CHIDOZIE MANAGWU
- |-https://www.linkedin.com/in/chidozie-managwu/ | https://github.com/chidoziemanagwu
PROFILE
Award-winning digital technology expert and thought leader, recognised globally for
contributions to cybersecurity, machine learning, AI, and safety technology. Recipient of
prestigious awards, including the Global Tech Hero from the Connected Awards, for
excellence in technology, innovation, and leadership. Proven track record in leading product
development, mentoring aspiring technologists, and contributing to impactful open-source
projects. Adept at driving digital transformation through innovation, research, and community
development.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Global Tech Hero - Connected Award Recipient: Recognized for technical
innovation, leadership, and problem-solving. Featured in Vanguard for international
impact.
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Senior Full Stack Engineer & Product Lead - Zettaworks Technologies: Led
Qomuniti platform development, achieving 1000+ registered users, 30% mobile app
retention rate and 100+ mobile app downloads.
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Certified Assessor - OpenClassrooms: Evaluated over 100 projects globally,
contributing to 21+ successful certifications.
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SIIR-Lab (Texas A&M University): Key machine learning engineer in the ErgoVision
research project, advancing occupational safety with real-time posture monitoring.
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Academic Publications: Authored internationally peer-reviewed journal articles on
cybersecurity, object detection, and AI-driven health.
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Articles on Top Blogs: Published articles on high-ranking top technology op-ed
platforms; HackerNoon, Dev.to, and Hashnode, with over 2,000+ reads.
EDUCATION
MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics
University of Bradford, UK | 2021 - 2022
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Graduated with Distinction | Coursework includes Applied Machine Learning, Big
Data Strategy, and Responsible AI.
MSc Computer Science
Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria | 2018 - 2020
BSc Computer Science
Renaissance University, Enugu, Nigeria | 2011 - 2015
EXPERIENCE
Software Developer - Incommunities LTD
June 2023 - Present
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Participated in a 2-year programme to enhance business services, focusing on
professional development and mentoring.
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Developed and maintained software solutions to integrate third-party applications and
support data warehousing, servicing over 30,000 customers.
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Collaborated with UI/UX designers to enhance in-house systems, ensuring usability,
accessibility and responsiveness.
Senior Full Stack Engineer (Team Lead) - Zettaworks Technologies
November 2020 - Present
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Spearheaded the end-to-end development of Qomuniti, a platform for estate safety
and community engagement. Achieved 1000+ registered users, 30% mobile app
retention rate and 100+ mobile app downloads.
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Developed critical features such as the Panic Button and e-wallet system, ensuring
user safety and convenience.
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Managed a cross-functional development team, promoting agile best practices and
security standards.
Machine Learning Engineer (Extern) - SIIR-Lab, Texas A&M University
June 2019 - Present
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Developed the ErgoVision project, focusing on real-time posture monitoring for safety
enhancements.
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Created features for data processing and 3D modeling, pushing the boundaries of
occupational health.
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Co-authored research papers, including a study on plastic bottle isolation using the
COCO-SSD model, published in the British Journal of Computer Networking and
Information Technology.
Certified Assessor - OpenClassrooms
December 2023 - June 2024
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Evaluated and assessed projects within the Web Development track, maintaining
high industry standards.
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Provided structured feedback to students, significantly enhancing their technical skills
and employability.
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Conducted assessments that contributed to the successful certification of 21 students
globally.
Web Development Mentor & Assessor - Games Consort Program
June 2022 – April 2024
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Mentored 36 students in Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI, guiding them
through coursework and projects.
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Conducted live training sessions on Google Classroom and YouTube, providing
educational resources and fostering community growth.
AWARDS
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Global Tech Hero - Connected Awards (2024): Awarded for technical innovation,
community engagement, and mentoring excellence.
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International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research (IJSER): Certificate of
Acceptance for paper on "Cyber Security Challenges in the Hospitality Industry"
(2020).
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SIIR-Lab Contribution: Named a key contributor to open-source projects at Texas
A&M University.
INTERNAITONAL PUBLICAITIONS
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"Face Mask Detection Application and Dataset" - Journal of Computer Science
and Its Applications (JCSIA), 2020.
https://www.ajol.info/index.php/jcsia/article/view/205402
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"Random Forest Regression Model for Estimation of Neonatal Levels in
Nigeria" - SSRG International Journal of Computer Science and Engineering
(IJCSE), 2020. https://www.internationaljournalssrg.org/IJCSE/paper-details?Id=412
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"Browser-Based Object Detection System for Isolating Plastic Bottles using
COCO-SSD Model" - British Journal of Computer Networking and Information
Technology, 2024.
https://abjournals.org/bjcnit/papers/volume-7/issue-4/browser-based-object-detection
-system-for-isolating-plastic-bottles-using-the-coco-ssd-model/
OPEN SOURCE CONTRIBUTIONS
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ErgoVision - Machine Learning Engineer: Developed real-time posture monitoring
solutions, receiving significant community recognition (10 stars, 22 commits on
GitHub).
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Mentorship: Provided guidance to over 30 aspiring developers, promoting AI and ML
concepts, fostering new digital talents.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
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Applied Artificial Intelligence Society, Bradford, UK: Member, contributing to the
advancement of AI technologies.
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Alumni Advisory Board Member - Generation Initiative, UK: Providing strategic
guidance for initiatives advancing digital skills and cloud technology.
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African Data Engineering & Science Association (ADESA): Member, actively
contributing to the data engineering community in Africa.
KEY SKILLS
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Technical: Python, JavaScript, Django, Next.js, MediaPipe, OpenCV, Digital Ocean,
Git.
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Cloud & Data: AWS, Azure, Data Analysis, Machine Learning.
Soft Skills: Leadership, Mentorship, Critical Thinking, Team Collaboration.
