Utku Özmat, PhD

5G Technologies Expert @ Turk Telekom

About

With over 12 years of experience in the telecommunications sector, I am dedicated to advancing the frontier of 5G and 6G networks, shaping the next generation of wireless technology. My career bridges cutting-edge research and strategic leadership, providing a unique perspective on how to bring secure, innovative, and scalable solutions to market. I have successfully led a broad range of large-scale R&D projects within international consortia, with a combined budget of approximately 30 million Euros, as well as numerous impactful internal initiatives, managing complex efforts from early-stage research through to commercialization. My expertise includes designing and deploying advanced 5G and 6G network architectures, with a focus on integrating AI and machine learning to enhance network security and performance. Working closely with mobile network operators, top-tier vendors, and universities all around the world, I have overseen transformative projects that redefine network capabilities and enable a secure, connected future. These projects span across multiple vertical industries, with applications in virtual and augmented reality, drone technology, robotics, healthcare, public safety, non-terrestrial networks, digital twin, metaverse, and logistics, among others.

Country

Türkiye

City

Istanbul

Industry

Telecommunications

Skill

5G Networks, 6G Networks, Research and Development (R&D), 3GPP Standards, Program Management, Project Management, Telecommunications, Use Case Design, Value-Added Services (VAS), Data Management, Deep Learning, Teamwork, Matlab, Secure Network Architecture, Customer Oriented, IEEE standards, Higher Education, University Lecturing, Product Support, Cloud Applications

Experience

5G Technologies Expert

Turk Telekom

2021-7 - Present · 5 yrs 3 mos

İstanbul, Türkiye

Spearheads 5G technical program management, orchestrates activities, conducts impactful research studies, and meticulously plans project scope, budget, and timeline execution. • Develops and submits pioneering 5G and beyond R&D project proposals, establishes global consortia, and sustains ongoing R&D initiatives. • Facilitates seamless collaboration between internal teams to expedite the development of 5G technology. • Manages network tenders and auctions, creates and evaluates technical requirement specifications and/or requests for information/proposal/quotation documentation. • Coordinates alignment of 5G mobile network architecture between planning and optimization teams to ensure optimal performance. • Follows up on industry standards and emerging technologies, fostering enhanced project efficiency and effectiveness. • Collaborates closely with project team members, adeptly manages internal resources, and facilitates continuous project progress. • Translates business requirements into precise network specifications, culminating in the successful creation of new value-added 5G services and use cases.

Senior 5G R&D Engineer

ULAK HABERLEŞME A.Ş.

2019-7 - 2021-7 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Istanbul, Turkey

Actively conducted and led research activities for various 5G projects in cooperation with universities. Major research interests included CoMP, physical layer security, mMIMO, and their applications with deep learning in 5G and beyond. • Engaged in 5G physical layer design, authored academic papers, and prepared related patent applications in this field.

Senior 5G Research Engineer

Huawei

2018-5 - 2019-6 · 1 yr 2 mos

Istanbul, Turkey

Spearheaded end-to-end network architecture design for 5G use cases including drones, AR/VR, healthcare, and robotics, incorporating cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and enhance network performance. • Produced scientific papers, patents, and collaborated on multinational projects to showcase research outcomes on 5G networks, focusing on security, throughput, and QoS.

Global Product Support Engineer

NETAŞ

2015-8 - 2018-5 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Provided Tier-2 level support for GENBAND’s Wireless Access Gateway, facilitating seamless handover and secure access between small cells and Wi-Fi networks. • Operated in a similar capacity for GENBAND C3 Gateway Controller, overseeing call control, billing, and signaling processes. Troubleshooted and resolved cases reported by worldwide customers, including BT, Gamma, Telefonica, Reliance, Airtel, and Videocon.

Research Assistant

İstanbul Gedik Üniversitesi

2013-7 - 2015-7 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Conducted comprehensive literature research and data collection using specific methodologies for various projects. • • Scheduled, organized, and provided regular status reports on research activities. Planned research techniques, procedures, tests, and equipment/software management, and prepared materials for publication.