Jimmah Abah
Graduate Embedded Software/Systems Engineer
Swansea
Summary
Motivated student completing Electronic and Electrical Engineering degree with First Class Honours track record. Experienced in software engineering, embedded systems, IoT, and AI/ML environments. Supports team administrative, project coordination, design and programming needs. Fluent in C, C++, Python, MicroPython, HTML, and JavaScript. School projects included building an AI-powered website for charities to scan online threats, utilising NLP, Sentiment Analysis, and Predictive Analytics. Led award-winning Micro Mouse Project team, demonstrating strong leadership and project management skills. Gained practical knowledge through virtual experience programmes with Electronic Arts, J.P. Morgan, and Lyft, contributing to real-world projects in software development, backend engineering, and system optimisation. Eager to apply technical abilities and passion for innovation in software engineering, embedded systems, IoT, and AI/ML roles.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Electronic Arts Software Engineering Virtual Experience Program
Forage
2 2024
- Proposed a new feature for the Sims 4 and developed a Feature Proposal
- Built a class diagram and created C++ header files
- Patched a bugfix and optimised the Sims 4 codebase with improved data structures.
J.P. Morgan Software Engineering Virtual Experience
Forage
02.2024
- Set up a local development environment and fixed 5 critical repository issues
- Utilised Perspective library to generate a live graph for traders.
Lyft Back-End Engineering Job Simulation
Forage
02.2024
- Refactored 2000 lines of code for the Lyft Rentals team, improving readability by 40%
- Drafted a UML class diagram and implemented 50 unit tests, increasing code coverage by 30%
- Added new functionality using test-driven development.
Final Year Project: AI for Charities
Swansea University
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed a website to help charities scan for online threats using AI tools
- Implemented NLP, Sentiment Analysis, Social Media Monitoring, and Predictive Analytics improving threat detection accuracy by 30% using advanced AI algorithms.
Chef
The Lighthouse Restaurant
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Directed the preparation of high-quality dishes ensuring culinary excellence
- Managed ingredients and ensured kitchen safety standards
- Oversaw deliveries and reduced food waste by 20% through efficient stock management.
Education
B.Eng. Electronic/Electrical Engineering -
Swansea University
Swansea, Wales 09.2020 - 05.2024
GCE A Levels - undefined
JSAY Pre-varsity
Ibadan, Nigeria 10.2018 - 05.2020
WASSCE - undefined
Topfaith International Secondary School
Uyo, Nigeria 09.2013 - 05.2016
Skills
Programming: C, C, Python, MicroPython, JavaScript, HTML, Arduino, Raspberry Pi Pico
Simulation Software: MATLAB, LT Spice, LogixPro500, Multisim, Unity
Software Development: Code analysis, readability, feature design, data structures, OOD, OOP, game-engine technology, Back-end frameworks (Django, SpringBoot)
Practical Skills: Software architecture, UML diagrams, refactoring, unit testing, TDD, PCB design and testing, circuit analysis and design, Digital design and simulation
Interpersonal skills:
Certification
Electoral Official Polling Station overseeing 500 voters, INEC Nigeria
References
Available upon request
Timeline
J.P. Morgan Software Engineering Virtual Experience
Forage
02.2024
Lyft Back-End Engineering Job Simulation
Forage
02.2024
Final Year Project: AI for Charities
Swansea University
09.2023 - 06.2024
Chef
The Lighthouse Restaurant
02.2023 - 08.2023
B.Eng. Electronic/Electrical Engineering -
Swansea University
09.2020 - 05.2024
GCE A Levels - undefined
JSAY Pre-varsity
10.2018 - 05.2020
WASSCE - undefined
Topfaith International Secondary School
09.2013 - 05.2016
Electronic Arts Software Engineering Virtual Experience Program
Forage
2 2024
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