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Stephen Braimah

@stephenbraimah

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Experienced Software Engineer with a passion for System Design and Architecture.

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

Looking for a challenging role that leverages my technical expertise and passion for System Design and Architecture, with opportunities for growth and collaboration.

As a seasoned Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience, I have developed a strong expertise in backend development using Java and the Spring Framework. My professional journey has taken me through various industries, including fintech and messaging, where I have successfully designed and implemented scalable solutions. With a special interest in System Design and Architecture, I thrive in environments that require innovative problem-solving and collaboration.

Throughout my career, I have worked with esteemed companies such as Andela, Arqaam, and Dreamoval Ltd, where I have taken on various roles, including Senior Software Engineer and Software Engineer. My experience has equipped me with a unique understanding of the importance of efficient software development and the ability to coach and supervise technical development.

In addition to my technical skills, I am a writer and have contributed to reputable platforms such as Baeldung. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and expertise with others and continuously seeking opportunities to grow and learn.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Software Engineer

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Change Machine

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Worked on a Chatbot that integrates Amazon Lex bot, Amazon Lambda, and Salesforce. Maintained and developed features for financial coaching applications hosted on Salesforce.

Java Spring Framework Amazon Lex Lambda Salesforce

Software Engineer

Arqaam

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)

Maintained and developed for LogframeLabs, an Open Source Project that allows NGOs and community-based organisations to match their project ideas with the most relevant metrics for tracking their success.

Java Spring Framework

Senior Software Engineer

Pluralsight Flow

Aug 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 5 months)

Supported the development of an in-house Automated Integration Testing framework. Developed entities and models required for new features.

Java Spring Framework Integration Testing

Senior Software Engineer

Dreamoval Ltd

Jan 2016 - Aug 2019 (3 years 7 months)

Coached, appraised and supervised the technical development of engineers. Developed, and supported the core backend of Slydepay, an omnichannel payments platform and online wallet.

Java Spring Framework Microservice Architecture Payments

Software Engineer

Dreamoval Ltd

Jan 2012 - Jan 2016 (4 years)

Implemented the backend (Java, Spring MVC) and binding to the frontend (HTML5, CSS, bootstrap, javascript) for myTXTbuddy, an enterprise messaging web application.

Java Spring MVC HTML5 CSS Bootstrap JavaScript