Ayokunle Olowoniwa
Senior Software Engineer
Summary
Experienced senior .NET developer with a strong knowledge of cybersecurity, evidenced by a Cisco CyberOps certification. Demonstrated expertise in developing critical software solutions for notable companies like Zoopla, Udacity and Capricorn Digital. Skilled in various technologies, with a track record of innovative projects. Recognized for industry contributions as a speaker at international tech conferences, blending technical proficiency with strategic insights.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior Software Engineer
Zoopla
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced Hometrack's property risk analysis software, improving the accuracy and efficiency of automated property valuations.
- Upgraded housing intelligence tools, aiding in informed decision-making for housebuilders and developers.
- Optimized systems for lenders and brokers, streamlining property valuation and risk assessment processes.
Senior .NET Developer
Rewards4Group
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Key role in integrating with Ticketmaster, driving a 25% revenue increase.
- Strengthened platform security for handling sensitive financial data.
- Enhanced user engagement and platform performance, balancing user and partner needs.
Session Lead (Fullstack Software Developer)
Udacity, Inc
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Increased graduate developer rate by 25% through effective educational sessions.
- Conducted additional JavaScript sessions, boosting junior developers' skills.
- Enhanced codebase quality and productivity through diligent code reviews.
Co-Founder / Tech Lead
Zoomba Digital Limited
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Led Zoomba 2.0 platform development, scaling transactions by over 50%.
- Developed ZPay fintech API, contributing to financial technology capabilities.
- Managed engineering team, ensuring project success and strategic alignment.
Lead Engineer (Credit Team)
Capricorn Digital Limited
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Developed Post-Paid-Service platform, increasing revenue growth by 9%.
- Led the creation of a microlending platform, showcasing innovative leadership.
- Mentored engineers, enhancing technical skills and team performance
Software Engineer / Assistant Team Lead (Switching and Gateway)
eTranzact International Plc
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Developed a platform for efficient ISO to SOAP request conversion.
- Optimized web connect card payment platform, enhancing processing speed.
- Reinforced SwitchIT API security, increasing platform reliability.
Software Engineer
Cyberspace Network Limited
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed key fintech features, including Zenith Bank's Xplore API.
- Optimized booking platform, solving concurrency issues and boosting sales.
- Showcased expertise in developing and maintaining fintech solutions.
Software Engineer
Techmonks Limited
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Developed and maintained the briefessentials.com eCommerce website.
- Resolved Magento 2.0 delivery bug, improving system reliability.
- Employed PHP, C#, and ASP.NET in diverse development tasks.
Education
B.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering -
University of Ilorin
Kwara, Nigeria 09.2011 - 05.2016
Skills
C#undefined
Certification
Cisco CyberOps (CCNA)
Tech Conferences
- Wordpress Wordcamp Ife 2019
- Google DevFest Ibadan 2019
- Droidcon, Italy 2020
- Droidcon EMEA, Berlin 2020
- BuildStuffs Conference, Lithuania 2020
- Scottish Summit 2021
- Update Conference, Prague 2021
- CloudBrew 2023
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
Zoopla
03.2023 - Current
Senior .NET Developer
Rewards4Group
10.2022 - 03.2023
Session Lead (Fullstack Software Developer)
Udacity, Inc
01.2022 - 12.2022
Lead Engineer (Credit Team)
Capricorn Digital Limited
06.2021 - 10.2022
Co-Founder / Tech Lead
Zoomba Digital Limited
01.2020 - 10.2022
Software Engineer / Assistant Team Lead (Switching and Gateway)
eTranzact International Plc
07.2019 - 07.2021
Software Engineer
Cyberspace Network Limited
01.2018 - 07.2019
Software Engineer
Techmonks Limited
01.2017 - 12.2017
B.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering -
University of Ilorin
09.2011 - 05.2016