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Tobias Oberrauch

Python Developer

Tobias Oberrauch
Holzmaden, Germany

Experience

Jan 2023 - Jul 2024
1 year 7 months

Python Developer

BundesMessenger

  • Implementing new features in the admin backend

  • Automated tests (unit, E2E)

  • Architecture coordination with external partners

  • Features: user management, room control, release automation.

Jun 2022 - Jan 2025
2 years 8 months

AI Solution Architect

  • Development of a secure, generative AI platform for clients with demanding data and process requirements

  • Fine-tuning and deployment of Mistral/GPT architectures

  • Building vector databases, LangChain/RAG integration

  • Using LangFuse, Ollama, PyTorch, Entra ID for governance

  • Technologies: React, FastAPI, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, Azure, LangChain

  • Outcome: Productive, scalable LLM infrastructure integrated with SharePoint, Active Directory & company data rooms.

Dec 2021 - May 2022
6 months

Data Engineer & ML Architect

Encavis

  • Migration of historical production and demand data to a scalable forecasting platform for load and resource planning

  • Data architecture and forecasting logic with PySpark and Azure Synapse

  • Development of a forecasting pipeline for input volumes

  • CI/CD automation and go-live support

  • Technologies: Azure Synapse, Terraform, FastAPI, Data Factory, MLOps

  • Outcome: Real-time planning and forecasting based on energy data, improved resource management.

Nov 2020 - Jan 2021
3 months

Data Engineer

Wolters Kluwer

  • Development of a new Synapse data platform for improved customer analysis and offer management

  • Architecture design and implementation with PySpark, Synapse & Power BI

  • Conducting internal training sessions.

Feb 2020 - Jan 2022
2 years

Machine Learning Engineer & AI Architect

Porsche

  • Implementation of the five levels of autonomous manufacturing at Porsche – from basic monitoring to real-time optimization

  • Building AI-powered quality and production forecasts (Level 2–5)

  • Multi-sensor integration, machine learning models with AWS Lambda & SageMaker

  • Real-time analysis and process adjustment in the production line

  • Technologies: PyTorch, AWS Lambda, CDK, React, MLOps, Kubernetes

  • Outcome: Optimized utilization, more accurate planning, early warning system for bottlenecks.

Oct 2019 - Mar 2020
6 months

DevOps Engineer

Daimler

  • Development of a microservices infrastructure to connect electric charging stations in a greenfield project

  • Establishment of scalable CI/CD pipelines with Docker, Kubernetes and Azure DevOps for production-like applications.

Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
1 year 1 month

Cloud Engineer

Bosch

  • Planning and implementing the migration of a CMS to a highly available Azure infrastructure

  • Focus on disaster recovery, performance optimization and security design

  • Use of SQL Server, Key Vault and Terraform.

Nov 2015 - Jun 2018
2 years 8 months

Technical Lead

Simplicity

  • Building and operating a Kubernetes-based data platform in an agile team environment

  • Responsible for process design, coaching and structured data flows for continuous optimization of internal services.

Jan 2012 - Dec 2014
3 years

Fullstack Developer

1&1

  • Development of core modules for the 1&1 MyWebsite

  • Focus on introducing automated tests.

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 (6 years), Telecommunication (3 years), Automotive (2.5 years), and Energy (0.5 years).

Information Technology
Telecommunication
Automotive
Energy

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 (10 years), Quality Assurance (6.5 years), Business Intelligence (3 years), Product Development (2.5 years), Operations (2.5 years), and Production (2 years).

Information Technology
Quality Assurance
Business Intelligence
Product Development
Operations
Production

Summary

“I'm the right person if you're not after another AI experiment but a solution you can actually use in production”

What you're planning, I've already done…

You're looking for an experienced professional for conceptual consulting on using artificial intelligence (AI) in forecast-based production and workforce planning. The goal is a practical approach to predict customer orders, enabling data-based operational actions like vacation planning and capacity control.

Your requirement – My experience:

Years of leading AI projects – e.g., building AI consulting for large clients in regulated industries, developing custom RAG architectures.

At Porsche: 5 levels of autonomous manufacturing, predictive models in production processes, predictive maintenance solutions.

Developed order volume forecasts at Encavis, production utilization forecasts, time series analysis with LSTM, Prophet, XGBoost.

Project work with production data, ERP integration, SCM and operational planning; KPI-driven optimization at Porsche, Encavis, Wolters Kluwer.

Presentations at insurance groups, reinsurers, and automakers; led workshops and strategic briefings with C-level.

End-to-end development and concept (Use Case → Architecture → Implementation) in projects like BundesMessenger, Azure Synapse migrations, and ChatGPT alternatives.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

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Where is Tobias based?

Tobias is based in Holzmaden, Germany.

What languages does Tobias speak?

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

How many years of experience does Tobias have?

Tobias has at least 12 years of experience. During this time, Tobias has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that Tobias may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Tobias be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Tobias would be well-suited for roles such as: Python Developer, AI Solution Architect, Data Engineer & ML Architect.

What is Tobias's latest experience?

Tobias's most recent position is Python Developer at BundesMessenger.

What companies has Tobias worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Tobias has worked for BundesMessenger, Encavis, and Porsche.

Which industries is Tobias most experienced in?

Tobias is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Telecommunication, and Automotive. Tobias also has some experience in Energy and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Tobias most experienced in?

Tobias is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Quality Assurance (QA), and Business Intelligence. Tobias also has some experience in Product Development, Operations, and Production/Manufacturing.

Which industries has Tobias worked in recently?

Tobias has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Automotive, and Energy.

Which business areas has Tobias worked in recently?

Tobias has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Information Technology (IT), and Product Development.

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