Ladna M.

Ladna M.

Senior Software Engineer

Toronto, Canada
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About Me

Meke is a Senior Software Engineer experienced in full-stack development, SAP consultancy, and electrical engineering in different technical spheres. He uses multiple programming languages to develop innovative, high-end applications for web, mobile, and desktop platforms, working with both startups and corporate clients. Meke is an avid learner striving to develop fully functional applications that meet client and end-user requirements.

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Full-stack Developer
2017 - Present (7 years)
Remote
  • Creating and developing innovative software solutions for clients across a broad range of industries.

  • Participating in scrums consisting of cross-functional teams, both software and hardware.

  • Ensuring that features are being delivered efficiently and on time.

Launchpad Recruits
Launchpad Recruits
Full-stack Developer
2018 - Present (6 years)
Remote
  • Developing well-structured, well-tested code that drives new features and improvements across different client products and services.

  • Providing technical alternatives and solutions for complex issues that arise within Launchpad Recruits.

  • Liaising with other developers to understand client requirements and institute best practices and standards on projects.

Margosa Health
Margosa Health
Front-end Developer
2016 - 2017 (1 year)
Remote
  • Supported users by developing documentation and assistance tools and implementing UI/UX requirements.

  • Designed and developed hybrid mobile applications with set expectations and priorities throughout the software lifecycle.

  • Provided support in resolving technical issues through debugging, research, investigation, and looking for ways to improve applications.

Codementor and Pluralsight
Codementor and Pluralsight
Mentor/Code Reviewer
2015 - Present (9 years)
Remote
  • Recommending and implementing remediation plans and ensuring that applications are deployed in a secured fashion.

  • Assisting developers in identifying and resolving code issues and providing alternative technical solutions if necessary.

  • Reviewing and validating the Angular.js codebase for an India-based startup for maintainability, testability, and ES6 compliance, reducing startup time by 50%.

Nigerian Petroleum Development Company Ltd.
Nigerian Petroleum Development Company Ltd.
SAP Consultant
2015 - 2017 (2 years)
Lagos, Nigeria
  • Provided technical support and expertise for all data migration tasks for clients.

  • Developed comprehensive work programs (network & activities) and facilitated the adoption of WBS for the posting of all costs.

  • Activated budget availability control protocols and managed budget planning, monitoring, and control/ledger reconciliation.

Andela
Andela
Junior Software Developer
2014 - 2015 (1 year)
Lagos (Hybrid), Nigeria
  • Developed innovative software solutions for clients using best practices via the Version Control System.

  • Liaised with local and remote teams in offering high-level solutions to complex technical problems.

  • Provided hands-on technical support, consultancy, and mentoring to entry-level developers within Andela.

De-Movik Global Services
De-Movik Global Services
Junior Engineer (Intern)
2013 - 2014 (1 year)
Lagos, Nigeria
  • Modified reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for different projects.

  • Organized and maintained project files, ensuring all drawings and designs are in compliance with production and design standards.

  • Completed routine site supervision tasks and machine maintenance activities when needed.

Portfolio

Full-stack Developer - Margosa 3C
Full-stack Developer - Margosa 3C

Margosa 3C is Margosa Health's app designed to arrange simple followup consultations with doctors. The app is a boon for diabetic patients in recording sugar levels and keeping track of activity and food consumption. Led full-stack web/mobile development and created the mobile application. Performed bug fixes, website upgrades, and feature improvements. Rewrote 99% of the front end to optimize page load and reduce server calls.

Developer - Mobi-Claw
Developer - Mobi-Claw

Mobi-Claw delivers personal protection at the touch of a button, providing location service and quick response after users send a distress signal via the mobile app. By activating the Mobi-Claw911 panic alert, the national network of First Responders is notified. This includes paramedics, SAPS, metro police, your own Armed Response Company, and/or your Vehicle Tracking Company. Designed and developed the hybrid application.

Full-stack Developer - Sharpget
Full-stack Developer - Sharpget

Sharpget is a coupon marketing and storage platform for online and offline sales of goods and services, partnering with users' favorite brands to deliver promos/bargains and become the consumer's one-stop shop for discounts. Rewrote 90% of the codebase resulting in a full site overhaul, including a redesign of the entire front end and admin interface, page load optimization, and database query reduction.

Software Developer - Skiddo Foods
Software Developer - Skiddo Foods

Skiddo Foods produces nutritious corn-based snacks. The company is the pioneer manufacturer of this wholesome product in Nigeria and is proudly certified by NAFDAC and export certified by the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), which allows exporting products to other West African countries. Designed and developed the company's website.

Education

BSc Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
BSc Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) - Ghana
2008 - 2012 (4 years)