For SMEs & startups

AI engineering, custom software and modernization for SMEs and startups

I build systems that do not stop at the demo but work in everyday operations — from AI features and internal tools to production-ready migrations of vibe-coded prototypes.

Former CTO, now freelance AI engineer: direct collaboration, clear technical decisions and software people actually use.

Segment-Fit

Two starting points, one expectation: reliable delivery.

For SMEs

Replace Excel, paper and no-code processes, modernize grown systems and use AI where it creates measurable relief.

For startups

Build production-ready MVPs, AI features and CTO-level sparring — including migrating Lovable, Claude Code or other vibe-coded prototypes into reliable apps and websites.

Value Proposition

Why teams work with me

Less hype. More clarity, speed and reliable outcomes.

Production-ready, not demo-only

Operations, maintainability and quality are considered from the first commit.

Direct collaboration

Short paths, honest assessment and no telephone game between strategy and delivery.

Full stack, clear ownership

Frontend, backend, data, deployment and AI considered together.

Business context included

Technology follows the problem, not the hype.

Services

Services for common business situations

Four entry points, one goal: working systems with clear value.

Case Studies

Examples that show the collaboration fastest

Concrete systems with understandable impact.

Process

How collaboration typically works

  1. 1

    Intro call

    We clarify goals, status quo, team setup and success criteria.

  2. 2

    Assessment & proposal

    You get scope, milestones, risks and a fitting engagement model.

  3. 3

    Iterative implementation

    Short cycles, direct alignment and understandable demos.

  4. 4

    Operations & iteration

    Clean handover, documentation and optional long-term support.

Engagement

Engagement models and transparency

As much clarity as possible without false precision.

Workshop or discovery

For use-case identification, architecture reviews or AI entry points.

Fixed scope package

For clear goals, scope and acceptance criteria.

Iterative delivery with budget cap

For products, rewrites or projects with learning curves.

Social Proof

What clients highlight

“Niclas understood our idea immediately and translated it into a well-thought-out, stable application. The communication was clear, the implementation fast, and the result fits our requirements exactly. This is what you want software development to be like.”
Aljoscha Dumeier, CEO & Co-founder · Pflege im Karton
“With Niclas, we found a partner who quickly and deeply familiarized himself with our technically complex requirements. The technical implementation was clean, the collaboration reliable and uncomplicated. Our platform works exactly as we imagined it.”
Julian Rusche, CEO · Verhinderungspflege
“Niclas created a new website for us in no time that achieves our goals and delights our customers. The communication was transparent and professional. We are very satisfied and recommend Niclas to anyone who needs a professional and reliable website.”
Arthur Kahlkopf, CEO · Werbestudio

FAQ

Common questions before the first call

Is AI right for us yet?

If unclear, we start with assessment instead of a build project.

Do you take over existing systems or vibe-coded prototypes?

Yes, including modernization, no-code replacement, rewrites and turning Lovable or Claude Code prototypes into production-ready apps and websites.

Can you work inside our team?

Yes, independently or embedded as a senior engineer.

Remote or on-site?

Remote across Germany is standard; on-site by arrangement.

How do you charge?

Workshop/discovery, fixed scope or iterative delivery with budget cap depending on the project.

Kontakt

Let’s find out whether it fits technically and commercially

Concrete requirement or early idea: short and specific is enough. I’ll respond with an initial assessment.