Platform Engineering Lead & Architect

Dr. Matthias Lohr

Hi, my name is Matthias Lohr. I am a freelance Platform Engineering Lead and Architect with over 15 years of hands-on experience. I help organizations design and operate scalable, cloud-native platforms — from architecture and Internal Developer Platforms to automated CI/CD pipelines and sovereign, on-premise infrastructure. Security runs through everything I build, grounded in a PhD in Computer Science focused on security in distributed systems. And beyond building, I share what I know — through workshops, mentoring, and talks that help teams grow.

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My Services

Platform Architecture & Engineering

Scalable, cloud-native platforms that give your teams a solid foundation to build on — from high-level architecture down to reliable day-two operations.

Automation & DevOps

Automated delivery pipelines and reproducible infrastructure that let your teams release with confidence — faster, safer, and with less manual toil.

Security

Security built into your systems from the start — protecting your data, your infrastructure, and your users' trust rather than patching gaps after the fact.

Teaching and Mentoring

Knowledge transfer that lasts — helping your teams grow their skills and confidence so they can carry the work forward independently.

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Testimonials

I had the privilege to work together with Matthias Lohr on a long-term project within the insurance industry. t's rare to find a DevOps Architect who can pivot so seamlessly between high-level architectural planning, robust software development, and hands-on troubleshooting of complex technical issues. Beyond his technical prowess, Matthias is a standout team player. He has a gift for translating complex infrastructure concepts for non-technical stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers with patience and clarity. He truly elevates the performance of everyone around him!

Andreas Nixel

Senior Cloud Consultant, Redhat

I have worked with Matthias Lohr on multiple projects, including developing complex software solutions and setting up non-trivial infrastructures. His strong coding skills and ability to implement robust solutions are complemented by his systematic approach to breaking down problems, analyzing them thoroughly, and using logic to find effective solutions. His deep technological knowledge and experience enable him to tackle challenging tasks with confidence. He excels at objectively discussing the pros and cons of complex topics, facilitating well-founded decisions. I recommend him for any project requiring technical expertise and thoughtful collaboration.

Sven Peldszus

Assistant Professor, University of Gothenburg

Matthias ist seit Jahren unser verlässlicher Ansprechpartner für alles rund um Server, DevOps, Backups, Open-Source-Hosting und die Hetzner Cloud. Mit seinem fundierten Fachwissen löst er Probleme effizient und setzt unsere Wünsche zügig um. Auch bei spontanen Einsätzen außerhalb der regulären Geschäftszeiten zeigt sich stets, dass wir uns voll und ganz auf ihn verlassen können.

Julian Lang

Geschäftsführer, CaterSmart GmbH

Dr. Matthias Lohr is one of the most trustworthy, knowledgeable, and reliable DevOps administrators I've had the pleasure of working with in my 15-year IT life"

Dorian Cantzen

Geschäftsführer, extrument GmbH