I'm an SDET and aerospace engineer specializing in UI and API automation using Java, Selenium, Rest-Assured, Postman, Jenkins, and SQL. I bring 8+ years of experience as a pilot in the Turkish Air Force and hands-on experience validating mission-planning and debrief systems to ensure reliability and user adoption. Beyond testing, I've led teams, mentored peers, and built practical solutions under high-stakes conditions. I thrive on fast learning, proactive problem solving, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software and smooth operational outcomes.

Ugur TANIR

I'm an SDET and aerospace engineer specializing in UI and API automation using Java, Selenium, Rest-Assured, Postman, Jenkins, and SQL. I bring 8+ years of experience as a pilot in the Turkish Air Force and hands-on experience validating mission-planning and debrief systems to ensure reliability and user adoption. Beyond testing, I've led teams, mentored peers, and built practical solutions under high-stakes conditions. I thrive on fast learning, proactive problem solving, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software and smooth operational outcomes.

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I’m an SDET and aerospace engineer specializing in UI and API automation using Java, Selenium, Rest-Assured, Postman, Jenkins, and SQL. I bring 8+ years of experience as a pilot in the Turkish Air Force and hands-on experience validating mission-planning and debrief systems to ensure reliability and user adoption.

Beyond testing, I’ve led teams, mentored peers, and built practical solutions under high-stakes conditions. I thrive on fast learning, proactive problem solving, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software and smooth operational outcomes.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

Turkish
Fluent
German
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Web & App Tester at uTest (Applause)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Performed functional and exploratory testing on a wide range of websites and mobile applications. Reported defects with screenshots or screen recordings, creating clear and reproducible bug reports. Testing was fully manual and carried out through the uTest platform.
Co-Founder at Home Decoration & Renovation Startup
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Designed and implemented home decoration and renovation projects, managing planning and on-site execution. Led a small team of technicians, coordinating daily tasks and ensuring quality and safety standards. Collaborated with clients to deliver tailored solutions and ensured projects were completed on time. Co-founded and managed the company, overseeing both operational and design responsibilities.
Instructor Pilot at Turkish Air Force
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2019
Trained and mentored 30+ student pilots on the KT-1T aircraft; delivered both basic and advanced flight training. Accumulated 400+ simulator hours and 600+ hours as an instructor. Conducted end-user system testing of KT-1T’s new briefing/debriefing integration systems, in aircraft and full-scale simulators. Led testing activities and coordinated with fellow instructors, ensuring systematic validation of aircraft–ground data flow. Reported bugs and system malfunctions to development teams, supported fixes and software updates. Improved usability and operational reliability for effective use in real flights and simulator training.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering at Turkish Air Force Academy
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Flight Instructor Training at Turkish Air Force
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Software Testing & Test Automation at Turkish Air Force
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
SDET Bootcamp at Remote, USA
January 1, 2022 - December 9, 2025
German Language and Integration Course at Further Training & Integration / Germany
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering at Turkish Air Force Academy / Istanbul, Turkey
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Flight Instructor Training at Turkish Air Force / Izmir, Turkey
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Pilot Training at Turkish Air Force Academy / Istanbul, Turkey
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
SDET Bootcamp / Software Testing & Test Automation at Remote, U.S.A.
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
German Language and Integration Course at Further Training & Integration / Germany
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

ISTQB Foundation Level
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
SDET Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Pilot License (Military Training)
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Flight Instructor Certificate (Instructor Training)
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
ISTQB Foundation Level
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
SDET Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Pilot License (Military Training)
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025
Flight Instructor Certificate (Instructor Training)
January 11, 2030 - December 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Transportation & Logistics, Manufacturing