Windows CE Experts in Germany
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Andreas K.
Last position:
Test / QA / QS at KARDEX Software GmbH KARDEX Remstar
Testing adjustments to customer requests for warehouse / logistics software
Windows 10 / 11 Atlassian Tool Chain Agile testing / Kanban
Andreas F.
Last position:
Project Manager & Portfolio Owner for Infrastructure (Automotive) at MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH
- Overall coordination of service providers for all infrastructure topics at a production site being set up in Baden-Württemberg
- Design and finding solutions for internet connectivity, building office communication networks, setting up WLAN in production and administration buildings, IP address management, password policies, time tracking, access control systems, backup strategies, emergency power planning, operating concepts, cost planning, event management, workplace setup including laptop/mobile phones/telephony, remote support, print servers
- Selecting suitable external service providers and planning to meet needs for spare parts, repairs, on-site service, network and workplace support including on-site system replacement by providers
- Choosing suitable external service providers for facility management and building technology (fiber optic connections, data center infrastructure, cable ducts etc.)
- Coordination with clients and service providers
- Escalation management, schedule control
- On-site presence for service meetings and managing service providers
Ola V.
Last position:
IT Lecturer
- IT training in theory and practice for IT specialists in application development and system integration
Andreas W.
Last position:
Self-employed Software Developer at amw-software.net
Peter S.
Last position:
Rollout Manager at Siemens Healthineers
- Cisco SDA LAN network
- Transition and transformation
Michael S.
Last position:
Support Technician Windows Environment at Greentech
- Continuation of an interim project (3 days per week)
- Imaging of the computers
- Switching Active Directory accounts
- Delivery/setup of the computers and training of the users
- Field support for issues that came up
- Active Directory support for the computer accounts
- Exchange administration
- VPN provisioning
- Backup administration
- Device and license management in the database
- 1st and 2nd level support
Ould Aly I.
Last position:
Functional Safety Assessor at VW
- Pre-assessments and review of functional safety status for ADAS ECUs and body controller components
- Conduct functional safety audits
- Review the functional safety status of the E3 1.2 in a pre-assessment
- Document interviews
- Document findings and generate internal reports
Methods:
- ISO26262
- Automotive SPICE Level 2, 3
- Agile methods, SAFe
Tools:
- DOORS
- Enterprise Architect
- JIRA & Confluence
- IQ-FMEA
- Isograph
Bernd W.
Last position:
Software Developer at NEURA Robotics GmbH
Developed a visualization module based on Toradex's Verdin iMX8M Plus.
Created a project-specific Yocto BSP based on the "Toradex Yocto Project" (scarthgap).
Adapted and created kernel drivers and device tree for the NXP i.MX8 processor used.
Supported the GO product app on Linux / Yocto / systemd.
Set up a Wi-Fi AP using hostap and dnsmasq.
Products: Yocto, Embedded Linux.
Skills: C++, Go, Yocto, i.MX8.
Location: Remote.
Peter V.
Last position:
IT Consultant at Evotec KG
- Operation and administration of Windows 2016 / 2019 servers and domains
- Infrastructure services (Active Directory, ADFS, AD Azure Connect, DHCP, DNS, Group Policies)
- Consulting, support and troubleshooting of customer systems
- Documentation and concept design in the area of MS Active Directory
- Updating operation, process and system documentation
- Ticket handling (remote analysis and resolution via incident, change and problem management)
- Technologies: Windows 2022, Active Directory, ADFS, AD Azure Connect, DHCP, DNS, GPO, VMware vSphere, CheckMK, Exchange 2019, PowerShell, Jira, Confluence, Office 365, Matrix42, NetApp, Ansible
Kai N.
Last position:
Firmware Developer (GPS Receiver) at Collins Aerospace
- Continued updates to NavHub GPS server firmware on ARM system
- Developed embedded C/C++ code using Eclipse, embedded Linux, GCC
- Implemented web UI with JavaScript/jQuery, PHP, CSS, HTML
- Configured HTTPS/PKI setup using OpenSSL and Nginx
Tilmann S.
Last position:
Technical Expert, Software Architect at Rolls Royce Power Systems / MTU
- Created concepts and architecture for ECU diagnostics over CAN-Bus using UDS, PDX, ODX and safety paradigms
- Designed system deployment for EMS and documented using UML, Draw.io, MS Word, MS Visio and Confluence
- Developed process flows for development, planning, logistics, test & diagnostics in Scrum with Jira and MS Planner
- Communicated across multiple customer teams, conducted knowledge transfer
Last position:
Software Developer - Building Automation
- Testing controller ECUs
- Implementing test environment
- Implementing virtual nodes
- Commissioning CANopen network
- Defining and automating test cases
- Designing and implementing LSS automation
- Implementing data exchange between tools
- Porting requirements to XML format for vTestStudio
- Products: CANoe, vTestStudio, Playwright, Cypress, Robot, .NET
- Skills: CAPL, C++, CANopen, concept creation, Python, JavaScript, XML, C#
Dieter M.
Last position:
Software Engineer at Hamma UWT
Added a safety shutdown in the MISCEO product firmware when a certain delivery limit (cap) was reached.
Familiarized myself with the product and its firmware (C code and functionality).
Identified the code parts needed for the change.
Implemented the extension.
Tested and documented (only in the source code).
Target platform: embedded firmware without an operating system.
Tools: Eclipse, C.
Jens F.
Last position:
Strategic Business Consultant at EURO Kartensysteme
- Analysis, redesign and functional specification for a software system to record, process and reimburse all claims in the girocard scheme
- Analysis, conception and execution for a bidding for the introduction and implementation of Identity & Access Management, Masterdata Management and Document Management Systems
- Project management for the software development project for the EKS-Net platform for the recording, processing and reimbursement of all claims in the girocard scheme
- Project management for the introduction of Identity and Access Management System, Master Data Management System and Document Management System
- Strategy consulting for digitalization of business processes
- Advice on payment transactions, compliance (PEP and sanction list checks) and risk analysis
- Design of data models and APIs
Günter S.
Last position:
Teacher for mathematics and computer science at Helene Lange Gymnasium Fürth
- Teaching mathematics and computer science
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Statistics of experts using Windows CE
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
30 years
Position duration
1.9 years
Positions per freelancer
24
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Audit
Bachelor's degree or higher
85%
Master's degree or higher
54%
Doctorate
8%
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
88%
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 Windows CE
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.
Windows CE 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 (88%)
- Manufacturing (82%)
- Automotive (65%)
- Education (59%)
- Energy (53%)
- Telecommunication (53%)
- Banking and Finance (47%)
- Healthcare (47%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
Embedded systems foundation
Windows CE is a compact Microsoft operating system for embedded devices with limited resources and dedicated hardware. It has also been known as Windows Embedded CE and supports real-time application needs, touch interfaces, networking and local data processing. Companies still rely on it in established products where stable device behavior matters.
Typical device work
Windows CE appears in industrial terminals, vehicle systems, medical equipment, warehouse scanners, retail devices and machine controls. Specialists work across the operating system, application layer and hardware interface to keep a complete device reliable.
- Build operator interfaces for dedicated equipment
- Connect scanners, sensors, printers and serial devices
- Maintain device communication and local storage
- Prepare software images for production hardware
Tools and adjacent skills
A Windows CE project may involve Visual Studio, the Windows CE SDK, Platform Builder and native C or C++ code. Strong professionals also understand .NET Compact Framework, device drivers, TCP/IP, serial communication, boot processes and cross-compilation. Knowledge of the target board and its vendor-specific SDK is often essential.
When companies need specialists
Freelance expertise is useful when an internal team inherits a device fleet, loses knowledge of an older codebase or must stabilize software before a product release. It can also support hardware changes, factory deployment, security reviews and migration planning. In Germany, specialists may need to coordinate with industrial sites, equipment suppliers and teams responsible for regulated or safety-sensitive products.
- Diagnose startup, memory and performance problems
- Adapt applications to replacement hardware
- Recover build environments and deployment processes
- Document undocumented interfaces and field behavior
Modernization and maintenance
Windows CE is not the same as current Windows IoT or a general-purpose desktop system. Its compact runtime, older tooling and device-specific dependencies require careful change control. Professionals can isolate reusable application logic, replace unsupported components, introduce safer update procedures and assess whether a gradual migration is practical.
What strong professionals bring
The best specialists read both software traces and hardware documentation. They test on real devices, reproduce faults under field conditions and protect timing, memory and communication constraints. Clear documentation, disciplined source control and an honest view of legacy risks matter as much as coding ability. Remote work is often possible, but access to test hardware and occasional on-site collaboration can be decisive.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around Windows CE.
Windows CE is used in embedded products such as industrial terminals, vehicle displays, medical devices, warehouse equipment and machine controls. It remains relevant where an existing product depends on its compact runtime, dedicated hardware and established application stack.
Windows CE is designed for dedicated embedded devices and often has a smaller, hardware-specific runtime than Windows IoT. Linux may offer a broader modern ecosystem, while Windows IoT can provide a more current Microsoft path; the right choice depends on hardware, application compatibility, lifecycle plans and certification needs.
A strong Windows CE specialist often combines native C or C++ with Platform Builder, Visual Studio and the Windows CE SDK. Useful adjacent skills include device drivers, BSP configuration, serial and network communication, .NET Compact Framework, boot processes and embedded testing.
The required background depends on the task. Windows CE maintenance may need familiarity with an existing codebase, while board support, driver work or an operating system migration calls for deeper embedded systems knowledge and access to the target hardware.
Much of the Windows CE work can be completed remotely when source code, build tools, logs and test access are available. On-site sessions may still be important for industrial equipment, unreproducible hardware faults or deployments at German production facilities, so clarify access and language expectations early.
Ask whether the expert has worked with the relevant device family, BSP, compiler and deployment process. For Windows CE, request examples of diagnosing hardware-dependent faults, maintaining legacy builds and testing on physical devices rather than relying only on emulator results.
Windows Embedded CE is the product naming used for later releases of the same embedded operating system family. People may still say Windows CE in project documentation or search queries, so a specialist should recognize both names and map them to the exact version, SDK and hardware involved.
Quality in Windows CE work shows in reproducible builds, controlled device images, clear hardware documentation and tests for memory, timing, power and communication failures. A reliable specialist explains technical constraints plainly, records changes and validates fixes on representative production hardware.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Windows CE in their recent projects is 97 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 775 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Windows CE in their recent projects, 85% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 54% hold at least a Master's degree, and 8% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Windows CE in their recent projects have 30 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 Windows CE in their recent projects are German (100%), English (82%), and French (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Windows CE in their recent projects are Information Technology (88%), Manufacturing (82%), and Automotive (65%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Windows CE in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (71%), and Project Management (71%).
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