Benjamin Okafor

Software Engineer | Full-Stack Developer

About

Accomplished Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 2 years of experience in designing and deploying scalable web and mobile solutions, complemented by 1 year of impactful technical leadership. Proven ability to translate complex requirements into production-ready applications, optimize solutions for performance, and maintain robust data integrity, including seamless database migrations, while also mentoring over 50 aspiring engineers.

Work

Freelancer | Contract
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Web Developer & Mobile App Developer

Summary

Developed and deployed robust, client-centric full-stack web and mobile applications, ensuring secure integrations and optimized user experiences across various platforms and client requirements.

Highlights

Engineered and integrated real-time crypto price feeds and automated balance updates for investment dashboards, ensuring critical data accuracy and delivering high-performance front-end experiences.

Executed a seamless migration of MySQL databases to MongoDB Atlas, achieving zero downtime and maintaining stringent data integrity across critical application data.

Implemented robust and secure email notification systems for account activity, transactions, and system updates, significantly enhancing user trust and operational reliability.

Designed and optimized responsive, dark-themed dashboards utilizing modern UI libraries, significantly improving user engagement, accessibility, and cross-platform compatibility.

NIIT (National Institute of Information & Tech)
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Instructor

Anambra, Nigeria

Summary

Led comprehensive technical instruction and mentorship for over 50 aspiring software engineers, driving their technical excellence and industry readiness in full-stack development through practical and theoretical training.

Highlights

Directed technical development for 50+ students in Python, RDBMS, and React, delivering engaging lectures and practical sessions to foster deep technical proficiency.

Mentored emerging software engineers through the complete Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) for real-world projects, instilling best coding practices and scalable architectural principles.

Provided critical technical guidance and conducted rigorous code reviews, optimizing student solutions for enhanced performance, maintainability, and adherence to industry-leading standards.

Designed and integrated a forward-thinking curriculum incorporating modern web and database technologies, including advanced UI/UX principles and cross-browser compatibility.

Education

NIIT Pune
Anambra, Nigeria

Certificate

Software Engineering

Skills

Web Development & Design

Next.js, Node.js, HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind CSS, UI Design, Server-Side Rendering, React, Front-end Performance Optimization, Cross-Browser Compatibility, Accessibility.

Backend & API Integration

Secure REST APIs, Authentication (JWT, NextAuth), Session Management, API Design, Unit Testing Principles, GraphQL.

Core Competencies

Code Quality Optimization, Problem Solving, Scalable Architecture, Technical Leadership, Mentorship, Cross-functional Collaboration, Agile Methodologies.

Mobile Development

React Native, Java, Kotlin.

Databases

MySQL (Schema Design, Stored Procedures, Optimization), MongoDB, Postgres.

Tools & DevOps

Git, GitHub, REST APIs, Paystack Integration, npm, Webpack, Vercel, Render, GitHub Copilot, Docker, Google Cloud Platform.

Programming Languages

Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, React Native, Java.

Projects

Multi-location E-commerce Applications

Summary

Designed, developed, and deployed multi-location e-commerce applications with custom admin panels, dynamic menus, Paystack payment integration, and table reservation features.

NGO Website

Summary

Designed and deployed a responsive NGO website, effectively showcasing the organization's mission, projects, and contact information to a global audience.

User Profile Systems with Advanced Authentication

Summary

Implemented user profile systems with restrictions (e.g., username change once per year) and advanced authentication flows (OTP + 2FA).