James Okafor - Lead Front-End Developer - Sahel AI | Himalayas
James OkaforJO
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James Okafor

@jamesokafor

Passionate front-end developer with over 7 years of experience.

Nigeria

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

I am a front-end developer with over 7 years of experience in creating and maintaining user-friendly web applications, particularly in the fields of cross-border payments and currency risk management. My journey has been driven by a commitment to leveraging technology to empower individuals and businesses. I continuously seek to acquire new skills to enhance my performance and deliver exceptional results.

In my recent role as Lead Front-End Developer at Sahel AI, I designed and implemented UI/UX layouts that improved user retention and satisfaction by 25%. My collaboration with backend developers has significantly reduced integration errors and optimized frontend performance, achieving faster load times and increased page interaction rates. I take pride in my ability to evaluate and apply development technologies effectively, which has led to a notable reduction in bugs and errors during testing.

Throughout my career, I have consistently focused on enhancing user engagement through intuitive design and efficient state management techniques. My experience spans various roles, where I have contributed to Agile methodologies and delivered high-quality software on time. I am passionate about creating engaging user interfaces and am always looking for opportunities to innovate and improve user experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Sahel AI logoSA

Lead Front-End Developer

Sahel AI

Sep 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 3 months)

Designed and implemented UI/UX layouts, improving user retention and satisfaction by 25% through enhanced navigation and design. Collaborated with backend developers to define API requirements, reducing integration errors by 40% and ensuring seamless data flow.

MS

Front-End Developer

Mev Suite

May 2018 - Jun 2020 (2 years 1 month)

Delivered engaging and intuitive user interfaces, improving usability and increasing user engagement by 25%. Optimised state management using Redux and improved component performance for dynamic, responsive UI.

SI

Front-End Developer

SideHustl.ng

Aug 2017 - Dec 2017 (4 months)

Reduced page load times by 15% by refining the tech stack and optimising design. Ensured seamless cross-browser compatibility, reducing usability issues by 30%.

GI

Web Design & Development Intern

GD8 Digital Innovation

Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)

Assisted in developing and implementing web platforms, focusing on UI/UX design and functionality, contributing to a 20% improvement in user engagement. Conducted assessments of development technologies, ensuring 95% accuracy and reducing debugging time by 15%.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UA

University of Nnamdi Azikiwe

Bachelor of Science, Geology

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree focusing on Geology. The curriculum provided a comprehensive understanding of earth sciences.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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