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dev charles

@devcharles

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Senior .Net Developer with extensive experience in software development.

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters innovation and offers opportunities for growth in software development and automation.

I am a seasoned Senior .Net Developer with over a decade of experience in computer hardware, software applications, software development, and networking. My career has been primarily focused on the financial services industry, where I have gained a deep understanding of the systems and applications utilized by banks. I have successfully developed, deployed, and supported various desktop and web applications for schools, investment management institutions, micro-credit institutions, and churches.

Throughout my professional journey, I have made significant contributions to my current employer, aYo Holdings, where I have led the development and integration of systems for insurance business processes across multiple countries. My expertise in automating processes and implementing integrations has resulted in improved operational efficiency and enhanced customer experiences. I take pride in my ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions that meet business needs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior .Net Developer

aYo Holdings

Jan 2023 - Feb 2025 (2 years 1 month)

Developed new, upgraded existing, and supported integration of systems/APIs for daily insurance business processes across six partner countries, including monitoring and performing needed maintenances. Collaborated with system architects to design technical documents for new products and implemented a multichannel integration to Revio, a payment/communication gateway.

API Integration Azure Kubernetes Puppeteer Data Modeling System Monitoring Technical Design

Enterprise Integration/Automation Officer

E-Process International SA

Nov 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Oversaw the deployment and support of all third-party integrations to the Ecobank Group across 36 member countries and internal application integration to the core-banking application (Flexcube). Successfully automated daily processes using Ansible Tower and bash scripting, including traffic switching and server disk space management.

Automation New Relic Ansible Bash Scripting Core Banking Deployment Technical Support

Systems Development Officer

Pan-African Savings and Loans

Feb 2017 - Oct 2021 (4 years 8 months)

Assessed departmental day-to-day operations to identify possible digitization and automation, developing systems to replace/support them with necessary integrations with the core banking application. Developed a FrontDesk application to reduce user license costs and automated the generation of Loan Pre-Agreement and Offer Letters.

Web Application Development Flexcube Globus (T24)Data Migration Project Management

ICT Instructor/IT Officer

Rosharon Montessori School

Nov 2012 - Jul 2014 (1 year 8 months)

Taught students based on GES ICT curriculum and managed IT Systems for the school. Implemented personally developed School Management System (Adesuabea), Payroll System (MargPayroll), and Employee Attendance Tracking System (TimeGuard), which are still in use.

ICT Systems Management Payroll Systems Software Deployment

Assistant IT Officer

S-Class Services (VITO)

Nov 2011 - Mar 2012 (4 months)

Responsible for the maintenance and servicing of IT equipment used in vehicle testing. Ensured optimal performance and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues.

IT Equipment Maintenance Technical Support

System Support, Network/Technical Engineer

Infosource Solutions Ghana Ltd.

Jan 2008 - Oct 2011 (3 years 9 months)

Effectively implemented software for clients and provided support onsite and remotely across Ghana. Key tasks involved installation and configuration of Application/Database Servers (IIS, MSSQL, MySQL) and training of client employees on system usage.

Network Engineering Software Implementation Server Configuration (IIS MSSQL MySQL Training Clients

Personnel Assistant/IT Officer

Effiduase District Assembly

Jan 2006 - Dec 2007 (1 year 11 months)

Served as a Personnel Assistant and IT Officer during National Service. Assisted with personnel management tasks and provided IT support for the district assembly.

Personnel Management IT Support Administrative Support Data Entry Office Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

GIMPA

BSc, Computer Science

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science at GIMPA. The program provided a strong foundation in computer science principles and practices.

Certified Learning Solutions Ghana Ltd

Certified Information Systems Auditor, Information Systems Auditing

Obtained certification as a Certified Information Systems Auditor through Certified Learning Solutions Ghana Ltd. This certification enhanced expertise in information systems auditing.

IPMC

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Systems Engineering and Networking

Achieved Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and Networking+ certifications from IPMC. This training focused on system engineering and networking fundamentals.

Newman Int. Prep. Sch. & Megacom Limited

Certificate, Computer Hardware and Software Programmes

Completed a certificate program in Computer Hardware and Software Programmes at Newman Int. Prep. Sch. & Megacom Limited. This program provided foundational knowledge in computer systems.

Koforidua Secondary Technical School

SSSCE Certificate, General Studies

Obtained an SSSCE Certificate from Koforidua Secondary Technical School. This certificate signifies completion of secondary education.

Accra Polytechnic

High National Diploma, Mechanical Engineering - Plant Option

Earned a High National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with a Plant Option from Accra Polytechnic. The curriculum covered various aspects of mechanical engineering.