Java Freelancer &
Cloud-Native AI Specialist
20+ years of experience delivering robust, scalable software ā from enterprise desktop to cloud-native microservices and AI-powered agentic systems.
š Latest Articles
Recent insights and case studies from my work.
Building an AI Agent for Code Generation: Lessons from 9 Iterations
Practical lessons learned from developing an agentic AI system that generates source code ā from naive prompting to a robust, tool-using agent with diff-based updates and dynamic context management.
Restic Explorer 1.0 ā A Lightweight Monitoring Dashboard for Restic Backups
Restic Explorer 1.0 is out ā a lightweight, self-hosted web dashboard that monitors all restic backup repositories across S3, Azure, SFTP, REST, and Rclone from a single UI with automated scans, integrity checks, and retention policy tracking.
š Hello!
I'm Tom Seidel, a freelance consultant with over 20 years of experience in Java development. My focus lies in designing and implementing sophisticated software solutions ā from traditional desktop applications to modern, containerized web applications in the cloud, and increasingly AI-powered agentic systems.
As both a developer and architect, I support projects end-to-end: from the initial concept and architecture to production-ready implementation. In recent years, I've specialized in cloud technologies and AI integration, helping companies successfully launch new Java-based cloud projects, migrate existing monolithic systems to scalable microservice architectures, and build intelligent agentic workflows ā leveraging modern DevOps tools, LLM APIs (Anthropic, OpenAI, Ollama, llama.cpp), and cutting-edge AI methodologies.
My goal: to deliver sustainable, maintainable, and high-performance software solutions that create real value.
Mission
To empower businesses by delivering robust, scalable, and future-proof cloud-native solutions using modern Java technologies and AI-driven automation ā ensuring agility, performance, and long-term maintainability.
š” What I Bring to Your Project
A proven combination of technical depth, architectural thinking, and pragmatic execution.
Scalability & Performance
Design and implement systems that grow with your business.
Cloud-Native Expertise
Build resilient, containerized applications ready for cloud deployment.
Modular Architecture
Apply microservices and clean code principles for maintainable systems.
AI & Agentic Systems
Design and integrate LLM-powered agentic workflows into Java backends using Anthropic, OpenAI, Ollama, and llama.cpp.
Fast Delivery
Agile development with CI/CD pipelines for rapid iteration and deployment.
Security & Reliability
Integrate best practices for secure and fault-tolerant applications.
Transparent Communication
Clear documentation, regular updates, and collaborative workflows.
Agile & SCRUM
Deep understanding of Agile processes and SCRUM to enforce processes and structures.
š ļø How I Work
I integrate seamlessly into teams, collaborating closely with other developers and stakeholders.
I love working on code and finding pragmatic, clear, and lean solutions. My strength lies in being very pragmatic, always looking for a clear and lean solution with an acceptable amount of effort.
I am passionate about automation to improve efficiency and consistency.
š¤ Why Clients Like Working With Me
- āļø Iām proactive and take ownership of outcomes.
- āļø I simplify complex systems and make them maintainable.
- āļø I bring a calm, solution-oriented mindset to high-pressure environments.
- āļø I care about long-term success, not just short-term delivery.
- āļø I am passionate about automation and continuously seek ways to streamline processes.
š Availability
ā Open for freelance & contract work
š Remote-first | Based in Germany
š Timezone: CET/CEST
š Prefer remote work but open to on-site at regular intervals
š« Contact
š§° Tech Stack & Skills
A broad and deep skill set built over two decades of hands-on development.