I’m seeking a role where I can build scalable SaaS platforms, design modern APIs, and lead teams in delivering high-performance solutions. I value innovation, mentorship, and collaboration, with a focus on impactful projects in fintech, education, or e-commerce using Laravel, Vue.js, React.js, and cloud-native systems.
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Ridwan Oladapo
@ridwanoladapo
Senior Full-Stack Developer with 9+ years building scalable SaaS, APIs, and web apps using Laravel, Vue.js, React.js, and cloud tools.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Senior Full-Stack Developer with over nine years of experience designing and delivering end-to-end web solutions. My career spans building scalable Laravel applications, architecting modular systems, and integrating secure payment gateways such as Paystack, Stripe, and PayPal. I specialize in combining deep backend expertise with strong front-end proficiency in Vue.js and React.js to create performant, maintainable platforms.
At Genuine ICT Academy, I led the development of multi-tenant SaaS platforms like Edulearnr, a school management system with MySQL and Laravel architecture, and PQstack, a university SaaS showcased at the EAUED Tech Community. My work consistently improves system performance, reduces API response times, and accelerates feature delivery through strategic use of design patterns and modern DevOps practices.
Beyond technical delivery, I mentor junior developers, collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile environments, and actively contribute to the tech community through presentations and knowledge sharing. My interests lie in building scalable SaaS products, advancing API-driven ecosystems, and exploring emerging technologies in cloud computing and modular architectures.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
GA
Current
Senior Full-Stack Laravel Developer
Genuine ICT Academy
Feb 2023 - Present (3 years 3 months)
Led end-to-end development of scalable, modular Laravel applications for thousands of concurrent users, managing architecture, implementation, and production deployments. Architected RESTful APIs for Vue.js/React.js SPAs, cutting average API response time by 40% via query optimisation and Redis caching, and integrated Paystack, Stripe, and PayPal with webhook-driven reconciliation while building a multi-tenant school management system.
GA
Full-Stack Developer
Genuine ICT Academy
Jan 2016 - Feb 2022 (6 years 1 month)
Delivered 20+ client web applications across e-commerce, school management, and corporate portals using PHP, Laravel, MySQL, and JavaScript/jQuery. Built an Online Examination System with multiple question types and timed auto-submit plus analytics, and improved production performance by optimizing relational database schemas and queries for high traffic.
GA
Software Developer Intern
Genuine ICT Academy
Nov 2015 - Feb 2016 (3 months)
Contributed to client projects using PHP and MySQL, supporting testing, debugging, and deployment pipelines under senior developer mentorship.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
EE
Emmanuel Alayande University of Education
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2025 - 2028
Pursuing a B.Sc. in Computer Science at Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo, with expected graduation in March 2028.
Udacity
Nanodegree — Full-Stack Developer, Full-Stack Developer
2022 -
Completed a Udacity Nanodegree in Full-Stack Developer from July to October 2022.
Availability
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Location
NigeriaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
60k-100k USD
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