Peter Achilles

IT Consultant

Kirchheimbolanden, Germany

Experience

Jun 2024 - Dec 2025
7 months

IT Consultant

Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation

  • Development of automated software tests (unit-, integration-, regression- and end-2-end-tests).

Applied Technologies:

  • Playwright
  • Vitest
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Vue3
  • Go
  • REST API
  • CI/CD
  • Docker
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Scrum
  • Jira.
Feb 2024 - Apr 2024
3 months

Senior Software Engineer

021 Software GmbH

  • Further development of the market research application Horizon ([link]

Applied Technologies:

  • TypeScript
  • React
  • GraphQL
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Kanban.
Feb 2024 - Apr 2024
3 months

Senior Software Engineer

58agents GmbH

  • Development of a platform that extracts projects with definable search terms from all job platforms and displays them uniformly formatted. Features: User accounts, search term management, application status, etc.

Applied Technologies:

  • Webscraping
  • Python
  • Django
  • Playwright
  • Beautiful Soup
  • PHP
  • Laravel
  • Livewire
  • Blade
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Docker
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Kanban.
Jan 2024 - May 2024
5 months

IT Consultant

Rawfood Association e.V.

  • Development of a web application for the declaration, approval and representation of raw/organic food products.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • Laravel
  • Vue3
  • Livewire
  • Inertia.js
  • Vite
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Axios
  • Vuetify
  • HTML5
  • Tailwind CSS
  • MySQL
  • Vitest
  • Vue Test Utils
  • Git.
Jan 2022 - Jun 2023
6 months

IT Consultant

KiK Textilien und Non-Food GmbH

  • Implementation of new features and bug fixes for a complex e-commerce website.

Applied Technologies:

  • Vue2
  • Nuxt2
  • Vue-Storefront
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • GraphQL
  • Magnolia
  • SCSS
  • Git
  • GitLab
  • Scrum
  • Jira
  • Confluence.
Jun 2022 - Jan 2023
8 months

Senior Software Engineer

Richard Wolf GmbH

  • Frontend development for medical OR equipment and integration of various microfrontends for surgical devices.
  • Creation of a touchscreen dashboard and a new microfrontend for managing cameras and monitors. Features include drag-and-drop assignment of sources to monitors, camera previews, assignable split-screen presets, video recording functions, and more.
  • Creation of automated tests with Playwright and Vitest.

Applied Technologies:

  • Vue3
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • Webpack
  • Vite
  • Node.js
  • Microfrontends
  • Single-SPA
  • Pinia
  • Naive UI
  • Video-Routing
  • WebRTC
  • Java
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • SCSS
  • Storybook
  • Playwright
  • Vitest
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • Kanban
  • Jira
  • Confluence.
Apr 2022 - Jun 2022
3 months

Senior Software Engineer

Lunatic

  • Development of a customized ERP system with special features like batch management, goods flow control, and packaging quantity flow.
  • Implementation of a REST connection to Billbee for data retrieval and generation of custom reports.

Applied Technologies:

  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js
  • Vue3
  • Nuxt3
  • Vuetify
  • Express.js
  • Axios
  • Vite
  • HTML5
  • SCSS
  • MySQL
  • REST-API
  • Vitest
  • Vue Test Utils
  • Mercurial.
Feb 2022 - Apr 2022
3 months

Senior Software Engineer

Lunatic

  • Development of a dynamic web application for visualizing selectable scales for guitar and bass with four to ten strings.
  • The application offers various features and a test game, as seen on guitar.lunatic.eu.
  • Setting up the CI/CD pipeline.

Applied Technologies:

  • JavaScript
  • Vue3
  • Nuxt3
  • HTML5
  • SCSS
  • Vite
  • Mercurial
  • GitLab CI/CD.
Dec 2021 - Apr 2022
5 months

Senior Software Engineer

Lunatic

  • Development of a multi-strategic cryptocurrency trading bot.
  • Implementation of various algorithms and conducting experiments with numerous trading indicators.
  • Backtesting and fine-tuning to optimize performance.

Applied Technologies:

  • Python
  • Django
  • Dash
  • Plotly
  • Mercurial.
Oct 2021 - Oct 2021
1 month

Senior Software Engineer

Lunatic

  • Adaptation of previously created interfaces between the accounting system Taxpool and both e-commerce platforms Amazon and eBay to support the new report formats.

Applied Technologies:

  • C++
  • Mercurial.
Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
3 months

Senior Engineer

Gorillas Technologies GmbH

  • Development of a kite with a wingspan of 150 cm, serving as a customer gift.

Applied Technologies:

  • Python
  • Rhinoceros.
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021
1 month

Senior Software Engineer

Lunatic

  • Development of a script for converting the eBay transaction report into importable Datev accounting entries.

Applied Technologies:

  • C++
  • Mercurial.
Jun 2020 - Jun 2020
1 month

Senior Software Engineer

Lunatic

  • Development of a script for converting the Amazon transaction report into importable Datev accounting entries.

Applied Technologies:

  • C++
  • Mercurial.
Feb 2017 - Jun 2017
5 months

Senior Software Engineer

Lunatic

  • Development of a script for automated creation of an injection-moldable CAD design for a citrus press within the CAD application Rhinoceros.
  • The design is controlled by constants and arrays.

Applied Technologies:

  • Python
  • Rhinoceros
  • Mercurial.
Jan 2013 - Feb 2017
4 years 2 months

Software Developer

Lunatic

  • Development of a script for automated creation of a CAD plan for a traction kite, comprised of an inflatable framework, an upper sail, a lower sail, and a stabilization sail.
  • The script creates a 3D object and a 2D development within the CAD application Rhinoceros, production-ready with sewing points, seam allowances, and other markings.
  • The design process is controlled solely by specifying numerical parameters and arrays containing Boolean values, quantities, lengths, diameters, and angles that define the traction kite.

Applied Technologies:

  • Python
  • C++
  • Visual Basic
  • Rhinoceros
  • Mercurial.
Sep 2011 - Jun 2020
8 years 10 months

Software Engineer

Raytheon Professional Services GmbH

  • Development of web-based e-learning and training management software for major clients.
  • Application development.
  • Technical responsibility for specification analysis.
  • Design and implementation of software components.
  • Further development and troubleshooting of existing systems.
  • Monitoring of production systems.
  • Testing and release of new software components.
  • 2nd and 3rd level support.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery
  • Node.js
  • C#
  • .NET
  • Visual Basic
  • Java
  • Groovy
  • Selenium
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Bootstrap
  • Drupal
  • Twig
  • CVS
  • Git
  • Liferay
  • Oracle SQL
  • Oracle APEX
  • PL/SQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • Jira
  • Confluence
  • Docent
  • Moodle
  • Totara
  • Kanban.
Jun 2011 - Jun 2013
2 years 1 month

Senior Engineer

SVMtec GmbH

  • EU project: Development of an innovative, inflatable traction kite for power generation and ship towing.
  • Creation of CAD designs.
  • Coordination of prototype production and active participation in the testing phase.

Applied Technologies:

  • Visual Basic
  • Rhinoceros
  • Mercurial.
Jul 2010 - Aug 2011
1 year 2 months

Software Engineer

Raytheon Professional Services GmbH

  • Implementation of a new user interface for the Learning Management System GM-Academy.
  • Implementation of the specified style guide.
  • Development of new functions.
  • Improvement of the overall application.
  • Bug fixing and regular maintenance work.

Applied Technologies:

  • JavaScript
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Oracle SQL
  • PL/SQL
  • Oracle APEX
  • Selenium
  • CVS
  • Kanban.
Feb 2010 - Jul 2010
6 months

Senior Software Engineer

Lunatic

  • Development of a community web platform that enables kiteboarders, manufacturers, kite schools, and kite shops to register events.
  • Users can list registered businesses and events using a search function or explore them visually on an interactive world map.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • AJAX
  • JSON
  • XHTML
  • CSS
  • Google Maps API.
Dec 2009 - Feb 2010
3 months

Senior Software Engineer

European Country Living GmbH

  • Development of a payment module for Joomla/Virtuemart to process credit card transactions with the payment provider B+S Card.
  • Implementation of new webshop functions and bug fixes.
  • Optimization of performance and user-friendliness.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • XHTML
  • CSS.
Mar 2009 - Nov 2009
9 months

Senior Software Engineer

Image Media Production GmbH

  • Development of a custom photo community platform.
  • Implementation of features such as photo contests, personal galleries, community galleries, and votings.
  • Deployment of the application.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • AJAX
  • XHTML
  • CSS.
Feb 2009 - Feb 2009
1 month

Graphic Designer

A.I.R. GmbH

  • Architectural visualization of the company building and residence based on a provided DXF file.

Applied Technologies:

  • Rhinoceros
  • Softimage XSI
  • Photoshop
  • Corel Photo Paint.
Jan 2009 - Feb 2009
2 months

Web Developer

Bauelemente Ussner UG

  • Development of a custom shipping module.
  • Modifications.
  • Bugfixes.
  • Search engine optimization and maintenance work.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • XHTML
  • CSS
  • SEO.
May 2008 - Sep 2008
5 months

Graphic Designer

Skywalk GmbH u. Co.KG

  • 3D visualization and animation of traction kites for print media and web.

Applied Technologies:

  • AutoCAD
  • Softimage XSI
  • Photoshop
  • Corel Photo Paint.
Jan 2008 - Feb 2008
2 months

Web Developer

Bauelemente Ussner UG

  • Installation of a new webshop (OSIS Online Shop).
  • Data migration.
  • Implementation of a custom webshop function for goods sold by the meter (cutting).
  • Bugfixes.
  • Search engine optimization.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • XHTML
  • CSS
  • SEO.
Aug 2007 - Dec 2008
5 months

3D Developer

Lunatic

  • Development of a photorealistic, animatable human 3D figure (female).

Applied Technologies:

  • Softimage XSI
  • JScript
  • Photoshop
  • Corel.
Aug 2007 - Aug 2007
1 month

Web Developer

Image Media Production GmbH

  • Programming of a dynamic photo gallery and various contact and inquiry forms.

Applied Technologies:

  • Rhinoceros
  • Softimage XSI
  • Photoshop
  • Corel Photo Paint.
Jan 2007 - Jul 2007
7 months

Software Developer

Sky Sport Lanka LTD

  • Development of a CRM system for a paraglider manufacturer. Features include customer-specific products (B2B), ordering function, order modification, production status tracking, reorders, material management, etc.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • XHTML
  • CSS
  • Flash
  • ActionScript.
Sep 2006 - Dec 2006
4 months

Web Developer

Hufgesundheit

  • Development of a user-friendly content management system.
  • Creation of a homepage based on the custom-developed CMS.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • JavaScript
  • XHTML
  • CSS.
Mar 2005 - Apr 2025
20 years 2 months

Fullstack-Developer

Lunatic

  • Development of an AI-supported web application about nutritional values of food products, as seen on nutri.lunatic.eu.
  • Setting up the CI/CD pipeline.

Applied Technologies:

  • OpenAI
  • TypeScript
  • Vue3
  • Nuxt.js
  • HTML5
  • Tailwind CSS
  • PostgreSQL
  • REST API
  • FoodData Central API
  • Daisy UI
  • Vite
  • Git
  • GitLab CI/CD.
Jan 2004 - Feb 2025
20 years 2 months

Frontend-Developer

Achilles

  • Development of a CV-Builder (German and English) with PDF export for creating and maintaining this resume.

Applied Technologies:

  • JavaScript
  • Vue3
  • JSDoc
  • jsPDF
  • PDFMake
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Bootstrap
  • Vite
  • Git
  • GitHub.
Jan 2004 - Dec 2005
1 year

Web Developer

Striehl GmbH, Art & Nail Design, Lunatic

  • Creation of internet presences, some including a web shop, corporate design, and/or graphics.

Applied Technologies:

  • PHP
  • JavaScript
  • MySQL
  • XHTML
  • CSS
  • Photoshop
  • DAZ-3D
  • Corel Photo Paint.
May 2004 - Present
21 years 2 months

CEO

Lunatic

  • Company foundation.
  • Development of traction kites and required software.
  • Distribution of kiteboarding equipment.
  • From 2018: Distribution of organic superfoods (Private Labeling).
  • Creation and maintenance of own web shops.
  • Administration of the Debian web server.
  • Marketing and SEO.
  • Corporate Design.
  • Accounting and its automation.

Applied Technologies:

  • Python
  • Django
  • C++
  • PHP
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Visual Basic
  • VBA
  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • SCSS
  • Vue3
  • Nuxt3
  • Node.js
  • REST
  • WordPress
  • Rhinoceros
  • Blender
  • Softimage XSI
  • Corel Photo Paint
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Inkscape
  • Pixelmator
  • Affinity Suite
  • GIT
  • Mercurial
  • Linux
  • MacOS
  • Windows
  • Bash.
Jan 2002 - Mar 2002
3 months

Energy Data Manager

Hamburgische Elektricitätswerke (HEW)

  • Conducting statistical analyses and risk simulations.
  • Evaluation of power procurement strategies.
  • Development of VBA tools for:
  • Statistical analysis.
  • Procurement optimization.
  • Price calculation.
  • Comprehensive data processing.

Applied Technologies:

  • Visual Basic
  • Excel
  • Access
  • VBA.
Feb 2001 - Dec 2002
11 months

Energy Data Manager

VASA Energy (HEW)

  • Creation of delivery schedules and load forecasts.
  • Simulation of control energy risks for various pricing models.
  • Verification of control energy billing.
  • Development of VBA tools for:
  • Analysis of load profiles.
  • Simulation of control energy costs.
  • Creation of delivery schedules.
  • Load forecasts.

Applied Technologies:

  • Visual Basic
  • VBA
  • Excel.
Jul 2000 - Oct 2010
10 years 4 months

Research Assistant

Institute for Technical Combustion - University of Hannover

  • Conducting research work for the DFG project Heat transfer to the combustion chamber boundary in the field of Internal Combustion Engines.
  • Supervision of endurance tests of passenger car timing belt drives.
  • Support of the lecture Heat Transfer.

Applied Technologies:

  • Thermodynamics
  • Heat Transfer.

Summary

With over 20 years of experience in web development, particularly in e-commerce, learning management systems, and ERP systems, I have successfully contributed to numerous projects as a freelancer, employee, or entrepreneur. My technical background as a Mechanical Engineering graduate enables me to effectively participate in multidisciplinary projects.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
Portuguese
Intermediate
French
Elementary

Education

Oct 1992 - Feb 2000

TU Kaiserslautern

Diploma · Mechanical Engineering · Kaiserslautern, Germany · 1.3

Oct 1991 - Oct 1992

TU Kaiserslautern

Technical Mathematics for Mechanical Engineering · Kaiserslautern, Germany

Jun 1981 - Jun 1985

Dhahran Academy

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia