Semih Kekül
About Semih Kekül
Semih Kekül is a Software Engineer at TomTom with extensive experience in software development and design, having worked in various roles across multiple companies and countries.
Current Role at TomTom
Semih Kekül has been working as a Software Engineer at TomTom since 2020. Based in Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands, he focuses on developing unit and component tests within his role. TomTom is a prominent location technology company and Semih's contributions include both developing and maintaining software that plays a crucial part in the company's product offerings.
Previous Experience at ICT Group
From 2019 to 2020, Semih Kekül served as a Senior Software Designer at ICT Group in Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands. During his tenure, he gained valuable experience in software design and development, contributing to various projects that required a detailed understanding of software architecture and engineering principles.
Role at Arçelik Global
Semih Kekül worked at Arçelik Global as a Senior Software Engineer from 2016 to 2019 in Istanbul, Turkey. Throughout his three years at Arçelik, a multinational household appliances manufacturer, he engaged in projects that solidified his expertise in software engineering, including the full software development lifecycle, from design to deployment.
Early Career: Havelsan and Military Service
Before joining the corporate sector, Semih Kekül served in the Turkish Army for one year from 2013 to 2014, fulfilling mandatory military service. Prior to that, he spent five years at Havelsan in Ankara, Turkey, working as a Software Engineer from 2008 to 2013. During his time at Havelsan, he was involved in various projects, gaining substantial experience in software development for defense and IT solutions.
Education in Computer Engineering
Semih Kekül earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi / Middle East Technical University between 2002 and 2008. His education provided a strong foundation in computer science principles and practical skills, preparing him for a successful career in software engineering.
Hobby Projects and Personal Development
In his spare time, Semih Kekül engages in several technology-centric hobbies. He develops mobile games and creates JIRA plugins. Additionally, he has a keen interest in developing operating systems and compilers and designing and developing Android applications using both Java and C++ (JNI). These projects allow him to continually hone his technical skills and stay updated with the latest industry trends.