Orhan Ekici

Directed a software department supporting ~250 students per cohort, significantly enhancing program quality and student outcomes.

Redesigned and implemented a cutting-edge curriculum, integrating a strong focus on product thinking and real-world development workflows.

Managed and mentored a diverse team of instructors, ensuring high standards of teaching and consistent delivery of educational content.

Delivered comprehensive training to over 500 students in frontend, backend, and system design, fostering practical skills and industry readiness.

Developed and deployed team-based project environments, effectively simulating real-world product team dynamics and collaborative development processes.

Spearheaded the design and validation of a product-oriented education platform, focusing on enhancing developer growth trajectories.

Pioneered exploration of product strategy, content architecture, and community-driven learning models to maximize educational impact.

Developed scalable onboarding processes and improved developer learning journeys through targeted curriculum design and mentorship.

Provided ongoing mentorship to developers, fostering product thinking and practical problem-solving skills for real-world applications.

Built and scaled a software consultancy, securing and delivering high-impact digital products for 7+ leading financial institutions, including Fibabanka and Garanti Emeklilik.

Orchestrated full product lifecycle, from initial discovery and meticulous scoping to robust delivery and long-term strategic evolution, ensuring sustained client success.

Architected advanced CMS-driven product platforms (Sitefinity), empowering business teams to autonomously manage and rapidly evolve digital products.

Designed and implemented multi-environment systems (pre-prod, staging, multi-prod) with synchronized deployments and strategic release management, enhancing product stability and agility.

Enabled data-driven product decisions by integrating A/B testing, segmentation, and personalization capabilities across client platforms.

Cultivated robust, long-term client relationships and generated recurring revenue through strategic consulting and comprehensive maintenance services.

Directed the digital department, managing the full project lifecycle from sales and scoping to delivery and client success for major brands including Hilton and Hyundai Elevator.

Designed and implemented a company-wide workflow, CRM, and performance management system using Jira, which remains actively utilized to date.

Conducted over 500 interviews, successfully building and scaling high-performing cross-functional teams.

Spearheaded hiring, comprehensive onboarding, and performance management processes, cultivating a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Served as a critical bridge between business and technical teams, driving both efficient project delivery and strategic growth initiatives.

Contributed to a high-traffic, large-scale marketplace platform, enhancing product features and optimizing performance within a complex frontend architecture.

Played a pivotal role in the successful rebuilding of the Emlak Ofisim product, significantly improving its functionality and user experience.

Collaborated effectively with product, design, and backend teams in a structured agile environment to deliver integrated solutions.

Gained hands-on experience in scaling robust systems under real-world constraints, ensuring stability and responsiveness for millions of users.

Delivered large-scale digital platforms and impactful campaign projects for global brands including Citibank, Türk Telekom, and Fiat.

Developed advanced frontend systems and pioneering mobile web experiences, setting benchmarks for early digital engagement.

Led development teams, mentoring junior developers and fostering technical growth within project environments.

Optimized complex systems for performance and designed custom architectures to meet unique project requirements and enhance user interaction.