Peter Ayomide Awotundun

Full-Stack Software Engineer

Lagos, NG.

About

Results-driven Full-Stack Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience in designing, building, and deploying scalable web and mobile applications, specializing in React, Node.js, and PHP (Laravel). Proven leader in end-to-end product development across logistics, e-commerce, and AI-powered platforms, adept at leveraging RESTful APIs, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud deployment to deliver efficient, real-world solutions. Recognized as a hackathon winner and active open-source contributor, I consistently build impactful engineering solutions and foster community growth.

Work

Koolboks Nigeria LTD

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Software Engineer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Led a comprehensive technical overhaul of a legacy Laravel-based e-commerce platform, enhancing stability, integrating new features, and optimizing checkout flows to significantly reduce cart abandonment.

Highlights

Led a full technical overhaul of a legacy Laravel-based e-commerce platform (Koolbuy), resolving critical bugs and refactoring the codebase to significantly improve system stability and maintainability.

Implemented new responsive UI components and integrated inventory management, logistics tracking, and multi-vendor delivery functionalities across web and mobile applications, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency.

Collaborated closely with the product team as a Product Manager, translating complex business requirements into precise technical specifications and effectively managing the development roadmap.

Delivered measurable improvements in platform load time and reduced cart abandonment by streamlining the checkout flow, optimizing the user purchase journey.

Sendly AI INC

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Senior Software Engineer

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Designed and deployed a scalable backend architecture for an AI-powered email automation SaaS platform, integrating LLM APIs and optimizing database performance for high-volume dispatch operations.

Highlights

Designed and deployed a scalable backend architecture for an AI-powered email automation SaaS platform, integrating large language model (LLM) APIs for intelligent email generation and personalized content delivery.

Built robust RESTful API endpoints and webhook-based event handling systems, supporting complex automation workflows, real-time scheduling, and seamless third-party developer integrations.

Improved overall platform performance by optimizing database query structures and implementing efficient caching strategies, resulting in faster response times for high-volume email dispatch operations.

Swift Rides Global LTD

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Senior Software Engineer

Minna, Niger State, Nigeria

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Summary

Directed end-to-end development of a logistics and package delivery platform, architecting scalable APIs and deploying cross-platform applications that reduced missed delivery alerts by over 40%.

Highlights

Led end-to-end development of a comprehensive logistics and package delivery platform, serving 3 channels: a marketing website, a web app, and native mobile apps (iOS & Android).

Architected and built scalable RESTful APIs using PHP (Laravel) to efficiently manage orders, user accounts, delivery assignments, and real-time tracking operations.

Developed a fully responsive React.js web interface and cross-platform mobile application using React Native, ensuring consistent UX for over 5000+ active users.

Integrated Firebase Authentication, Firestore real-time database, and Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) for push notifications, reducing missed delivery alerts by over 40%.

Managed CI/CD pipelines using Git and coordinated full release cycles to Google Play Store and Apple App Store, achieving zero-downtime deployments for critical updates.

DRREX Gadgets Store Limited

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Software Engineer

Minna, Niger State, Nigeria

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Summary

Built a scalable gadget-focused e-commerce platform from scratch, developing responsive frontends and PHP-powered backends while reducing manual admin work by an estimated 60%.

Highlights

Built a scalable gadget-focused e-commerce platform from scratch, inspired by Jumia, providing users with a smooth, app-like experience for browsing, searching, and purchasing mobile devices and accessories.

Developed a fully responsive frontend using React and Tailwind CSS for mobile and desktop, paired with a PHP-powered backend handling product listings, inventory, and transactions.

Engineered a comprehensive admin dashboard for product management, order tracking, and real-time platform analytics, reducing manual admin work by an estimated 60%.

Designed and implemented core e-commerce features including product catalog, cart system, multi-step checkout flow, payment integration, and role-based access control (RBAC) for users and administrators.

Volunteer

Niger State Lead

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ATC Africa

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Oversaw state-level technology initiatives, mentoring emerging developers, and coordinating with partners to foster significant growth in the tech ecosystem across Niger State.

Highlights

Oversaw state-level technology initiatives and community-building efforts, mentoring emerging developers and coordinating with partner Ayatullah Hanif Showunmi to grow the tech ecosystem across Niger State.

Community Manager

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RIANN, FUTMinna (Robotics & AI Innovators Network)

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Founded and significantly grew a robotics and AI-focused student community, organizing technical workshops and mentorship programs for over 100 members.

Highlights

Founded and grew a robotics and AI-focused student community at Federal University of Technology, Minna, organizing technical workshops, coding sessions, and mentorship programmes for 100+ members.

Education

Federal University of Technology, Minna

Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Technology Mechatronics Engineering Grade:

Courses

Embedded Systems

Robotics

Control Systems

Electronics

Signal Processing

Advanced Mathematics

Awards

IIH × CcHub × IHS Tower Hackathon Winner

IIH, CcHub, IHS Tower

Awarded for designing and developing 'Trashformer', an innovative smart recycling solution that incentivizes users and integrates software with hardware for environmental sustainability. Placed 7th out of 532 applicants nationally.

3MTT Nigeria Knowledge Showcase Winner

3MTT Nigeria

Recognized for developing an AI-powered brain tumor detection solution using machine learning and medical imaging classification techniques. Placed in the top 50 out of 400+ applicants nationwide, winning an E-tablet for exceptional problem-solving and technical excellence.

GitHub Shop Voucher Winner

Rasheed Mudasiru (Tech Event Host)

Recognised at a competitive tech event hosted by Rasheed Mudasiru for outstanding technical engagement and performance in software development challenges.

Certificates

3MTT Nigeria Fellow - Software Development Track

Federal Government of Nigeria's 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) initiative

Google Summer of Code (GSoC) Contributor Certification

Google Summer of Code

IIH × CcHub × IHS Tower Hackathon - Certificate of Achievement

IIH, CcHub, IHS Tower

Angela Yu's 100 Days of Code Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp

Coding Academy / Udemy

Skills

Frontend

React, React Native, Next.js, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Dart (Flutter), Blade (Laravel), Tailwind CSS, SASS/SCSS, HTML5, CSS3.

Backend

PHP, Laravel, Node.js, NestJS, Python, Java.

Database & APIs

MySQL, PostgreSQL, Firebase, Supabase, REST APIs, GraphQL.

DevOps & Cloud

AWS (EC2, CI/CD Pipelines), Vercel, Render, Netlify, Docker, Google Play Console, Apple App Store Connect.

Other Tools

Git, Expo, Redux / Zustand, Socket.IO, Firebase, Supabase, AI Automation, Webhook Integration.

API Design & Architecture

RESTful API design, GraphQL, Webhook integration, API versioning, Rate limiting, OAuth 2.0 authentication.

Mobile Development

React Native (Expo & bare workflow), Cross-platform iOS & Android, Firebase Cloud Messaging, App Store deployment.

Performance & Optimisation

Database query optimisation, Caching strategies (Redis), Lazy loading, Code splitting, CDN configuration.

Testing & Quality

Unit testing, Integration testing, Debugging, Code review, Git branching strategies (Git Flow).

AI & Automation

LLM API integration (OpenAI, Claude), AI-powered workflow automation, Prompt engineering, Machine learning (Python, Scikit-learn).

Software Architecture

MVC, Monolithic and microservices architecture, Event-driven systems, SaaS platform design.

Leadership & Management

End-to-end project ownership, Cross-functional team coordination, Product roadmap planning, Task delegation, Agile sprint management (teams of 5-15 members).

Communication

Clear technical documentation, Stakeholder reporting, Client-facing communication, Public speaking at tech events and community sessions.

Problem-Solving

Analytical thinking, Debugging complex systems, Rapid prototyping, Delivering creative engineering solutions under tight deadlines.

Collaboration

Distributed remote teams (across time zones), Open-source collaboration, Pair programming, Peer code review.

Mentorship & Teaching

Training and mentoring (100+ students in software development, AI, and robotics), Structured workshops, Community sessions, One-on-one coaching.

References

Dr. Jibril Abdullahi Bala

Lecturer and Mentor, Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Minna | jibril.bala@futminna.edu.ng. Additional references available upon request.

Projects

Trashformer

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Summary

An innovative smart recycling solution developed with a multidisciplinary team, designed to incentivize users to drop off waste in exchange for digital rewards. It comprises a full-stack web platform and mobile app for real-time tracking, integrated with an automated sorting machine.

AI-powered Brain Tumor Detection Solution

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Summary

An AI-powered solution for brain tumor detection, utilizing machine learning and medical imaging classification techniques to provide accurate diagnostics.