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I am a results-driven Senior Frontend Engineer based in Lagos, Nigeria, with 4+ years delivering high-performance, accessible web applications. I specialize in React, TypeScript, and modern frontend architectures, with a strong focus on UX, code quality, and WCAG compliance. I also contribute to the design community as an active open-source creator with published tools and plugins. I excel at leading technical initiatives, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions on demanding timelines. My work spans fintech, e-commerce, and emerging tech, where I’ve shipped real-time features, integrated multiple payment gateways, and upheld rigorous testing and accessibility standards.…I am a results-driven Senior Frontend Engineer based in Lagos, Nigeria, with 4+ years delivering high-performance, accessible web applications. I specialize in React, TypeScript, and modern frontend architectures, with a strong focus on UX, code quality, and WCAG compliance. I also contribute to the design community as an active open-source creator with published tools and plugins. I excel at leading technical initiatives, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions on demanding timelines. My work spans fintech, e-commerce, and emerging tech, where I’ve shipped real-time features, integrated multiple payment gateways, and upheld rigorous testing and accessibility standards.

Abdul Samad Ajao

Front-End Developer, UI Designer, UX Designer, +2

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I am a results-driven Senior Frontend Engineer based in Lagos, Nigeria, with 4+ years delivering high-performance, accessible web applications. I specialize in React, TypeScript, and modern frontend architectures, with a strong focus on UX, code quality, and WCAG compliance. I also contribute to the design community as an active open-source creator with published tools and plugins. I excel at leading technical initiatives, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions on demanding timelines. My work spans fintech, e-commerce, and emerging tech, where I’ve shipped real-time features, integrated multiple payment gateways, and upheld rigorous testing and accessibility standards.…I am a results-driven Senior Frontend Engineer based in Lagos, Nigeria, with 4+ years delivering high-performance, accessible web applications. I specialize in React, TypeScript, and modern frontend architectures, with a strong focus on UX, code quality, and WCAG compliance. I also contribute to the design community as an active open-source creator with published tools and plugins. I excel at leading technical initiatives, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions on demanding timelines. My work spans fintech, e-commerce, and emerging tech, where I’ve shipped real-time features, integrated multiple payment gateways, and upheld rigorous testing and accessibility standards.

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I am a results-driven Senior Frontend Engineer based in Lagos, Nigeria, with 4+ years delivering high-performance, accessible web applications. I specialize in React, TypeScript, and modern frontend architectures, with a strong focus on UX, code quality, and WCAG compliance. I also contribute to the design community as an active open-source creator with published tools and plugins.

I excel at leading technical initiatives, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions on demanding timelines. My work spans fintech, e-commerce, and emerging tech, where I’ve shipped real-time features, integrated multiple payment gateways, and upheld rigorous testing and accessibility standards.

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Work Experience

Frontend Engineer at SoundTurf

October 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025

Contributed to a music streaming platform with a focus on intuitive UI/UX and modern web technologies. Collaborated with design to implement pixel-perfect, responsive interfaces increasing user engagement. Built interactive features with React.js and Next.js, optimizing for SEO and performance. Implemented Firestore real-time data and live updates. Used Tailwind CSS to maintain a consistent design system across the app. Created real-time features using Socket.IO for instant notifications.

Co-Founder at Streetfair

April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025

Founded and led the technical development for an innovative e-commerce platform connecting local vendors with customers. Architected full-stack web and mobile apps using React.js and React Native, enabling cross-platform deployment. Managed end-to-end project lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment, delivering on time and within budget. Led technical design reviews, establishing coding standards and architectural patterns across the team. Championed WCAG-compliant interfaces and integrated Paystack payment gateway, WordPress CMS for content management, and AWS cloud infrastructure. Implemented real-time features using Socket.IO for instant booking updates.

Senior Frontend Engineer at Zero Tech Agency Ltd

January 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024

Delivered cutting-edge frontend solutions for diverse clients, focusing on emerging technologies including blockchain integrations and AI-powered features. Built responsive, accessible web apps adhering to WCAG 2.1 with Lighthouse scores 90+. Researched and implemented Ethereum-based payments using ethers.js to support international clients, expanding payment options by 35%. Developed and integrated multiple payment gateways (PayPal, Stripe, crypto wallets) with strong security measures and transaction validation. Conducted feasibility studies on emerging tech (AI assistants, Web3) and presented recommendations to stakeholders. Optimized layouts and architecture, reducing bundle sizes by 30% via code splitting and lazy loading. Implemented micro-frontend systems.

Senior Frontend Engineer at Food court

April 1, 2022 - Present

Led frontend development initiatives for a rapidly growing food-tech platform. Refactored legacy codebase, improving performance by implementing modern React patterns and TypeScript, resulting in 40% faster load times. Architected and delivered a real-time order management system using Socket.IO to enable instant kitchen-to-customer communication, reducing order processing time. Integrated Stripe and PayPal gateways with robust error handling and transaction monitoring, achieving 99.8% payment success. Collaborated with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to conceptualize and launch 12+ features improving operational efficiency and user satisfaction. Established frontend testing protocols with Jest, increasing code coverage from 45% to 85%. Mentored 3 junior developers on React best practices and modern development workflows.

Junior UI/UX Developer at Travel Bay

April 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022

Contributed to a travel booking platform with a focus on performance optimization and user experience. Implemented progressive web app features including offline capabilities and push notifications, improving retention. Collaborated with UX designers to create intuitive interfaces reducing booking abandonment by 20%. Reused React components with REST APIs and GraphQL for efficient data fetching. Used TypeScript to improve code quality and reduce runtime errors. Implemented Socket.IO for real-time booking updates and availability notifications.