Buğra Baygül

Software Engineer with a dual background in Computer Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Skilled in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Python, and C++, with hands-on experience across distributed microservices, UI/UX improvements, caching optimization, and database integration. Delivered critical enhancements to enterprise-grade systems, strong track record of building network traffic classifiers, encryption analysis tools, and simulation-based engineering solutions. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration, technical leadership, and delivering production-ready features under Agile workflows. Working on solving complex system-level challenges at the intersection of software engineering, AI, and network security.

• English, Advanced C1
• French, Beginner A2
• Turkish, Native

• Drama and Improvisation
• Camping
• Playing Guitar
• Dancing (Salsa & Bachata & Swing)
• Cycling

• Network Traffic Classifier (Graduation Thesis, 2025) – Built a classifier for encrypted traffic using packet pattern recognition techniques.
• Modelling and Simulation of Thermoelectric Cooling (Graduation Thesis, 2024) – Developed a MATLAB and Java simulation for thermoelectric cooling performance optimization.
• AI-Based Strategic Board Game (2024) – Created an AI-driven turn-based board game using Python and heuristic algorithms.
• Secure File Vault Application (2024) – Designed a Java application allowing users to store sensitive files in an encrypted container.
• P2P File Transfer Application (2024) – Implemented a decentralized peer-to-peer file exchange system with Java sockets.
• AllerManger Mobile Application (2024) – Developed a React Native app offering allergy-safe shopping recommendations.
• Single Player Jet Fighter Game (2023) – Created a 2D Java action game simulating jet flight dynamics.
• Tetris Game with Enhanced Features (2023) – Implemented a C++ version of Tetris with advanced animations and gameplay mechanics.
• 2D & 3D Single Player Robot Games (2023) – Built OpenGL/GLUT-based robot control and navigation simulations.
• Theater Ticket Reservation System (2023) – Developed a Java application for real-time seat booking and ticket management.
• Shop Inventory Management System (2023) – Created a Java desktop inventory tracker with automatic stock alerts.
• Digital Torque Wrench (2022) – Designed an Arduino-based digital torque measurement device for industrial applications.
• Mandarin Dryer Project (2022) – Built an Arduino-controlled thermal drying system for citrus processing.
• Steering Wheel Design with Lattice Structure (2022) – Designed a 3D-printed metal steering wheel using EOS M400 in Zwolle, The Netherlands.
• Souvenir Manufacturing for Zwolle–Oslo Union (2022) – Produced custom souvenirs during Erasmus exchange in The Netherlands.
• Autonomous / Electrical Car & Drone Projects (2021) – Designed and prototyped vehicles and drones with Yeditepe Automotive Team.
• Productive Design Challenge – METUMECH (2021) – Participated in an engineering design competition focusing on innovative manufacturing.
• Corkscrew Design & 3D Printing (2020) – Created and printed a PLA corkscrew prototype through additive manufacturing.

• Corporate Communications Assistant, Yeditepe University, 2021, Summer
• Mechanicareer Event, YUSOME, 2020
• Organizator, IEEE Marmara Region Conference, 2019
• Competitor/Finalist, TEKNOFEST, 2023
• Data & Analytics Summit'22, BUYAK Boğaziçi University, 2022
• Ambition 3D AM Printing, Perron 038, Zwolle, Overijssel, 2022, The Netherlands
• Metumech, Middle East Technical University, 2021
• Microsoft CsTalk Data Visualization, 2021
• Ford Otosan Factory Tour, Kocaeli, Kocaeli, Turkey, 2015
• Porsche Factory Tour Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, 2022