Joshua Akinola
Nigeria
Summary
Software Engineer with expertise in full-stack development and research experience in computational biology. Demonstrated success in developing scalable applications and conducting genome-wide association studies (GWAS). Proven track record in building payment systems and regulatory platforms and implementing data analysis pipelines. Combines technical expertise with research capabilities to deliver innovative solutions across technology, healthcare, finance, and education sectors.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Software Engineer
Opex Consulting
Lagos, Nigeria
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Team development of RegTech platforms for financial industry compliance.
- Design and implement scalable solutions for educational and career platforms and management systems.
- Mentor young developers as an academy teacher, creating curriculum and delivering technical training.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, user-centric applications.
- Implement robust testing strategies and CI/CD pipelines for quality assurance.
Lab Technician & Research Assistant
Landmark University
Kwara, Nigeria
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Conducted Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS) on health issues including breast cancer and hypertension in Nigerian populations.
- Developed computational methods and data analysis pipelines using PLINK, R, and Python.
- Implemented statistical analysis workflows for large-scale genetic data processing.
- Collaborated with faculty on research projects, managing data collection and analysis.
- Maintained and optimized laboratory computational infrastructure.
- Set up and maintained laboratory equipment and facilities, ensuring all equipment was in proper working condition and safety protocols were followed.
Software Developer
Tamma Corporation
Monrovia, Liberia
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Developed mobile and web applications as an intern, focusing on reliable solutions to meet customer functionality, scalability, and performance needs.
- Implemented scalable architecture using the MERN stack with a focus on offline capability.
- Built robust security measures and transaction processing systems
- Conducted market research and gathered customer requirements for product enhancement.
- Collaborated in an agile environment with cross-functional teams.
- Created comprehensive technical documentation and user guides
- Managed customer communication and support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Regional Maritime University
08.2018 - 06.2022
Skills
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- Python
- R
- PHP
- React
- Nextjs
- Nodejs
- HTML5
- Tailwind CSS
- MongoDB
- MySQL
- PLINK
- Statistical Analysis Software
- Git
- CI/CD
- Jest
- Docker
- Statistical Analysis
- Machine Learning
- Data Processing
Accomplishments
- Best Graduating Student, Information Technology Department (2022)
- Led multiple community development projects as SDG (Sustainable Development Goals) Group President.
Languages
English
Beginner
Custom
- Healthcare Technology Innovation
- Computational Biology
- Educational Technology
- Sustainable Development
- Cross-cultural Technology Implementation
Timeline
Software Engineer
Opex Consulting
08.2024 - 01.2025
Lab Technician & Research Assistant
Landmark University
08.2023 - 07.2024
Software Developer
Tamma Corporation
06.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Regional Maritime University
08.2018 - 06.2022
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