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I’m a Java & Python developer with over 15 years of experience building web applications, data scraping tools and automation bots for SMEs to large enterprises. I design and maintain data extraction pipelines, crawl dynamic sites, and build browser-automation solutions using Scrapy, Selenium, Playwright, and related technologies to turn unstructured data into actionable insights.
I’m currently seeking a London-based or remote role as a Web Scraping Application Developer where I can apply my expertise to deliver robust scraping pipelines, scalable automation, and reliable data delivery for business-critical needs.
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Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Web Scraping Application Developer at Automata IT Services Ltd, England
January 1, 2011 - PresentSelf-employed developer delivering web scraping and automation projects for multiple clients via Upwork and referrals. Responsibilities include designing and maintaining Java- and Python-based bot applications that mimic browser behavior to send requests, evaluate responses, and perform predefined actions. Built an automated bot system for a Human Resources client to check eligibility for social security claims by filling and submitting online forms and reacting to responses. Developed 12 web scrapers to harvest product catalogs (e.g., Staples UK, Ryman, Office Monster) and US car listings (Autotrader, Edmunds, CarGurus) with multi-threading and proxy support; applications run as desktop/command-line tools using core Java libraries, Scrapy, Selenium, Playwright, and Beautiful Soup.
IT Specialist at IBM Global Services, Turkey
April 1, 2007 - August 1, 2010Worked on multiple banking projects with IBM. Roles included Java Application Developer for Akbank's consumer loan product definition and approval application, participation in requirements gathering and solution design, and delivering defects/changes for business units. Also served as an Integration Specialist for Vakifbank, designing, developing, and testing mediation flows using WebSphere Integration Developer and IBM ESB Server to connect front-end applications with core banking host systems. Contributed to blueprinting and requirement workshops for Isbank MOD core banking modules, producing framework design documents and host connectivity guides.
Application Developer at Show TV, Turkey
January 1, 2005 - April 1, 2007Developed mobile applications (SMS, WAP), web applications, and Java-based console applications to interface with partner APIs and telecom operators. Technologies included Java, Oracle, PL/SQL, Web Services, JSP, Servlet, Eclipse, and Apache Tomcat.
Application Developer at QNB Finansbank, Turkey
August 1, 2004 - December 1, 2005Participated in the development of Internet Banking and Online Credit Application for Finansbank Turkey and Finansbank Moscow. Technologies included Java, JSP, Oracle, and IBM WSAD.
Education
MA at Boğaziçi University
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2010BSc at Middle East Technical University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2004Qualifications
Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services
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