About Us

The team behind software architects

Experience that lasts

software architects is a team of experienced software architects who support companies in the design, delivery, and operations of demanding software systems.

In our projects, we combine structured requirements discovery, sound architectural decisions, and deep implementation experience with strong know-how in Microsoft Azure, AI integration and modern web development.

Our goal is to create technically robust, long-lasting, and economically sustainable solutions that reduce complexity and remain evolvable over the long term – in custom projects as well as in talks and trainings.

Meet the team

Software architecture, delivery and operations

  1. RequirementsStructured requirements discovery
  2. ArchitectureSound architectural decisions
  3. DeliveryDeep implementation experience

Team

The people behind software architects and our projects

  • Rainer Stropek

    Rainer Stropek

    Software Architecture, AI & Azure

    Founder & CEO

    Rainer is the founder of software architects and has been working as a software architect, developer, and consultant for many years. As a Microsoft MVP and Regional Director, he brings deep experience from architecture, product development, and operating complex software systems into customer projects. In addition, he is highly engaged in the community and supports young talent in software development.

    Rainer regularly speaks at conferences such as BASTA!, Software Architecture Summit, MLcon and at heise academy about AI agents, agentic coding, Azure, software architecture and .NET. Upcoming talks and trainings

    LinkedIn · GitHub · rainerstropek.me · YouTube · Microsoft Regional Director

  • Karin Huber

    Karin Huber

    UX Design & Frontend Architecture

    Founder & CEO

    Karin is a co-founder of software architects and is responsible for design, user experience, and frontend architecture. Her focus is on building user-friendly, consistent interfaces and translating complex requirements into clear interaction concepts.

    LinkedIn · GitHub

  • Simon Opelt

    Simon Opelt

    Software Engineer & Security Enthusiast

    Partner

    Simon has been part of the team for many years and specializes in Microsoft Azure, DevOps, and security. He designs and implements cloud-based systems and ensures their stable operation, focusing on secure, automated, and scalable production environments.

    LinkedIn · GitHub

  • Michael Kubitschka

    Michael Kubitschka

    Project Management and Implementation

    Partner

    Mike supports customers in complex delivery projects—from initial analysis through project management to successful go-live. His focus is on clear communication, realistic planning, and the smooth delivery of technical solutions.

    LinkedIn

  • Alexander Huber

    Alexander Huber

    Requirements Engineering & Software Engineering

    Partner

    Alexander is responsible for the structured elicitation and analysis of requirements as well as their technical implementation. He combines requirements engineering with software architecture and development and ensures that business needs are implemented clearly, traceably, and sustainably.

    LinkedIn

  • Claudia Rehberger

    Claudia Rehberger

    Office Management & Accounting

    Claudia is responsible for all administrative and organizational tasks. She ensures smooth operations behind the scenes, supports project and contract management, and provides a reliable commercial foundation for working with customers and partners.

Location

Leonding near Linz, Upper Austria

  • Based inLeonding near Linz, Upper Austria
  • CustomersAustria, Germany, Switzerland and across Europe
  • Working modeRemotely and on site
  • ConferencesAcross Europe

software architects gmbh is based in Leonding near Linz, Upper Austria. From here we work for companies in Austria, Germany, Switzerland and across Europe – remotely and on site. As a Microsoft MVP and Regional Director, Rainer Stropek speaks at conferences across Europe.

Planning a software project with Azure or AI, or want to set up coding agents for your team? Learn more about our services or get in touch directly.

Professional Support for Your Software Project

Our experts are happy to support you: whether you are planning an individual software solution, need extensions around time cockpit, or would like to request a presentation or training from Rainer Stropek.

Request Project, Training or Presentation

  1. Schedule an appointment

    Get in touch with your plans – a software project, an extension or a training.

  2. Clarify requirements

    In a personal, non-binding conversation, we clarify your requirements.

  3. Explore solutions

    We show possible solution approaches and work out together how we can best support your project technically and professionally.