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Godwin Odenigbo

@godwinodenigbo

Passionate software engineer with expertise in backend and blockchain development. I am a Certified AWS Solutions Architect

Nigeria
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, encourages collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth in cutting-edge technology.

Passionate, innovative, and impact-oriented Senior Software Engineer and Solutions Architect with more than 6 years of experience developing innovative fullstack applications, cloud infrastructures, and blockchain technology implementations used by millions of users around the world. Recognised as a technical leader at Sky Media UK for my role in designing and implementing critical system architectures serving 40+ million users and also subsequently implementing AWS, Node.js, machine learning based platform wide upgrades and Cloud based system wide upgrades. Exceptional in problem-solving and designing sophisticated, high-performance systems, coaching, and guiding teams, and advancing the digital technology industry. Committed to designing and developing systems and services that create global impact. I am a Certified AWS Solutions Architect.

Backend Development & Programming:
Node.js, TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), Python, Express.js, NestJS, FastAPI, Shell scripting

Cloud & DevOps:
AWS (Lambda, Serverless Framework, SQS, Kinesis, EC2, API Gateway, EventBridge, SNS, DynamoDB, CDK, CloudFormation), Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins), Linux

Databases & Storage:
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis, NoSQL

System Design & Architecture:
Distributed Systems, Microservices, Event-driven Architecture, Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures & Algorithms, Problem Solving

Messaging & Streaming:
Kafka, RabbitMQ, BullMQ

Frontend & Web3:
React.js, Ethers.js, Web3.js, HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap

Testing & Quality Assurance:
Unit Testing, Jest, Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Collaboration & Leadership:
Agile/Scrum, Git & Version Control, Team Management, Leadership

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Founding Software Engineer

Digitpay

Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Spearheaded the design and development of Digitpay’s backend infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and
seamless integration with fiat banking systems for crypto-to-fiat transactions.
Designed and implemented APIs facilitating secure crypto-to-fiat conversions and streamlined transfers to traditional bank accounts with over $100,000 already transacted.

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Software Engineer

Sky Media UK

Sep 2022 - Sep 2024 (2 years)

Led the development and migration of Crossdriver, an internal automation tool for device testing, migrating to a scalable
AWS infrastructure and handling 2 million requests per day with 99.999% uptime.
Reduced manual testing efforts with Crosstalk, improving software release efficiency and ensuring flawless playback for
high-profile events like Peacock Wildcard event with 30 million viewers live.

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Current

Backend Engineer & Community Leader

Anambra Techies

May 2022 - Present (3 years 7 months)

Designed and developed scalable web applications, including the official website and talent platform, using AWS and
Node.js.
Organized and hosted over 20 tech events, mentorship sessions, and boot camps, impacting over 1,000 community
members.
Mentored community members on backend development and career navigation, contributing to their successful
transitions into tech roles

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Backend Developer

Blocverse

Aug 2019 - Jul 2021 (1 year 11 months)

Spearheaded the design and development of the backend for TixHive, a groundbreaking NFT-based ticketing platform,
enabling event organizers to tokenize and sell tickets as NFTs on the blockchain.
Architected scalable APIs and a robust web3 service for seamless interaction with the blockchain, supporting over 50,000
ticket sales and generating over 150 million Naira in revenue.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Middlesex University London

Bachelor of Science, Information Technology

2021 - 2022

Grade: 3.7

Graduated with First Class Honors
Graduated with a 3.7/4.0 GPA

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Aptech Computer Education.

Advanced Diploma, Software Engineering

2017 - 2019

Grade: distinction

Graduated with Distinction.
Cerificate for participating in Techwiz, Aptech students global competition.

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