Summary
André Groß is a seasoned software and cloud leader with 11 years in the industry and over four years in management, most recently heading Software & Data Inhouse at Hilscher Gesellschaft für Systemautomation. He blends a deep technical background in embedded systems, high-performance computing and machine learning with strategic MBA-trained business acumen to drive product- and service-led innovation. Known for turning complex system and AI challenges into reliable cloud services, he emphasizes team development and continuous improvement of service processes. His career spans hands-on roles from embedded development and research to field engineering and departmental leadership, giving him uncommon end-to-end insight into product lifecycles. Now freelancing from Mainz, he focuses on creating sustainable value for customers by combining technical excellence with measurable business outcomes. A physicist by training, he brings a methodical, data-driven mindset to engineering and organizational problems.
11 years of coding experience
22 years of employment as a software developer
Upper vocational school, General qualification for university entrance, Upper vocational school, General qualification for university entrance at Berufsbildende Schule Technik Koblenz
Upper vocational school, Advanced technical college entrance qualification, Upper vocational school, Advanced technical college entrance qualification at Berufsbildende Schule Lahnstein
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration, Sehr Gut, Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration, Sehr Gut at FOM Hochschule für Oekonomie & Management
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science, Convex Optimization, High Performance Computing, Machine Learning, Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science, Convex Optimization, High Performance Computing, Machine Learning at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
German, English, French