Matthias Ikehi
@matthiasikehi
I build scalable web applications and optimize production APIs, databases, and backend systems.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I've built and maintained production Django REST APIs at Vibes Meet, improving ORM queries and indexing to reduce database load by approximately 30%.
Across SaaS, fintech, and client projects, I use Python, Django, React, Node.js, and JavaScript to turn complex requirements into reliable software. I also bring product-management experience connecting technical decisions to user and business needs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Worked as Full Stack Engineer at DycoVue.
Worked as Senior Software Engineer at Joble.
Responsible for building and maintaining Django REST APIs powering production features. Focused on backend performance optimization, database efficiency, and system stability. Improved query performance through ORM refactoring and proper indexing, reducing database load by approximately 30 percent. Investigated and resolved recurring production API issues and strengthened data validation to preven
Worked on backend performance improvements across internal SaaS platforms. Reduced average API response time by profiling slow endpoints and optimizing inefficient queries. Provided production support, resolved user-facing bugs, assisted with deployments, and automated repetitive operational processes to improve efficiency.
Contributed to frontend development using React and Tailwind CSS while supporting Django backend feature implementation. Integrated REST APIs and managed PostgreSQL data models for application features. Participated in structured code reviews and followed best practices for clean and maintainable code.
Supported product development for fintech solutions by translating business requirements into actionable feature specifications. Conducted competitive research to identify improvement opportunities and contributed to wireframing and sprint planning activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science
2020 - 2025
Bincom Dev Center
Introduction to Programming Using Python
Issued Aug 2023
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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