Mehmet Egemen Pembe

Success Stories

Explore real-world examples of how I’ve led IT transformations, built innovative platforms, managed vendor migrations, and tackled startup challenges. From streamlining operations at Roche and Yum! Brands to launching groundbreaking projects at EmployeeZ, these case studies showcase my commitment to delivering impactful solutions.

Artificial Intelligence Projects

AI-Driven Corporate Innovation Ideas: Publishing thought leadership content on AI trends and applications via LinkedIn. Learn More About AI Ideas
AI Vision: Image Processing with AI Project: A proof of concept demonstrating AI-powered image analysis and description using vision models with Ollama and Node.js. Learn More About AI Vision
Ollama AI Model Integration Project: Developing and testing AI models (LLaMA 3.2, Gemma 2) using Ollama with Node.js. Learn More About Ollama AI Integration
LLamaSharp AI Model Integration Project: Creating a proof of concept (POC) with LLamaSharp using .NET and C#. Learn More About LLamaSharp AI Integration
Offline AI Model Deployment Project: Deploying AI solutions on AWS and local environments for performance optimization. Learn More About Offline AI

EmployeeZ Projects

EmployeeZ Web and Social Presence: Refined the company’s online presence across various digital channels and events. Learn More About EmployeeZ Web and Social Presence
EmployeeZ Mobile Apps: Cross-platform mobile apps for Android and iOS developed using React Native. Learn More About EmployeeZ Mobile Apps
EmployeeZ Web API: Designed and implemented a robust .NET Core-based API for seamless platform interaction. Learn More About EmployeeZ Web API
EmployeeZ Live Video Streaming Web App: Integrated Daily.co and Dolby.io for real-time live video streaming. Learn More About EmployeeZ Live Web App
EmployeeZ Stripe Payment Integration: Integrated Stripe for secure payment processing across the platform. Learn More About EmployeeZ Stripe Integration
EmployeeZ Mercury Bank Integration: Integrated Mercury to enable secure and seamless payout processing across the platform. Learn More About EmployeeZ Mercury Integration
EmployeeZ Digital Wallet: Developed a digital wallet feature for securely processing transactions and refunds. Learn More About EmployeeZ Wallet
EmployeeZ Carbon Hero Project: Contributing 1% of every gig purchase on the platform to support vital carbon removal initiatives. Learn More About Carbon Hero
EmployeeZ Social Modules: Developed features like “Lounge,” “Interactive Challenges,” and “Post Together” to drive user engagement. Learn More About EmployeeZ Social Modules
EmployeeZ ZBot Chatbot Development: Implemented an interactive chatbot to assist users in the platform. Learn More About EmployeeZ ZBot
EmployeeZ IRS Compliance and Data Privacy Projects: Ensured full IRS, GDPR, and CCPA compliance for data handling and tax processes. Learn More About EmployeeZ Compliance

Yum! Brands Projects

KFC & Pizza Hut E-Commerce Projects: Led e-commerce site development and payment integration for both brands. Learn More About KFC & Pizza Hut E-Commerce Projects
KFC Delivery Tracking Project: Implemented Bringg for GPS-based order tracking. Learn More About Delivery Tracking Project
Yum! Brands JD Edwards ERP Project: Managed the implementation of Oracle JD Edwards ERP for efficient resource management. Learn More About JD Edwards Project
Yum! Brands MacromatiX Back-of-House ERP Project: Oversaw the roll-out of MacromatiX with HotSchedules, enhancing operational efficiency. Learn More About MacromatiX Project
Yum! Brands POS System Modernization Project: Led the modernization of point-of-sale systems and the ÖKC compliance project. Learn More About POS System Modernization Project
Yum! Brands Supplier Integration Project: Integrated key suppliers like HAVI and Banvit into restaurant systems for better supply chain management. Learn More About Supplier Integration Project
Yum! Brands Data & Reporting Enhancement Project: Delivered BI reports via AWS Redshift and integrated with global guest experience surveys. Learn More About Enhancement Project
Yum! Brands HQ Dashboard Project: Developed a real-time business dashboard for KFC and Pizza Hut HQ. Learn More About HQ Dashboard Project
Yum! Brands GDPR and KVKK Compliance Project: Ensured compliance with global and local privacy laws across all platforms. Learn More About Compliance Project

Roche Projects

Roche Mobile CRM (mCRM) Innovation Project: Developed the first mobile-enabled CRM solution for Roche, recognized as a global innovation. Learn More About Mobile CRM Project
A Space for Medical People Project: Generated the idea and developed a global social network for medical professionals, awarded by Roche Turkey’s CEO. Learn More About A Space for Medical People Project
Roche CRM ETL/Data Migration Project: Led data migration for CRM across multiple countries in Western Europe. Learn More About CRM ETL Project
Roche CRM Harmonization Project: Standardized CRM processes and integrated with third-party systems. Learn More About CRM Harmonization
Roche Pharmaceuticals SAP Ariba Integration project: Developing a custom application to interface with SAP Ariba, Roche’s global procurement and supplier management platform. Learn More About SAP Ariba Integration

Kantar (TNS Piar) Projects

TNS Piar Otomasyon ERP Project: Developed an integrated ERP solution that streamlined finance and accounting operations. Learn More About Otomasyon Project
TNS Piar Web-based Survey System: Developed a web-based survey application using Microsoft .NET for client feedback collection.
TNS Piar Reports: Created 45 online reports for TNS Turkey’s C-level executives using Crystal Reports.

Additional Projects

MBA Graduation Project (Beykent University): Multi-Dimensional Analysis of Best-Employer Identification: Multinational Companies Operating in Turkey. Learn More About MBA Graduation Project
Hobby Project: GeoPinned.com: Created a location-based social platform for sharing geotagged content. Learn More About GeoPinned Project
E-Plan Project: Developed an event planning platform that allows users to organize and manage events. Learn More About E-Plan Project
University Graduation Project: Developed a global Windows application updater using Microsoft BITS and .NET.

My Resume

Explore my experience, education, certifications, and professional highlights. PDF version available for download.

Professional Experience

AI & Digital Transformation Consultant | Independent Consultant | Aug 2024–Present
Co-Founder & CTO | EmployeeZ, Inc. | May 2021–Jul 2024
Freelance Technology Consultant | Self-Employed | Oct 2018–Apr 2021
IT Solutions Manager | Yum! Brands | Nov 2014–Apr 2018
Software Development Team Lead | Roche | Jan 2011–Jan 2014
Senior/Lead Software Developer | Roche | Feb 2008–Jan 2011
Senior Software Developer | Kantar (TNS Piar) | Jul 2005–Feb 2008
Electrical Project Manager | Eto Enerji | May 2003–Nov 2004

Leadership & Strategy Skills

Strategic: Strategic leadership, cross-functional leadership, executive collaboration, team development
Vendor & Partnership Management: Vendor relations, contract negotiation, IT-business alignment
Organizational Oversight: Risk management, change management, IT governance, EU AI Act, GDPR, CCPA

Technical Skills

Programming & Frameworks: .NET Core, Python, JavaScript, React Native, Node.js
Cloud Platforms: AWS (RDS, EC2, S3), Google Cloud, Azure
Version Control & DevOps Tools: Git, GitHub
Infrastructure as Code & CI/CD: Terraform, GitHub Actions workflows
Processes & Methodologies: DevOps, SDLC, Agile (Scrum), ITIL, CI/CD
Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Docker Desktop, Kubernetes, K3s (lightweight Kubernetes)
Video & Real-Time Communication: Dolby.io, WebRTC, Daily.co, Video Streaming, Real-Time APIs
Microservices & Integrations: RESTful APIs, Webhooks, OAuth2, JWT, External API Consumption, Service-to-Service Communication, Modular Architecture
Banking & FinTech Tools: Mercury Bank API, Stripe, BaaS Architecture, Payment Gateway Integrations
AI & Machine Learning: AI Model Integration, Machine Learning, Ollama, Gemma, Llama, gpt-oss
Databases: SQL, MySQL, MSSQL, Microsoft Access, NoSQL, DynamoDB, Redis
IoT & Embedded Systems: PIC Microcontrollers, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, Siemens PLCs

Education

MBA, Management and Organization | Beykent University | 2015
BSc, Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Eskişehir Osmangazi University | 2004

Certifications

Technology & Digital Transformation Consultant | Micro1 | 2025
IELTS | British Council | 2017
ITIL v3 Foundation | Hewlett Packard Enterprise | 2012
SCRUM Master | SCRUM Alliance | 2010
StayinFront CRM 9 Diploma | StayinFront | 2008
ITIL v2 Foundation | Hewlett Packard Enterprise | 2008

Courses

Introduction to Cybersecurity, Cisco Networking Academy | 2025
AI For You: Introduction To AI And the EU AI Act, CeADAR’s European Digital Innovation (EDIH) | 2025
Third AI Pact webinar on AI literacy, European Artificial Intelligence Office | 2025
Machine Learning for Leaders, Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education | 2025
Designing Organizational Structure, Harvard Business School | 2024
Resilient Leadership, Harvard Business School | 2024
Communicating Customer Value, Harvard Business School | 2024
The AI Awakening: Implications for the Economy and Society, Stanford University | 2024
Narrative Economics, Yale University | 2024
8-Week Entrepreneurship Training, ITU Çekirdek – Istanbul Technical University | 2018
Gamification & Behavioral Design: The Octalysis Framework, Yu-kai Chou | 2018
Learn SAP Course, Peter Moxon | 2017
Online Marketing Fundamentals, Google | 2017
Achieving Breakthrough Results (ABR), YUM! Brands | 2016
Leadership Development Program, YUM! Brands | 2015
Methodologies and Applications of Project Management, İstanbul Kurumsal Gelişim | 2014
Strategic Thinking and Planning, Paradigma | 2013
Negotiation Skills, Roche | 2011
Microsoft ASP.NET Web Development, Bilge Adam | 2010
Java Programming, Sun Microsystems | 2009
4-Month Onsite German Language Course (A1), Goethe-Institut Istanbul | 2007

Languages

English (Fluent)
Turkish (Native)

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