Wind River Experts in Germany
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Hendrik Wagner
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#
Oliver Ohly
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 Mikulic
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).
Karl Spielberger
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 Solaiman
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 Nabe
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
Uwe Stiegler
Last position:
Embedded Software Developer at Self-employed
Martin Raabe
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.
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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 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
Wind River in practice
Wind River is used for embedded and real-time software where timing, stability, and hardware control matter. It shows up in products that run close to the metal, from connected devices to industrial systems and aerospace platforms.
Typical delivery
- VxWorks configuration and integration
- Wind River Linux builds and maintenance
- BSP and driver work for target boards
- Real-time performance tuning and debugging
- Upgrade planning for embedded releases
Ecosystem
Strong specialists know the Wind River stack around VxWorks, Wind River Linux, and Wind River Studio. They also understand the surrounding toolchain, cross-compilation, boot flow, build systems, and target hardware dependencies.
When companies bring help
Teams often need freelance expertise during platform migration, hardware bring-up, certification work, or release stabilization. This is common when a project is blocked by integration issues, timing defects, or gaps in internal embedded knowledge.
What good specialists deliver
Good professionals write clear technical changes, trace issues across software and hardware layers, and work carefully with constrained targets. They should understand diagnostics, memory limits, interrupts, networking, and how to keep real-time behavior predictable.
Germany collaboration
In Germany, Wind River work often fits industrial, automotive, defense, and other embedded environments. Many projects can be handled remotely, but on-site time can help during board bring-up, lab testing, or when teams need close coordination in German and English.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with Wind River? These answers cover the essentials.
Wind River is used for embedded systems that need predictable timing, device control, and stable operation on specific hardware. It is common in products built with VxWorks, Wind River Linux, or Wind River Studio when teams need a controlled software stack close to the target board.
Bring in a Wind River specialist when a team needs help with board support, build issues, driver work, porting, or release hardening. Freelance help is also useful during platform upgrades or when a project needs someone who can debug both the software stack and the hardware interaction.
Wind River is often chosen for real-time and safety-sensitive work where a mature embedded toolchain matters. Compared with more general Linux-only approaches, it is usually weighed for tighter control over timing, target hardware, and long-term product maintenance.
A strong Wind River professional usually knows embedded C or C++, cross-compilation, build systems, and low-level debugging. Knowledge of boot loaders, Linux kernel concepts, networking, and target hardware interfaces is also valuable, especially on complex products.
For a Wind River engagement, look for direct experience with the same version, board family, and release path whenever possible. If the task is a focused fix or integration step, a specialist with solid embedded background can still add value quickly without long onboarding.
Yes, much Wind River work can be done remotely if the target hardware is accessible through a lab, test setup, or remote hands. On-site time in Germany helps when a project depends on physical board access, lab debugging, or close work with local engineering teams.
Ask for examples that show real embedded problem solving, not only tool familiarity with Wind River. Good signs include clear explanations of timing issues, board bring-up steps, debugging approach, and how they manage constraints in production systems.
Wind River is the vendor and ecosystem name, while VxWorks and Wind River Linux are core parts of that stack. When people search for Wind River, they often mean one of those product lines, so it helps to match the specialist to the exact target environment.
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 759 € 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
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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