OLUBUSAYO AMOWE

Experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer & DevOps Specialist
Middlesbrough, GB.

About

Highly experienced Software Engineer with a strong foundation in Full-Stack Development, Cloud Computing, and Agile Methodologies. Proven ability to deliver robust, scalable, and efficient enterprise solutions, leveraging deep expertise in OOP, microservices, and CI/CD to drive business value and technical excellence. Adept at transforming complex requirements into high-impact software, ensuring optimal performance and security across diverse platforms.

Work

NCFE
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Software Developer

Remote, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Summary

Currently developing and enhancing software solutions for NCFE, focusing on robust coding practices, user experience, and strategic automation to drive business efficiency and system integrity.

Highlights

Developed high-quality software solutions adhering to stringent coding practices and industry standards, ensuring maintainable codebases.

Designed and implemented intuitive user interfaces, optimizing user interaction and streamlining complex workflows.

Produced high-quality code leveraging cutting-edge engineering best practices and modern development tools.

Identified and implemented automation opportunities, enhancing business efficiency and overall operational effectiveness.

Ensured the soundness of technical solutions, meticulously considering performance, scalability, security, and long-term supportability.

Employment Hero
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Software Engineer

Remote, Global, Australia

Summary

Contributed to the Employment Hero platform by diagnosing and resolving critical issues within the .NET codebase, enhancing system reliability, and improving deployment processes.

Highlights

Diagnosed and resolved critical issues within the .NET codebase, improving system stability and performance.

Designed and tested strategies that significantly improved deployment efficiency and system uptime.

Conducted in-depth analysis of Mean Time To Recovery (MTTR) and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), designing and leading initiatives that enhanced system resilience.

Contributed to enhancing test automation coverage, ensuring robust software quality and reducing post-deployment defects.

Proactively monitored system performance and health, identifying and mitigating potential issues before they impacted operations.

SBSC
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Software Developer

Remote, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Summary

Managed and developed mobile/web applications for SBSC, focusing on microservices, CI/CD implementation, and robust security practices to deliver scalable financial solutions.

Highlights

Led the development of new financial solutions, including bill payments, savings, and loans, leveraging microservices architecture and design patterns (Abstract Factory, Facade, Singleton) to enhance scalability and maintainability.

Implemented robust CI/CD guardrails, integrating linting, security checks, and organizational best practices to streamline development workflows and improve code quality.

Championed a 'security-first' approach across all projects, implementing principles like least privilege, comprehensive encryption, and defense-in-depth strategies to safeguard sensitive data.

Seamlessly integrated critical 3rd-party APIs and webhooks, empowering frontend teams to deliver enhanced features and services.

Managed and optimized production HashiCorp Vault server deployments, utilizing Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), image building (Packer), and service mesh (Consul) for secure secret management.

MetisDAO
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Developer Relations Engineer / Technical Writer

Remote, Global, Global

Summary

Authored and maintained comprehensive technical documentation and API specifications for MetisDAO, facilitating seamless integration for developers and DApp builders within the web3 ecosystem.

Highlights

Authored, reviewed, and maintained high-quality technical documentation, including guides and tutorials, to support developers and DApp integrations.

Utilized Git, GitBook, Mermaid.js, and Markdown to meticulously document complex systems and APIs, ensuring clarity and accessibility for technical users.

Developed comprehensive RPC and REST API documentation, enabling seamless integration for strategic partners and web3 developers.

Produced engaging tutorial videos and streamlined publication workflows, enhancing developer onboarding and community engagement.

Zedcrest Capital
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Software Engineer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Re-architected and upgraded a large-scale loan application to .NET Core for Zedcrest Capital, deploying applications via CI/CD pipelines and customizing a SaaS banking platform.

Highlights

Successfully re-architected and upgraded a large-scale loan application to .NET Core, significantly improving performance and maintainability.

Automated application deployment for both web and background task apps using robust CI/CD pipelines, increasing deployment frequency and reliability.

Customized and integrated the Mambu SaaS banking platform, tailoring it to specific business requirements and enhancing operational efficiency.

Developed and consumed critical APIs, ensuring seamless backend-frontend integration and robust data flow across applications.

Wragby Business Solutions
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DevOps Associate / .NET Developer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Developed Field Service and Cloud Service Provider solutions using ASP.NET Core, deployed production applications via Azure DevOps, and built authorization automation for a government agency while mentoring interns.

Highlights

Engineered full-stack Field Service and Cloud Service Provider solutions using ASP.NET Core, enhancing service delivery and operational capabilities.

Automated and managed the deployment of production applications using Azure DevOps pipelines, ensuring rapid and reliable software releases.

Developed and implemented authorization automation for the Nigerian Department of Petroleum Resources, improving security and compliance.

Conducted thorough code reviews and provided mentorship to interns, fostering skill development and maintaining code quality standards.

Wema Bank plc
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Software Developer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Led the development of key features for Wema Bank's ALAT platform, including Savings Goals and Diaspora Banking, significantly boosting user satisfaction and contributing to an internal award.

Highlights

Spearheaded the V1 System Architecture for ALAT's Savings Goals feature, driving successful implementation and user adoption.

Led the development and launch of the V1 Diaspora Banking feature for ALAT, expanding the platform's international service offerings.

Achieved a remarkable +38 point increase in Net Promoter Score (NPS) for users, resulting in an internal award for exceptional impact.

Facilitated critical conversations with users and business stakeholders, translating requirements into actionable user stories for development.

Developed and maintained secure APIs, ensuring robust data exchange and system integrity for critical banking operations.

Longbridge Technologies Limited
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Software Developer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Developed a School Management System and appraisal system modules using Java and Spring Boot, and contributed to a Core Banking application for Longbridge Technologies Limited.

Highlights

Developed a comprehensive School Management System using Java, JSP, and Hibernate, streamlining administrative processes for educational institutions.

Engineered and implemented appraisal system modules leveraging Spring Boot, enhancing performance evaluation processes.

Contributed to the development and maintenance of a critical Core Banking application, ensuring robust financial operations.

SAP Africa Code Week
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Coding Instructor

Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria

Summary

Trained over 450 teachers in Scratch programming during SAP Africa Code Week, empowering them to educate students and fostering participation in regional coding competitions.

Highlights

Trained over 450 teachers in Scratch programming at Fiwasaye Girls Grammar School, significantly expanding coding education outreach.

Mentored and supported students in coding competitions, leading to multiple regional awards and recognition.

Volunteer

WomenBuildWeb3
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Contributor / Developer Relations Engineer

Remote, Global, Global

Summary

Contributed to the WomenBuildWeb3 platform by developing website content, curriculum, and starter projects, and authoring technical documentation and smart contract code.

Highlights

Contributed to the official website, curriculum, and starter projects, leveraging Next.js, TailwindCSS, Graph, Web3Storage, RainbowKit, and Infura to support web3 education.

Authored comprehensive technical documentation and example smart contract code (Solidity, TypeScript tests), enhancing learning resources for web3 developers.

SAP Africa Code Week
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Tutor

Ondo State, Ondo State, Nigeria

Summary

Served as a tutor for SAP Africa Code Week, training teachers in coding methodologies to expand digital literacy in local schools across Ondo State, Nigeria.

Highlights

Trained 450 teachers in Ondo State, Nigeria, equipping them with the skills to effectively teach coding in local schools and foster digital literacy.

Education

Teesside University
Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

MSc

Financial Technology

Grade: Distinction

Courses

Blockchain

FinTech

Big Data

Machine Learning

Thesis: Exploration of the prospects of Zero-Knowledge Proofs in the Fintech Industry

Federal University of Technology, Akure
Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria

BTech

Computer Science

Grade: Second Class Upper Honors

Courses

Java

Data Structures and Algorithm

Object-Oriented Programming

Software Engineering

Thesis: Development of a pharmacy inventory management system for pharmacies using Java

Awards

H.E.R DAO Celo Scholarship

Awarded By

ETH Global London

Received the H.E.R DAO Celo Scholarship at ETH Global London, supporting blockchain development.

Soonami Hackathon Top 10 Finalist

Awarded By

Foundance & Soonami

Recognized as a top 10 finalist in the Soonami Hackathon for innovative project development.

EthLONDON Hackathon Winner (Tezos Bounty)

Awarded By

Encode

Awarded for winning the EthLONDON Hackathon with a project leveraging Tezos blockchain technology.

Black Tech Achievement Awards

Awarded By

Black Tech Achievement Awards

Recognized for significant contributions and achievements in the technology sector.

Awesome Women of Web3

Awarded By

Awesome Women of Web3

Recognized as an 'Awesome Woman of Web3' for contributions to the decentralized web space.

Microsoft Windows Insider MVP Nominee

Awarded By

Microsoft

Nominated for the prestigious Microsoft Windows Insider MVP program for community contributions.

Web3Con Hackathon Winner (Filecoin Bounty)

Awarded By

Web3Con

Awarded for winning the Web3Con Hackathon with a project utilizing Filecoin technology.

HashiCorp Ambassador

Awarded By

HashiCorp

Appointed as a HashiCorp Ambassador, recognizing expertise and community contributions to HashiCorp tools.

GraphQL Diversity Scholarship

Awarded By

GraphQL

Awarded the GraphQL Diversity Scholarship, promoting inclusivity in the GraphQL community.

EFinA Fintech4WD Hackathon (3rd Place, North Central Nigeria)

Awarded By

EFinA

Secured 3rd place in the Fintech4WD Hackathon in North Central Nigeria for an innovative FinTech solution.

HashiCorp Diversity Scholarship

Awarded By

HashiCorp

Received the HashiCorp Diversity Scholarship, supporting participation in HashiCorp events and community.

Ethereum Foundation Devcon V Scholarship

Awarded By

Ethereum Foundation

Awarded the Ethereum Foundation Devcon V Scholarship, enabling attendance at a leading Ethereum developer conference.

Digital Explorer Hackathon Winner

Awarded By

Digital Explorer

Awarded for winning the Digital Explorer Hackathon, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills.

Flink Forward SF Diversity Scholarship

Awarded By

Flink Forward SF

Received the Flink Forward SF Diversity Scholarship, supporting participation in the Apache Flink conference.

IOSCon Diversity Scholarship (London)

Awarded By

IOSCon

Awarded the IOSCon Diversity Scholarship, supporting attendance at the iOS developer conference in London.

Google Women TechMakers Chrome Dev Summit Travel Grant

Awarded By

Google Women TechMakers

Received a travel grant to attend the Chrome Dev Summit, sponsored by Google Women TechMakers.

SauceCode Hackathon Finalist

Awarded By

SauceCode

Recognized as a finalist in the SauceCode Hackathon for strong technical contributions.

Venture Garden Group All-Female Hackathon Winner

Awarded By

Venture Garden Group

Awarded for winning the All-Female Hackathon hosted by Venture Garden Group.

Google Digital Marketing Challenge Winner (MEA Region)

Awarded By

Google

Awarded for winning the Google Digital Marketing Challenge in the Middle East & Africa region.

Best Female Science Student / Best in Physics

Awarded By

Royal Crown Comprehensive High School

Recognized as the best female student in science and physics during high school.

Languages

English

Skills

Infrastructure

Terraform, CloudFormation, AWS, Azure, Docker, Vagrant, Kubernetes, Azure DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines, Microservices Architecture, Cloud Computing, System Architecture.

Monitoring & Streaming

Elasticsearch, Splunk, Jenkins, GitLab, Performance Monitoring, System Health Monitoring.

Programming Languages & Frameworks

C#, .NET Core, Java, Spring Boot, JavaScript, AngularJS, TypeScript, ReactJS, Next.js, Node.js, Python, Solidity.

Web Technologies & UI

TailwindCSS, BootstrapCSS, HTML, CSS, User Interface Development, Frontend Development, Full-Stack Development.

Development Tools & Methodologies

MS Visual Studio, VSCode, Git, Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), SOLID Principles, Design Patterns (Abstract Factory, Facade, Singleton), Test Automation.

Database & API Management

API Development, REST API, RPC API, API Integration, Database Management.

Security & Compliance

Security-First Mindset, Least Privilege, Encryption, Defense in Depth, CI/CD Guardrails, HashiCorp Vault.

Technical Communication & Leadership

Technical Documentation, GitBook, Mermaid.js, Markdown, Tutorial Video Production, Mentorship, Code Review, Stakeholder Management, User Story Development, Problem Solving, Strategic Prioritization.

Fintech & Blockchain

Blockchain, FinTech, Zero-Knowledge Proofs, Web3, Smart Contract Development, Mambu (SaaS Banking Platform).