I am a passionate Java Backend Developer with over four years of experience. I thrive in challenging environments where I can contribute to building scalable systems and enhancing application performance. My journey has taken me through various projects, allowing me to lead and mentor others while continuously expanding my technical skills.…

Ushahemba SHIR

I am a passionate Java Backend Developer with over four years of experience. I thrive in challenging environments where I can contribute to building scalable systems and enhancing application performance. My journey has taken me through various projects, allowing me to lead and mentor others while continuously expanding my technical skills.…

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I am a passionate Java Backend Developer with over four years of experience. I thrive in challenging environments where I can contribute to building scalable systems and enhancing application performance. My journey has taken me through various projects, allowing me to lead and mentor others while continuously expanding my technical skills.

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English
Fluent

Work Experience

Java Backend Developer at Octosoft Technologies Ltd
July 31, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Built scalable REST APIs and backend modules serving over 200 hospitals across multiple regions. Automated deployments using GitHub Actions and Docker, cutting release cycles by 50%. Developed high-performance payment systems integrating internal and external payment gateways.
Senior Backend Developer at Octosoft Technologies Ltd
July 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Broke down user workflows into detailed system tasks, enabling automation of hospital processes. Collaborated with stakeholders to identify inefficiencies and optimize process flows. Performed quality assurance and debugging, documenting task outcomes for review.
Senior Backend Developer at Octosoft Technologies Ltd
July 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Broke down user workflows into detailed system tasks, enabling automation of hospital processes. Collaborated with stakeholders to identify inefficiencies and optimize process flows. Performed quality assurance and debugging, documenting task outcomes for review.
Senior Backend Developer at Octosoft Technologies Ltd
July 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Broke down user workflows into detailed system tasks, enabling automation of hospital processes. Collaborated with stakeholders to identify inefficiencies and optimize process flows. Performed quality assurance and debugging, documenting task outcomes for review.
Backend Engineer (Java) at Soft Alliance
March 1, 2025 - November 6, 2025
Enhanced a government payment system’s performance by 3× using PostgreSQL optimization and caching strategies. Developed and secured API integrations for Central Bank of Nigeria, enabling real-time fund disbursement. Architected Spring Boot microservices with role-based access control, reducing service coupling and maintenance cost.
Backend Engineer (Contract) at Soft Alliance
March 1, 2025 - Present
Maintained highly regulated government payment systems requiring precise logging and audit trails. Produced detailed technical documentation to support compliance and review processes. Worked with strict data handling guidelines ensuring consistency and error-free deployments.
Backend Engineer (Contract) at Soft Alliance
March 1, 2025 - Present
Maintained highly regulated government payment systems requiring precise logging and audit trails. Produced detailed technical documentation to support compliance and review processes. Worked with strict data handling guidelines ensuring consistency and error-free deployments.
Backend Engineer (Contract) at Soft Alliance
March 1, 2025 - Present
Maintained highly regulated government payment systems requiring precise logging and audit trails. Produced detailed technical documentation to support compliance and review processes. Worked with strict data handling guidelines ensuring consistency and error-free deployments.
Full Stack Developer at Nawill Technology Ltd
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Delivered full-stack applications leveraging Java and later Node.js/NestJS, including real-time chat systems. Mentored and led junior developers, promoting best practices in clean architecture and automated testing.
Full Stack Developer at Nawill Technology Ltd
August 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Created structured event logs and task summaries for real-time systems to improve monitoring. Reviewed and refined work from team members to ensure clarity and accuracy of outputs. Supported iterative improvement of systems through feedback cycles and structured testing.
Full Stack Developer at Nawill Technology Ltd
August 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Created structured event logs and task summaries for real-time systems to improve monitoring. Reviewed and refined work from team members to ensure clarity and accuracy of outputs. Supported iterative improvement of systems through feedback cycles and structured testing.
Full Stack Developer at Nawill Technology Ltd
August 1, 2023 - October 11, 2025
Created structured event logs and task summaries for real-time systems to improve monitoring. Reviewed and refined work from team members to ensure clarity and accuracy of outputs. Supported iterative improvement of systems through feedback cycles and structured testing.

Education

Program at MEST Africa, Accra
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Program at Decagon Institute, Lagos
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Bachelor of Library and Information Science at University of Nigeria, Nsukka
November 1, 2011 - February 1, 2016
Business, Technology & Communication at MEST Africa, Accra
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Software Engineering & Leadership at Decagon Institute, Lagos
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
B.LIS / Economics at University of Nigeria, Nsukka
November 1, 2011 - February 1, 2016
Certificate (Business, Technology & Communication) at MEST Africa, Accra
September 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Certificate in Software Engineering & Leadership at Decagon Institute, Lagos
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
B.LIS / Economics at University of Nigeria, Nsukka
November 1, 2011 - February 1, 2016
Business, Technology & Communication at MEST Africa
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Software Engineering & Leadership at Decagon Institute
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
B.LIS / Economics at University of Nigeria
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016

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Software & Internet, Government, Healthcare, Professional Services, Education

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