Chidiebere I. Nnadi
17, Ayinde Sanni Street, Magodo GRA, Lagos, Nigeria | - |-
Summary
Hybrid Developer/UX Designer with over 4 years experience writing production software for startup companies and freelancing
for small and medium-sized organisations. Skills include product architecture, product design, leading teams as well as training
world-class developers. Deeply analytical with extremely good communication skills.
Education
B.Eng Electrical/Electronics Engineering (2:1)
2012
Covenant University
Technical Expertise
Programming Languages
Javascript (+NodeJS), Python, PHP, Java
Frameworks, Tools and Databases
Flask, Django, CodeIgniter, AngularJS, VueJS, Firebase, MongoDB, Postgres, MySQL,
RethinkDB
Work Experience
Software Engineer (Freelance)
Gigster
Sept 2016 - Present
• A member of the prestigious network of top 1% software developers all around the world
• Backend Engineering using NodeJS and MongoDB
Sr. Technical Trainer
Aug. 2014 - Sept 2016
Andela
• Managed multiple training staff who reported directly to me.
• Served as Technical Team Lead for Python teams across Lagos and Nairobi working on internal simulation projects.
• Worked with my teams using the core Python web technology available while also adhering to SE best practices - Strict TDD, CI
and Agile.
• Ensured teams were building top quality product while managing their performance.
• Developed curricula for our Python stack and Bootcamp program, our facilitator hiring process and made significant
contribution to our simulation program overall.
• Facilitated Bootcamps in Lagos (was the first trainer employed at Andela).
• Served dually as Technical Team Lead and Product Manager for a client based in LA who was building tools for Filmmakers.
Application was built using multiple technologies including NodeJS, RethinkDB, Firebase, Angular, Twilio API and Amazon AWS.
Lead Application Developer
Oct. 2013 - Aug 2014
WildFusions
• Worked with a team that spanned 3 african countries (Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya).
• Built web apps and mobile solutions for digital campaigns using mostly Facebook API, PHP/CI and Wordpress.
• Built USSD, SMS and Mobile Voice based apps for campaigns using Nexmo and Twilio APIs.
• Worked with a myriad of CMS solutions.
• Offered required technical support for digital campaigns for our clients.
• Ran UAT for sites built for our clients.
Sr. UX Designer
Simer.ng
• Worked as UX Designer. Developed the initial prototypes, logo and creative direction for the application.
• Built out IA for the application and Front-end architecture using jQuery and CSS.
• Built out a number of core modules for the app using PHP/CI.
• Interacted with Public REST APIs using PHP.
Jul. 2012 - Oct. 2013
Selected Publications
The Internet of Things is upon us (AppsAfrica)
Calling on innovators to start looking into the possibilities available with the Internet of Things
Build a Simple File Storage service using RethinkDB, Flask and VueJS (Pluralsight)
A brief introduction to the possibilities of using RethinkDB to support application backend
Development of a Software Solution for Solar-PV Power Systems Sizing and Monitoring (IJRER)
A study on building an application for Solar-PV system sizing and installation monitoring
Selected Projects
See afropolymath on Github for more
SideTime (Product Manager/Technical Lead at Andela)
An application built to aid Filmmakers connect for support and mentorship
Knorr Nigeria Website (Technical Lead at WildFusions)
Website for one of the largest seasoning brands in Nigeria
Closeup Nigeria Website (Technical Lead at WildFusions)
Website for one of the largest toothpaste brands in Nigeria
Certifications
Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE6 Programmer
Nov 2013
