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Obafunmilola Odumeru

@obafunmilolaodumeru

Backend engineer building AI-integrated platforms and secure financial services at Sterling Bank Plc and through independent projects.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I’m eager to apply my skills within UNDP’s Digital, AI and Innovation Hub, supporting systems transformation, inclusive digitalization, and evidence-based development initiatives across developing economies.

At Sterling Bank Plc, I designed and maintained backend integration systems for digital financial services, and built microservices connecting fintech infrastructure with external platforms. I also contributed to USSD banking services for people using feature phones or with limited internet access.

As a freelance backend engineer, I’ve delivered REST APIs, e-commerce platforms, and data-driven systems for Nigerian clients. I’ve used PHP/Laravel and C#/.NET, and integrated Paystack to support digital commerce.

I built Company Intelligence, an AI-powered knowledge management platform that retrieves institutional information from Google Drive, Slack, and Microsoft Teams, with cited answers. I also built ExamEdge Pro, a multi-tenant assessment platform with analytics, and RegAPI, a secure registration gateway integrating external data APIs.

As Operations Lead for Google Developer Group (GDG), Babcock University, I lead digital capacity-building initiatives and connect student developers with industry opportunities. I’m a final-year Software Engineering student at Babcock University, and I produce developer-focused technical content to support digital literacy.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance Backend Engineer

Current

Self-Employed

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Designed and delivered digital products for Nigerian clients, including RESTful APIs, e-commerce platforms, and data-driven systems. Built scalable systems using PHP/Laravel, C# (.NET), MySQL, and PostgreSQL, integrating payment infrastructure.

PHP Laravel C#.NET MySQL PostgreSQL REST APIs Paystack Ecommerce

Current

Technical Writer

Current

Remote

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Produce developer-focused technical content that builds digital literacy and supports capacity-building for engineering communities. Translate complex technical concepts into accessible knowledge resources for global developer audiences.

Technical Writer Developer Documentation AI Integration backend architecture API Design

Current

Operations Lead

Current

Google Developer Group (GDG), Babcock University

Lead digital capacity-building initiatives for a student developer community, designing and executing programmes that advance digital literacy and professional readiness. Drive industry partnerships and represent the chapter at national events.

Community Leadership Capacity Building Event Management Partnership Development Program Design

Executive Assistant | Digital Transformation Specialist

Unknown

Feb 2026 - Jul 2026 (5 months)

Supported strategic digital transformation initiatives, coordinating between technical specialists, executives, and external stakeholders. Prepared digital strategy documents, policy briefs, and research summaries on emerging technology trends.

Digital Transformation Strategic Coordination Policy Briefs Research Technical Communication

Backend Engineer — Integration & Partnerships

Sterling Bank Plc

Jan 2026 - Jul 2026 (6 months)

Designed and maintained backend integration systems for digital financial services, focusing on secure, scalable third-party API connectivity. Built microservices for cross-sector partnerships in a regulated environment.

API governance Data Security Enterprise Architecture Microservices Backend Integrations Compliance

Backend Engineer Intern — USSD Team

Sterling Bank Plc

Jun 2025 - Aug 2025 (2 months)

Worked within the USSD engineering team developing digital financial services for feature phone users, expanding banking access to underserved populations. Contributed to building and testing USSD session flows for account enquiry, transfers, and bill payments.

USSD Financial Inclusion Digital Financial Services Testing Session Flows

Project Manager, Development Team

Babcock University Computer Club (BUCC)

Led a team of student software engineers, assigning tasks, tracking progress, and mentoring junior developers. Facilitated stand-ups, code reviews, and collaborative problem-solving to ensure delivery of community-benefit tech projects.

Project Management Team Leadership Mentorship Agile Code Review

Campus Ambassador

Cowrywise Financial Literacy Programme

Promoted financial literacy tools, digital savings, and investment culture among students. Organised awareness campaigns and activation events connecting students to digital financial services.

Financial Literacy Digital Savings Event Organisation Awareness Campaigns

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Babcock University

Bachelor of Science, Software Engineering

Activities and societies: Operations Lead at Google Developer Group, Project Manager at Babcock University Computer Club, Campus Ambassador for Cowrywise Financial Literacy Programme.

Final year student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, expected to graduate in 2027.