Ekunola Paul Oluwapelumi

Ekunola Paul Oluwapelumi

Senior Frontend Engineer
Lagos, Nigeria.

About

Senior Frontend Engineer with 5+ years of experience, specializing in React, Next.js, and TypeScript, complemented by robust Node.js/Express/MongoDB backend skills. Proven track record in delivering scalable, user-centric web applications across fintech, healthtech, and edtech, consistently driving measurable improvements in performance, user experience, and business value. Adept at leveraging modern engineering practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, and cloud platforms, to translate complex requirements into high-quality solutions. EU BlueCard eligible, I bring a senior mindset to problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring, committed to building impactful products.

Education

OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY
Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria

B.Eng

Computer Engineering

ALTSCHOOL AFRICA
Austin, Texas, United States of America

Diploma

Software Engineering

Work

GoNomad
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Frontend Engineer

Remote, United States, US

Full Time

Summary

As a Frontend Engineer at GoNomad, I architect, develop, and optimize scalable web applications, driving significant improvements in performance, user adoption, and development efficiency.

Highlights

Architected and optimized critical React/Next.js modules using TypeScript, achieving a 35% reduction in page load times and significantly boosting Lighthouse/Core Web Vitals scores.

Led end-to-end development of core features, including business incorporation, payment links, and invoicing, resulting in adoption by over 10,000 businesses and a 40% increase in user adoption within 6 months.

Engineered and implemented robust CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, which decreased deployment times by 50% and reduced production rollbacks by 20%.

Developed and integrated comprehensive automated testing suites using Jest, React Testing Library, and Cypress, enhancing release stability and reducing defect detection rates by 30%.

Collaborated cross-functionally with designers and business stakeholders to align technical solutions with strategic business objectives, ensuring cohesive product delivery.

Government of Abia State
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Software Engineer

Abia State, Abia State, Nigeria

Summary

As a Software Engineer for the Government of Abia State, I led the development and deployment of secure, high-impact government systems, enhancing public service delivery and data integrity.

Highlights

Spearheaded the design, development, and deployment of two critical government-grade systems—the Civil Servant Promotional Examination System and Nominal Roll platform—serving thousands of users.

Developed secure RESTful APIs utilizing Node.js/Express and MongoDB, integrating JWT-based authentication and validation protocols to protect sensitive citizen data.

Served as the primary technical liaison for government stakeholders, effectively translating complex policy requirements into production-ready software solutions, thereby enhancing transparency and operational efficiency.

Executed comprehensive performance tuning and rigorous code reviews, reducing system latency by 25% and significantly improving long-term system maintainability.

Tongston Group
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Frontend Developer | IT Graduate Officer

Remote, Abuja, Nigeria

Summary

As a Frontend Developer at Tongston Group, I developed dynamic user interfaces and optimized application performance, enhancing user experience and maintaining high system availability.

Highlights

Designed and developed dynamic user interfaces using React.js and Next.js, significantly improving user accessibility and reducing bounce rates by 20%.

Optimized application performance through strategic refactoring and advanced caching, ensuring robust cross-browser responsiveness and mobile compatibility.

Managed IT operations, including deployments, infrastructure security, and system monitoring, which contributed to achieving over 99% system uptime.

Led critical code review initiatives, establishing best practices and elevating overall code quality for the frontend development team.

ScholarshipIQ
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Frontend Engineer

Hybrid, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

As a Frontend Engineer at ScholarshipIQ, I built intuitive, high-performance interfaces and conducted rigorous testing to ensure a seamless and reliable user experience.

Highlights

Developed intuitive and highly responsive user interfaces, significantly enhancing overall usability and accessibility for the platform.

Optimized application performance by improving loading times and ensuring exceptional responsiveness, delivering a seamless user experience.

Executed comprehensive unit and integration tests, ensuring high codebase reliability and stability for critical application features.

DevAngles Infotech
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Software Engineer

Remote, India, India

Summary

As a Software Engineer at DevAngles Infotech, I developed React components, integrated APIs, and deployed scalable applications on cloud platforms.

Highlights

Developed and integrated React components with REST APIs, facilitating seamless and efficient data exchange across applications.

Implemented robust Firebase solutions for authentication, data storage, and hosting, ensuring secure and scalable React applications.

Successfully deployed applications on Google Cloud Platform, enhancing system scalability and optimizing application speed for improved user access.

Bincom Dev Center
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Mobile App Developer

Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

As a Mobile App Developer at Bincom Dev Center, I developed and optimized hybrid mobile applications, driving user retention and enhancing performance across diverse devices.

Highlights

Developed and maintained high-performance hybrid mobile applications using Angular/Ionic, leading to a 15% improvement in user retention.

Optimized critical API calls and implemented effective caching strategies, significantly enhancing application performance on low-end devices.

Created comprehensive documentation for engineering processes, which streamlined knowledge transfer and improved team efficiency.

Languages

English

Native

German

Basic

Certificates

Software Development Certificate

Issued By

AltSchool Africa

Jobberman Soft Skills Certificate

Issued By

Jobberman

FreeCodeCamp Responsive Web Design

Issued By

FreeCodeCamp

Skills

Frontend Development

HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React, Next.js, Redux, Tailwind CSS, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience (UX) Design, Cross-browser Compatibility, Mobile Responsiveness.

Backend Development

Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, RESTful APIs, JWT Authentication, Data Security, API Integration.

Testing & Quality Assurance

Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Automated Testing, Defect Detection.

Cloud & DevOps

Firebase, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), CI/CD Pipelines, GitHub Actions, Deployment, Infrastructure Security, System Monitoring, Scalability.

Methodologies & Practices

Agile, Scrum, Code Review, Performance Optimization, State Management, System Design, Problem Solving, Technical Liaison, Knowledge Transfer.

Professional Skills

Communication, Teamwork, Time Management, Leadership, Mentoring, Cross-functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Prioritization.

References

Emma Felsenstein – Co-Managing Director, Imagine Foundation e.V.

Paul Ekunola is an outstanding Frontend Engineer who ranked in the top 10% of our selective program. His technical skills are on par with peers in Germany, his communication is excellent, and he shows strong maturity and work ethic. I highly recommend him for any technical role in Europe.