OLATERU ELIJHA OLU
Full-Stack Software Engineer
Lagos
Summary
Seasoned Software Engineer, experienced developing applications, databases and cloud computing solutions. Smart professional with proven troubleshooting and debugging capabilities for resolving complex technical issues. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Software Engineer (Technology Lead)
Movam Technologies Limited
Lagos
07.2022 - Current
- Led a team of sixteen to build and maintain movam's applications, using the concept of re-usable API components as a service.
- Achieved automated on-boarding of new customer with over 5,000 iOT devices by creating on-boarding assistance tools.
- 30% reduction in time to market for new product releases by implementing agile methodology into the team's software life cycle.
- Reduced cost of developing new products by 20% through process improvement.
- Coordinated with other engineers to evaluate and improve software and hardware interfaces.
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
Senior Software Engineer (Technology Lead)
Telegram Group
Lagos
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Inherited the company application from software vendors and led a team of 15 engineers to restructure and upgrade the application toward its objectives.
- On-boarded over 5,000 GPS devices on the platform within a year
- Reduced bug rate by 50% through improved testing and quality assurance practices
- Improved customer satisfaction by developing products that meet or exceed customer requirements.
- Led software development initiative as subject matter expert and primary point-of-contact for project management staff.
- Checked client code for bugs and weaknesses using approved troubleshooting methods.
- Worked with project managers, developers, quality assurance and customers to resolve technical issues.
- Demonstrated experience and good hands-on programming experience PHP, Python, NodeJs and Angular.
Technical Lead
Cativa Sof Solutions Limited
Lagos
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Set the company's technology vision and strategy
- Oversee the company's technology infrastructure, including hardware, software, and networks
- Developed and managed the technology budget
- Hired and managed the technology team
- Ensured compliance with regulations and best practices
- Evaluated and implemented new technology solutions
- Conducted research and development on new technologies
- Increased website traffic by 20% through improved usability and design
- Reduced website bounce rate by 15% through improved usability and design
- Decreased page load time by 30% through optimized images and code.
- Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.
- Defined parameters for API and data acquisitions.
Team Lead/Senior Web Developer
Rise Network Service Limited
Lagos
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Created website layout and content using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Created responsive, user-friendly, and accessible websites
- Optimized websites for search engines
- Tested and troubleshot websites
- Managed website hosting and security
- Integrated website content management systems (CMS).
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Directed and supervised team of four engaged chatbots and web software development.
Web Development
Gadol Marketing services Limited
Lagos
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Designed and created mobile-friendly websites
- Built e-commerce websites and shopping carts
- Created content for blogs and social media
- Managed email marketing campaigns
- Built custom web applications
- Integrated third-party APIs and services
- Rebuilt https://passnownow.com from nothing and grew the user base from 28,000 to over 220,000
- Increased page speed
- Increased traffic
- Increased conversion
- Reduced bounce rate.
Website Manager
Crownreigns Service Limited
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed and updated website content, including text, images, and videos
- Ensured that the website is optimized for search engines
- Maintained website security and backups
- Managed user accounts and permissions
- Monitored website performance and traffic
- Responded to user inquiries and feedback
- Collaborated with other teams, such as marketing and IT
- Achieved a 98% accuracy rate in web design projects.
Tutor/ Web design
Aknet Technology
Lagos
01.2013 - 01.2013
- Created mockups and prototypes of website designs
- Chose color schemes, fonts, and other design elements
- Developed and maintained the overall look and feel of the website
- Ensured that the design is consistent across all devices and browsers
- Researched and applied current trends and best practices in web design
- Worked with developers to create a functional, user-friendly website
- Improved the accessibility of websites by achieving WCAG 2.0 Level AA compliance
- Reduced website maintenance costs by implementing a content management system.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Computer Science
Lagos State Polytechnic
09.2016 - 05.2019
National Diploma - Computer Science
Lagos State Polytechnic
10.2011 - 06.2014
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (S -
C & S College Laduba
Asa LGA, Kwara State 01.1999 - 05.2004
Skills
Computer programming using NodeJS, Python, PHP/Laravel,Js, JAVASCRIPT and HTML/CSS
Dockers and cloud knowledgeContinues integration and continues deploymentGood spoken and written communication skillOnline Marketing/Advertisements skill (Facebook Campaign, Twitter Promo, Google Adwork, Display Network, Retargeting/remarketing Ads( Adroll, Criteo Network), MarketPlace)DBMS, Database management using MYSQL, MongoDB, PostgresTechnical Writing
JavaScript framework management
Search Engine Optimization
Web-based software engineering
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Software Engineer (Technology Lead)
Movam Technologies Limited
07.2022 - Current
Senior Software Engineer (Technology Lead)
Telegram Group
06.2021 - 06.2022
Technical Lead
Cativa Sof Solutions Limited
01.2020 - 05.2022
Team Lead/Senior Web Developer
Rise Network Service Limited
01.2017 - 01.2020
Higher National Diploma - Computer Science
Lagos State Polytechnic
09.2016 - 05.2019
Web Development
Gadol Marketing services Limited
01.2014 - 01.2016
Website Manager
Crownreigns Service Limited
01.2014 - 01.2016
Tutor/ Web design
Aknet Technology
01.2013 - 01.2013
National Diploma - Computer Science
Lagos State Polytechnic
10.2011 - 06.2014
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (S -
C & S College Laduba
01.1999 - 05.2004