This is tecRacer
tecRacer stands for deep AWS expertise, a clear focus, and a partnership-driven mindset.
As the only AWS Premier Tier Services and Advanced Tier Training Partner in the DACH region, we support companies on their cloud journey – with pragmatic solutions, personal engagement, and a focus on real business impact.
Solution-oriented, passionate and with a healthy dose of pragmatism – this is how we create competitive advantages and ensure future security for our customers. With our team of experienced experts and a strong partner network.
Get to know our team, our values, and what drives us.
We are passionate. With heart and commitment, we work every day to find the best solutions to your business challenges.
We are committed. We keep our promises – you can rely on our word. Always.
We have integrity. We don’t build castles in the air and have no hidden agendas. Honesty and transparency guide our actions.
We are curious. We enjoy seeking new paths and innovative ideas and approaches if they help us develop and improve – and find better solutions.
We are courageous. Decisive action requires decisive decisions. We don’t shy away from moving forward boldly because we know what we do.
We are accountable. We take responsibility for your tasks, for our team, for the results of our work – and for society.
We are collaborative. We are committed team players. With our own team, with our network of partners, and with our customers. We support each other and work together to achieve the best possible results.
Rachel Linnemann
Chief Executive Officer
Since 2026, Rachel Linnemann is leading tecRacer’s growth and strategic development as CEO. She is an internationally experienced cloud executive with previous roles at Microsoft and T-Systems. As Vice President Global Hyperscaler, she was responsible for global partnerships with AWS and other hyperscalers, as well as for the strategy around Managed Services and Sovereign Cloud. Rachel is an AWS Certified Solutions Architect with a focus on cloud strategy, machine learning, and generative AI, combining deep technical expertise with a strong strategic and entrepreneurial perspective. Under her leadership, we are clearly focused on growth, innovation, and digital sovereignty, further strengthening tecRacer’s position as a leading AWS partner in Europe.
Torsten Höpfner
Chief Operating Officer
Torsten Höpfner has been COO of tecRacer Germany GmbH since January 2026, responsible for operational excellence as well as key organizational and strategic initiatives. He has been with the company since 1998 and has significantly shaped its internal organization and projects over many years. His professional career began in software development and project management; he later served for many years as Managing Director and shareholder at tecRacer and most recently led the Cloud Engineering division. Torsten stands for pragmatic, scalable processes, reliable delivery, and a clear commitment to security and quality — ranging from a lived ISMS to ISO/IEC 27001 alignment — and actively promotes a culture of autonomy and personal responsibility.
Marcel Niemann
Chief Financial Officer
Marcel Niemann has been responsible for tecRacer’s financial processes as CFO since 2025. He ensures that our projects can be successfully implemented on a stable economic basis. Prior to his role at tecRacer, he was CFO at a strategy consultancy and also has several years of experience as a financial investor in the areas of private equity and venture capital. He was previously an M&A consultant at an international investment bank.
Our Experts
The success of tecRacer is built on a strong team. Our cloud engineers, software developers, trainers, architects, and operations professionals bring their expertise every day to customer projects, training sessions, and the development of new solutions.
Our experts combine deep technical knowledge with high quality standards and a clear focus on making complex requirements understandable and actionable. We emphasize continuous learning, technical excellence, and personal responsibility.
They are not only up to date with the latest technologies but also bring enthusiasm for technical challenges and a high degree of ownership. Whether it is cloud migration, artificial intelligence, data analytics, security, or managed services, tecRacer’s team lives their passion for technology and puts customer success at the center of everything they do.
Collaboration at Eye Level
Our culture is characterized by openness, trust, diversity, and mutual respect. Every opinion counts and every idea has space to grow. This creates not only innovative solutions but also a work environment where people enjoy growing together.
Become Part of tecRacer
We are always looking for people who share our enthusiasm for the cloud. Take a look at our careers page to learn more about our current job openings.