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Solutions Architect · IMS & 5G Core Network

Professional Summary

Solution Architect and Data Scientist with 15+ years of telecommunications expertise, specializing in AI/ML-driven network optimization and predictive analytics for 5G/4G Core networks. Proven track record of architecting scalable cloud-native solutions for major telecom operators. Expert in transforming complex telecom data into actionable business intelligence while leading cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions that improve network performance and reduce operational costs.

Experience

Solution Architect

Odine Labs R&D
April 2025 – Present Istanbul, Turkey
  • Architected cloud-native AI/ML solutions using Kubernetes/OpenShift and GCP Vertex AI, enabling 40% faster model deployment cycles
  • Led development of conversational AI chatbot and document analyzer system
  • Designed synthetic data generation system from scratch using advanced statistical modeling techniques
  • Implemented V2X sidelink QoS prediction models with machine learning algorithms

Data Analyst & Scientist

B-YOND
December 2022 – March 2025 Canada
  • Developed mobility and connectivity prediction models for 5G Core and VoNR services for Verizon, improving network reliability by 25%
  • Created EPC and 5GC predictive models for 4G-5G migration for AT&T
  • Delivered real-time anomaly detection system handling millions of concurrent users during remote peak events (World Cup 2023 - Ooredoo Qatar)
  • Built automated VoLTE diagnostic models for Telenet and Vodafone Ziggo
  • Developed advanced protocol parsers for SIP, Diameter, GTPv2, HTTP/2, PFCP, and NGAP following latest 3GPP specs

Senior Core Network Optimization Engineer

Turkcell
September 2019 – February 2022 Istanbul, Turkey
  • Developed network operation automation and anomaly detection software from scratch using Python, SQL, and JavaScript, reducing manual intervention by 70%
  • Implemented Meta Prophet ML models for predictive network performance analysis
  • Led VoiceX project transitioning from legacy Ericsson/Huawei systems to modern Mavenir IMS architecture with zero service downtime
  • Integrated multiple OSS platforms including Ericsson ENM, Mavenir XA, and Huawei systems for unified network management

Early Career Experience

Turkcell, Self-Employed, Vodafone Turkey, VOTEL
2010 – 2019 Various
  • Managed critical voice network infrastructure serving millions of subscribers across multiple operators
  • Established successful consulting business specializing in VoIP and telecommunications solutions
  • Developed expertise in diverse switching platforms including Oracle ACME SBC, GENBAND systems, and Asterisk-based solutions

Skills & Technologies

AI/ML & Data Science
Python R Machine Learning Deep Learning Predictive Modeling Statistical Analysis Feature Engineering Real-time Analytics
Cloud & Architecture
OpenStack Kubernetes/OpenShift GCP Vertex AI Docker Microservices CI/CD DevOps Solution Architecture
Telecommunications
5G/4G Core Networks (EPC, 5GC) IMS V2X Communications Network Function Virtualization (VNF/CNF) Telecom Protocol Stack (SIP, Diameter, GTP, NGAP, PFCP)
Development & Tools
C++ Kotlin Flutter SQL Bash Tableau Alteryx Elasticsearch Grafana Prometheus Jenkins Git
Languages
English (Advanced) Dutch (Intermediate) French (Basic)
Contact

Get in Touch

Interested in working together or have a question? Send me a message.

I'm open to consulting engagements, full-time roles, and collaboration on challenging telecom and data engineering projects.

cem8kaya@gmail.com
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