I am an innovative and result-driven Senior Software Engineer with over 12 years of experience designing, developing, and deploying scalable software solutions. Having worked with a variety of companies ranging from startups to global corporations, I focus on delivering thoughtful digital experiences that evolve with business needs. Throughout my career, I have proven my engineering skills and leadership, taking roles such as Tech Lead and working on international fintech products across Africa. I bring dedication to achieving 100% customer satisfaction and have been recognized as a Top 1% Freelancer on Upwork. I enjoy working on projects that combine technology with business goals, ensuring high-quality, scalable outcomes.

Hakan Cetin

I am an innovative and result-driven Senior Software Engineer with over 12 years of experience designing, developing, and deploying scalable software solutions. Having worked with a variety of companies ranging from startups to global corporations, I focus on delivering thoughtful digital experiences that evolve with business needs. Throughout my career, I have proven my engineering skills and leadership, taking roles such as Tech Lead and working on international fintech products across Africa. I bring dedication to achieving 100% customer satisfaction and have been recognized as a Top 1% Freelancer on Upwork. I enjoy working on projects that combine technology with business goals, ensuring high-quality, scalable outcomes.

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I am an innovative and result-driven Senior Software Engineer with over 12 years of experience designing, developing, and deploying scalable software solutions. Having worked with a variety of companies ranging from startups to global corporations, I focus on delivering thoughtful digital experiences that evolve with business needs. Throughout my career, I have proven my engineering skills and leadership, taking roles such as Tech Lead and working on international fintech products across Africa. I bring dedication to achieving 100% customer satisfaction and have been recognized as a Top 1% Freelancer on Upwork. I enjoy working on projects that combine technology with business goals, ensuring high-quality, scalable outcomes.

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Work Experience

Freelance Software Engineer at Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Working with a variety of clients from startups to corporate companies, focusing on providing exceptional service with a 100% customer satisfaction rate and a Top 1% Freelancer badge on Upwork. Technologies used include React, Next.js, JavaScript, Node.js, Laravel, HTML, and CSS.
Front End Software Engineer / Tech Lead at Letshego Holdings Limited
December 31, 2025 - July 10, 2025
Worked within an agile framework to deliver international products for a large fintech company serving countries across Africa. Proved engineering skills and was promoted to Tech Lead for a small technical team, which included QA, backend, and frontend engineers for a year. Technologies include React, JavaScript, HTML, and Azure.
Full Stack Software Engineer & Tech Lead at IF Ventures
December 31, 2016 - July 10, 2025
Created necessary technical infrastructure for new projects, managing both frontend and backend development, and maintaining websites and databases. Single-handedly developed Bloom and Fresh, a premium flower delivery platform that secured investments. Technologies used: PHP, Laravel, MySQL, MongoDB, Node.js, AngularJS.
Software Engineer at BILIN
December 31, 2014 - July 10, 2025
Part of the Human Resources Software Development team, working on projects for major companies like Ford and the two largest banks in Turkey. Technologies used include .NET, JavaScript, and HTML.
Freelance Software Engineer
January 1, 2016 - Present
Working with a variety of clients from startups to corporate companies, focusing on providing exceptional service with a 100% customer satisfaction rate and a Top 1% Freelancer badge on Upwork. Utilizes technologies including React, Next.js, JavaScript, Node.js, Laravel, HTML, and CSS.
Front End Software Engineer / Tech Lead at Letshego Holdings Limited
December 31, 2025 - July 10, 2025
Worked with the agile framework to deliver international products for a large fintech company serving multiple African countries. After demonstrating strong engineering skills, appointed as Tech Lead for a small technical team including QA, backend, and frontend engineers for one year. Technologies used include React, JavaScript, HTML, and Azure.
Full Stack Software Engineer & Tech Lead at IF Ventures
December 31, 2016 - July 10, 2025
Created technical infrastructure for new projects, managed all frontend and backend development, and maintained websites and databases. Single-handedly developed 'Bloom and Fresh', a premium flower delivery platform which received investments. Technologies used include PHP, Laravel, MySQL, MongoDB, Node.js, and AngularJS.
Software Engineer at BILIN
December 31, 2014 - July 10, 2025
Part of the Human Resources Software Development team, working on projects for notable companies like Ford and the two largest banks in Turkey. Utilized .NET, JavaScript, and HTML technologies.
Freelance Software Engineer
January 1, 2016 - Present
Worked with a variety of clients from startups to corporate companies, focusing on providing exceptional service with a 100% customer satisfaction rate and earning a Top 1% Freelancer badge on Upwork. Utilized React, Next.js, JavaScript, Node.js, Laravel, HTML, and CSS to build digital solutions.
Front End Software Engineer / Tech Lead at Letshego Holdings Limited
January 1, 2025 - August 16, 2025
Worked within an agile framework to deliver international fintech products serving countries across Africa. Promoted to Tech Lead managing a small technical team including QA, backend, and frontend engineers for a year. Technologies used included React, JavaScript, HTML, and Azure.
Full Stack Software Engineer & Tech Lead at IF Ventures
January 1, 2016 - August 16, 2025
Created technical infrastructure for new projects and managed frontend and backend development, website, and database maintenance. Single-handedly created Bloom and Fresh, a premium flower delivery platform, which received investments. Worked with PHP, Laravel, MySQL, MongoDB, Node.js, and AngularJS.
Software Engineer at BILIN
January 1, 2014 - August 16, 2025
Part of the Human Resources Software Development team working on client projects for companies such as Ford and the two largest banks in Turkey. Utilized .NET, JavaScript, and HTML technologies.
Freelance Software Engineer
January 1, 2016 - Present
Providing exceptional software engineering services to a variety of clients ranging from startups to corporate companies. Maintaining a 100% customer satisfaction rate and achieving a Top 1% Freelancer badge on Upwork. Skilled in React, Next.js, JavaScript, Node.js, Laravel, HTML, and CSS.
Front End Software Engineer / Tech Lead at Letshego Holdings Limited
January 1, 2025 - August 25, 2025
Worked within the agile framework to develop and deliver international products for a major fintech company serving countries across Africa. Promoted to Tech Lead, managing a small technical team consisting of QA, backend, and frontend engineers for one year. Utilized React, JavaScript, HTML, and Azure technologies.
Full Stack Software Engineer & Tech Lead at IF Ventures
January 1, 2016 - August 25, 2025
Created necessary technical infrastructure for new projects, managing both frontend and backend development as well as maintaining websites and databases. Single-handedly developed Bloom and Fresh, a premium flower delivery platform, and successfully attracted investments. Technologies used include PHP, Laravel, MySQL, MongoDB, Node.js, and AngularJS.
Software Engineer at BILIN
January 1, 2014 - August 25, 2025
Member of the Human Resources Software Development team, contributing to projects for major clients like Ford and the two largest banks in Turkey. Worked with .NET, JavaScript, and HTML technologies.

Education

BSc at Galatasaray University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
BSc at Galatasaray University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
BSc at Galatasaray University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
BSc Computer Engineering at Galatasaray University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Retail, Professional Services

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