Meet Our Team
Combining academic excellence with industry experience
Our Team
Researchers, engineers, and innovators passionate about software quality
Dr. Onur Kılınççeker
Co-Founder & Technical Lead
Dr. Kılınççeker served as Senior Researcher at the University of Antwerp, where he was the technical lead of the MUT4SLX research project. His expertise in mutation testing for model-based systems and deep understanding of safety-critical software development laid the technical foundation for SafeShift. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and continues to drive innovation in mutation testing technology.
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Prof. Serge Demeyer
Academic Advisor
Professor Demeyer is a researcher at the University of Antwerp and was the head of the research group where MUT4SLX was developed. His work in software engineering, refactoring, and software evolution has been recognized in the academic community. As academic advisor, he ensures SafeShift remains grounded in rigorous research while addressing real-world industry challenges in safety-critical system development.
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Fatma Bozyiğit
Valorization Manager
Fatma serves at the University of Antwerp's Valorization Office and is responsible for valorization activities within the MUT4SLX project. She specializes in bridging the gap between academic research and commercial application, focusing on intellectual property management, technology transfer, and strategic partnerships. Her expertise ensures SafeShift's innovations reach market effectively while maintaining strong ties to ongoing research.
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Murat Kavak
Software Developer
Murat holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from Turkey and contributes to SafeShift's software development efforts. He brings technical expertise in modern web technologies and software architecture, helping translate SafeShift's research innovations into robust, user-friendly applications. His development work focuses on creating tools that make advanced mutation testing accessible to engineering teams.
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A unique blend of research excellence and industry experience
Academic Excellence
Multiple Ph.D.s in Computer Science and Software Engineering, with research published in academic conferences. Our team has contributed significantly to the academic understanding of mutation testing.
Industry Experience
Years of research experience working with industrial partners including Alstom Sweden and Duco. We understand the challenges of developing safety-critical systems in regulated environments and the practical needs of engineering teams.
Technical Depth
Deep expertise in MATLAB Simulink, Stateflow, model-based development, software testing, verification and validation, and tool development. Our team can handle complex technical challenges at every level.
Standards Knowledge
Comprehensive understanding of safety standards including ISO 26262 (automotive), DO-178C (aerospace), IEC 61508 (industrial), and IEC 62304 (medical). We understand the verification demands these standards place on development teams.
Research Partnerships
Ongoing collaborations with universities keep us connected to the latest research developments. We actively participate in academic conferences and contribute to the research community.
Customer Focus
Despite our technical depth, we never lose sight of customer needs. Our team is committed to providing excellent support, understanding customer challenges, and continuously improving SafeShift based on feedback.
Our Values
The principles that guide our work
Excellence in Everything
We hold ourselves to the highest standards, whether in research, product development, or customer service. Excellence isn't just a goal—it's our baseline expectation.
Scientific Integrity
Our work is grounded in rigorous scientific methods and evidence-based practices. We never compromise on technical accuracy or make claims we can't substantiate.
Partner Success
We measure our success by our partners' success. Their challenges become our challenges, and we're committed to helping them achieve their quality and safety goals.
Continuous Innovation
The field of software testing is always evolving, and so are we. We invest heavily in research and development to ensure SafeShift remains at the forefront of mutation testing technology.
Collaboration & Community
We believe in the power of collaboration—with customers, academic partners, and the broader software engineering community. Together, we can advance the state of the art in software quality assurance.
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