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Ilkay Citak

@ilkaycitak

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Full-stack software engineer with 4+ years of experience.

Turkey

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth.

As a full-stack software engineer with over four years of experience, I specialize in building scalable web applications and distributed systems. My expertise lies primarily in the JavaScript ecosystem, particularly with React and Node.js, complemented by a strong foundation in .NET Core and PostgreSQL. I am passionate about designing solutions that adhere to clean code principles and Domain-Driven Design, ensuring that the systems I build are both maintainable and scalable.

In my current role at MarketPush, I lead the development of a multi-tenant SaaS product in the B2B e-commerce sector. I actively contribute to architectural decisions and system design patterns, collaborating closely with my team and stakeholders. My previous experience at Arﬁtect allowed me to hone my skills in backend service development using ASP.NET Core, where I applied DDD principles to ensure transactional consistency and application stability. I thrive in environments that challenge my problem-solving abilities and allow me to deliver significant business value.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Full Stack Developer

Current

MarketPush

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Spearheaded the development of a multi-tenant SaaS product in the B2B e-commerce domain, actively contributing to architectural decisions, system design patterns, and product strategy in close collaboration with the development team and stakeholders. Architected and implemented reusable, framework-agnostic UI components in React, adhering to atomic design principles and ensuring high maintainabili

React .NET Core PostgreSQL Azure AWS Microservices SaaS

Teaching Assistant

Kodluyoruz

Aug 2021 - Present (4 years)

Collaborated with the instructor in the development of training materials, curriculum, and assignments for an ASP.NET Core Bootcamp. Provided support to participants encountering challenges, while also overseeing the assessment of their homework submissions and ensuring attendance compliance.

ASP.NET Core Curriculum Development Technical Support Assessments

Full Stack Developer

Arfıtect

Aug 2021 - Present (4 years)

Built backend services using ASP.NET Core, applying Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles including bounded contexts, aggregates, value objects, and domain events, while ensuring transactional consistency across services. Delivered responsive and accessible user interfaces utilizing React, SASS, and component libraries such as Ant Design, PrimeFaces, DevExtreme, and Semantic UI, with a focus on co

ASP.NET Core Domain Driven Design React SASS Ant Design PrimeFaces DevExtreme Semantic UI

Maintenance Assistant

Camp America

May 2019 - Present (6 years 3 months)

Contributed as a semi-volunteer in the maintenance department of a summer camp (Quinipet Camp) in America, facilitating educational programs for children across diverse fields. This role was part of an international cultural exchange program.

Maintenance Cultural Exchange Facilitation Teamwork Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kodluyoruz

Bootcamp Certificate, Front-end Development

2021 - 2021

Completed a comprehensive Front-end Development Bootcamp at Kodluyoruz, focusing on modern web development technologies. Gained practical skills in building user interfaces and front-end applications.

Yıldız Technical University

Not Graduated, Architecture

2016 - 2016

Studied Architecture at Yildiz Technical University in Istanbul, Turkey. The program focused on architectural principles and design, providing a foundation in the field.