Gottfried Arens - IT Systems Analyst / Software Developer

Q: Where is Gottfried based?

Gottfried is based in Aachen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Gottfried speak?

Gottfried speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Spanish (Elementary), Italian (Elementary), Russian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Gottfried have?

Gottfried has at least 31 years of experience. During this time, Gottfried has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 12 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months . Note that Gottfried may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Gottfried's latest experience?

Gottfried's most recent position is IT Systems Analyst / Software Developer at Soft-dynamics.de .

Q: What companies has Gottfried worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Gottfried has worked for Soft-dynamics.de , European Patent Organisation (EPO) , German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) , German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA) , and Patent Application .

Q: Which industries is Gottfried most experienced in?

Gottfried is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Telecommunication , and Healthcare . Gottfried also has some experience in Professional Services , Banking and Finance , and Government and Public Administration .

Q: Which business areas is Gottfried most experienced in?

Gottfried is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Product Development , and Project Management . Gottfried also has some experience in Customer Service , Finance , and Business Intelligence .

Q: Which industries has Gottfried worked in recently?

Gottfried has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Banking and Finance , and Government and Public Administration .

Q: Which business areas has Gottfried worked in recently?

Gottfried has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Product Development , and Project Management .

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Aachen, Germany

Experience

Apr 2025 - Present

1 year

Aachen, Germany

IT Systems Analyst / Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Statistical and data analysis with visualization of securities data, price and fundamental analysis
Development of indicators and triggers with backtests

Jan 2025 - Mar 2025

3 months

IT Systems Analyst

European Patent Organisation (EPO)

Handling prior art and drafting responses to the examination report for patent applications

Jun 2024 - Jun 2024

1 month

Patent Application

European Patent Organisation (EPO)

Filing patent applications with the European Patent Organisation

Dec 2023 - Aug 2024

9 months

IT Systems Analyst

German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA)

Handling objections to patent applications
Subsequent filing considering delimitation requirements from an objection
Handling formal amendment requests for patent applications

Jul 2023 - Nov 2023

5 months

Aachen, Germany

Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Data scraping and selective extraction of data from text documents published on the Internet
Statistical analysis and visualization of data using Delphi
Software extension for the TChart component in Delphi to display data stream trends and implement trigger signals

May 2023 - Jun 2023

2 months

Germany

Patent Application

German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA)

Patent application in the field of electrical engineering, power engineering, and energy management
Drafting the application for a grid power feed blocker
Classifications: H02J 3/06, H02H 3/42, H02S 10/00

Mar 2023 - Apr 2023

2 months

Aachen, Germany

Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Development of the configurable simulation software SolarExplorer 1.00 in Delphi
Calculation of expected yield data of solar installations based on sun position and panel orientation
Calculation of current, time-dependent yield as well as daily, monthly, and yearly yield

Jan 2023 - Feb 2023

2 months

IT System Analyst

Patent Application

Patent drafting, conceptualization, and theoretical development
Preparing the patent document and conducting functional tests

Oct 2022 - Jan 2023

4 months

Aachen, Germany

Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

SmartData: data scraping, data acquisition, analysis, structuring, and visualization
Statistical evaluation and pattern recognition using Delphi

Mar 2021 - Jul 2022

1 year 5 months

Aachen, Germany

Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Design, architecture, and implementation of HASP security dongle access functions as software copy protection
Design and implementation of a statistics module (z-value module) for statistical evaluation and spectral display of real-time data streams
Extension of the hardware interface of a measurement electronics device with additional model variants
Extension of an application's multilingual support to include Spanish and French
Customer training, maintenance, and further development of software and modules

Feb 2020 - Sep 2020

8 months

Waltershausen, Germany

Software Developer

Häcker Automation GmbH

Design and development of the central software interface (DLLs) for machine control and automation
Development of DLL interfaces for SmarAct-SmarPod hardware and SmarAct LAM DLL
Placement and position optimization of lenses in the laser beam path

Oct 2019 - Jan 2020

4 months

Aachen, Germany

Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Communication with and control of USB devices
Training, maintenance and further development of in-house software products

Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

3 months

Aachen, Germany

Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Development of a software interface (DLL) for statistical evaluation (Z-score analysis) of biofeedback data
Extension of a Delphi-based software to support Spanish and French user languages

Feb 2019 - Mar 2019

2 months

Landshut, Germany

Software Developer

Deutronic Elektronik GmbH

Design of measurement protocols for the DEWETRON lab measuring device
Data acquisition from high-performance electric motors on the test bench

Oct 2018 - Dec 2018

3 months

Landshut, Germany

Software Developer

Deutronic Elektronik GmbH

Development of a software interface (DLL) for the DEWETRON lab measuring device for data acquisition from high-performance electric motors on the test bench
Delivery of the interface for communication with the DEWETRON lab power supply for the series test line, including documentation

Jan 2018 - Jun 2018

6 months

Aachen, Germany

Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Maintenance and further development of own software products (DVD interface, data views, video codec API)
Migration of a project from Delphi 7 to Delphi XE
In-house development and maintenance of analysis software for plant management and optimization
Investment evaluation and optimization using statistical analysis and machine learning algorithms
Data acquisition and market monitoring using API functions

Dec 2017 - Dec 2017

1 month

Essen, Germany

Software Developer

DMT GmbH & Co. KG

Completed software development project

Aug 2016 - Nov 2016

4 months

Essen, Germany

Software Developer

DMT GmbH & Co. KG

Extended functionality of software for calculating and graphically displaying wire rope structures

Aug 2015 - Oct 2015

3 months

Aachen, Germany

Software Developer

GKS Products - Günter Keitel

Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

2 years

Aachen, Germany

IT System Analyst / Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Software extensions and algorithmic optimization in a technical environment, as well as functional analysis and bug fixing
Performance analysis and integration of DVD and HTML interfaces using Windows APIs
Development and optimization of business analysis software, as well as customer consulting
Analysis and correction of software errors in technical projects and further development of physical simulation models
Converted a software solution from FORTRAN 77 to Delphi XE
Developed software for production control (missing parts lists, storage location and assembly lists)
Developed an interface for bidirectional communication with DataLogic handheld scanners for barcode processing
Upgraded Delphi units to control graphics displays using DirectX technology

Oct 2013 - Jan 2014

4 months

Essen, Germany

Software Developer

DMT GmbH & Co. KG

Analyzing and fixing software bugs in a technical environment
Independently reviewing and further developing mathematical and physical calculation models for simulators

Aug 2012 - Jan 2013

6 months

Essen, Germany

Software Developer

DMT GmbH & Co. KG

Analyzing, designing, and implementing complex mathematical-technical tasks

Oct 2010 - Present

15 years 6 months

Aachen, Germany

Owner / IT System Analyst / Software Developer

Soft-dynamics.de

Freelance work as an IT system analyst, software developer, and interim project manager
Focus on Embarcadero Delphi, backend software, automation, and data evaluation
Specialized in mathematical and physical calculations, software architecture, and error analysis

Oct 2010 - Jun 2011

9 months

Mönchengladbach, Germany

Software Developer

Merlin Software GmbH

Developed various standalone applications within an existing inventory management system
Successfully resolved a previously unsolved complex issue for the client

Jan 2010 - Dec 2018

9 years

IT Service Provider

Small Businesses and Private Clients

Carrying out various projects for different small businesses and private clients

Apr 2007 - Feb 2010

2 years 11 months

Aachen, Germany

Owner / System Analyst & Trainer

Soft-dynamics.de

Full-time product development: designed and built the EEG biofeedback software eBioo
Created a business plan and took part in a business plan competition
Requirements specification and design of a software solution for EEG biofeedback
Implemented software interfaces to commercially available hardware solutions
Conducted computer-based personal training sessions with individuals
Market analysis of competitors' existing software solutions
Created and optimized a commercial website, including marketing and sales

Apr 1995 - Dec 2006

11 years 9 months

Aachen, Germany

IT System Analyst / Team Leader / Local Coach

T-Systems GEI GmbH

Further developed a CRM and mobile billing system in a large international project
Trained and mentored a development team from India (5-10 people)
Responsible for software modules for receivables management (dunning) and financial accounting
Defined and developed the developer guidelines for the project-specific developer manual
Identified and optimized system performance through algorithm adjustments and code generators
Conceptualized and designed the online integration of heterogeneous database systems of mobile network operators
Designed the system architecture for error and exception handling routines of a revenue distribution system
Performed software bug fixes for core functionalities and on-call services
Designed and implemented extensive software modifications for a billing system

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 Information Technology (30.5 years), Telecommunication (11.5 years), Healthcare (3 years), Banking and Finance (1 year), Government and Administration (1 year), and Professional Services (1 year).

Information Technology

Telecommunication

Healthcare

Banking and Finance

Government and Administration

Professional Services

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 (30.5 years), Product Development (18.5 years), Project Management (15.5 years), Customer Service (13 years), Finance (11.5 years), and Business Intelligence (4 years).

Information Technology

Product Development

Project Management

Customer Service

Finance

Business Intelligence

Skills

Primary Development System

Embarcero Delphi / Backend Software, Automation & Data Evaluation

Industry Focus

Special Machinery Manufacturing
Engineering Testing Services
Production Control & Data Evaluation
Classical Machine Learning
Automation / Robotics
Simulation Software
Research And Development
Stem: Mathematics, Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Engineering
Statistics, Data Science
Mathematics/physics

Positioning By Main Tasks

Mathematical/physical Calculations
Software With Complex Command Structure / Communication Interfaces
Software Architecture / Software Concepts
Error Analysis
Team Communication, From Teamwork To Team Spirit

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Intermediate

Spanish

Elementary

Italian

Elementary

...and 1 more

Education

Diploma in Physics · Physics · Aachen, Germany

Profile

Created

September 2025

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Where is Gottfried based?

Gottfried is based in Aachen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Gottfried speak?

Gottfried speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Intermediate), Spanish (Elementary), Italian (Elementary), Russian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Gottfried have?

Gottfried has at least 31 years of experience. During this time, Gottfried has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 12 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Gottfried may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Gottfried be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Gottfried would be well-suited for roles such as: IT Systems Analyst / Software Developer, IT Systems Analyst, Patent Application.

What is Gottfried's latest experience?

Gottfried's most recent position is IT Systems Analyst / Software Developer at Soft-dynamics.de.

What companies has Gottfried worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Gottfried has worked for Soft-dynamics.de, European Patent Organisation (EPO), German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA), German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA), and Patent Application.

Which industries is Gottfried most experienced in?

Gottfried is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Telecommunication, and Healthcare. Gottfried also has some experience in Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Government and Public Administration.

Which business areas is Gottfried most experienced in?

Gottfried is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Project Management. Gottfried also has some experience in Customer Service, Finance, and Business Intelligence.

Which industries has Gottfried worked in recently?

Gottfried has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Banking and Finance, and Government and Public Administration.

Which business areas has Gottfried worked in recently?

Gottfried has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Project Management.

What is Gottfried's education?

Gottfried attended education in Physics.

What is the availability of Gottfried?

Gottfried is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Gottfried?

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