Osman Akin - Optical System Architect

Q: Where is Osman based?

Osman is based in İstanbul, Turkey and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Osman speak?

Osman speaks the following languages: Bulgarian (Native), Turkish (Native), English (Advanced), Russian (Intermediate), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Osman have?

Osman has at least 24 years of experience. During this time, Osman has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 16 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months . Note that Osman may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Osman's latest experience?

Osman's most recent position is Optical System Architect - Freelance at Analog Devices .

Q: What companies has Osman worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Osman has worked for Analog Devices , ServersCheck , Puretronics , BG Research Limited , and Opticon .

Q: Which industries is Osman most experienced in?

Osman is most experienced in industries like Education , Telecommunication , and Healthcare . Osman also has some experience in Manufacturing , Biotechnology , and Aerospace and Defense .

Q: Which business areas is Osman most experienced in?

Osman is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development , Product Development , and Project Management . Osman also has some experience in Production and Quality Assurance .

Q: Which industries has Osman worked in recently?

Osman has recently worked in industries like Education , Manufacturing , and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas has Osman worked in recently?

Osman has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Research and Development , and Production .

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İstanbul, Turkey

Experience

Sep 2023 - Present

2 years 7 months

İstanbul, Turkey

Optical System Architect - Freelance

Analog Devices

Develop the optical architecture within the defined projects
Optical design and integration for a new line of clinical-grade micro-devices and smartwatches
Develop optical sensing methodologies for Vital Sign Monitoring
Light-tissue interaction analysis
Develop and implement advanced metrology techniques for precise measurements
Coordinate all engineering activities related to the optical subsystem with all disciplines such as optical, mechanical, electrical, etc.
Engage with customers to gather and comprehend their needs, preferences, and expectations
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies

Jul 2022 - Sep 2023

1 year 3 months

Belgium

Hydrocarbon Leakage Sensor

ServersCheck

Developed a sensor for hydrocarbon and coolant liquid leakage detection based on the fluorescence of oil and absorption of water

Jul 2021 - Jun 2023

2 years

India

Dual Axis Laser Gauge Sensor

Puretronics

Developed various laser scanning micrometry systems to measure the object’s diameters between 0.01 mm and 200 mm

Feb 2021 - Feb 2023

2 years 1 month

United Kingdom

Optical Fluorescence Spectrometer Design

BG Research Limited

Developed four different spectrometers for the detection of COVID-19 and Influenza (A/B)
Designs utilized laser diodes and LEDs as sources
Free space and fiber-based light propagation mechanisms exploited as light transmission channels

Feb 2021 - Dec 2021

11 months

Greece

Utilization of Nanopatterns in Microdisplays

Opticon

LED backlight unit incorporating nano-patterns was developed to improve the field of view and depth of view parameters of the system
Used LightTools to model the realistic backlight unit with side-emitted LEDs and a light-guide plate

May 2020 - Nov 2020

7 months

United States

Light Guide Design for Automotive Indoor Lighting

Sigma International Lighting LLC

Designed cup holder light guide using TracePro

Mar 2020 - Sep 2020

7 months

United States

Optical Design of the LCoS Pico-Projector

The Aird

Developed LCoS-based pico projector
Exploited RGB laser diodes with off-the-shelf lenses in the device realization
Used TracePro as a modeling tool for developing the optical system

Feb 2020 - Jul 2021

1 year 6 months

Turkey

Development and realization of a test structure for measuring the optical displacements

Tusas

Development and realization of a test structure for measuring the optical displacements (angular deviations and lateral displacement) of ballistic resistant transparencies for heavy-class attack helicopters
Preparation of test methodology according to the ASTM F801-16 standard
Setup the optical bench and implementation of the test procedure
Error analysis

Jan 2020 - Present

6 years 3 months

İzmir, Turkey

Optical Design and Manufacturing

OptogonStudio

Development of optical systems from scratch into the production stage
Validation of the developed system in the laboratory – TRL2 to TRL8
Manufacturing of custom polymeric optical components – PMMA & polycarbonate lenses
Development of spectroscopic sensors based on fluorescence and absorption
Development and realization of point and distributed optical (fiber or free space) sensing systems

Jan 2020 - Mar 2021

1 year 3 months

Turkey

Optical Scanning Unit for Printers

Burelsan

Designed an F-theta scanning lens using Zemax OpticStudio
Used a galvanometer-based approach with an entrance beam diameter of 10 mm and a focused beam diameter of 80 µm
Utilized RGB laser diodes as light sources
Designed a laser collimator to get a non-divergent circular beam at the reflecting surface of the galvanometer
Used TracePro to design the optical system

Apr 2016 - Aug 2023

7 years 5 months

İzmir, Turkey

Asst. Prof. Dr.

Izmir Katip Celebi University

Development of Optical Sensing Nodes: detecting environmental changes through advanced photonic technologies
Micro-Optical Sensors for Digital Devices: micro-optical sensors for digital devices to integrate miniature photonic components into consumer electronics products
Fiber Sensors for Smart Monitoring Systems: real-time, high-sensitivity physical and chemical change detection for diagnostics and monitoring purposes
Development of compact LIDARs
Foster collaborations with industry, government agencies, and other academic institutions to enhance the impact of experimental studies

Jan 2016 - Dec 2020

5 years

İzmir, Turkey

Co-Founder

INOVASENS

Develop portable photomicrograph for DNA sequencing
Responsible for the development of the illumination unit and color detection structure
Develop a wearable respiration monitoring device by developing an instrumentation unit to measure the resistance change in paper-layered carbon nanotube structures

Jan 2014 - Dec 2020

7 years

İzmir, Turkey

Co-Founder

FISENS

Develop an optical sensor systems for smart cities: fibre-based monitoring systems

Jan 2006 - Dec 2007

2 years

İzmir, Turkey

Research & Development, Contractor

Vestel Digital

Modeled and developed LCD backlight modules using LightTools
Brightness enhancement film and diffuser characterization by implementing laboratory measurements into LightTools

Jan 2005 - Dec 2006

2 years

İzmir, Turkey

Research & Development, Contractor

Cabot

Developed and integrated the optical elements (lens and image sensor) into the handheld camera system

Jan 2002 - Dec 2016

15 years

İzmir, Turkey

Research Assistant / Researcher

Izmir Institute of Technology

Realized an inline node for add/drop multiplexer capable of fast all-optical switching in a fiber
Modeled and investigated non-periodic structure in the fiber cladding (evanescent region) for potential sensing application
Prepared proposals and managed budgets to ensure the successful execution of funded projects

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Education, Telecommunication, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Biotechnology, and Aerospace and Defense.

Education

Telecommunication

Healthcare

Manufacturing

Biotechnology

Aerospace and Defense

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Research and Development, Product Development, Project Management, Production, and Quality Assurance.

Research and Development

Product Development

Project Management

Production

Quality Assurance

Summary

Experienced Optical Scientist and System Designer with a distinguished track record in advanced research, product development, and technological innovation. Expertise in utilizing industry-leading optical design and simulation software, including Ansys OpticStudio, TracePro, and LightTools. Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary projects, ensuring delivery of cutting-edge optical solutions.

Highly skilled in the design and implementation of advanced optical systems, including Laser and LED Optics for coherent and incoherent light applications, Micro-Optics, Waveguides, and Illumination Optics. Proficient in Imaging, Diffractive Optics, and Fiber-Based Sensing Systems for precision measurement and monitoring.

Skills

Optical Design
Optical Metrology
Advanced Optical Measurement Techniques – Free Space And Waveguides
Optical Characterisation
Tracepro
Lighttools
Zemax Opticstudio
Laser And Led Optics
Waveguides And Light Guides
Illumination
Imaging Optics
Diffractive Optics
Fiber-based Sensing Systems
Sensors
Device Prototyping And Experimental Verification Of The Optical Device
Device Modeling Using Lighttools, Tracepro, And Zemax Opticstudio
Polymer Lens Design (Pmma, Polycarbonate)
Injection Molding For Lens Manufacturing
Hands-on Experience In Fiber Optics
Utilization Of Various Light Sources In Device Modeling
Optical Component Characterization
Device Characterization

Languages

Bulgarian

Native

Turkish

Native

English

Advanced

Russian

Intermediate

French

Elementary

Education

IZMIR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

PhD in Optics · Optics · İzmir, Turkey

IZMIR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

MSc in Photonics · Photonics · İzmir, Turkey

EGE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science · Electrical & Electronics Engineering · İzmir, Turkey

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 16

Experience in Education 21.5 y

Avg length 3 y 6 m

Longest experience 14 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 6 (Turkey, United States, Belgium, India, United Kingdom, +1)

Primary country Turkey

Expertise

Recent roles Optical System Architect - Freelance, Hydrocarbon Leakage Sensor, Dual Axis Laser Gauge Sensor

Main industries Education, Telecommunication, Healthcare

Main business areas Research and Development, Product Development, Project Management

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Profile

Created

October 2025

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Where is Osman based?

Osman is based in İstanbul, Turkey and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Osman speak?

Osman speaks the following languages: Bulgarian (Native), Turkish (Native), English (Advanced), Russian (Intermediate), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Osman have?

Osman has at least 24 years of experience. During this time, Osman has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 16 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months. Note that Osman may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Osman be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Osman would be well-suited for roles such as: Optical System Architect - Freelance, Hydrocarbon Leakage Sensor, Dual Axis Laser Gauge Sensor.

What is Osman's latest experience?

Osman's most recent position is Optical System Architect - Freelance at Analog Devices.

What companies has Osman worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Osman has worked for Analog Devices, ServersCheck, Puretronics, BG Research Limited, and Opticon.

Which industries is Osman most experienced in?

Osman is most experienced in industries like Education, Telecommunication, and Healthcare. Osman also has some experience in Manufacturing, Biotechnology, and Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas is Osman most experienced in?

Osman is most experienced in business areas like Research and Development, Product Development, and Project Management. Osman also has some experience in Production and Quality Assurance.

Which industries has Osman worked in recently?

Osman has recently worked in industries like Education, Manufacturing, and Healthcare.

Which business areas has Osman worked in recently?

Osman has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Research and Development, and Production.

What is Osman's education?

Osman holds a Doctorate in Optics from IZMIR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, a Master in Photonics from IZMIR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY and a Bachelor in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from EGE UNIVERSITY.

What is the availability of Osman?

Osman is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Osman?

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