Effective Solutions for
Swiss & European Companies
From Product Development over Full-Stack Engineering to Software Documentation, delivering measurable business outcomes is the highest priority.
Swiss quality, direct collaboration, no agency overhead.
Core Services
Full-Stack Engineering (NestJS/NextJS)
Modern, scalable web applications using TypeScript, NestJS backend, and NextJS frontend. Choose between module based development or entire solutions from product development through engineering & documentation to deployment and maintenance.
What You Get
- Modern, scalable web applications using TypeScript, NestJS backend, Next.js frontend
- Access to reusable and expandable NestJS modules & NextJS components for rapid development
- Development, staging and production environments via Docker
- Prisma + PostgreSQL database design optimized for your business
- Modern GraphQL or RESTful API development
- Final deployment per Docker with secure injection of environment variables
- Automated module and API testing via Jest and end-to-end test suites
- Code that your team can understand and maintain
- Comprehensive technical documentation
Ideal For
- Swiss SMEs needing customer-facing web applications or internal productivity tools
- B2B SaaS or eCommerce companies needing scalable infrastructure
- Companies transitioning from agency dependency to in-house capabilities
- Startups needing a strong technical foundation for growth
Engagement Types
Advanced Specializations
Cross-functional expertise combining technical depth with business acumen and creative background
SaaS Infrastructure
- •Authentication & Authorization: Secure user auth systems, role-based access control, SSO integration
- •User Management: Account lifecycle, profile management, onboarding flows
- •Subscription Management: Plan tiers, upgrades/downgrades, usage tracking
- •Invoicing & Billing: Automated billing cycles, payment processing, revenue recognition
- •PDF Document Generation: Dynamic invoices, reports, certificates, contracts
Sales & Customer Success
- •Agreement Workflows: Contract generation, digital signatures, approval processes
- •Invoice Processing: Automated invoicing, payment tracking, reconciliation
- •Dunning Management: Payment reminders, escalation workflows, churn prevention
- •Customer Journey Automation: Onboarding sequences, milestone tracking, engagement campaigns
- •Sales Pipeline Tools: Lead tracking, opportunity management, forecasting
Marketing & Communication
- •Marketing Automation: Email campaigns, segmentation, personalization engines
- •Communication Workflows: Multi-channel messaging, notification systems, event-driven communications
- •Content Management: Dynamic content delivery, A/B testing, analytics integration
- •Business Automation: Process orchestration, workflow design, integration architecture
Media Processing + AI
- •Image Processing & Generation: Automated enhancement, format conversion, optimization, AI-based upscaling, automatic image generation
- •Video Processing & Generation: Transcoding, thumbnail, automatic video generation
- •Audio Processing & Generation: Transcription, enhancement, format conversion, noise reduction, automatic audio generation
- •Digital Asset Management: Automated workflows, metadata extraction, content tagging & organization
Cross-Disciplinary Background
Creative & Technical Foundations
- Visual Effects & Video Artist in advertising industry
- Marketing Management with focus on digital campaigns
- Technical Documentation & knowledge transfer for software products
Business & Consulting Expertise
- Customer Success Management & Client Relationships
- Business Development & Sales with technical focus
- Software Consulting & Business Automation Strategies
Software Development & Cloud Architecture
- Requirements Engineering and Product Management of enterprise cloud solutions
- Building cloud apps for the automation of business processes
- RS-Tech-Hub software bundles built from cross-disciplinary expertise
This unique blend of creative, technical, and business experience enables me to build solutions that are not only technically sound but also aligned with real-world business processes and user experiences.
Technical Expertise
Deep technical knowledge across modern stack and business domains
Primary Stack
- Backend: NestJS, Node.js, TypeScript, Express/Fastify
- Frontend: Next.js, React, Tailwind CSS
- Database: PostgreSQL, Prisma ORM
- Testing: Jest, end-to-end test suites
- DevOps: Docker, CI/CD pipelines
- Cloud: Platform deployment and management
Additional Capabilities
- Python for data analysis and automation
- Machine learning fundamentals (ML pipelines, model training)
- Mobile development (React Native/Expo & Android basics)
- Legacy system analysis and documentation
Business Skills
- Requirements engineering and business analysis
- B2B sales and technical consulting
- Customer success methodology
- Strategic planning and budgeting
- Project management
Engagement Models
Flexible options that scale with your needs
Project-Based Work
Best for: Defined scope, clear deliverables, one-time needs
Retainer Arrangements
Best for: Ongoing needs, flexible priorities, long-term relationships
Part-time (10-15 hours/week)
CHF 3,000 - 6,000/month
Half-time (20-25 hours/week)
CHF 6,000 - 10,000/month
Hourly Consulting
Best for: Short-term advice, technical reviews, ad-hoc support
Development & Implementation
CHF 120-150/hour
Cloud/DevOps Consulting
CHF 150-180/hour
Strategy & Architecture
CHF 150-200/hour
Minimum engagement: 4 hours
Swiss Market Specialization
Deep expertise in Swiss data sovereignty, compliance, and industry sectors
Data Sovereignty & Compliance
- Swiss-hosted infrastructure solutions
- GDPR compliance implementation
- Data residency documentation
- Audit-ready technical documentation
Industries with Deep Experience
- Photo printing and imaging solutions
- Document management for financial services
- Infrastructure and traffic management
- B2B SaaS platforms
Language & Location
Languages
German (native), English (fluent), French (basic)
Location
Zürich area, available for on-site collaboration
Why Companies Choose Raphael
Business centric solutions delivered with Swiss quality and German reliability
“We need someone who understands both code and business”
Most developers focus purely on technical implementation. Raphael brings Customer Success, Sales and Product Management experience, ensuring solutions actually serve your business objectives.
“Swiss quality without the agency overhead”
Get senior-level expertise at freelance rates. No account managers, no unnecessary meetings—just direct collaboration with the person doing the work.
“Finally, documentation that's actually usable”
Technical and user facing documentation written by someone who understands both the code and the business requirements. Not just API references, but actual guides that help your business succeed.
“Avoiding expensive vendor lock-in and data leaks”
Infrastructure solutions designed for long-term ownership and control through Swiss/European cloud sovereignty. No proprietary platforms, no hidden dependencies—just clean, maintainable code your team can work with.
Availability
Let's Talk About Your Project
Free 30-minute discovery call to discuss your technical challenges and business goals. No commitment, just options.