# Mustafa Sepen

Mustafa Sepen is a remote worker on Himalayas, Robotics Engineer at Swegeo, based in Turkey.

Source: https://himalayas.app/@mustafasepen

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Robotics software engineer at Swegeo developing ROS 2 autonomy across three UGVs, from RTK localization to field mission control.
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| Detail | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Availability | Looking for a job |
| Location | Turkey |
| Authorized to work in | Turkey |
| Salary expectations | 70k+ USD |
| Job categories | Robotics Software Engineer, Robotics Engineer |
| Skills | Robotics Software Engineering, Autonomous Navigation, ROS 2 Humble, Navigation2 (Nav2) Stack, RTK, EKF SLAM, Robot Localization, Waypoint Navigation, Embedded Systems, Motor Control, Hardware Integration, C++, Python, C, Localization |
| Website | https://sepen.dev |

## About

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At Swegeo, I develop autonomous ground-vehicle systems spanning ROS 2 software, embedded control, localization, vehicle integration, and operator tooling, with testing on physical platforms.

On Pathfinder, I developed a ROS 2 Humble autonomy architecture adapted for three UGVs: a tracked skid-steer platform, a 4x4 differential-drive rover, and an Ackermann RC crawler. I integrated RTK GNSS and dual-antenna heading with IMU data, and implemented Nav2 waypoint navigation and a FastAPI/WebSocket mission console.

I also developed and benchmarked a ROS 2-to-STM32H723 Ethernet/UDP motion-control link. It achieved 300 µs median C++ host RTT across 600,000 packets at 1 kHz, with zero packet loss or out-of-order packets.

At Baykar, I developed and evaluated moving-object detection approaches for UAV footage, then integrated YOLO11n and compared learning-based and classical computer-vision methods. I’ve also contributed to autonomous surface vehicles for the Njord and Teknofest competitions, including work on perception, route planning, and path tracking.
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## Experience

### Robotics Engineer (current)

Swegeo. Sep 2025 - Present

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Develops autonomous ground-vehicle systems including ROS 2 software, embedded control, localization, vehicle integration, and operator tooling, with deployment and testing on physical platforms.
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Skills: ROS2, Navigation2-(Nav2)-Stack, RTK, Kalman-Filter, Sensor-Fusion, Micro-ROS, fastAPI, WebSockets, C++, Python, Embedded-Systems

### Simulation Systems R&D

Baykar. Feb 2025 - Jun 2025

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Developed and evaluated moving-object detection approaches for UAV footage using classical OpenCV methods and C++/CUDA/OpenGL experimentation. Integrated YOLO11n and compared learning-based and classical computer-vision approaches.
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Skills: OpenCV, C++, CUDA, OpenGL, YOLO, Computer-Vision, UAV

### Network Intern

Telcoset. Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

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Configured and troubleshot Cisco switches, routers, and network infrastructure.
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Skills: Cisco, Networking, Troubleshooting

### Game Developer Intern

Fortune Mine Games. Aug 2023 - Oct 2023

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Built a 2D Unity mobile word game with UI, game mechanics, and Firebase authentication/database integration.
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Skills: Unity, C#, Firebase, Mobile-Game-Development

## Education

### Bahcesehir University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering. 2020 - 2025. Grade: 3.15/4.00 (Honor Degree)

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Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering on a full scholarship, graduating with honors and a GPA of 3.15/4.00.
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## Tech stack

- Unity
- OpenGL
- OpenCV
- Python
- C++
- C
- FastAPI
- Linux
- Firebase
- CUDA

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