An Experienced Software Developer, Project Manager and Researcher
Greetings, I am Mustafa Semih Sadak, an experienced software developer with over a decade of expertise in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality software applications using Java, Python and C++. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of leading teams and projects, enabling me to hone my skills in project management, leadership, and communication.
My passion lies in scientific and technological projects, and I have a deep interest in various fields such as Biometrics, Image&Signal Processing, Computer Vision, Signature Verification, Pattern Recognition, Software Engineering and Object Oriented Design. Should you require any assistance in these fields, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Presently, I serve as a Software Project Manager at TUBITAK (The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye), a prestigious organization dedicated to promoting scientific and technological research in Türkiye.
Working with: Prof. Nihan Kahraman and Dr. Umut Uludağ
İstanbul, TÜRKİYE
@semihsadak
semih.sadak@tubitak.gov.tr
semihsadak@gmail.com
semihsadak.net
Yıldız Technical University , İstanbul
Ph.D., Electronics and Communication Engineering
Thesis Title:
"Fusion of Dynamic and Static Features for Handwritten Signature Verification"
Thesis Advisor: Prof. Nihan Kahraman
Thesis Co‑Advisor: Dr. Umut Uludağ
Courses: Computer Vision, Object Oriented Design and Modeling, Software Quality and Test Techniques, Signal and Image Processing for Re‑
mote Sensing, Machine Learning, Advanced Signal Processing, Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery, Optical Pattern Recognition, Cognitive
Aspects of Natural Language Processing, Two Dimensional Signal&Image Processing, Statistical Signal Processing, Microwave 1, Electromag‑
netic Wave Theory, Signals and Systems, Probability Theory
Yıldız Technical University , İstanbul
M.S., Mathematical Engineering
Thesis Title: "Performance Comparison of Numerical Algorithms Used in Solving Engineering Problems"
Thesis Advisor: Prof. Hülya Şahintürk
Courses:Mathematical Programming, Job Sequencing and Scheduling, Project Management Systems, Supply Chain and Logistics Manage‑
ment, Special Topics in Operations Research, Introduction to Graph Theory, Matrix Analysis, Image Compression Methods and Standarts
Yıldız Technical University , İstanbul
B.S., Mathematical Engineering
Foreign Language Preparation (Two semesters)
Courses: Programming Languages I‑II, Introduction to Computer Programming, Hardware of PC, Algorithms and Data Structures, Computer
Design, Object Oriented Programming, Data Management and File Structures, Image Processing, Theory of Games, Linear Programming, Statis‑
tics, Optimization Techniques, Time Series Analysis, Introduction to Control Theory, Operational Research, Finite Element Methods, Mechanics
of Fluids, Numerical Analysis, Partial Differential Equations, Complex Analysis, Dynamics, Materials, Statics and Strength of Materials, Linear
Algebra, Mathematical Logic, ...
M.S. Sadak, N. Kahraman and U. Uludag, "Dynamic and Static Feature Fusion for Increased Accuracy in Signature Verification", Signal Processing: Image Communication, vol. 108, 116823, October 2022.
A. Oncu, O. F. Arar, S. Akpinar, O. Yalcin, U. Mert, M. S. Sadak, S. Kosunalp, "Developing an Electronic Examination System for Aptitude Measurement and Application to Air Traffic Controller Selection” (In Turkish)", UYMS, 2014.
O. F. Arar, A. Oncu, S. Akpinar, O. Yalcin, U. Mert, M. S. Sadak, S. Kosunalp, "A flexible e-exam framework and air traffic controller selection system", Global Journal on Technology, vol. 3, June 2013.
(In Preparation) M.S. Sadak, N. Kahraman and U. Uludag, "A Robust Approach for Sound-Based Handwritten Signature Verification"
Project Manager/ Senior Software Engineer
TUBITAK (The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye)
Senior Software Engineer
TUBITAK (The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye)
Senior Software Engineer
TUBITAK (The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye)
Sowtware Engineer
CETECH-ADTECH
Reviewer at IET Biometrics Journal
Scientific Resercher at TUBITAK and YTU
Senior Software Developer at TUBITAK
Project Manager at TUBITAK
Novels: I am an enthusiastic reader of novels, and enjoy exploring various genres and authors in my free time to expand my knowledge and imagination.
Piano: In my free time, I enjoy playing the piano and have been studying and practicing classical pieces for the past five years.
Horse Riding: I am also an avid horse rider, and enjoy spending weekends at the riding clubs where I have been taking lessons and honing my riding skills for the past two years.
Basketball: I also enjoy playing basketball as a way to stay active and engage in team sports, and regularly participate in pick‑up games with friends on weekends.