Fractional Head of IT & Microsoft Cloud Architect, stabilizing and scaling IT landscapes through clear structure, operations, and execution.
Aktualisiert am 23.01.2026
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Verfügbar ab: 18.01.2026
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Microsoft Azure
IT Architectures
IT-Betrieb
Microsoft 365
Cloud Architecture
Cloud Migration
IT Infrastructure
IT Consulting
IT Project Management
Jira
Confluence
Process Optimization
IT Governance
Power BI
Data Analytics
DevOps
CI/CD
Identity & Access Management
IT Security
Vendor Management
Stakeholder Management
Technical Documentation
Troubleshooting / Root Cause Analysis
German
Muttersprache
English
Verhandlungssicher

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

3 years 7 months
2021-05 - 2024-11

Managed and configured all major technical systems

CHIEF OF STAFF
CHIEF OF STAFF
  • Entrusted by C-level executives, particularly the CTO, to identify and resolve structural, procedural, and informational challenges autonomously, ensuring company success.
  • Led the overhaul of the company's communication infrastructure by migrating from Google Workspace and Slack to Microsoft Teams, organizing and enhancing overall communication.
  • Managed and configured all major technical systems - including Google Cloud, AWS, Atlassian, Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange, Teams, OpenAI, and Zyte - overseeing user management, billing, and technical setups.
  • Secured ?350,000 in EU funding and $50,000 in AWS credits by identifying financing opportunities and negotiating favorable terms with third-party providers.
  • Established comprehensive IT processes and security policies, including device management with Microsoft Intune and Apple Business Manager, company-wide password management solutions, and backup strategies, enhancing security and compliance.
  • Contributed to product design by developing specifications and process structures, participated in user story creation through implementation and testing, and coached team members as the leader of the system administration team.
RELLIFY DEUTSCHLAND GMBH
Cologne, Germany
6 months
2020-11 - 2021-04

Developed technical concepts

SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
  • Collaborated with developers, directors, designers, and investors on client app development projects within an incubator environment.
  • Managed Microsoft, AWS, and Atlassian administration.
  • Streamlined communication flow and optimized costs and processes.
  • Developed technical concepts without coding to guide project direction.
OKANDADA INCUBATOR
Cologne, Germany
1 year 8 months
2019-03 - 2020-10

Designed and developed a fully scalable microservice backend

IT ARCHITECT / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
IT ARCHITECT / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
  • Co-founded the company and acted as the communication interface between management and the development team.
  • Designed and developed a fully scalable microservice backend using C# .NET Core, hosted on MS Azure with CosmosDB and Service Bus/GRPC communication.
  • Contributed to the development of a React Native app and a React-based homepage.
LP EUROPE GMBH
Hennef, Germany
6 months
2018-09 - 2019-02

Conducted evaluation interviews

IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT / TEAMLEAD
IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT / TEAMLEAD
  • Transitioned to a team leader role to support team members in their professional development.
  • Conducted evaluation interviews and oversaw controlling processes.
  • Managed team workload and output while maintaining development and consulting duties.
NOVACAPTA GMBH
Cologne, Germany
1 year 4 months
2017-05 - 2018-08

Designed and implemented an instrument monitoring dashboard

IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT
IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT
  • Designed and implemented an instrument monitoring dashboard for a leading biotech company.
  • Developed a .NET Core backend with SQL database programming.
  • Created a Xamarin Forms app for enhanced mobile accessibility.
NOVACAPTA GMBH
Cologne, Germany
11 months
2016-06 - 2017-04

Facilitated kick-off workshops

IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT
IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT
  • Facilitated kick-off workshops and provided consulting for a major logistics provider.
  • Led development, go-live, and support phases across multiple projects with customized JavaScript user interfaces and Nintex workflow support.
  • Conceptualized, developed, and implemented a responsive SharePoint-based intranet with company-wide content-type distribution and self-service provisioning for a manufacturing company.
  • Designed, developed, and supported a SharePoint farm solution with a .NET proxy service for a national lottery organization.
NOVACAPTA GMBH
Augsburg, Germany
3 years 9 months
2012-09 - 2016-05

Designed and implemented a SharePoint-based intranet

SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER AND CONSULTANT
SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER AND CONSULTANT
  • Completed over 60 projects as a SharePoint Developer and Consultant.
  • Designed and implemented a SharePoint-based intranet with advanced search, InfoPath, and Nintex workflows for a leading European bank.
  • Developed an ASP.NET/WCF application with full business logic in MSSQL Server for a major health insurance provider.
  • Created custom SharePoint solutions with unique designs, JS-Link views, CQWP with XSLT, InfoPath forms, and SP-Designer workflows for an automotive company.
KI BUSINESS PERFORMANCE GMBH
Cologne, Germany
4 years 5 months
2008-03 - 2012-07

Provided technical oversight and team leadership

SOFTWARE- AND SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER / TEAMLEAD
SOFTWARE- AND SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER / TEAMLEAD
  • Provided technical oversight and team leadership within the IT department.
  • Optimized diverse business processes for improved efficiency.
  • Developed software using C#, Windows Forms, SharePoint, and InfoPath.
  • Administered the international SQL Server landscape.
WANZL METALLWARENFABRIK GMBH
Leipheim, Germany

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

4 years 2 months
2003-07 - 2007-08

COMPUTER SCIENCE STUDY

University Aalen
University Aalen
SPECIALIZING IN MEDIA INFORMATICS (INCOMPLETE)

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Microsoft Azure IT Architectures IT-Betrieb Microsoft 365 Cloud Architecture Cloud Migration IT Infrastructure IT Consulting IT Project Management Jira Confluence Process Optimization IT Governance Power BI Data Analytics DevOps CI/CD Identity & Access Management IT Security Vendor Management Stakeholder Management Technical Documentation Troubleshooting / Root Cause Analysis

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

ABOUT MYSELF

With over 16 years of experience in the IT industry spanning consulting, software development, IT architecture, and team leadership, I am a versatile problem-solver dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for any organization. Known as a 'Swiss army knife,' I bring strategic insight, technical expertise, and operational leadership. In my recent role as Chief of Staff, I earned the full trust of executive leadership, aligning cross-functional teams to realize company goals and drive success. I thrive on tackling complex challenges, implementing efficient systems, and fostering team cohesion to support both daily operations and long-term vision.


Aquired Skills

I possess a diverse set of skills, including C#, .NET Core, JavaScript and extensive experience in SharePoint Development and SharePoint Consulting. My expertise in Microservices Architecture complements my experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Cloud Computing, as well as my proficiency in SQL, DevOps practices, and CI/CD Pipelines. I am well-versed in Atlassian Tools like Jira and Confluence, which support my strengths in Team Leadership, Project Management, and Software Architecture. With a background in Mobile App Development, both Backend and Frontend Development, I excel at Problem-Solving, Strategic Planning, and Process Optimization. Additionally, I have a strong focus on Security and Compliance, Negotiation Skills, and Funding Acquisition. I am experienced in Coaching and Mentoring team members and am bilingual in English and German.

Einsatzorte

Einsatzorte

Deutschland, Schweiz, Österreich
möglich

Projekte

Projekte

3 years 7 months
2021-05 - 2024-11

Managed and configured all major technical systems

CHIEF OF STAFF
CHIEF OF STAFF
  • Entrusted by C-level executives, particularly the CTO, to identify and resolve structural, procedural, and informational challenges autonomously, ensuring company success.
  • Led the overhaul of the company's communication infrastructure by migrating from Google Workspace and Slack to Microsoft Teams, organizing and enhancing overall communication.
  • Managed and configured all major technical systems - including Google Cloud, AWS, Atlassian, Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange, Teams, OpenAI, and Zyte - overseeing user management, billing, and technical setups.
  • Secured ?350,000 in EU funding and $50,000 in AWS credits by identifying financing opportunities and negotiating favorable terms with third-party providers.
  • Established comprehensive IT processes and security policies, including device management with Microsoft Intune and Apple Business Manager, company-wide password management solutions, and backup strategies, enhancing security and compliance.
  • Contributed to product design by developing specifications and process structures, participated in user story creation through implementation and testing, and coached team members as the leader of the system administration team.
RELLIFY DEUTSCHLAND GMBH
Cologne, Germany
6 months
2020-11 - 2021-04

Developed technical concepts

SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
  • Collaborated with developers, directors, designers, and investors on client app development projects within an incubator environment.
  • Managed Microsoft, AWS, and Atlassian administration.
  • Streamlined communication flow and optimized costs and processes.
  • Developed technical concepts without coding to guide project direction.
OKANDADA INCUBATOR
Cologne, Germany
1 year 8 months
2019-03 - 2020-10

Designed and developed a fully scalable microservice backend

IT ARCHITECT / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
IT ARCHITECT / SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
  • Co-founded the company and acted as the communication interface between management and the development team.
  • Designed and developed a fully scalable microservice backend using C# .NET Core, hosted on MS Azure with CosmosDB and Service Bus/GRPC communication.
  • Contributed to the development of a React Native app and a React-based homepage.
LP EUROPE GMBH
Hennef, Germany
6 months
2018-09 - 2019-02

Conducted evaluation interviews

IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT / TEAMLEAD
IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT / TEAMLEAD
  • Transitioned to a team leader role to support team members in their professional development.
  • Conducted evaluation interviews and oversaw controlling processes.
  • Managed team workload and output while maintaining development and consulting duties.
NOVACAPTA GMBH
Cologne, Germany
1 year 4 months
2017-05 - 2018-08

Designed and implemented an instrument monitoring dashboard

IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT
IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT
  • Designed and implemented an instrument monitoring dashboard for a leading biotech company.
  • Developed a .NET Core backend with SQL database programming.
  • Created a Xamarin Forms app for enhanced mobile accessibility.
NOVACAPTA GMBH
Cologne, Germany
11 months
2016-06 - 2017-04

Facilitated kick-off workshops

IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT
IT ARCHITECT / CONSULTANT
  • Facilitated kick-off workshops and provided consulting for a major logistics provider.
  • Led development, go-live, and support phases across multiple projects with customized JavaScript user interfaces and Nintex workflow support.
  • Conceptualized, developed, and implemented a responsive SharePoint-based intranet with company-wide content-type distribution and self-service provisioning for a manufacturing company.
  • Designed, developed, and supported a SharePoint farm solution with a .NET proxy service for a national lottery organization.
NOVACAPTA GMBH
Augsburg, Germany
3 years 9 months
2012-09 - 2016-05

Designed and implemented a SharePoint-based intranet

SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER AND CONSULTANT
SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER AND CONSULTANT
  • Completed over 60 projects as a SharePoint Developer and Consultant.
  • Designed and implemented a SharePoint-based intranet with advanced search, InfoPath, and Nintex workflows for a leading European bank.
  • Developed an ASP.NET/WCF application with full business logic in MSSQL Server for a major health insurance provider.
  • Created custom SharePoint solutions with unique designs, JS-Link views, CQWP with XSLT, InfoPath forms, and SP-Designer workflows for an automotive company.
KI BUSINESS PERFORMANCE GMBH
Cologne, Germany
4 years 5 months
2008-03 - 2012-07

Provided technical oversight and team leadership

SOFTWARE- AND SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER / TEAMLEAD
SOFTWARE- AND SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER / TEAMLEAD
  • Provided technical oversight and team leadership within the IT department.
  • Optimized diverse business processes for improved efficiency.
  • Developed software using C#, Windows Forms, SharePoint, and InfoPath.
  • Administered the international SQL Server landscape.
WANZL METALLWARENFABRIK GMBH
Leipheim, Germany

Aus- und Weiterbildung

Aus- und Weiterbildung

4 years 2 months
2003-07 - 2007-08

COMPUTER SCIENCE STUDY

University Aalen
University Aalen
SPECIALIZING IN MEDIA INFORMATICS (INCOMPLETE)

Kompetenzen

Kompetenzen

Top-Skills

Microsoft Azure IT Architectures IT-Betrieb Microsoft 365 Cloud Architecture Cloud Migration IT Infrastructure IT Consulting IT Project Management Jira Confluence Process Optimization IT Governance Power BI Data Analytics DevOps CI/CD Identity & Access Management IT Security Vendor Management Stakeholder Management Technical Documentation Troubleshooting / Root Cause Analysis

Produkte / Standards / Erfahrungen / Methoden

ABOUT MYSELF

With over 16 years of experience in the IT industry spanning consulting, software development, IT architecture, and team leadership, I am a versatile problem-solver dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for any organization. Known as a 'Swiss army knife,' I bring strategic insight, technical expertise, and operational leadership. In my recent role as Chief of Staff, I earned the full trust of executive leadership, aligning cross-functional teams to realize company goals and drive success. I thrive on tackling complex challenges, implementing efficient systems, and fostering team cohesion to support both daily operations and long-term vision.


Aquired Skills

I possess a diverse set of skills, including C#, .NET Core, JavaScript and extensive experience in SharePoint Development and SharePoint Consulting. My expertise in Microservices Architecture complements my experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Cloud Computing, as well as my proficiency in SQL, DevOps practices, and CI/CD Pipelines. I am well-versed in Atlassian Tools like Jira and Confluence, which support my strengths in Team Leadership, Project Management, and Software Architecture. With a background in Mobile App Development, both Backend and Frontend Development, I excel at Problem-Solving, Strategic Planning, and Process Optimization. Additionally, I have a strong focus on Security and Compliance, Negotiation Skills, and Funding Acquisition. I am experienced in Coaching and Mentoring team members and am bilingual in English and German.

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