Results-driven Full-Stack Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience in designing, building, and deploying scalable web and mobile applications, specializing in React, Node.js, and PHP (Laravel). Proven leader in end-to-end product development across logistics, e-commerce, and AI-powered platforms, adept at leveraging RESTful APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployment to deliver efficient, real-world solutions. Recognized as a hackathon winner and active open-source contributor, I consistently build impactful engineering solutions and foster community growth.
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led a comprehensive technical overhaul of a legacy Laravel-based e-commerce platform, enhancing stability, integrating new features, and optimizing checkout flows to significantly reduce cart abandonment.
Highlights
Led a full technical overhaul of a legacy Laravel-based e-commerce platform (Koolbuy), resolving critical bugs and refactoring the codebase to significantly improve system stability and maintainability.
Implemented new responsive UI components and integrated inventory management, logistics tracking, and multi-vendor delivery functionalities across web and mobile applications, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency.
Collaborated closely with the product team as a Product Manager, translating complex business requirements into precise technical specifications and effectively managing the development roadmap.
Delivered measurable improvements in platform load time and reduced cart abandonment by streamlining the checkout flow, optimizing the user purchase journey.
Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
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Summary
Designed and deployed a scalable backend architecture for an AI-powered email automation SaaS platform, integrating LLM APIs and optimizing database performance for high-volume dispatch operations.
Highlights
Designed and deployed a scalable backend architecture for an AI-powered email automation SaaS platform, integrating large language model (LLM) APIs for intelligent email generation and personalized content delivery.
Built robust RESTful API endpoints and webhook-based event handling systems, supporting complex automation workflows, real-time scheduling, and seamless third-party developer integrations.
Improved overall platform performance by optimizing database query structures and implementing efficient caching strategies, resulting in faster response times for high-volume email dispatch operations.
Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
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Summary
Directed end-to-end development of a logistics and package delivery platform, architecting scalable APIs and deploying cross-platform applications that reduced missed delivery alerts by over 40%.
Highlights
Led end-to-end development of a comprehensive logistics and package delivery platform, serving 3 channels: a marketing website, a web app, and native mobile apps (iOS & Android).
Architected and built scalable RESTful APIs using PHP (Laravel) to efficiently manage orders, user accounts, delivery assignments, and real-time tracking operations.
Developed a fully responsive React.js web interface and cross-platform mobile application using React Native, ensuring consistent UX for over 5000+ active users.
Integrated Firebase Authentication, Firestore real-time database, and Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) for push notifications, reducing missed delivery alerts by over 40%.
Managed CI/CD pipelines using Git and coordinated full release cycles to Google Play Store and Apple App Store, achieving zero-downtime deployments for critical updates.
Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
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Summary
Built a scalable gadget-focused e-commerce platform from scratch, developing responsive frontends and PHP-powered backends while reducing manual admin work by an estimated 60%.
Highlights
Built a scalable gadget-focused e-commerce platform from scratch, inspired by Jumia, providing users with a smooth, app-like experience for browsing, searching, and purchasing mobile devices and accessories.
Developed a fully responsive frontend using React and Tailwind CSS for mobile and desktop, paired with a PHP-powered backend handling product listings, inventory, and transactions.
Engineered a comprehensive admin dashboard for product management, order tracking, and real-time platform analytics, reducing manual admin work by an estimated 60%.
Designed and implemented core e-commerce features including product catalog, cart system, multi-step checkout flow, payment integration, and role-based access control (RBAC) for users and administrators.
Niger State Lead
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Summary
Oversaw state-level technology initiatives, mentoring emerging developers, and coordinating with partners to foster significant growth in the tech ecosystem across Niger State.
Highlights
Oversaw state-level technology initiatives and community-building efforts, mentoring emerging developers and coordinating with partner Ayatullah Hanif Showunmi to grow the tech ecosystem across Niger State.
Community Manager
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Summary
Founded and significantly grew a robotics and AI-focused student community, organizing technical workshops and mentorship programs for over 100 members.
Highlights
Founded and grew a robotics and AI-focused student community at Federal University of Technology, Minna, organizing technical workshops, coding sessions, and mentorship programmes for 100+ members.
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Bachelor of Technology
Mechatronics Engineering
Courses
Embedded Systems
Robotics
Control Systems
Electronics
Signal Processing
Advanced Mathematics
Awarded By
IIH, CcHub, IHS Tower
Awarded for designing and developing 'Trashformer', an innovative smart recycling solution that incentivizes users and integrates software with hardware for environmental sustainability. Placed 7th out of 532 applicants nationally.
Awarded By
3MTT Nigeria
Recognized for developing an AI-powered brain tumor detection solution using machine learning and medical imaging classification techniques. Placed in the top 50 out of 400+ applicants nationwide, winning an E-tablet for exceptional problem-solving and technical excellence.
Awarded By
Rasheed Mudasiru (Tech Event Host)
Recognised at a competitive tech event hosted by Rasheed Mudasiru for outstanding technical engagement and performance in software development challenges.
Issued By
Federal Government of Nigeria's 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative
Issued By
Google Summer of Code
Issued By
IIH, CcHub, IHS Tower
Issued By
Coding Academy / Udemy
React, React Native, Next.js, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Dart (Flutter), Blade (Laravel), Tailwind CSS, SASS/SCSS, HTML5, CSS3.
PHP, Laravel, Node.js, NestJS, Python, Java.
MySQL, PostgreSQL, Firebase, Supabase, REST APIs, GraphQL.
AWS (EC2, CI/CD Pipelines), Vercel, Render, Netlify, Docker, Google Play Console, Apple App Store Connect.
Git, Expo, Redux / Zustand, Socket.IO, Firebase, Supabase, AI Automation, Webhook Integration.
RESTful API design, GraphQL, Webhook integration, API versioning, Rate limiting, OAuth 2.0 authentication.
React Native (Expo & bare workflow), Cross-platform iOS & Android, Firebase Cloud Messaging, App Store deployment.
Database query optimisation, Caching strategies (Redis), Lazy loading, Code splitting, CDN configuration.
Unit testing, Integration testing, Debugging, Code review, Git branching strategies (Git Flow).
LLM API integration (OpenAI, Claude), AI-powered workflow automation, Prompt engineering, Machine learning (Python, Scikit-learn).
MVC, Monolithic and microservices architecture, Event-driven systems, SaaS platform design.
End-to-end project ownership, Cross-functional team coordination, Product roadmap planning, Task delegation, Agile sprint management (teams of 5-15 members).
Clear technical documentation, Stakeholder reporting, Client-facing communication, Public speaking at tech events and community sessions.
Analytical thinking, Debugging complex systems, Rapid prototyping, Delivering creative engineering solutions under tight deadlines.
Distributed remote teams (across time zones), Open-source collaboration, Pair programming, Peer code review.
Training and mentoring (100+ students in software development, AI, and robotics), Structured workshops, Community sessions, One-on-one coaching.
Lecturer and Mentor, Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Minna | jibril.bala@futminna.edu.ng. Additional references available upon request.
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Summary
An innovative smart recycling solution developed with a multidisciplinary team, designed to incentivize users to drop off waste in exchange for digital rewards. It comprises a full-stack web platform and mobile app for real-time tracking, integrated with an automated sorting machine.