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Bastian Wegge

Software Architect

Bastian Wegge
Münster, Germany

Experience

Nov 2024 - Aug 2025
10 months

Software Architect

Echo AI

  • Developed an AI application with locally running LLMs and document processing in FastAPI with RAG, marketed to VB
  • Stack: TypeScript, Convex, TanstackStart, Python, FastAPI, LightRAG
May 2024 - Jun 2025
1 year 2 months

Software Architect

talkevent Software GmbH

  • Project rescue of a WebRTC solution for >400 savings banks
  • Stack: TypeScript, Express.js, Vue.js, MongoDB, Ubuntu
May 2023 - Present
2 years 10 months

Software Architect

The PA Company GmbH

  • Planned, implemented, and operated a SaaS solution including app development with Flutter for >3000 physician assistants
  • Stack: Python, Django, Flutter, PostgreSQL
Feb 2023 - Present
3 years 1 month

Software Architect and Developer

Heimspiel Medien GmbH

  • Planned, implemented, and maintained internal solutions
  • Stack: Golang, HTMX, Templ, MariaDB, TypeScript, React, K8s
Apr 2019 - Dec 2022
3 years 9 months

Founder / CTO

SYNTINELS GmbH

  • Founded, planned, developed, and operated a fully automated SaaS platform for procuring and analyzing publicly available company information.
  • Stack: Python (Django), TypeScript (React, MUI), Zyte, PostgreSQL
Jul 2017 - Oct 2017
4 months

Software Developer

Lokalportal GmbH

  • Rebuilding a legacy application
  • Stack: React, AngularJS
Sep 2016 - Mar 2017
7 months

Software Architect

QimiQ Handels GmbH

  • Planning & development of a recipe database (rdb.qimiq.com)
  • Stack: Ruby on Rails, React
Nov 2015 - Present
10 years 4 months

Managing Director

Crossbow GmbH

  • Founding, project planning, optimization of shared technologies: see focus areas
Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
1 year 1 month

Software Developer

NeoKreativ UG

  • Automated analysis of international markets (including Amazon)
  • Stack: MEAN.js, Redis, Ansible, smartOS
Apr 2015 - Aug 2018
3 years 5 months

Software Developer

ACC Columbia Jet Service

  • Planning and development of a SaaS solution for the aviation sector
  • Stack: Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, TDS
Apr 2015 - Sep 2016
1 year 6 months

Software Architect, Consultant

NCR Corporation

  • Developed a digital signage solution for Postbank
  • Stack: MEAN.js, Ansible, smartOS
Dec 2014 - May 2015
6 months

Software Developer, Consultant

Crowd IP GmbH

  • Planned and developed a crowdfunding platform for patents
  • Stack: Ruby on Rails, Angular, PostgreSQL, Docker, AWS
Dec 2014 - Feb 2015
3 months

Software Developer

swapr

  • Game development in Swift / Xcode
  • Stack: Swift, iAd, Game Center SDK
Apr 2014 - Dec 2023
9 years 9 months

Software Architect and Developer

Mangano GmbH

  • Planned, implemented, and maintained a fully automated quality management SaaS for over 1000 pharmacies.
  • Stack: Ruby on Rails, Docker, JavaScript, PostgreSQL
Dec 2013 - Jan 2014
2 months

Software Developer

Luum GmbH

  • Rapid prototyping in two projects
  • Stack: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Apr 2013 - Nov 2013
8 months

Software Developer, Consultant

HEIM:SPIEL Medien GmbH

  • Integrated a SCRUM development process and set up a CI process to demonstrate Test-Driven Development
  • Stack: XML / XSL, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Aug 2012 - Nov 2013
1 year 4 months

Project Manager, Software Developer

ALDI SÜD IT + Unit-M

  • Coordinated project management, planning & development in .NET using C#, WCF/LINQ, and implemented services with NodeJS
  • Stack: ASP.NET, WCF, NodeJS
Jul 2011 - Dec 2012
1 year 6 months

Software Developer

Miele & Cie. KG

  • Worked on the "Miele Sales Template"
  • Stack: J2EE, SAP CRM (ABAP), Eclipse J2EE
Oct 2009 - Mar 2012
2 years 6 months

Software Developer

Miele & Cie. KG

  • Developed several applications for the "project status report" for reporting and controlling all Miele projects to senior management.
  • Stack: ASP.NET MVC, C#, MSSQL, MS Reporting Services
Sep 2009 - Jul 2011
1 year 11 months

Software Developer, CAD System Designer

Miele & Cie. KG

  • Optimized the internal CAD workflow with three self-initiated projects in CAA C++ (CATIA - 3ds.com). Automated the analysis and adjustment of geometric data.
  • Stack: AIX, C++, CAA, CATIA
Sep 2009 - Feb 2010
6 months

Software Developer

Miele & Cie. KG

  • Developed an internal Java tool to analyze available resources and optimize the loaded extensions of CAD programs for engineers and designers.
  • Stack: AIX, C++, Java, MS SQL

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Healthcare (12 years), Information Technology (11.5 years), Media and Entertainment (3.5 years), Aerospace and Defense (3.5 years), Manufacturing (3.5 years), and Banking and Finance (2.5 years).

Healthcare
Information Technology
Media and Entertainment
Aerospace and Defense
Manufacturing
Banking and Finance

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Information Technology (16 years), Product Development (14.5 years), Project Management (11.5 years), Operations (10.5 years), Business Intelligence (7 years), and Sales (1.5 years).

Information Technology
Product Development
Project Management
Operations
Business Intelligence
Sales

Summary

Bastian Wegge is a software developer, coach, and expert in web architecture and development, continuous integration, code review, and code rescue.

Skills

Activities:

  • Software Architecture For On-premise / Air-gapped Environments
  • Software Development
  • External Code Reviews
  • Project & Code Rescue
  • It-visions Training Expert For Typescript, React, Node.js

Focus Areas:

  • Web Development
  • Saas Operation & Optimization
  • Continuous Integration
  • Test-driven Development
  • Docker / Virtualization

Programming Languages:

  • Javascript: Very Good (2002-present)
  • Html/css: Very Good (2002-present)
  • Typescript: Very Good (2018-present)
  • Ruby: Very Good (2012-present)
  • Golang: Very Good (2022-present)
  • Python: Good (2019-present)
  • C#: Good (2010-2015)
  • C++ (Caa): Good (2009-2012)
  • Java: Good (2007-present)
  • Bash / Fish: Good (2011-present)

Databases:

  • Postgresql
  • Mongodb
  • Mysql / Mariadb

Continuous Integration:

  • Gitlab Ci
  • Github Actions
  • Jenkins

Specialties:

  • Test-driven Development
  • End-to-end Testing With Playwright
  • Webrtc Video Calling
  • Websockets
  • Workflow Automation
  • Keyboard Customization

Frontend:

  • React (Very Good)
  • Vue.js (Very Good)
  • Angular (Professional)
  • Htmx (Very Good)
  • Templ (Very Good, Slack Community Guide)
  • Tailwindcss V3/v4 (Very Good)
  • Ui Frameworks: Shadcn/ui / Mui / Antd (Very Good)
  • State Management: Redux, Zustand, Pinia (Very Good)
  • Mobile First Development / Progressive Enhancement
  • Progressive Web Apps (Pwa)

Backend:

  • Node.js / Express.js (Very Good)
  • Ruby On Rails (Very Good)
  • Python / Django (Very Good)
  • Gofiber / Chi / Golang (Very Good)
  • Restful Apis & Openapi / Swagger (Very Good)

Operating Systems:

  • Unix (Ubuntu, Centos, Smartos, Mac Os X)
  • Windows (Nt - Xp - 7/8/9/10)
  • Ios (Including App Store Deployments)

Development Environments:

  • Jetbrains Products: Webstorm / Pycharm / Datagrip / Rubymine
  • Visual Studio Enterprise
  • Vs Code
  • Vim / Neovim
  • Unity

Other Skills And Experience:

  • Git + Git-flow
  • Docker & Kubernetes
  • Message Queues (Redis, Rabbitmq)
  • Authentication & Authorization (Jwt, Oauth)
  • Elk (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)
  • Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator
  • Microsoft Office

Languages

German
Native
English
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Where is Bastian based?

Bastian is based in Münster, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Bastian speak?

Bastian speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Bastian have?

Bastian has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Bastian has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 18 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 9 months. Note that Bastian may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Bastian be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Bastian would be well-suited for roles such as: Software Architect, Software Architect and Developer, Founder / CTO.

What is Bastian's latest experience?

Bastian's most recent position is Software Architect at Echo AI.

What companies has Bastian worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Bastian has worked for Echo AI, talkevent Software GmbH, The PA Company GmbH, Heimspiel Medien GmbH, and SYNTINELS GmbH.

Which industries is Bastian most experienced in?

Bastian is most experienced in industries like Healthcare, Information Technology (IT), Media, and Entertainment and Publishing. Bastian also has some experience in Aerospace and Defense, Manufacturing, and Banking and Finance.

Which business areas is Bastian most experienced in?

Bastian is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Project Management. Bastian also has some experience in Operations, Business Intelligence, and Sales.

Which industries has Bastian worked in recently?

Bastian has recently worked in industries like Healthcare, Information Technology (IT), Media, and Entertainment and Publishing.

Which business areas has Bastian worked in recently?

Bastian has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Operations.

What is the availability of Bastian?

Bastian is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Bastian?

Bastian's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

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