AWS Certified DevOps Engineer • AWS Security Specialist
Aykut Aras
Founder of Scaled Evolution
Lead Software Engineer & Cloud Architect
I help enterprises build scalable, production-grade cloud platforms. With 15+ years of experience and AWS certifications, I deliver robust backend systems, serverless architectures, and DevOps practices for companies like Philips, Shell, and EssilorLuxottica.
About
I'm an enterprise-grade software engineer with a passion for building systems that scale. Over the past 15 years, I've designed and delivered cloud-native platforms across HealthTech, Energy, Retail, and FinTech — from Philips' HIPAA-compliant IoT platform to Shell's EV charging infrastructure.
I hold both the AWS DevOps Engineer and AWS Security Specialist certifications. My core expertise spans serverless architectures, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code, and CI/CD pipeline design.
Beyond code, I'm known for coaching teams, driving technical decisions with stakeholders, and building autonomous engineering cultures. Hand me a problem and I'll deliver the solution — from architecture to production.
15+
Years Experience
2
AWS Certifications
5+
Enterprise Clients
4
Industries Served
What I Offer
Backend Development
Production-grade APIs and microservices built with Node.js, TypeScript, and Java. Event-driven architectures, GraphQL, and domain-driven design for scalable enterprise systems.
Cloud Architecture & AWS
AWS-certified infrastructure design — serverless with Lambda, container orchestration with Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code with Terraform and CDK. Multi-account strategies and cost optimization.
DevOps & CI/CD
End-to-end pipeline design with GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, and Jenkins. Automated testing, deployment strategies, monitoring, alerting, and chaos engineering for reliable continuous delivery.
Technical Leadership
Team coaching and mentorship, architecture reviews, stakeholder management, and Agile practices. Building autonomous, high-performing engineering teams from the ground up.
Technologies I Work With
Languages & Runtime
Cloud & Infrastructure
Databases
CI/CD & Tools
Frameworks & APIs
Side Projects
InvoiceLance
Full-stack SaaS invoice management for freelancers
A multi-tenant invoicing platform with client management, PDF generation, payment tracking via Stripe, dashboard analytics, and a credit system. Built end-to-end from architecture to production-ready deployment.
- Multi-tenant architecture
- Invoice PDF generation
- Stripe payment integration
- OAuth (Google, Apple, GitHub)
- Dashboard analytics
- Email & credit system
Cardoodle
Privacy-first loyalty card wallet for iOS & Apple Watch
A native iOS app that scans and stores loyalty cards with barcode support for 7 formats, syncs to Apple Watch via WatchConnectivity, backs up through iCloud, and locks with biometrics. Zero external dependencies — built entirely with Apple frameworks.
- 7 barcode format scanning
- Apple Watch companion
- iCloud sync
- Biometric lock
- Zero external dependencies
Professional Experience
GrandVision BV
Part of EssilorLuxottica
Back End Developer
Developed product and search services for a new e-commerce platform serving 40+ countries through brands like EyeWish, Pearle, and Vision Express. Designed microservices to handle heavy load and multi-tenancy.
Shell Recharge
Part of Shell
Lead Software Engineer
Built Shell's global EV charging platform — a highly scalable, data-driven system integrating smart charging, dynamic pricing, and real-time monitoring across Europe and North America.
Philips
Lead Software Engineer · 5 years
Led development of the HealthSuite digital platform — Philips' cloud infrastructure for connecting medical IoT devices, collecting health data, and enabling clinical analytics. Ensured HIPAA and GDPR compliance while coaching teams toward full autonomy.
Bumin Yazilim & EFT Software
Software Development Team Lead
Led engineering teams building PCI DSS Level 1 compliant payment gateways with FX, settlement, chargeback, and multi-acquirer capabilities for the FinTech industry.
What People Say
"I had a pleasure of having Aykut in my team as a lead developer in our team which owned, maintained and enhanced several IOT services for the Philips Healthsuite cloud platform. Aykut was an essential part of the scrum team and he has a very strong knowledge about the needed technologies (AWS, typescript, cloud...), DevOps mindset, tools and procedures to do his job well. Aykut not only performs well, but has the capability to coach and patiently teach others which makes him a respected and valuable member to any team. Aykut is always eager to pick-up and learn something new and he has a very positive attitude that boosts the team spirit. I would be happy to work with Aykut again in the future."
Toni Tanskanen
Delivery, DevOps & Engineering Leader
Philips · Managed Aykut directly
"Aykut is an ideal team player: humble, hungry, and smart. He possesses all these qualities, making him one of a kind and hard to find. Aykut successfully navigated our interview process during a period when we were raising the bar, with our rejection rate hovering close to 95%. Despite the challenges, he made it look easy and impressed even our most senior engineers. Furthermore, Aykut continued to impress with his exceptional leadership capabilities, his ability to pave the way, his unprecedented proactiveness, and his proficiency in crafting high-quality software all the way to production. He is self-managed and excels in stakeholder management, meaning you can simply present him with a problem, and he will provide the solution effortlessly. Aykut is also developing deep expertise in AWS, which is valuable for any organization, not only in terms of delivery but also as a pollinator. His servant leadership, coupled with his coaching and mentorship skills, is exceptionally strong."
Andre Bittencourt
Author & Software Engineering Manager
Shell Recharge · Managed Aykut directly
Let's Work Together
Looking for a senior backend engineer or cloud architect for your next project? I'm available for freelance engagements across the Netherlands and Europe. Let's discuss how I can help.
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