I'm a developer who specializes in building scalable, high-performing web applications using React, Next.js, Node.js, and Django, with a strong eye for design and user experience. With a background in architecture and several years of hands-on software development, I bring a unique blend of creativity and technical precision to every project. I’ve led teams, built production-grade applications for clients across Africa, and helped startups launch products that drive real business impact. What sets me apart is my ability to bridge design thinking with clean, maintainable code — ensuring that products are not only functional but also intuitive and engaging. I’m passionate about solving real-world problems through technology, great design, and collaboration. Employment and project experience Senior Software Engineer (CTO) – Muze Studios (October 2024 – Present) Architected and maintained multiple full-stack applications, improving client efficiency by 20%. Led a team of developers and designers to deliver high-quality, scalable web solutions. Senior Software Engineer – Swiftbooked (March 2024 – September 2024) Built and launched a salon booking platform using the MERN stack, integrating Stripe for secure payments and analytics. Full Stack Developer (Freelance) (March 2021 – January 2024) Developed responsive web and mobile applications using React, Django, and Flutter. Designed and implemented modern UI/UX systems for various clients.…

Joseph Ogiku

I'm a developer who specializes in building scalable, high-performing web applications using React, Next.js, Node.js, and Django, with a strong eye for design and user experience. With a background in architecture and several years of hands-on software development, I bring a unique blend of creativity and technical precision to every project. I’ve led teams, built production-grade applications for clients across Africa, and helped startups launch products that drive real business impact. What sets me apart is my ability to bridge design thinking with clean, maintainable code — ensuring that products are not only functional but also intuitive and engaging. I’m passionate about solving real-world problems through technology, great design, and collaboration. Employment and project experience Senior Software Engineer (CTO) – Muze Studios (October 2024 – Present) Architected and maintained multiple full-stack applications, improving client efficiency by 20%. Led a team of developers and designers to deliver high-quality, scalable web solutions. Senior Software Engineer – Swiftbooked (March 2024 – September 2024) Built and launched a salon booking platform using the MERN stack, integrating Stripe for secure payments and analytics. Full Stack Developer (Freelance) (March 2021 – January 2024) Developed responsive web and mobile applications using React, Django, and Flutter. Designed and implemented modern UI/UX systems for various clients.…

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I’m a developer who specializes in building scalable, high-performing web applications using React, Next.js, Node.js, and Django, with a strong eye for design and user experience. With a background in architecture and several years of hands-on software development, I bring a unique blend of creativity and technical precision to every project. I’ve led teams, built production-grade applications for clients across Africa, and helped startups launch products that drive real business impact.

What sets me apart is my ability to bridge design thinking with clean, maintainable code — ensuring that products are not only functional but also intuitive and engaging. I’m passionate about solving real-world problems through technology, great design, and collaboration.

Employment and project experience

Senior Software Engineer (CTO) – Muze Studios (October 2024 – Present)
Architected and maintained multiple full-stack applications, improving client efficiency by 20%. Led a team of developers and designers to deliver high-quality, scalable web solutions.

Senior Software Engineer – Swiftbooked (March 2024 – September 2024)
Built and launched a salon booking platform using the MERN stack, integrating Stripe for secure payments and analytics.

Full Stack Developer (Freelance) (March 2021 – January 2024)
Developed responsive web and mobile applications using React, Django, and Flutter. Designed and implemented modern UI/UX systems for various clients.

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Skills

Experience Level

API
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
GitHub
Expert
HTML5
Expert
TypeScript
Expert
Node.js
Expert
MySQL
Expert
Figma
Expert
CSS
Expert
Tailwind
Expert
SQL
Expert
Python
Expert
PostgreSQL
Expert
Django
Expert
MongoDB
Expert
Express
Expert
Flutter
Intermediate
Dart
Intermediate
GraphQL
Intermediate
Docker
Intermediate
Framer
Intermediate
Kubernetes
Intermediate
React Native
Intermediate
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Language

Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer (CTO) at Muze Studios
October 1, 2024 - Present
Architected and maintained multiple full-stack web applications serving clients across Africa, improving client efficiency by 20%. Led a team of developers and designers, conducting code reviews and implementing scalable coding standards. Committed to ensuring the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications. Designed and launched innovative UI/UX systems that increased client engagement and retention.
Senior Software Engineer at SwiftBooked
September 1, 2024 - October 24, 2025
Built a salon booking platform using the MERN stack, including time-blocking algorithms that eliminated booking overlaps. Integrated Stripe and other third-party payment gateway APIs for secure payment processing and analytics tracking. Designed a modern, conversion-focused UI/UX that improved booking completion rates. Led the end-to-end development cycle, including deployment and domain configuration. Collaborated with stakeholders to translate user pain points into efficient technical features.
Freelance Full Stack Software Developer at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2024 - October 24, 2025
Developed full-stack web apps using React, HTML, CSS, and Python. Conducted functionality and unit testing across the course of the web development lifecycle. Built and styled new mobile-friendly websites and apps, transitioning legacy presentations to easy-to-use versions. Designed wireframes for app design using Figma. Conducted testing and review of websites for responsiveness, clarity, and effectiveness.

Education

Bachelor of Science at University of Benin
September 15, 2015 - March 12, 2021
Software Engineering at Holberton School
September 1, 2023 - October 24, 2025
Bachelor of Science, Architecture at University of Benin
March 1, 2021 - October 24, 2025

Qualifications

ALX Software Engineer
August 15, 2022 - September 30, 2023
ALX Software Engineering Programme with a specialization in Front End Development

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet
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    Swiftbooked is a modern salon booking platform designed to streamline appointment scheduling and client management for beauty professionals. Built using the MERN stack, it features intelligent time-blocking algorithms to prevent booking overlaps, integrated Stripe payments for secure transactions, and an intuitive, mobile-friendly interface that enhances user experience and boosts booking completion rates. frontend backend designer MongoDB Next Js…
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    Swiftbooked is a modern salon booking platform designed to streamline appointment scheduling and client management for beauty professionals. Built using the MERN stack, it features intelligent time-blocking algorithms to prevent booking overlaps, integrated Stripe payments for secure transactions, and an intuitive, mobile-friendly interface that enhances user experience and boosts booking completion rates.