Hi, I'm Thomas Kagerer, a senior mobile software engineer with more than 20 years of practical experience across mobile, backend, and DevOps domains. I have a comprehensive understanding of application architectures and object-oriented design, a strong track record in on-time delivery, and a curiosity-driven mindset that helps me grasp complex issues, set the right priorities, and work effectively in both German and English environments. I'm passionate about modernizing apps, coordinating cross-functional teams, and building scalable systems. In my roles at Sanitas and TWINT, I've led iOS development, backend support, and DevOps pipelines, always focusing on quality, transparency, and measurable impact.

Thomas Kagerer

Hi, I'm Thomas Kagerer, a senior mobile software engineer with more than 20 years of practical experience across mobile, backend, and DevOps domains. I have a comprehensive understanding of application architectures and object-oriented design, a strong track record in on-time delivery, and a curiosity-driven mindset that helps me grasp complex issues, set the right priorities, and work effectively in both German and English environments. I'm passionate about modernizing apps, coordinating cross-functional teams, and building scalable systems. In my roles at Sanitas and TWINT, I've led iOS development, backend support, and DevOps pipelines, always focusing on quality, transparency, and measurable impact.

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Hi, I’m Thomas Kagerer, a senior mobile software engineer with more than 20 years of practical experience across mobile, backend, and DevOps domains. I have a comprehensive understanding of application architectures and object-oriented design, a strong track record in on-time delivery, and a curiosity-driven mindset that helps me grasp complex issues, set the right priorities, and work effectively in both German and English environments.

I’m passionate about modernizing apps, coordinating cross-functional teams, and building scalable systems. In my roles at Sanitas and TWINT, I’ve led iOS development, backend support, and DevOps pipelines, always focusing on quality, transparency, and measurable impact.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Mobile Software Engineer, iOS & DevOps Engineering at Sanitas Krankenversicherung
October 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Developed and maintained iOS applications for the Sanitas Portal serving over 800,000 customers. Implemented and maintained CI/CD pipelines, integrated external services via third-party APIs, and coordinated cross-team features. Implemented and supported tracking with Adobe Analytics.
Senior Mobile Software Engineer, iOS, Backend & DevOps Engineering at Zürcher Kantonalbank
October 1, 2021 - October 14, 2025
Modernized the iOS app; supported Java/Spring and Kotlin backend development; DevOps responsibilities; coordinated with engineers across TWINT apps; implemented Adobe Analytics tracking and business analysis.
Senior Software Engineer, Web Application Frontend / Backend / Distributed Microservices Architecture (DevOps) at UMB Solutions AG
October 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025
Led development of a high-performance SaaS solution based on Camunda BPM; served as technical lead for customer-specific projects; responsible for backend, frontend, and DevOps; helped with cost-benefit analyses and cross-team coordination.
Software Engineer (Contract) at Forcklabs AG
February 1, 2018 - October 14, 2025
Contract software engineering delivering various software projects for clients; responsibilities included design, development, and collaboration with stakeholders.
Software Developer / Project Developer at Stars Projekt & Event GmbH
September 1, 2015 - October 14, 2025
Developed a large marketplace app for the WIR bank; contributed to tests, issue clarifications, and cross-team coordination with customers and external partners.
Freelancer at Freelancer
February 1, 2011 - October 14, 2025
Freelance software development across web and mobile projects; designed and built in-house tools and external solutions.
Degree Dissertation at Toshiba Europe GmbH
July 1, 2010 - October 14, 2025
Degree dissertation undertaken at Toshiba Europe GmbH as part of degree requirements.
Intern at MediaDesign
January 1, 2006 - October 14, 2025
Compulsory internship related to software and media design.
Intern at Siemens Power Generation
September 1, 2002 - October 14, 2025
Compulsory internship in power generation sector focusing on software and engineering tasks.

Education

Diplom Informatiker in Technical Computer Science (comparable to a Master Degree) at University of Applied Sciences Regensburg
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2011
Electrical and Electronics Engineer at Siemens Technical Academy Erlangen
November 30, 2000 - January 1, 2002
EVTEK University of Applied Sciences (Espoo, Finland) – Studies at EVTEK University of Applied Sciences
November 30, 2007 - June 1, 2007

Qualifications

Magna Cum Laude – Degree Dissertation, Toshiba Europe GmbH
November 1, 2009 - July 1, 2010
Electrical and Electronics Engineer
November 30, 2000 - January 1, 2002

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Computers & Electronics

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