Dilara Katuk

Quick to learn, eager to grow, and always ready to take on new challenges — a results-driven team player who turns unfamiliar tasks into opportunities for excellence.

Research Scientist (Molecular Biology / Genetic Engineering) at Florabio (2025-06 – Present)

Served as the sole research scientist on a TÜBİTAK-funded project focused on the development of genetically engineered cell lines.

• Performed molecular cloning techniques to insert genes of interest into plasmid vectors for downstream applications.
• Performed cell culture techniques on various mammalian cell lines under sterile conditions.

Software Developer at Sfdfy LLC (2024-04 – Present)

• Create and customize Wix websites to meet client requirements.
• Develop custom functionalities using Wix Velo code and integrate third-party APIs with Wix.
• Ensure websites are responsive, user-friendly, and visually appealing.
• Learned and integrated a Beta third-party application called Devlink to convert Webflow websites to a Next.js application for orcawse.com.
• Edited DNS Records and worked on the deployment process of orcawse.com using Amazon Amplify.
• Engaged with the developer community, providing feedback to improve Devlink.
• Spearheaded the development of a search engine of law using Next.js. Prioritizing both robust website security and optimal search engine accessibility. Actively preparing documents on how to integrate third-party applications as well as Google products on Next.js applications using Confluence.
• Integrated web push notifications via OneSignal (third-party application)
• Researched, learned, and used browser Cookies to build a REST API-based authentication and authorization system. Created self-signed SSL certificates using openssl to test secure cookies on a development server.
• Optimized and analyzed web speed, resulting in improved performance and seamless navigation.
• Devised a solution for Google-indexed pages directing to non-existent content by seamlessly implementing redirects.
• Constructed well-organized XML Sitemaps, integrated with Google Search Console for online visibility and performance.
• Integrated, monitored and generated comprehensive site statistics using Google Analytics to gain valuable insights into user engagement and behavior.
• Actively employing a CI/CD pipeline through Jenkins to ensure efficient and automated integration, testing, and deployment processes.
• Created user-centric web designs utilizing Figma

Team Lead & Software Developer at MyChek (2024-05 – 2024-09)

Leading a dynamic team of 10, including Flutter developers and content writers, to accelerate the startup's growth. Responsibilities extended to MyChek, a related startup company, where I focused on fostering collaboration, driving innovative solutions, and ensuring timely project delivery. This role honed skills in team management, strategic planning, and cross-functional coordination, contributing significantly to both companies' success.

Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Consultant at Freelance (2021-09 – Present)

Self-employed via personal sole proprietorship. Provided digital marketing and e-commerce consulting services to clients from various industries. Currently providing ongoing services to two active clients on a regular basis.

• Managed social media accounts by developing content strategies, designing ad creatives, and implementing engagement-boosting campaigns (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn).
• Planned and executed digital advertising campaigns using Meta Ads and Google Ads, with a focus on conversion-driven budget management.
• Oversaw e-commerce websites by handling product listings, inventory and integration tracking, UX optimization, and promotional planning.
• Developed SEO strategies to increase organic traffic, including on-page optimization, keyword analysis, and monitoring via Google Search Console.

Front End Developer at Sinerji Hukuk Yazılımları (2023-01 – 2024-02)

Spearheaded the development of a search engine of law using Next.js. Prioritizing both robust website security and optimal search engine accessibility. Actively preparing documents on how to integrate third-party applications as well as Google products on Next.js applications using Confluence.

• Integrated web push notifications via OneSignal (third-party application)
• Researched, learned, and used browser Cookies to build a REST API-based authentication and authorization system. Created self-signed SSL certificates using openssl to test secure cookies on a development server.
• Optimized and analyzed web speed, resulting in improved performance and seamless navigation.
• Devised a solution for Google-indexed pages directing to non-existent content by seamlessly implementing redirects.
• Constructed well-organized XML Sitemaps, integrated with Google Search Console for online visibility and performance.
• Integrated, monitored and generated comprehensive site statistics using Google Analytics to gain valuable insights into user engagement and behavior.
• Actively employing a CI/CD pipeline through Jenkins to ensure efficient and automated integration, testing, and deployment processes.
• Created user-centric web designs utilizing Figma

Front End Developer at Orcawse (2023-06 – 2023-09)

• Learned and integrated a Beta third-party application called Devlink to convert Webflow websites to a Next.js application for orcawse.com.
• Edited DNS Records and worked on the deployment process of orcawse.com using Amazon Amplify.
• Engaged with the developer community, providing feedback to improve Devlink.

MSc in Biotechnology – Izmir Institute of Technology (2025 – 2026)

Bootcamp in Front End Development – Re:Coded (2022-03 – 2022-08)

Training in Full Stack Developer Training – Remote (2022-08 – 2022-01)

BSc in Molecular Biology and Genetics – Izmir Institute of Technology (2014 – 2019)