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Sahin Cetin

Data Analyst / Data Engineer / IT Auditor

Data Analyst pivoting to Data Engineering with a strong foundation in Industrial Engineering and practical experience developing data infrastructure. Evolved from analyzing data insights to designing and automating data pipelines using Python, PySpark, and SQL to process datasets across finance, retail, and IoT environments. Skilled at translating business requirements into technical solutions while maintaining focus on data quality and accessibility. Enthusiastic about building data solutions and contributing to team success through collaboration and continuous learning.
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Projects

A selection of data engineering and analytics work

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Hybrid Recommendation System for Product Sample Distribution

Developed a Python-based Hybrid Recommendation System to optimize fabric sample distribution, achieving an 80% reduction in operational costs through advanced clustering and automated data processing.

SQLSQL
PythonPython
scikit-learnscikit-learn
NumPyNumPy
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Retail Analytics & ETL Pipeline

Architected a zero-license-fee analytics platform that transformed fragmented POS data into actionable inventory intelligence, reducing stocking inefficiencies and enabling data-driven product assortment.

SQLSQL
PythonPython
PySparkPySpark
DockerDocker
PostgreSQLPostgreSQL
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IoT Device Installation Process Development

Engineered a parallelized automation workflow for IoT device deployment, transforming a manual, linear process into a scalable system that reduced unit production time by over 80%.

IoTIoT
Bash ScriptingBash Scripting
PythonPython
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Automated Operational Risk & Anomaly Detection

Engineered a statistical monitoring framework using Python and SQL to identify insider threats and control gaps, transforming manual audit processes into a proactive, data-driven defense system for sensitive data.

PythonPython
SQLSQL
PandasPandas
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Sales Trend Analysis

Data analysis identifying sales trends and stocking inefficiencies for retail optimization.

PythonPython
SQLSQL
PandasPandas

Experience

My professional journey so far

Internal Audit Intern

@INGKA Group (IKEA Retail)
Oct 2025 – Present

  • o Analyzed financial data flows across finance and retail systems to assess revenue recognition accuracy and identify data quality issues in different markets.
  • o Supported cyber incident response audit by reviewing policy documentation, analyzing incident reports, and assessing escalation and recovery procedures.

Data Analyst

@Freelance
Jul 2024 – Aug 2025

  • o Utilized Python and SQL to analyze datasets, identifying sales trends and stocking inefficiencies for an apparel store. These analyses provided actionable insights for optimizing product assortment and managing inventory.
  • o Engineered and automated data pipelines and ETL processes in Python, leveraging PySpark for processing,
  • o Developed a comprehensive visitor behavior analysis dashboard for a healthcare equipment website, using Power BI to track key metrics such as user flow, bounce rates, and session duration.

IT Auditor

@Yapi Kredi Bank
Feb 2020 – Mar 2023

One of the leading publicly traded private banks in the country, with over 15,000 employees. It is widely recognized for its robust digital infrastructure and banking platforms.

  • o Conducted evaluations of IT developments and projects, collaborating closely with IT teams to implement suitable controls by identifying and addressing underlying issues.
  • o Communicated the potential vulnerabilities and control deficiencies detected in the audits to upper management, improving my ability to effectively communicate complex technical matters.
  • o Generated SQL reports and queries within the database to fulfill the requisites of the Internal Control teams during audit processes.
  • o Supported the development and improvement of internal reporting tools and infrastructure to ensure data quality and accessibility for reporting and analysis.

Automation Engineer & Data Analyst

@Guncel Yazilim
Oct 2018 – Jan 2020

A technology company providing ERP and automation systems solutions for the textile industry, operating both nationwide and internationally.

  • Main Responsibilities
  • o Developed and maintained comprehensive BI reports using SQL to analyze IoT device data.
  • o Engineered a recommendation system using Python and SQL to automate manual fabric sample distribution, utilizing Clustering and Classification for product and customer segmentation
  • o Applied data cleaning and processing techniques on large datasets, improving data quality and accuracy for subsequent data mining and machine learning tasks.
  • Key Achievements
  • o Successfully addressed low order conversion rates by engineering a solution that increased the sample-to-order ratio from 0.98% to 4.92% through precise customer targeting.
  • o Examined and automated the installation process of IoT devices, reducing the installation time by 80%
  • o Identified KPIs and established frameworks for measuring business performance across different areas, aligning with the need for data-driven decision-making.

What I'm up to now

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Learning

Advanced Data Engineering & Cloud Architecture

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Building

ETL Pipelines with PySpark & Python

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Based in

Lund, Sweden

Education & Certifications

Academic background and professional certifications

Certifications

Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

Microsoft

August 2025

Foundational knowledge of cloud platforms and Azure services.

Data Science Certification Programme

Koc University

Sep 2021 - Jun 2022

Comprehensive programme covering AI, ML, and Deep Learning with practical lab sessions and data science projects.

Education

B.Sc. Industrial Engineering

Uludag University

Sep 2015 - Jan 2020

Systems analysis, operational research, and mathematical modeling. Machine learning-focused graduation project building probabilistic models.

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