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I am a Computer Engineer (BE-CoE) with more than 14 years of professional experience, specializing in test engineering and holding a Master of Science in Information Technologies. I have demonstrated expertise as a Lead Test Engineer for the past 5 years, during which I have also functioned as a Software Test Architect. My proficiency extends to Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python. I am a certified holder of the ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager (CTAL-TM) since July 2023. I am deeply enthusiastic about exploring and implementing novel technologies. My intrinsic motivation drives me to excel independently and collaboratively within team environments.
I am comfortable working in remote and cross-functional teams, and I thrive on analytical challenges, technical problem solving, and leadership. I enjoy shaping quality across the software development lifecycle and continuously pursuing process improvements.
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Work Experience
QA Lead Engineer at Cere Network (Remote)
September 25, 2023 - November 26, 2025Spearhead QA initiatives, validate existing practices, and strategize improvements to enhance efficiency. Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies, evaluate features and workflows, and enrich QA knowledge with detailed test plans and cases. Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align software quality with business goals. Lead and mentor a team of manual and automated engineers to continually improve product quality.
Lead QA Engineer at HotelRunner
September 18, 2023 - September 18, 2023Designed and implemented test automation frameworks for front-end and back-end systems. Developed and executed software quality assurance plans, conducted code reviews, and created comprehensive tests. Led architecture and leadership of diverse test suites (front-end, data manipulation, API, performance, regression) using Page Object Model, enabling CI/CD integration.
Lead Test Engineer (Head of QA) at Chooch AI
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023Designed and implemented test automation frameworks for front-end and back-end systems. Developed QA plans, conducted code reviews, and led cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with requirements. Built testing processes from scratch, crafted testing plans and workflows, and standardized documentation. Architected and led multiple test suites, implemented POM for visual regression, and ensured secure Docker deployments.
Lead QA Engineer at WittyCommerce, part of Emakina Group
August 12, 2021 - August 12, 2021Architected QA automation projects, developed QA plans, led code reviews, created automated and manual tests, maintained test suites, and executed a Security Suite per OWASP Top 10. Implemented performance testing with Apache JMeter. Transformed development processes toward Agile and led cross-functional teams to ensure requirements were met.
Senior QA Developer at NuWeb
August 29, 2019 - August 29, 2019Defined QA scope and objectives, created test plans and cases, tracked database loads, and maintained testing scripts using Nightwatch. Executed Back-End tests with Postman.
QA Engineer at NuCal
August 29, 2019 - August 29, 2019Defined QA scope and objectives, developed test plans, and maintained automation scripts using Nightwatch (JavaScript).
Product Manager at Optimum7
June 7, 2018 - June 7, 2018Collaborated with delivery and sales to respond to RFP/RFI/RFQ/EOI. Prepared BRDs and project plans (user stories, use cases, flows). Defined system requirements and tracked milestones, progress, risks, and documentation. Facilitated solution understanding for end-users through use cases and analysis.
Test Specialist at Cardtek Payment Solutions Co. Ltd.
June 7, 2018 - June 7, 2018Tested payment processing systems, tested and integrated payment devices for İzmir Metropolitan Municipality, evaluated testing software, produced reports, monitored transaction data, and supported QA for AUS.exe / AUS Web configuration tool and İzdeniz app.
Test Specialist at Innova IT Solutions Co. Ltd.
April 29, 2016 - April 29, 2016For Turkish Airlines project, executed integration test scripts and maintained QA processes. For LIFUS and Cabin Management System (CMS) mobile apps, performed manual and automated tests using Appium. Led QA for VIA Tax-Free project with Selenium and managed QA lifecycle for Avea Payment System.
Senior Software Test Engineer at Comodo Technologies Co. Ltd.
July 17, 2013 - July 17, 2013Led testing for Ad Trust browser extension, authored test cases from user points and architecture, automated test suites with Selenium WebDriver, and ensured product quality. Worked on C-One project and served as Scrum Master coordinating with Product Management on story acceptance and validation.
Assistant Software Test Engineer at Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
July 17, 2013 - July 17, 2013Supported BI Core Platform (BICP) with DWH/ETL integrations, configured and validated data pipelines, and contributed across project phases from data analysis to production quality validation.
QA Lead Engineer at Cere Network
September 25, 2023 - November 26, 2025Custodian of QA processes, validates practices, and designs/testing strategies to ensure high-quality software. Leads a team of manual and automated testers and collaborates with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align quality with business goals and manage risks.
Lead QA Engineer at WittyCommerce, part of Emakina Group
August 29, 2019 - August 29, 2019Architected QA automation, led code reviews, created automated and manual tests, executed security and performance tests, and helped transition to Agile practices.
Senior QA Developer at NuWeb
September 14, 2018 - September 14, 2018Defined QA scope, developed test plans/cases, maintained Nightwatch scripts, and performed back-end testing with Postman for multiple projects.
Test Specialist at Cardtek Payment Solutions Co. Ltd.
April 29, 2016 - April 29, 2016Tested payment processing systems, supervised test planning for Web-dolum, validated data integrity, and tested AUS.exe/Web configuration tool and İzdeniz app.
Test Specialist at Innova IT Solutions Co. Ltd.
April 30, 2015 - April 30, 2015Turkish Airlines project QA; LIFUS and CMS mobile apps; automated and manual testing using Appium and Selenium, QA strategy and test scripts.
QA Lead Engineer at Koç University
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2024Architected and delivered a fully scalable end-to-end automation framework for Front-End and Back-End systems, integrating modern testing standards, CI/CD alignment, and maintainable design principles. Built and executed enterprise-level load and performance testing suites using k6 and Apache JMeter across multiple critical projects, enabling data-driven capacity planning and system reliability validation. Designed and ran penetration testing scenarios to proactively identify security risks and enhance platform robustness. Transformed the QA processes into an official QA SDLC and authored a comprehensive QA Procedure Document to ensure consistency, traceability, and continuous quality improvement across engineering teams.
QA Lead Engineer at Cere Network
March 1, 2024 - March 1, 2024Spearheaded QA initiatives, validating and improving QA practices to align with critical business objectives. Devised and executed a comprehensive testing strategy to ensure the highest software quality, crafted detailed test plans and cases, enriched the QA knowledge base, and facilitated collaboration with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure adherence to quality benchmarks. Demonstrated risk management skills to prioritize and mitigate quality concerns while leading and mentoring the QA team in a fast-paced environment.
Product Manager at Optimum7
September 14, 2018 - September 14, 2018Collaborated with delivery and sales teams to respond to RFP/RFI/RFQ/EOI; prepared BRDs; defined project plans, user stories, and use cases; managed dependencies and risks; tracked milestones and communicated progress.
Senior Software Test Engineer at Comodo Technologies Co. Ltd.
April 30, 2015 - April 30, 2015Designed test cases from user points and architecture; automated test suites using Selenium WebDriver; ensured software met requirements; contributed as Scrum Master for stakeholder alignment.
Education
Master of Science in Information Technologies at Ege University, International Computer Institute
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering at Okan University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011High School Diploma at Ihsaniye Anatolian High School
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006Master of Science in Information Technologies at Ege University, International Computer Institute
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering at Okan University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2011High School Diploma at Ihsaniye Anatolian High School
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2006Master of Science in Information Technologies at Ege University, International Computer Institute
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering at Okan University, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011High School Diploma at Ihsaniye Anatolian High School
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006Koç System – Computer Engineering Training at Koç System
April 9, 2011 - April 10, 2011Koç University – Marketing at Koç University
April 1, 2011 - April 4, 2011ISTQB Advanced Level Certified Test Manager (CTAL-TM) at ISTQB
July 29, 2023 - November 27, 2025ISTQB Foundation Level Certified Tester at ISTQB
April 19, 2014 - November 27, 2025ISTQB Advanced Level Certified Test Manager Training at Keytorc (ISTQB Accredited Training Provider)
November 10, 2022 - November 11, 2022Software Process Improvement (Grade: AA) at Middle East Technical University – Software Management
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Verification & Validation (Grade: AA) at METU – Software Management
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Software Management (Grade: AA) at METU – Software Management
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Object-Oriented Software Programming (Grade: BA) at METU – Software Management
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Learning Linux from scratch at Chamber of Computer Engineers
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Qualifications
ISTQB Advanced Level Certified Test Manager (CTAL-TM)
July 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025ISTQB Foundation Level Certified Tester
April 19, 2014 - November 26, 2025ISTQB Advanced Level Certified Test Manager Training (Keytorc)
November 10, 2022 - November 11, 2022METU – Software Management – Software Process Improvement (Grade: AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025METU – Verification & Validation (Grade: AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025METU – Software Management (Grade: AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025METU – Object-Oriented Software Programming (Grade: BA)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025Learning Linux from scratch
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025ISTQB Advanced Level CTAL-TM
July 29, 2023 - November 26, 2025ISTQB Foundation Level Certified Tester
April 19, 2014 - November 26, 2025ISTQB Advanced Level CTAL-TM Training
November 10, 2022 - November 11, 2022Software Process Improvement (Grade AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025Verification & Validation (Grade AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025Software Management (Grade AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025Object-Oriented Software Programming (BA)
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025Learning Linux from scratch
January 11, 2030 - November 26, 2025ISTQB Advanced Level Certified Test Manager (CTAL-TM)
July 29, 2023 - November 27, 2025ISTQB Foundation Level Certified Tester
April 19, 2014 - November 27, 2025ISTQB Advanced Level Certified Test Manager Training
November 10, 2022 - November 11, 2022Software Process Improvement (Grade: AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Verification & Validation (Grade: AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Software Management (Grade: AA)
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Object-Oriented Software Programming (Grade: BA)
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Learning Linux from scratch
January 11, 2030 - November 27, 2025Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Financial Services
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