Alper San

SiftingIO provides unified market data infrastructure for financial applications, fintech companies, trading platforms, research teams, and developers. The platform delivers aggregated and normalized market data across FX, commodities, crypto, DEX, and U.S. equities through REST APIs, WebSocket streaming, and historical datasets. As founder, my work spans product and technology strategy, market data architecture, real-time and historical data pipelines, aggregation and normalization systems, API architecture, distributed backend systems, database design, cloud infrastructure, DevOps, CI/CD, observability, reliability, performance optimization, scalability, security, developer experience, and enterprise integrations. I also work across data methodology, infrastructure planning, technical partnerships, enterprise onboarding, and the systems required to operate and scale data-intensive financial technology products. SiftingIO is designed around consistent data structures, reliable delivery, low-latency access, and a unified developer experience across multiple asset classes. SiftingIO is operated by SaltingIO LLC, a Wyoming limited liability company.

SaltingIO LLC is a Wyoming-based technology company focused on building and operating data infrastructure, APIs, developer platforms, and financial technology products. As founder, I work across the full technical and product lifecycle, including system architecture, backend and distributed systems, real-time data pipelines, API design, database architecture, cloud infrastructure, DevOps, CI/CD, containerization, observability, security, reliability, performance optimization, scalability, automation, developer tooling, and enterprise integrations. My work spans product strategy, infrastructure design, engineering workflows, production environments, data quality, deployment, monitoring, and the development of scalable, data-intensive technology platforms. The company is focused on building reliable infrastructure and developer-facing products designed for demanding financial and data applications.

Co-founded Finage and contributed to the architecture, development, and evolution of its financial market data technology and developer infrastructure. My experience spans the full technology stack behind data-intensive financial platforms, including distributed backend systems, real-time market data pipelines, data ingestion, aggregation and normalization, REST and WebSocket APIs, database architecture, caching, cloud infrastructure, DevOps, CI/CD, containerization, observability, performance optimization, scalability, reliability, security, developer tooling, and enterprise integrations. Over the years, I worked across the technical lifecycle from early-stage system architecture and product engineering to infrastructure design, deployment, monitoring, optimization, and scaling. This included designing systems capable of processing and distributing high-volume financial data, improving API and platform reliability, supporting technical integrations, and contributing to the evolution of developer-facing financial technology products. I also gained broad experience across technical strategy, system design, infrastructure planning, engineering workflows, production environments, data quality, automation, and the practical challenges of operating large-scale market data services. My current involvement is limited to technical advisory and support on selected technology and infrastructure matters and does not include day-to-day operational management.

At Qinox Tech, we are at the forefront of financial tool development, leveraging the latest technologies to create cutting-edge solutions. My primary focus lies in utilizing the MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 APIs to build plugins and establish seamless connections between our tools and the MetaTrader platforms. In our pursuit of excellence, we rely on Amazon Web Services (AWS) to ensure top-notch performance and accessibility. Services like S3, EC2, Lambda, RDS, and Cognito, along with CloudFront, empower us to provide the best user experience. Our front-end development revolves around Angular2+ and ReactJS. To further enhance performance, we incorporate server-side rendering and deploy projects as serverless applications. The heart of our APIs lies in Dotnet Core (C#) and NodeJS, delivering efficient and reliable solutions. As a key player in the team, I take full ownership of the development process and manage the software development lifecycle. My ultimate goal is to build these tools with the utmost cost efficiency while delivering unparalleled performance.

In my current position, I hold the role of a front-end developer, where my primary responsibilities involve updating existing web pages and introducing new features. My expertise lies predominantly in CSS and JavaScript, which I utilize extensively while working on these pages. A major project on which I'm currently focused is creating a Progressive Web App (PWA) supported Single Page Application (SPA). To achieve this, I have chosen Angular2+ (specifically, Angular7) as the framework, harnessing its capabilities to build a seamless user experience. During my time here, I've also embraced opportunities to expand my skill set by delving into Docker and Nginx technologies. The company's infrastructure involves various running tools such as Redis and RabbitMQ, which have driven me to further enhance my proficiency in managing and optimizing these essential components. My ultimate goal at this company is to continuously improve myself, both as a front-end developer and as an individual eager to master the tools and technologies that contribute to our success. Embracing a learning mindset, I actively seek ways to enhance my skills and contribute to the growth of the company.

As part of my role, I respond to student inquiries on Linux, Python, and network administration at scheduled intervals throughout the day. These questions stem from courses designed by Atıl Samancıoğlu, with an impressive enrollment of over 35,000 students. In order to enhance the learning experience, I have contributed to the development of various supporting software, including vulnerable applications aimed at providing practical learning opportunities for students. This hands-on approach allows them to gain valuable insights and deepen their understanding of the subjects. Furthermore, this role has afforded me the opportunity to conduct more in-depth research on Linux and network management, broadening my knowledge and expertise in these areas. Embracing this valuable learning journey, I am continually motivated to enrich my skills and contribute to the success of the educational platform.

As a Co-Founder and Full Stack Software Developer, I proudly contribute to our company, located in the incubation center at Yildiz Teknopark. My core responsibilities revolve around overseeing software development, encompassing both back-end and front-end aspects, across a diverse range of projects. Our areas of specialization mainly encompass marine solutions, with a strong focus on projects such as smart parking and real-time applications. Among our endeavors is a pioneering R&D initiative aimed at creating a smart-band tailored to benefit sailors and professionals working in sea regions. In our pursuit of excellence, we employ a variety of cutting-edge technologies. For back-end development, we rely on .Net Core, while Angular2+ powers our dynamic and interactive front-end solutions. Additionally, some of our APIs are crafted using PHP, providing robust functionality across our projects. To ensure optimal performance, our products run on Ubuntu Server, coupled with the powerful Apache web server. This robust infrastructure guarantees the seamless and efficient execution of our applications. At our company, we are dedicated to pushing boundaries and delivering innovative solutions that cater to the unique needs of our clients in the marine industry. My role as a Co-Founder and Full Stack Software Developer allows me to actively contribute to the growth and success of our dynamic enterprise. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we forge ahead in our quest to revolutionize marine technology and provide pioneering solutions for the industry.

At Ekademi, I had the opportunity to contribute as a frontend web developer for their cloud-based Learning Management System (LMS), catering to Universities, companies, and municipalities. My primary focus involved utilizing PHP with the Laravel framework to develop robust and efficient solutions. In the frontend development process, I employed Bootstrap3, a powerful toolkit, to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces. Leveraging this technology stack, I played a crucial role in enhancing the user experience and overall functionality of the platform. During my time at Ekademi, I actively participated in projects that aimed to revolutionize the learning experience for various institutions and organizations. Through my contributions, I strived to make a positive impact by delivering high-quality solutions that met the needs of both administrators and learners alike. Working on the Ekademi platform, I honed my skills as a front-end web developer and gained valuable experience in the realm of cloud-based LMS solutions. My passion for continuous improvement and dedication to producing exceptional work allowed me to contribute to the success and growth of Ekademi.