Makafui Atimpo

Makafui Atimpo​ github.com/peacemakafui linkedin.com/in/makafuiatimpo ​ Accra,Ghana- Software Engineer with a strong ownership mindset, proficiency in backend technologies, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and a passion for learning and adapting to new technologies. EDUCATION Ghana Communication Technology University, Accra, Ghana​ ​ ​ Sep 2024 - Present Master of Science in Computer Science Relevant coursework: Software Engineering, Data Structures and Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Network Security Ghana Communication Technology University, Accra, Ghana Sep 2015 - Nov 2019 Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication Engineering First class honors Relevant coursework: Paradigms of Programming, Digital Electronics, Computer Architecture, Satellite Communication. TECHNICAL SKILLS Database Management: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB Programming Languages: Python, JavaScript, PHP, Java, C++, SQL Frameworks: Laravel, React.js, Nest.js, Node.js Other Skills: RESTful API design, Microservices Architecture, Machine Learning, Database Management, Cloud Computing PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE HenryFlow Aps, Denmark (Remote) — A business process automation provider Sep 2022 - Jan 2025 Automation Software Engineer (PHP, JavaScript) ●​ Designed and implemented scalable backend services and RESTful APIs for the HenryFlow platform, improving system performance and reliability. ●​ Automated business invoice processes for WolmerGruppen by integrating e-conomic and Podio APIs, reducing manual effort by 15+ hours per week. ●​ Optimized existing workflows for C-Leanship and developed new automation flows, enhancing business process efficiency by 70%. ●​ Collaborated with cross-functional teams to maintain and improve the platform’s system architecture and implement new features. Toldo Company Limited, Accra, Ghana — Renowned software house in Ghana May 2021 - Nov 2021 Backend Software Engineer (PHP, Laravel) ●​ Designed and implemented a billing system for recurring payments and user subscriptions, integrating with third-party payment gateways. ●​ Built and documented RESTful APIs, supporting frontend engineers with seamless API integrations. ●​ Configured and maintained backend servers, databases, and third-party API integrations, ensuring system reliability and scalability. Soko Aerial Robotics, Accra, Ghana — An end-to-end commercial enterprise Jun 2019 - Dec 2020 Research Software Engineer (Python, C++) ●​ Built machine learning models for object detection and precision farming, including wheat rust detection, maize crop counting, and telecom mast rust detection. ●​ Analyzed large datasets to improve model accuracy and provided actionable insights for project improvements. ●​ Developed serial communication systems between Raspberry Pi and Pixhawk flight controllers, enabling real-time object detection during drone flights. ●​ Designed and built a hardware-in-the-loop flight simulator, reducing drone test crashes and improving testing efficiency. ●​ Provided technical guidance on autonomous drone assembly and flight controller integration for optimized flight path planning PROJECTS Machine Learning Telecom Network Congestion Control Algorithm (Python, JavaScript): Analyzed large datasets to develop an algorithm that predicts and controls network congestion. Bookmarks API (NodeJS, PostgreSQL): Designed and maintained a database for storing and retrieving user bookmarks, ensuring data integrity and efficient querying. Real Estate Management App (NodeJS, MongoDB, ReactJS): Designed and developed a property management application to allow tenants rent apartments and owners advertise their properties and handle payments via the platform.