Akintunde Jegede

Senior Software Engineer

Akure, NG.

About

Highly accomplished Senior Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience in commercial application and software development, specializing in scalable infrastructure, high-performance systems, and revenue-generating features. Proven ability to lead and mentor development teams, driving significant improvements in system capacity (10x transactions), code quality (multi-team contributions for 180+ engineers), and direct revenue generation (over $50 million). Expertise spans diverse domains including blockchain, stock market, SaaS, and FinTech applications, with a strong track record in maintaining high availability and optimizing user experience.

Work

Primarybid

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Senior Software Engineer

Summary

Drove infrastructure scaling, system optimization, and technical leadership for a leading FinTech platform.

Highlights

Led infrastructure scaling initiatives, enabling 10x transaction capacity and significantly enhancing system performance and stability.

Demonstrated expertise in translating complex client needs into robust technical solutions, contributing to the successful closing of over 50 deals and facilitating transactions exceeding £100 million.

Designed and advised on advanced technical approaches to complex engineering challenges, ensuring exceptional infrastructure uptime of 99.99%.

AcceleratorApp

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Software Developer

Summary

Developed innovative features and API integrations, significantly boosting user engagement and client acquisition.

Highlights

Developed a custom event matching feature that boosted client conversion rates by over 200%.

Established the foundational API layer for external partner interaction, leading to a 400% increase in active usage through off-site integrations.

Implemented key features to streamline the onboarding process for over 30 new clients, enhancing operational efficiency.

Guided strategic decisions on GDPR compliance, restoring brand trust and contributing to a 20% increase in sales.

Radical Stack Limited

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Software Engineer

Summary

Developed critical API layers for blockchain-based solutions, serving multiple clients.

Highlights

Initiated and developed robust API layers on top of the Stellar Blockchain, serving over 5 distinct clients with tailored solutions.

Bitmama.io

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Software Engineer

Summary

Contributed to core infrastructure development and implemented key blockchain integrations.

Highlights

Contributed to the creation of initial infrastructure that has processed over $1,000,000 in Bitcoin transactions.

Implemented a critical API bridge between the trading platform and the Steem blockchain, enabling real-time monitoring of cryptocurrency receipts.

Utopian.io

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Software Engineer (Open Source)

Summary

Contributed to open-source software development, focusing on blockchain and cost-effective solutions.

Highlights

Initiated and significantly contributed to multiple open-source software projects under the platform's reward system.

Developed and deployed a blockchain earnings tracking solution, supporting over 1,000 users with an annual operational cost under $10.

Freelance Contractor

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Web Developer

Summary

Provided full-stack web development services to diverse international clients, driving significant revenue growth.

Highlights

Designed and developed numerous websites for businesses across Nigeria, Dubai, and Sweden, generating over ₦100 million in cumulative client revenue.

Education

Federal University of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering Engineering Grade:

Languages

English

Native

Skills

Programming Languages

JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, HTML, CSS.

Frameworks & Libraries

Node.js, React.js, NestJS, Vue.js.

Cloud Platforms

AWS.

Databases

MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Redis.

Tools & Technologies

Docker, Nats, Zapier Apps, Stellar Blockchain.

Software Development

API Development, Scalable Architecture, System Design, Infrastructure Optimization, Full-Stack Development, Open Source Contribution, Agile Methodologies.

Leadership & Mentorship

Technical Leadership, Mentoring, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Strategic Decision Making.

Domain Expertise

FinTech, Blockchain, Stock Market, SaaS.