I am a certified Software Architect (iSAQB, TOGAF) and Full-Stack Software Developer with 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise consulting, startups, self-employment, and applied research. I hold a PhD in computer science and have made two patent applications in the area of digital text watermarking. My work concentrates on building secure, scalable systems and promoting modern DevSecOps practices (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD). I contribute to open-source projects on GitHub and serve as a Committer at the Eclipse Foundation. Outside of work, I enjoy sharing ideas on my tech blog and staying active through music, badminton, photography, board games, and volunteer work.
More detailsSoftware Architect & Research Associate
2021 - Present
As Technical Lead of the "Data Driven Solutions" team, I coordinate, design, and implement software systems and architectures. Working directly with industry customers, my role spans the full project lifecycle from scoping, acquisition, and development to risk management and final delivery.
Managing Director
2014 - Present
Own business, supporting clients in development and technical consulting with a focus on web design, frontend, and backend development.
Full Stack Web Developer
2014 - 2021
I was the lead developer of a customer relationship management (CRM) system. I was further involved in several individual development projects of different small- and mid-sized companies. Main tech stack: Frontend (HTML, CSS, JS), Backend (PHP), Database (MySQL).
Technical Support Consultant
2019 - 2020
Working in the "studIT" department by supporting students and employees in different technical cases.
Intern Consulting & Development
2019 - 2020
Working as a developer and consultant in the departments:
(i) Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations, and
(ii) Customer Experience Solutions (CXS) with SAP C/4HANA.
Dortmund University
2023 - 2026
Department of Computer Science, Chair XIV - Software Engineering.
Doctoral dissertation title: "Strengthening Data Sovereignty Through Digital Text Watermarking".
Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
2018 - 2021
Best degree in the last 6 semesters.
Master thesis topic: "Leveraging the Potential of Machine Learning for the Vehicle Relocation Problem in Free-Floating Carsharing Systems".
Sichuan University (四川大学), China
2018
Classes:
(i) Intercultural Communication for Global Leadership, and
(ii) Mobile and Wireless Communications.
Clausthal University of Technology
2015 - 2018
Top 10% of graduating class.
iSAQB
Issued on Feb 24, 2026
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The Open Group
Issued on Oct 7, 2024
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Scrum.org
Issued on Apr 3, 2024
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Eclipse Foundation
Issued on Nov 27, 2023
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Microsoft
Issued on May 15, 2023
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View on Google PatentsWO2025056772A1
View on Google PatentsOur fundamentals journal paper, "Data Sovereignty in Information Systems," was awarded as the Most Cited Paper of 2024 in the Electronic Markets journal.
Top 3 student tutors.
During the bachelor's degree program.
