About
I'm a Full-Stack Software Developer with 15+ years of experience, specializing in React, TypeScript, and Web3 technologies. With a strong foundation in frontend development, I build decentralized applications (dApps), integrate smart contracts, and create intuitive user interfaces for DeFi platforms across Ethereum, Aeternity, and Cosmos ecosystems. I bridge traditional web development practices with blockchain innovation to deliver seamless user experiences in the decentralized world.
Skills
Frontend
- React
- TypeScript
- JavaScript
- Next.js
- React Native
- Redux
- Tailwind CSS
Web3 & Blockchain
- Smart Contracts
- Solidity
- DApps
- DeFi
- Ethers.js
- Wagmi
- Hardhat
Blockchain Ecosystems
- Ethereum
- Aeternity
- Cosmos
- Cross-chain Development
Backend & Infrastructure
- Node.js
- Python
- Docker
- AWS
- CI/CD
- GitHub Actions
Tools & Testing
- Jest
- Git
- OpenZeppelin
- Chainlink
Work
Self-Employed
Blockchain Engineer & Developer
Sep 2020 - Present
Building innovative blockchain tools while actively seeking new
projects and contract opportunities. Currently developing
arbitrage trading automation systems and blockchain analyzer
tools for on-chain data insights. Contributing to open-source
Web3 ecosystems and helping clients bring their blockchain
visions to life with secure, scalable dApp implementations.
Specializing in smart contract development, full-stack Web3
applications, and decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions.
Technologies include Solidity, TypeScript, React, Ethers.js,
Wagmi, and various blockchain ecosystems.
Aeternity Foundation
Blockchain Software Developer
Apr 2024 - May 2025
As a Blockchain Software Developer at Aeternity Foundation, I
led frontend development for a secure cross-chain bridge between
Aeternity Mainnet and Ethereum, enabling seamless token
transfers and interoperability. I also contributed to the
ecosystem's open-source initiatives, including designing an
automated documentation system that aggregates and syncs GitHub
repository content into a unified GitBook, significantly
improving developer experience and enabling AI-powered
documentation queries. Additionally, I architected and
implemented a dedicated bridge solution for Aeternity
Hyperchains, facilitating native and fungible token transfers
between the mainnet and hyperchains while ensuring security and
efficiency. My technical expertise included developing smart
contracts in Sophia for cross-chain token transfers and bridge
functionality, implementing secure wallet integration with
MetaMask and WalletConnect, and collaborating with the core team
to optimize transaction gas fees and improve scalability of
cross-chain operations.
Delphi Digital
Web3 Frontend Engineer
Apr 2023 - Sep 2023
At Delphi Digital, I contributed to developing a decentralized
lending and borrowing platform within the Cosmos ecosystem. I
focused on establishing a scalable foundation for the
progressive web3 application, collaborating closely with two
other developers to ensure seamless integration and performance.
I later expanded functionality by building additional features
on top of the v2 DeFi platform. My work leveraged a tech stack
including Next.js, React, TypeScript, CosmWasm, and the Cosmos
SDK. Additionally, I supported the company's open-source
initiatives by helping develop tools for data analysis,
improving transparency around protocol liquidity and reporting.
My technical expertise included implementing CosmWasm smart
contract interactions and integrating Pyth price feeds for
accurate asset valuation, as well as optimizing application
performance and user experience for DeFi protocols with complex
financial calculations.
Swarm
Technical Lead & Full Stack Engineer
Jun 2021 - Sep 2022
At Swarm, I led engineering teams in designing and implementing
scalable DeFi solutions, including smart contracts for
tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs). I drove architectural
decisions, ensuring security, performance, and alignment with
business objectives. Managing cross-functional collaboration, I
translated business requirements into technical specifications.
I oversaw hiring, mentorship, and rigorous code reviews to
maintain high standards. Additionally, I spearheaded initiatives
to enhance platform reliability and expand feature sets in
decentralized finance. My technical contributions included
designing and developing new features to extend the
functionality of the DeFi platform, enhancing user experience
and system capabilities. I collaborated closely with
cross-functional teams to improve code quality, optimize
application performance, and implement scalable solutions,
contributing to the platform's growth by delivering robust,
maintainable code while adhering to best practices in blockchain
and decentralized finance technologies.
Uberall
Team Lead Frontend Engineering & Squad Captain
Dec 2017 - Aug 2020
At Uberall, a Berlin-based SaaS company specializing in
location-based marketing solutions, I played a key role in
enhancing product features and addressing critical technical
challenges. I contributed to improving search engine indexing,
elevating code quality, and modernizing the frontend
architecture by replacing legacy systems. Working in an on-site,
in-house capacity, I collaborated closely with cross-functional
teams to drive innovation and optimize performance, ensuring
scalable and maintainable solutions for the platform. After a
year at Uberall, I advanced to Frontend Team Lead, overseeing
technical design decisions, code quality, and developer
mentorship. Later, as the Platform Squad Lead (under the
company's Squad model), I spearheaded cross-functional
deliveries, people management, and strategic initiatives like
OKR alignment. My role focused on driving performance, enforcing
best practices, onboarding new developers, and ensuring
high-quality, scalable solutions for the location-based
marketing platform. I also led the development of a new Match
Viewer project, creating the foundation in the front-end and
covering topics such as legacy code management, global state
management, route logic handling, data flow, and component tree
creation.
Monument Labs
Mobile Development Engineer
Jun 2016 - Dec 2017
As a Mobile Development Engineer at Monument Labs, I specialized
in JavaScript-focused client application development. I designed
and developed applications from scratch for iOS, Android, and
Desktop (Windows & MacOSX) platforms. My work involved
contributing to device API design and implementation, ensuring
seamless cross-platform functionality and performance across
different operating systems and devices.
Nomad Commerce
Lead Frontend Developer
May 2014 - Jun 2016
As the first frontend developer and 7th employee at Nomad
Commerce, I spearheaded cross-platform mobile app development
for industries like banking, social media, gaming, and marketing
using Ionic, Cordova, and React Native. My work extended to
smartwatch apps, kiosk screens, and credit card machines,
contributing to the company's rapid growth. As the team
expanded, I took on leadership of the frontend team, guiding
developers while collaborating with design and marketing to
deliver high-quality, customer-centric solutions. My technical
expertise and leadership were instrumental in scaling the team
and driving innovative product development.
Education
Bahçeşehir University
Bachelor's degree - Computer Education and Instructional
Technologies
2010 - 2015 • İstanbul, Türkiye
Software Engineering (DSA/OOP), Project Management,
Instructional Design and English Academic Writing.
Interdisciplinary curriculum including psychology and sociology.
Profilo Anatolian Technical High School
High School Diploma - Information Technologies - Database
Programming
2005 - 2010
Comprehensive studies in computer hardware, networking, and
programming. Beginning with foundational coding in C, advancing
to C# .NET for console application development, and expanding
into web development using ASP.NET. Created first professional
web project—a portal integrating web services to enable users to
play Flash games online.