Damilola Seweje

Damilola Seweje

Software Engineer in Lagos, Nigeria

About

Hey there 👋! I'm Dami, a software engineer. I love building scalable applications and APIs using technologies like Node.js, NestJS, React.js, and MySQL. Right now, I'm leading the engineering team at Ninthgrid, where we're building an awesome Afro-centric stock images platform.

I've worked in a few startups, and I've built products from e-commerce platforms to internal dashboards. I'm all about creating user-friendly experiences and making sure problems are solved smoothly. I also geek out on DevOps and cloud management. Let's build something amazing together!

Skills: React.js, Node.js, Nestjs, Redux, Jest, Linux, Typescript, Figma, MySql, MongoDB, GitHub.

Work Experience

2023 — Now
Lagos, Nigeria (Remote)
  • Leading the engineering team at NinthGrid, overseeing the development and deployment of scalable solutions using Node.js, NestJS, React.js, and MySQL.

  • Architected and developed all API services for the platform, ensuring seamless communication between frontend and backend systems and enabling efficient data handling for users and administrators.

  • Collaborated closely with the design and implement core features, optimizing platform performance and user experience.

  • Implemented DevOps practices to enhance the development lifecycle, including continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, using tools such as GitHub workflows and AWS Lamda.

  • Managed cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and scalability of services while optimizing costs and resource utilization.

  • Monitored application performance and system health, utilizing logging and monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve issues, enhancing overall system reliability.

  • Ensured best practices in coding standards, security, and database management, utilizing MySQL for data storage.

2022 — Now
Lagos, Nigeria (Remote)
  • Developed web applications for both public users and administrative users, ensuring a seamless and user-friendly experience tailored to different needs.

  • Built the company’s website, handling both the backend (API development) and the frontend, delivering a fully integrated and efficient solution.

  • Built the fully functional web store (storefront) for food ordering, providing customers with an intuitive interface to browse menus, customize orders, and make secure payments, all designed for a smooth and enjoyable user experience.

  • Contributed to the development of public APIs for merchants and third-party companies, enabling easy integration and enhancing the overall ecosystem for business partners.

  • Built the internal dashboard for the company and its vendors, facilitating efficient management of order issues and streamlining the support team’s process for resolving customer concerns.

  • Contributed to the implementation of data-spooning techniques for vendor metrics using MySQL. Integrated data visualization with Metabase on their dashboards to provide valuable insights and performance tracking for vendors.

2017 — 2023
Software Engineer at Freelance
Remote
  • Designed, developed, and deployed professional static portfolio websites leveraging HTML, CSS (Bootstrap), and Vanilla JavaScript to create responsive, user-friendly interfaces tailored to client needs.

  • Built and implemented a comprehensive user management dashboard for tracking employees, managing expenses, and mapping users to various locations, optimizing organizational workflows and resource allocation.

  • Developed and integrated payment-enabled web applications for multiple businesses using Reactjs, which streamlined transactions and improved user experience.

  • Engineered an SMS notification and payment service using Node.js and MongoDB, facilitating real-time client updates and secure payment processing for business continuity.

2020 — 2022
Remote

Responsible for designing and building user interface components using React.js, ensuring a responsive and visually appealing experience. Also worked on the implementation of new features by integrating and consuming data from various services through GraphQL, which enabled efficient and real-time data retrieval, making the application faster and more interactive. Collaborated closely with backend developers to ensure smooth integration and functionality of the features.

2019 — 2022
Lagos, Nigeria
  • Designed and implemented the UI for a comprehensive Customer Management System, enabling businesses to efficiently manage customer orders, track purchases, and monitor expenses through a user-friendly interface.

  • Co-developed a SaaS platform (Cicod.com), catering to small and large businesses. The platform, built with React, includes a variety of features such as flexible pricing models, a free trial subscription, and a robust dashboard for managing product purchases and business operations.

  • Developed multiple email templates for product notifications and updates, enhancing communication efficiency and ensuring consistent brand representation in client interactions.

  • Collaborated on developing real-time data analytics dashboards for businesses, providing key insights to drive decision-making and optimize performance.

2020 — 2020
Software Engineer at ENERGY DETECTORS (Start-up)
Remote
  • Developed secure private and public services for tracking electricity usage, outage duration, and supply time from devices connected to users’ power sources. Built the backend with Node.js and utilized Firebase for real-time data storage and management.

  • Created automated email notification services, delivering timely updates to users on service status and important account-related activities.

  • Developed a fully functional e-commerce web application enabling customers to browse and purchase sensors and other products, enhancing the company’s digital sales channels.

  • Designed and deployed a public API and an intuitive dashboard, allowing users to track service requests, monitor purchase histories, and facilitate seamless product transactions.

Education

2015 — 2021
Bachelor Of Mathetical Sciences at Federal University of Technology, Akure
Akure, Nigeria

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