
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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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