Software development has been my passion since I was 13. Throughout my professional career, which began in 2007, I have gained experience in software development, software architecture, and, starting in 2017, team leadership. In 2021, I finally decided to make the transition to self-employment as an independent software engineer and trainer. My services range from software architecture consulting and software development to developer training and leading project teams. I am also deeply involved in the software developer community as a speaker at conferences, an author for technical articles, a blogger, a developer for open-source projects, and co-organizer of DCN (Digital Craftsmanship Nordoberpfalz).
Professional experience and studies
- Professional Experience
- Independent Software Engineer, Trainer (2021–present)
- Full-time position at IGZ Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH (2007–2021)
- Team Lead .NET / Web / AI (2017–2021)
- C# Software Developer (2007–2017)
- Studies
- Master in Software Engineering Leadership at FH Campus 02 in Graz (part-time, 2016–2018)
- Bachelor in Logistics Management at Euro-FH Hamburg (part-time, 2010–2015)
- Apprenticeship as an IT Specialist / Application Development at Informatik Campus Wiesau (2004–2007)
Awards
- Avalonia MVP since 2025
Certifications
Continuous professional education is a cornerstone of my work. In addition to regularly attending industry conferences and meetups, this also includes completing professional training programs. I have earned the following certifications:
- Secure Architectures (oose)
- Codelution Master DevOps Engineer
- Certified Professional Trainer – Foundation Level
- iSAQB Certified Professional for Software Architecture – Advanced Level
- AGILA Module – Agile Software Architecture
- FLEX Module – Flexible Architecture Models
- WEB Module – Web Architectures
- CLOUDINFRA Module – Infrastructure, Containers, and Cloud Native
- Certified Kubernetes Application Developer
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (expired in 2025)
- IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering – Foundation Level
- ISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level
- SCRUM ALLIANCE® Certified ScrumMaster® (expired in 2017)
Engagement
In addition to my professional work, I contribute to various open-source projects, write articles for professional magazines, and regularly give presentations on technical topics. I also help organize Digital Craftsmanship Nordoberpfalz—a meetup series designed to connect software developers in my home region, featuring monthly gatherings and annual conferences. I also regularly attend other meetups across Europe—either as a participant or as a speaker.
Associations / Organizations
As part of my work as an independent software engineer, I am a member of the following associations and organizations:
- Arbeitskreis für Software-Qualität und -Fortbildung e.V. (ASQF) – https://www.asqf.de
- Deutscher Bundesverband für IT-Selbstständige e.V. (DBITS) – https://www.dbits.it
- OWASP Foundation Inc – https://owasp.org
Miscellaneous
I do a lot of sport and love to travel frequently. In addition to my office work, regular physical activity is important to me—for example, jogging, hiking, cycling, or working out at the gym. When I travel, I go all over the world. In recent years, my travels have increasingly focused on Southeast Asia (especially Malaysia and Singapore).