Okwu J.

Okwu J.

Senior PHP Developer

Nigeria
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About Me

Okwu is an adept software engineer with 6+ years of experience in full-stack web development and enterprise software development, performing different roles and using a wide broad of technologies. He is most proficient in PHP, Laravel, Node, and JavaScript. Okwu is focused on addressing the client's priorities first and foremost, estimating tasks accurately, and investigating solutions completely through detailed research.

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Senior PHP Developer
2021 - Present (3 years)
Remote
  • Create and develop innovative software solutions for different clients across a broad range of industries.

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

  • Ensure that features are being delivered efficiently and on-time.

Riby HQ
Riby HQ
Senior Software Engineer
2020 - Present (4 years)
Nigeria
  • Worked on the development of Nigeria’s foremost digital platform for cooperatives and trade groups, offering access to financial services like savings and loans.

  • Led a team of developers that rebuilt the legacy system which was modified to fit any new client, using Node.js and PostgreSQL.

  • Managed to make the system more dynamic in order to allow any client onboard, and created their requirements without supervision.

Chigisoft
Chigisoft
CTO/Full-Stack Web Developer
2017 - 2020 (3 years)
Nigeria
  • Oversaw all technical aspects of the company including managing servers to creating a development guide to enhance collaboration.

  • Developed enterprise web applications and also responsive websites for clients. Set up and moved all company's repositories from gitlab.com an github.com to private gitlab server.

  • Developed standard APIs for projects. Setup DevOps for easy project deployment.

Hotels.ng ​
Hotels.ng ​
Software Developer
2017 - 2017
Remote
  • Worked on the development of software solutions for the largest online hotel booking agency in Nigeria, with over 7000 hotels registered on its platform.

  • Developed an internal finance application for the company.

  • Contributed in all phases of the development lifecycle and followed industry best practices.

Adimsira LLC
Adimsira LLC
Software Developer
2016 - 2016
Nigeria
  • Created and developed Java desktop applications and responsive websites for multiple clients.

  • Built reusable code and libraries for future use, as well as implemented security and data protection.

  • Met with clients to discuss their website design and requirements.

Portfolio

Software Engineer - Kusnap
Software Engineer - Kusnap

Kusnap is an easy-to-use platform connecting millions of buyers and sellers nationwide, completely free of charge. Artificial intelligence is also incorporated into the Kusnap platform to enable a customized selection of products and services to customers based on unique brands and preferences.I designed the architecture of the system and built the backend using Laravel, I was in charge of the entire flow of the system, managing the entire development process, and also handled the site reliability and DevOps role The system backend was built using Laravel, Firebase, MySQL, Twilio, SendGrid, Cloudinary, Digital Ocean VPS and Kubernetes.

Software Engineer - Riby Enumerator
Software Engineer - Riby Enumerator

Riby is Nigeria’s foremost digital platform for cooperatives and trade groups. The aim is to help millions of Africans achieve better financial access and stability. I led a team of developers that rebuilt the legacy system which was modified to fit any new client. Managed to make the system more dynamic in order to allow any client onboard, and created their requirements without supervision. Technologies used in the project: Node.js, PostgresSQL.

Software Engineer - Plax
Software Engineer - Plax

PlaX is a Complete Benefit Administration Platform that enables a seamless end-to-end solution for the administration of public benefits and social development initiatives. PlaX is built to enable offline access by agents and offers multiple levels of data verification and approval levels. I worked on enumeration, fulfillment, wallet, and other parts of the system. It was built using a microservices architecture with each part of the system deployed as a micro-service. Technologies used in the project: Node.js, Typescript, PostgresSQL.

Education

​BSc. Computer Science
​BSc. Computer Science
University Of Port Harcourt ​
2013 - 2017 (4 years)
Certificate in Java Programming and Web Component Development
Certificate in Java Programming and Web Component Development
National Institute of Information Technology