winIDEA 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#
Jonathan Moreau
Last position:
On-Site Coordinator at Freelance
- Customer interface and relationship management
- Requirements management and work coordination
- Technical and functional support focusing on automotive Ethernet
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.
Peter Jehle
Last position:
Interim Teamlead at Somnomedics
- Interim Teamlead to setup a project with STM32 and NORA Bluetooth module.
- Customer is planning new hardware to replace existing hardware with Bluetooth communication instead cable connection.
- Project was already started but the requirements were not defined.
- System based on STM32 and Nora B106 CPU.
- Analyzing the existing available code base.
- Checking for possible solutions to get the project working.
- Defining the requirements.
- Applying some rules to improve the team communication.
- Working with the NRF tools to get the custom board based on NORA B106 (NRF5340) working.
- Implementation of a simple device communication by Bluetooth.
- Preparation of documentation.
- Leading communication meetings.
- Conducted discussions with customer.
- Tools used: JIRA, OneNote, Git, Confluence, Nordic NRF, Nora B106.
Reshmi Suragani
Last position:
Software Engineer at Aumovio Engineering Services (formerly Continental Engineering Services)
- Programming: C/C++, Python, Embedded C, MATLAB
- Feature Owner for SecOC and FvM, leading development, integration, and validation
- Strong ECU hardware understanding for debugging
- Integrated AUTOSAR security modules: CSM, Crypto, CryIf, and HSM
- Hands-on experience with AUTOSAR BSW and MCAL configuration
- Implemented Secure Boot with DMA on Chorus MCU, improving boot performance
- Designed HSM key management and UDS-based key verification features
- Developed Python automation scripts to improve validation efficiency
- Performed ISO 26262 and ASPICE compliant development and testing
- Implemented diagnostics (DIDs, DTCs) for fault detection and reliability
- Strong knowledge of 32-bit MCU architectures and real-time systems
- Proficient in embedded C, compiler/debugger tools, and CANoe
- Experience with TLS, IPsec, key management, and Ethernet switch configuration
- Created architecture and system documentation for cross-team alignment
- Supported production ECU flashing and large-scale deployments
- Conducted functional safety-related tests to ensure system reliability
Bernd Meister
Last position:
Embedded Linux Developer at Continental AG
- Kernel update in Yocto project from v5.15 to v6.12
Michael Beck
Last position:
Developer/Consultant at Fresenius Medical Care
- Development of automated end-of-line tests (functional tests) for dialysis machines on a PLC test bench in a production environment
- Introduction of new technology based on Vector vTestStudio, CANoe, and Siemens S7 PLC
- Creating test concepts
- Implementing test cases and libraries in CAPL and C#
- Touch screen emulation and proprietary RPC (Remote Procedure Call) via CAN
- Connecting to the PLC (Siemens Simatic)
- Defining interfaces for device communication (vCDL)
- Defining user interfaces and linking to the frontend (JSON)
- Agile work using DevOps (Azure)
- Skills: CAPL, .NET, C#, vCDL, CANOpen, DevOps, PLC
- Tools used: Vector CANoe 18, vTestStudio 4, MS Azure DevOps, MS Visual Studio 2022, Mosquito MQTT, Git, Siemens TIA Portal
András Bognár
Last position:
Test Equipment Developer at Minebea Access Solutions
- Tested passenger car opening handle at system level integrating hardware, software and mechanics
- Built and provided complete test equipment for system testers using Arduino boards, Saleae Logic analyser, oscilloscope, multimeter, RLC meter, programmable power supplies and function generators
- Developed system testing concepts and constructed manual system test bench
- Supported system testers with hardware and software tools
- Products: BMW XNF, Rolls Royce, Audi eRing, JLR (Jaguar-Land-Rover)
Alexandra Blaj
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
Tilmann Spahlinger
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:
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
Jira, Confluence, SharePoint
Git/GitHub
DevOps thru Jenkins & Conan
Dieter Möhrle
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.
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Statistics of experts using winIDEA
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Experience
23 years
Position duration
1.4 years
Positions per freelancer
19
Top business areas
Product Development, Quality Assurance, Information Technology
Top industries
Automotive, Manufacturing, Aerospace and Defense
Certification focus areas
Quality Assurance, Information Technology, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
80%
Certifications per freelancer
1
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 winIDEA
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
Embedded debug
winIDEA is used for deep embedded debugging on target hardware. It helps specialists inspect firmware, step through code, and follow timing issues that do not show up in a normal simulator.
- Target debugging on real devices
- Breakpoint and watchpoint work
- Timing and trace analysis
Core workflows
A strong winIDEA setup supports bring-up, fault isolation, and low-level regression checks. It is common in projects that need tight control over CPU state, peripherals, and hardware-dependent behavior.
- Boot and startup checks
- Peripheral and memory inspection
- Flashing and parameter handling
Tooling around it
winIDEA is part of the iSYSTEM ecosystem and is often used with trace hardware, on-chip debug interfaces, and scripts for repeatable test flows. Specialists should know how to connect the tool to the target, configure symbols, and interpret low-level signals.
Good professionals also understand MCU families, RTOS behavior, and how to align debug settings with safety or performance constraints.
When to bring in help
Companies usually bring in freelance support when a target is unstable, a new board needs bring-up, or a team must speed up validation before release. In Germany, this often comes up in automotive, industrial, and other embedded systems projects where on-site lab access and remote analysis both matter.
The best experts can work with local teams in English or German and switch between lab sessions and remote review without losing context.
What strong experts do
Strong winIDEA professionals do more than click through breakpoints. They read trace data, find root causes in firmware and hardware interactions, and turn findings into clear actions for the team.
They usually deliver:
- Reproducible debug sessions
- Clear defect reports
- Stable test procedures
- Practical setup guidance
Adjacent skills
winIDEA work often overlaps with C and C++, embedded Linux in some stacks, MCU toolchains, JTAG or similar interfaces, and hardware validation. Specialists who understand build systems, symbol files, and target configuration are easier to ramp up and more useful in complex projects.
They are especially valuable when a team needs one person who can bridge software, electronics, and test automation.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with winIDEA? These answers cover the essentials.
winIDEA is used for debugging, trace inspection, and validation on real target hardware. Teams rely on it when firmware issues depend on timing, peripherals, or board behavior that cannot be reproduced well in a simple software-only setup.
winIDEA is often chosen for hands-on target debugging and trace-driven analysis in complex embedded work. Compared with more general IDE tools, it is usually valued for deeper low-level visibility and its fit with iSYSTEM hardware and workflows.
A strong winIDEA specialist should know target connection setup, symbol handling, trace interpretation, and how to work with MCU-specific constraints. It also helps if they understand the application code, the board, and the test setup, not just the tool itself.
The most useful adjacent skills are embedded C or C++, MCU platforms, JTAG or similar debug interfaces, and hardware validation. Many projects also benefit from people who understand RTOS behavior, flashing workflows, and automated regression checks.
The amount of experience depends on the task. A simple setup review may need only a specialist who knows the tool well, while board bring-up, trace analysis, or hard fault isolation usually needs someone who has solved similar target issues before.
Many winIDEA tasks can be done remotely if the target can be accessed safely and the logs, traces, and build artifacts are shared well. On-site work is often better for first bring-up, physical lab debugging, or problems that need direct access to hardware.
Look for clear examples of root-cause analysis, not just tool operation. A good winIDEA professional explains what was observed on the target, why it matters, and what should be changed in code, configuration, or test setup.
No, winIDEA is common in automotive, but it is also used in industrial, electronics, and other embedded systems projects. Any team that needs deep target visibility and reliable debug workflows can benefit from it.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used winIDEA in their recent projects is 84 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 670 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used winIDEA in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 80% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used winIDEA in their recent projects have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used winIDEA in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (50%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used winIDEA in their recent projects are Automotive (92%), Manufacturing (67%), and Aerospace and Defense (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used winIDEA in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Quality Assurance (100%), and Information Technology (92%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used winIDEA
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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