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Yusuf Uzun

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Hi, I’m Yusuf Uzun, an AI-focused engineer and project leader with a PhD in Electric-Electronic and Computer Engineering from Aksaray University.

About

Hi, I’m Yusuf Uzun, an AI-focused engineer and project leader with a PhD in Electric-Electronic and Computer Engineering from Aksaray University. I drive innovation across academia and industry, leading software, cloud, and AI initiatives and delivering complex telecom and IT programs valued at tens of millions of dollars. I enjoy translating complex problems into practical architectures, mentoring teams, and collaborating with industry partners to create measurable impact.

In my spare time I enjoy language learning, cooking, nature and history excursions, planting trees, and agriculture. I believe in lifelong learning, curiosity, and sharing knowledge to help others grow professionally and personally.

  • 31 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • TurkishFluent
  • ArabicFluent
  • GermanAdvanced
  • FrenchIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Agriculture & Mining
  • Computers & Electronics
  • Education
  • Manufacturing
  • Telecommunications
  • Professional Services
  • Software & Internet

Work experience· 22 roles

Assistant Professor · Ankara Science UniversityAug 2025 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos

Faculty role in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, focusing on AI, machine learning, and intelligent systems; teaches courses, supervises student projects, and leads research initiatives; collaborates with industry partners on cloud and data management projects.

Engagement Manager · Goaltech AI & Data Management CoAug 2024 – Aug 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

Led cloud AI and data management engagements for clients; oversaw project delivery, stakeholder management, and cross-functional teams.

Senior Project Manager PMO · Turk Telekom General DirectorateAug 2024 – Aug 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo

Managed software, IT, and networking projects end to end. Oversaw project management office activities with extensive experience in software development life cycle, handling large-scale and complex telecommunication projects.

Co-founder & Design Team Member · Bogay Economic Tractor & Agricultural EquipmentsAug 2024 – Aug 2025 · 1 yr 1 mo
AWS Engagement Manager · Goaltech AI & Data Management CoAug 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos
Senior Project Manager PMO · Turk Telekom General DirectorateJun 2013 – Jan 2023 · 9 yrs 8 mos
Project Manager / Programme Manager · Huawei Telecommunications Ltd.Jun 2013 – Aug 2025 · 12 yrs 3 mos
Project Manager / Programme Manager · Huawei Telecommunications Ltd.Jul 2009 – Jun 2013 · 4 yrs

Education· 8

Ph.D. Electric -Electronic and Computer Engineering · Aksaray University2016 – 2022
M.Sc. Computer Science & Communications Engineering · Duisburg-Essen University2003 – 2006
MBA, Master of Business Administration · Baskent University1996 – 1999
B.Sc. Electrical and Electronics Engineering · Middle East Technical University (METU)1991 – 1995

Certifications and awards

HUAWEI’S BEST PROJECT MANAGER GOLD MEDAL REWARD2010 – 2025
Huawei Best Project Manager in the World2010 – 2026

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