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Description

Senior freelance developer | Integrating Data Operations and Artificial Intelligence | Python · R · Kubernetes · Claude · Copilot

I bring over 20 years of experience in data and software engineering. I leverage Claude, GitHub Copilot, and Lumo, even programmatically, to deliver better results in less time.

My stack: Python, R, Apache Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, Grafana, Loki, Prometheus, Ansible. My approach: clean code, agile delivery, and genuine software craftsmanship across functional, OO, and procedural paradigms. Solid Linux experience.

Based in Spain. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Norwegian. Working proficiency in Danish, French, German, and Swedish: ready to work remotely with teams across Europe and beyond (UTC -3).

If you need a senior developer who truly knows how to leverage AI in production, let's connect.

Industry field of expertise

Languages

Norwegian
Native or bilingual
German
Fluent
Spanish
Native or bilingual
Portuguese
Conversational
French
Fluent
Swedish
Fluent
English
Native or bilingual
Danish
Fluent
Arabic
Basic

Workplace preferences

Remote only

Primarily works remotely

Eric Eikrem
Programmer and project manager
SOFTWARE PUBLISHING
June 2010 - Today (16 years)
La Coruña, Spain
Independent consulting practice covering data science, DataOps, statistics, data architecture, and software development at scale. Specializing in Python, R, and Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).

Selected Freelance Projects & Engagements:

Senior Programmer | Ayesa Jul 2025 – Present (10 mos) Remote (A Coruña, Galicia, Spain)
Focus: Programming and automation.
Tech Stack: R, Python, Bash, Test Automation.

Founder & External Expert | Rodawa Systems Sep 2021 – Dec 2023 (2 yrs 4 mos) Remote (Tromsø, Norway)
Focus: Developing systems for detecting obstacles beyond a driver's or rider's line of sight with timely warnings.
Key Technologies: Machine Learning (ML), Computer Vision (CV), Sensor Fusion, IoT.
Stack: Python, Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, Grafana, Loki, Prometheus.

Technical Lead | CallMeSmart Feb 2017 – Aug 2017 (7 mos) On-site (Tromsø Region)
Focus: Temporary Technical Lead for a health-ICT startup developing a context-sensitive communication system for mobile use in hospitals.
Methodologies: Agile (Kanban), DevOps, Scrum.
Stack: Java, Android, XenServer, Asterisk, LDAP, OpenFire, PostgreSQL, Jira, Confluence, BitBucket.

ICT Manager | CONNECT Norge Jun 2010 – Mar 2016 (5 yrs 10 mos) Hybrid (Greater Oslo Region)
Focus: Head of IT responsible for system purchases, maintenance, change management, and business intelligence/data analysis.
Stack: Git, Python.
Python Scrum R Grafana Data Engineer
European Commission
External Expert
February 2020 - Today (6 years and 4 months)
Brussels, Belgium
External expert for the evaluation of H2020 (SME Instrument) and Horizon Europe proposals. Focus on ICT-related proposals with AI, ML, or big data elements.
UiT The Arctic University of Norway
Assessor
August 2005 - October 2021 (16 years and 2 months)
Narvik, NO, Norway
Assessor for the Programming of Mobile Units course (Android, Java, SQL, SQL Lite), and the Computer Graphics course. In the Norwegian university system, an external assessor is required for the grading of exams. Moreover, an external assessor may be required to approve a course (content, delivery, and evaluation). I have worked in both capacities.