I am a result-driven Backend Software Engineer specializing in building scalable, secure and high-performance web applications. I design and develop backend systems powering reliable digital products using Python (Django), PHP, RESTful APIs, MySQL and Wordpress. I focus on writing clean, maintainable code and building architectures that scale with business needs. I have hands-on experience delivering web apps, backend services, and API integrations, ensuring seamless communication between systems and optimal performance across the stack. I thrive in collaborative environments, continuously improving efficiency and delivering value to users and stakeholders.

Shittu Akorede

I am a result-driven Backend Software Engineer specializing in building scalable, secure and high-performance web applications. I design and develop backend systems powering reliable digital products using Python (Django), PHP, RESTful APIs, MySQL and Wordpress. I focus on writing clean, maintainable code and building architectures that scale with business needs. I have hands-on experience delivering web apps, backend services, and API integrations, ensuring seamless communication between systems and optimal performance across the stack. I thrive in collaborative environments, continuously improving efficiency and delivering value to users and stakeholders.

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I am a result-driven Backend Software Engineer specializing in building scalable, secure and high-performance web applications. I design and develop backend systems powering reliable digital products using Python (Django), PHP, RESTful APIs, MySQL and Wordpress. I focus on writing clean, maintainable code and building architectures that scale with business needs.

I have hands-on experience delivering web apps, backend services, and API integrations, ensuring seamless communication between systems and optimal performance across the stack. I thrive in collaborative environments, continuously improving efficiency and delivering value to users and stakeholders.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Software Engineer at Gadgets Mart Nigeria
September 1, 2021 - Present
Led the development and launch of a new e-commerce platform, significantly enhancing the shopping experience and achieving a 30% increase in online sales within the first quarter. Streamlined the checkout process for a quicker, more user-friendly experience. Implemented an automated testing framework, reducing post-deployment bugs by 40% and enabling faster delivery of high-quality software. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate a payment gateway, boosting transaction security and user trust. Led refactoring of legacy code to a modular, scalable architecture, reducing development time for new features by 25%.
Web Developer at Akoramos Technologies
September 1, 2015 - July 1, 2021
Developed and maintained responsive websites using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP; implemented web performance optimizations and ensured cross-browser compatibility to improve reliability and user experience across devices.
Website Developer at Western Legend Research
February 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Handled front-end development with HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks and supported back-end logic with PHP and MySQL to enhance server-side functionality and database integration, improving site reliability and data operations.
Website Developer at Model Innovation Services
February 1, 2021 - April 1, 2021
Developed and launched a responsive e-commerce website for a key client, increasing online sales by 30% within the first three months. Implemented a content management system to streamline client updates, reducing maintenance time by 50%. Optimized site performance through code refinement and asset compression, decreasing load times by 40% and enhancing search engine rankings.

Education

Master of Science in Software Engineering at Leadcity University
January 1, 2025 - March 24, 2026
Bachelor of Science at Olabisi Onabanjo University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
National Diploma at The Polytechnic Ibadan
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail, Media & Entertainment