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Omer Akalin

@omerakalin

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Strategic technology consultant driving sustainable innovation and transformation.

Turkey

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role where I can leverage my technology expertise to drive innovation and contribute to impactful projects.

I am a strategic technology consultant with a passion for driving sustainable innovation and transformative solutions. My expertise lies in analytical thinking, rapid adaptability, and deep technical knowledge in software technologies and consultancy. I have a proven track record of helping startups build scalable, investment-ready foundations by aligning technology with business growth.

In my recent role as a Senior Software Engineer at Ödeal, I designed and implemented REST API integrations for FinTech ecosystems, utilizing technologies such as PHP, Java, JavaScript, React.js, Spring Boot, and Docker. My experience as a consultant for major financial institutions and technology companies has equipped me with the skills to craft efficient solutions that streamline operations and attract funding.

Throughout my career, I have contributed to significant projects in various sectors, including FinTech, InsuranceTech, and robotics automation. I am committed to ensuring that technology-driven solutions align with industry and regulatory standards, providing strategic consultancy to academic institutions and major financial organizations in Turkey.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Consultant

Current

Freelancer

Sep 2024 - Present (11 months)

Helped startups build scalable, investment-ready foundations by aligning technology with business growth. Crafted efficient solutions that drive innovation, streamline operations, and attract funding.

Software Architecture Fintech Business Growth

ÖD

Senior Software Engineer

Ödeal

Sep 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year)

Designed and implemented REST API integrations for vendor, government, and banking systems within FinTech ecosystems. Developed scalable solutions using PHP, Java, JavaScript, React.js, Spring Boot, and Docker.

REST APIs Fintech PHP Java JavaScript React Spring Boot Docker Atlassian

Mid-Senior Software Engineer

Jforce IT Technology

Mar 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year 4 months)

Served as an IBM Platinum Partner Consultant, contributing to development, systems programming, and documentation processes for FinTech and InsuranceTech projects. Led mainframe modernization initiatives using IBM, Rocket Software, RedHat, and CA Broadcom technologies.

IBM Platinum Partner Fintech Insurance Technology IBM)Rocket Software RedHat CA Broadcom

Java Developer > Associate Software Developer

Turkish Airlines Technology

Jan 2021 - Mar 2022 (1 year 2 months)

Contributed to the development of ALCS, TROYA, and DCS projects using Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, React, and Docker. Led Git Client migration within an Agile DevOps framework, ensuring seamless integration and workflow optimization.

Spring Boot PostgreSQL React Docker Agile DevOps

Software Engineer, Consultant

IBM

Oct 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 4 months)

Worked with IBM’s largest global clients, top-tier professionals, and prestigious events like TechU and Think Summit. Provided strategic consultancy to academic institutions, the Central Bank, government entities, and major financial organizations in Turkey.

IBM Academic Ambassador Machine Learning Big Data Data Analytics Strategic Consulting

Intern, Technical Consultant

Dassault Systèmes

Aug 2017 - Sep 2017 (1 month)

Certified in Catia V5, with experience in SolidWorks (CAD) design, PLM, retail sector technology seminars, customer analysis, and market strategy development. Provided consultancy on robotic production processes and REST API integrations for Dassault systems.

Catia Solidworks CAD PLM Systems Retail Technology Market Strategy REST APIs

Intern, Technical Consultant

BSH

Jun 2017 - Jul 2017 (1 month)

Gained hands-on experience in SAP systems, injection molding, and freeform molding technologies while optimizing manufacturing techniques within the FDCI-QMS department. Participated in practical production processes at a washing machine factory, contributing to manufacturing coding and operational efficiency.

SAP Injection Molding Freeform Molding Manufacturing Processes

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Yıldız Technical University

PhD, Control and Automation Engineering

2022 -

Currently pursuing a PhD in Control and Automation Engineering. Thesis focuses on autonomous driving F1 cars using PID, MPC, and RL control strategies.

Yıldız Technical University

MSc, Control and Automation Engineering

2019 - 2022

Completed a Master of Science in Control and Automation Engineering. Thesis focused on an upper-limb arm exoskeleton using PID, Fuzzy Logic, and Disturbance Observer Control.

İU

İstanbul Bilgi University

BSc, Mechatronics Engineering

2015 - 2019

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering. Thesis involved the design, assembly, and control of a +300m Omni-Directional Underwater Vehicle Robot.