
Wind River Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Wind River
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.
Miodrag M.
Last position:
Lead Consultant for System Software Development and Project Management at KOM Motive Ltd
Consulting and project management for customers such as Advantest, IBM, Mercury Computer Systems Inc, Adara Networks, Themis Computers, CheckPoint, Smart Technologies Inc, Soma Networks Inc, Plus Server AG, Positron Inc.
Roles: software team lead, sub-project lead, system sub-project lead, system engineering, requirements engineering and management, QA and process expert.
Automotive industry experience (2008–2025) with customers such as Elektrobit, Valeo, Magna, Bosch, Continental, Schaeffler, BMW, TRW, ALPS.
Project examples:
Hanon Systems: CI/CD development and test automation (ETAS ISOLAR AUTOSAR, Jenkins, AWS, Azure).
Magna Inc. and GETRAG: consulting for SW integration and process improvement (ASPICE audit, ASIL-B).
Valeo: SW project lead for Park Assist and Volvo/JLR, release planning, mentoring, process adjustments, ASPICE compliance.
Schaeffler AG: system engineer and SW project lead, development of functional specifications, sub-process frameworks for RM, CM, V&V.
Mahle Electric Drives: system requirements engineer, algorithm optimization, embedded C/C++, unit and integration tests.
Bosch/Daimler: design and development of multi-core AUTOSAR and RTE layers, continuous integration framework, change management.
Elektrobit: development of AUTOSAR BSW configuration tools, bootloader framework, performance optimization, debugging.
ALPS Automotive/CDN Automotive: memory-efficient AUTOSAR architecture, BSW and ASW integration, automation of documentation and code generation.
KOM Technologies Group: internal SW development subcontracting for Daimler OHCM, CAN driver, SSA integration, AURIX MCAL development.
Extensive Linux/automotive experience (2005–2025) at MBTI, Advantest Corporation, Harman Samsung, Valeo, Molabo GmbH, Continental Automotive, Mercury Computer Systems Inc, General Dynamics Mission Systems, US Telco Vendor, Adara Networks, Positron Inc, Soma Networks Inc, CheckPoint, NDA projects, Plus Server AG, KOM Technologies Group (R&D).
Hendrik W.
Last position:
Software Test and Maintenance Support at Anton Paar ProveTec GmbH
- Add/create test specifications
- Conduct regression tests
- Conduct release tests
- Analyze Jira tickets
- Identify software defects and fix them with C#
Karl S.
Last position:
Software Consultant, Architect, and Developer at Forklift Truck Manufacturer
Consulting in all areas of software development such as architecture, inter- and intra-process communication, end-to-end validation
Monitoring and measuring resources such as runtime and memory usage
Specification of interface and implementation patterns as well as high-level and detailed specifications
Design and implementation of functional and safety software
Specification of unit tests and support of the integration and software tests in the HIL test department as part of software validation
Development of platform-independent control and regulation software for a fuel cell system (multi-processor 16-bit and multi-core 32-bit)
Development/concept design of state machines
Development/concept design of control algorithms
Development/concept design of inter-process safety communication
Development/concept design of basic software components for parameter, characteristic curve, and error management
Development of vehicle communication based on CAN
Development/concept design of commissioning, maintenance, and service interfaces via CAN and UDS diagnostics
Conducting validation and supporting external validation
Creating specifications for testing
Mostafa S.
Last position:
Embedded Firmware Engineer at Esko-Graphics Imaging GmbH
- FPGA code conversion from AHDL to Verilog and SystemVerilog (Altera Cyclone)
- IDE: Intel Quartus Prime (Altera)
- Code simulation: QuestaSim
- Timing analysis
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
Martin R.
Last position:
Developer (Software) – pre-market / post-market at Innomedic
- Support for algorithm and web application for successor software (MAXFRAME II) with AWS, IIS, Windows Server 2019, Polarion 2021, SVN, Visual Studio 2017, C++, C#, ASP.Net, Parasoft C++, Unity 2021, JavaScript, CSS, jQuery, KendoUI, ReSharper, TeamCity.
Uwe S.
Last position:
Embedded Software Developer at Self-employed
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Statistics of experts using Wind River
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
31 years

Position duration
3.5 years

Positions per freelancer
19

Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance

Top industries
Information Technology, Automotive, Manufacturing

Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Logistics, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
50%

Certifications per freelancer
2

Most common languages
German, English, 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 Wind River
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.
Wind River 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%)
- Automotive (88%)
- Manufacturing (75%)
- Healthcare (63%)
- Energy (50%)
- Telecommunication (50%)
- Aerospace and Defense (25%)
- Education (25%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Embedded and real-time foundations
Wind River provides operating systems and tools for embedded, real-time and edge computing. Its best-known products include VxWorks for deterministic systems and Wind River Linux for configurable connected devices. Companies use the technology where reliability, predictable timing and long product lifecycles matter.
Systems built with Wind River
Wind River specialists contribute to software running in aerospace, automotive, industrial automation, telecommunications, medical equipment and defense systems. Typical deliverables include:
- Real-time applications on VxWorks
- Embedded Linux platforms and board support packages
- Device connectivity and edge workloads
- Safety, security and update mechanisms
- Hardware integration and production images
Ecosystem and tooling
The ecosystem covers VxWorks, Wind River Linux, Wind River Studio, Workbench and Simics. Professionals may also work with board support packages, cross-compilers, device drivers, build systems, containers and hardware abstraction layers. Strong knowledge of C and C++ is common, alongside scripting, networking and debugging at the target-hardware level.
When companies need specialists
Freelance expertise is useful when a team is bringing up new hardware, replacing a legacy platform or preparing an embedded product for release. It also helps when internal teams need support with real-time behavior, kernel configuration or long-term maintenance. In Germany, collaboration may involve suppliers, manufacturing sites and regulated industrial teams, with remote work combined with on-site lab access when required.
Delivery and integration tasks
Wind River professionals can define the platform architecture, configure the operating system and adapt board support packages. They may implement drivers, boot flows, inter-process communication, networking and diagnostics. They also support automated builds, image signing, testing, field updates and integration with existing development and quality processes.
What strong professionals bring
A strong specialist understands the target device as well as the application code. They can explain scheduling, interrupts, memory behavior, startup sequences and failure handling in practical terms. Look for evidence of hardware bring-up, trace-based debugging, secure development and clear documentation. German-language collaboration can be valuable for local teams, while precise English remains important across international product groups.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with Wind River? These answers cover the essentials.
Wind River is used to create embedded, real-time and edge systems that must operate predictably and reliably. VxWorks is common for deterministic applications, while Wind River Linux supports configurable connected devices. Projects often include industrial controls, vehicles, communications equipment and aerospace systems.
VxWorks is designed around deterministic real-time behavior, controlled device operation and strong support for safety-focused systems. Embedded Linux offers a broad open-source ecosystem, flexible hardware support and familiar application tooling. The right choice depends on timing requirements, certification needs, available components and the product lifecycle.
Wind River work often requires C or C++, board support packages, device drivers and cross-compilation. Useful adjacent skills include bootloaders, networking, hardware debugging, automated testing, secure boot, container technology and continuous integration. Experience with the target processor and development board is especially valuable.
VxWorks or Wind River Linux work can be suitable for a focused specialist when the scope is clearly defined, such as driver maintenance or build configuration. Platform migrations, hardware bring-up and safety-related releases require deeper experience with the product architecture and target hardware. Assess candidates through comparable deliverables, debugging examples and their approach to risk.
Wind River projects can often be handled remotely when source code, build infrastructure and test access are available. Hardware bring-up, lab testing and production integration may require scheduled on-site work in Germany. Agree early on access to boards, logs, security controls and communication language.
Wind River Linux remains relevant when companies need a tailored embedded Linux platform with controlled configuration, commercial support and long-term product maintenance. It can support connected edge devices, industrial gateways and communications equipment. The specialist should be able to manage the kernel, packages, image creation and update strategy.
Wind River quality is best judged through specific evidence: successful board bring-up, clear real-time diagnosis and reliable release processes. Ask how the specialist handled timing faults, driver failures, reproducible builds and field updates. Strong professionals explain trade-offs clearly and leave maintainable documentation.
Wind River Studio supports development, integration and lifecycle work across embedded platforms, while Simics provides virtualized environments for system development and testing. They can reduce dependence on physical hardware during early integration and help teams reproduce system behavior. A suitable specialist should connect these tools to the project's build, test and release workflow.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Wind River in their recent projects is 95 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 760 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Wind River in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 50% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Wind River in their recent projects have 31 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.5 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Wind River in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (50%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Wind River in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Automotive (88%), and Manufacturing (75%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Wind River in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Quality Assurance (88%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Wind River
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