Kazeem Akinrinde
Mokola Ibadan
Summary
Seasoned Technical Consultant with deep understanding of business and technical requirements analysis, project management, and end-to-end system life cycle development. Have previously led successful software solutions deployment projects, consistently meeting professional objectives. Strengths include strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in a variety of programming languages. Notable for improving operational efficiency in past roles through innovative IT solutions implementation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Consultant
Simplified Synergy ltd
Abuja
02.2023 - Current
- Performed Solution Architect Role.
- Agile Coaching.
- Setup development team
- Advice on all technical issues.
- Lead the overall development team
Chief Technology Officer
SystemSpecs Technology Limited
Lagos
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Setup the full development team
- Solution Architect Role
- Led the development team
- Advice on best practices and hands-on support to the MD/CEO and the whole staff
- Collaborated with vendors and partners
Chief Technology Officer
Just Java Consulting Ltd
Lagos
02.2012 - 12.2021
- Setup the full Development team
- Implemented best practices in software engineering principles such as version control, coding standards, source code management, unit testing.
- Provided hands-on support during system upgrades or major outages.
- Collaborated with vendors on hardware and software procurement decisions in order to maximize cost savings while meeting quality standards.
Senior Integration Consultant
Benin Electric Distribution Company
Benin
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Integrate all the Software Solutions using Enterprise Service Bus
- Recommended changes and upgrades as at when due
- Technical advice on Integration related decisions
Business Process Consultant
MTN Nigeria
Lagos
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Documented the Business Process for the whole Organization
- Assisted in developing strategies for resolving issues affecting operational performance.
- Developed and implemented process improvement plans to reduce costs, improve customer service, and increase productivity.
- Researched industry trends related to process improvement methodologies.
Development Team Lead
SystemSpecs Technology Limited
Lagos
01.2004 - 12.2008
- Facilitate collaboration between development team members and other departments.
- Develop strategies for improving software scalability and reliability.
- Review test plans prior to release of new versions of applications.
- Lead daily stand-up meetings to review progress and discuss roadblocks.
- Analyze application data to identify trends or issues requiring resolution.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as HIPAA or PCI DSS.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies that could benefit the organization.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
- Train new hires on development processes, coding standards, and company culture.
Software Engineer
University of Ibadan Consultancy
Lagos
01.2001 - 12.2002
- Analyzed user requirements to develop software solutions and created technical specifications.
- Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Developed, tested, debugged and documented software programs using Java, JavaScript and HTML and CSS.
- Designed databases to store application data using SQL Server or MongoDB technologies.
- Participated in regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss project progress, changes, challenges.
- Designed and executed comprehensive test plans to identify software vulnerabilities and bugs.
Development Lead
Precise Financial System
Lagos
- Identified areas for improvement in existing systems and proposed appropriate solutions to enhance system performance.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards such as security protocols during the development process.
- Prepared weekly status reports highlighting accomplishments achieved during the week along with upcoming objectives.
- Conducted code reviews and provided feedback to developers in order to maintain a high level of quality assurance within the organization.
Education
Ph.D. - Computer Science
University of Ibadan
Ibadan09-2025
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Ibadan
Ibadan09-2000
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Ilorin
Ilorin10-1998
Skills
- Backend Development on Java Development Stack
- Frontend development on Thymeleaf, JSP and Spring MVC
- DevOps skills
- Agile coaching
- Technical Guidance
- API Development
Affiliations
- Voracious Reader
- Coach/Trainer
- Mentoring
Languages
Yoruba
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
- Java 2 Developer Certification
- JBoss Advanced Developer
- Ethical Hacking Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical Consultant
Simplified Synergy ltd
02.2023 - Current
Chief Technology Officer
SystemSpecs Technology Limited
01.2021 - 02.2023
Senior Integration Consultant
Benin Electric Distribution Company
04.2020 - 08.2021
Chief Technology Officer
Just Java Consulting Ltd
02.2012 - 12.2021
Business Process Consultant
MTN Nigeria
01.2010 - 12.2012
Development Team Lead
SystemSpecs Technology Limited
01.2004 - 12.2008
Software Engineer
University of Ibadan Consultancy
01.2001 - 12.2002
Development Lead
Precise Financial System
Ph.D. - Computer Science
University of Ibadan
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Ibadan
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Ilorin
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