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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
University Of Port Harcourt
2013 - 2017 (4 years)
Certificate in Java Programming and Web Component Development