KURTOGLU
SINAN

Electrical & Electronics Engineer
Embedded Systems · Energy · Software

About Me

As a systems architect with a foundation in electrical and electronics engineering, I have led end-to-end projects across energy systems, industrial facilities, IT infrastructure, and large-scale enterprise software. From field installations to smart city systems, I have brought complex technologies together to operate reliably as an integrated whole. This experience has taught me to see the bigger picture, connect diverse components seamlessly, and develop practical solutions to real-world problems.

My current work combines connected devices, desktop software, and web applications with a focus on industrial quality. I am particularly interested in local AI models, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) for intelligent access to information, and AI technologies for device management. I develop and field-test these systems through an R&D process supported by rigorous testing, detailed documentation, and continuous improvement.

Through this work, I am evaluating how AI, intelligent hardware, and software can operate effectively together in industrial environments. My goal is to complete experimental development and prototype validation, bringing selected technologies to a stage where they are ready for market introduction and development into commercial products.

Work Experience

INDEPENDENT SYSTEMS DEVELOPER & CONSULTANT

Self-employed · 2017–Present

  • Develop connected devices, embedded systems, and desktop and web applications, drawing on experience across electrical engineering, automation, and IT infrastructure.
  • Conduct R&D on local large language models (LLMs), retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and AI integration with IoT systems.
  • Evaluate prototypes through testing, documentation, and iterative improvement, with the goal of developing selected R&D outcomes into commercially viable industrial products.

FIBER OPTIC & TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE CONSULTANT

Various ISP and Telecommunications Companies · Subcontractor · 2009–2017

  • Worked on backbone fiber termination, OTDR testing, Metro Ethernet connections, and base station backbone links.

FOUNDER & SOFTWARE ARCHITECT

Artı Bilişim ve Yazılım · 2004–2009

  • Designed integrated solutions involving SAP interfaces, analog data transfer, and energy monitoring, security, and tracking systems for shopping malls.

IT MANAGER & SYSTEMS ANALYST

Tepebaşı Municipality · 1998–2004

  • Worked on City Information Systems (CIS) and data consolidation across municipal information systems.
  • Connected municipal departments through fiber optic and Nortel network infrastructure.

FIELD ENGINEER & TECHNICAL SERVICE SPECIALIST

Various Companies · 1993–1998

  • Worked on radio transmitter installations, automation panels, and software for examination results analysis.

Selected Projects

Semi-Autonomous AI Workflows & Template Development

2026

Designing and refining reusable workflow templates for human-guided, semi-autonomous AI development. Defining research, planning, implementation, testing, documentation, and approval stages to support consistent execution and continuity across AI tools.

ASUNODE — Smart Home & Local AI Integration

2026

Developing a home security and electrical automation system that brings together my experience in electronics, communications, software, and system integration. The project evolved from commercial smart-home products into a distributed ESP32 network with MQTT-based data exchange, local LLM experiments, and dashboard development. Initial product testing began in July 2026; development continues toward a Python dashboard and a local AI assistant interface.

Antalya Factory Conversion — Power Systems, SCADA & IT Integration

2022

Converted a former electrical transformer manufacturing facility in Antalya into a plastic injection molding factory. Redesigned the electrical distribution, commissioned new power panels, introduced SCADA-based power monitoring and control, and deployed network infrastructure for production, security, and internal shipment tracking.

Fiber Optic Infrastructure and Telecommunications Integration

2009–2017

Delivered fiber backbone and access infrastructure across intercity routes and urban networks. Beginning along the BOTAŞ pipeline corridor from Aliağa toward Bursa, the work covered site power and cabinet preparation, fusion splicing, OTDR testing, PoP connections, and integration of radio links and base stations. Live traffic was migrated to new links in stages. In Antalya, the scope expanded into urban fiber access, where temporary rings enabled early subscriber access and later served as backup paths. As deployments expanded and additional teams were needed, I shared my field experience through technical training and seminars for more than 60 people.

Eskişehir City Information System — Municipal Data, GIS & Systems Integration

1998–2004

Worked on the development of a city information system in Eskişehir, beginning with shared citizen records, field surveys, and migration from legacy municipal applications. As the data volume grew, the work expanded into server deployment and a fiber backbone connecting municipalities and public institutions, with routes prepared during ESTRAM construction. The scope then extended to DB2 and Java enterprise applications, municipal business rules, and MIS/GIS integration using NetCad, enabling access to administrative records through mapped properties. My role combined data analysis and migration with server configuration, network infrastructure, field implementation, and integration across the system’s physical, geographic, and administrative layers.

Artı Bilişim — Software Architecture, Business Applications & Data Integration

2004–2009

I founded Artı Bilişim ve Yazılım to develop reusable business software and modular Delphi-based applications, selecting MySQL as a cost-effective database platform for custom systems. Operating in Eskişehir and Ankara, I extended established commercial packages (Logo, ETA, Netsis, Nebim, Datasoft) through custom reporting, data exchange interfaces, and legacy data migration. My role covered software architecture, development, deployment, and company management, with a design focus on systems that clients with limited budgets and minimal in-house technical staff could operate and maintain.