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Roles, what I did in each, and the technologies I used, newest first.

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  1. 2026 — now

    Data Engineer

    Ishango.ai

    • Supported enterprise data infrastructure using AWS, Prefect, Python, Terraform, and Datadog to maintain continuous pipeline uptime and system observability.
    • Developed automated regression testing scripts and validation workflows to accelerate issue detection and improve overall deployment reliability.
    • Automated package updates and security vulnerability resolution using Renovate bot within Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines to harden infrastructure security.
    • Resolved complex production issues across Dev, Pre-Prod, and Prod environments using structured root cause analysis (RCA) and targeted system reliability improvements.
    • Enhanced operational continuity by stabilizing core data pipelines and refining monitoring configurations to prevent recurring service disruptions.

    AWS · Snowflake · Python · Prefect · Terraform · Datadog · Azure DevOps · Renovate

  2. 2025

    Invest Compass

    Invest Compass

    • Designed the Entity-Relationship Diagram (ERD), providing a clear data model that improved system organization and scalability.
    • Developed the API strategy, ensuring seamless integration with Plaid for financial data aggregation and Alpaca for stock trading, enhancing platform functionality. Team Impact
    • Engineered backend services in C# and .NET, optimizing API performance by storing key financial data, such as account details, in the database, reducing external API calls and improving response times.
    • Collaborated with frontend developers to implement secure financial transactions, improving user trust and compliance with industry standards.

    C# · .Net

  3. 2025 — now

    Founder

    ITL Makers Hub

    At InnovoTech Lab, I’m leading efforts to empower high school and university students across Ghana to explore robotics, AI, and hardware innovation. Through workshops, mentorship, and hands-on projects, we’re building a pipeline of young makers equipped with the skills and mindset to solve local and global challenges.

    • Founded InnovoTech Lab to promote robotics and AI education in Ghana.
    • Led workshops in 10+ schools and mentored 300+ students in IoT and ML.
    • Planned an Innovation Lab and explored partnerships with global orgs.

    Arduino · RaspberryPi · BBC Micro:bit · Nvidia Jetson Nano · IoT · AI

  4. 2024 — 2025

    Senior Software Engineer

    Healthful Solutions

    • Led project planning and architecture design, reducing ambiguity and improving scalability.
    • Built websocket microservices with Node.js and TypeScript; improved real-time communication and frontend performance.
    • Directed team efforts and established CI/CD pipelines, boosting efficiency and reducing errors.

    PostgreSQL · Websockets · NextJS · TypeScript · TailwindCSS

  5. 2024

    Data Scientist/Software Engineer

    Ishango.ai

    • Implemented Microservice architecture for a client, enhancing scalability and modularity with an anticipated 20% reduction in system downtime.
    • Contributed to establishing secure authentication using Django and the allauth package, ensuring compliance with data protection standards.
    • Supported the development of an ETL Pipeline with Databricks for processing data from diverse sources, aimed at improving data handling efficiency.
    • Spearheaded the creation of FastAPI wrappers for different parts of data aggregated by the ETL pipeline, improving integration with frontend applications and overall responsiveness.
    • Collaborated with client teams to align project objectives and foster innovation, contributing to a culture of continuous

    FastAPI · Django

  6. 2023

    Software Engineer

    Turntabl

    • Developed application features in Python, Java, and TypeScript, ensuring robust code for fintech applications.
    • Applied Scrum methodologies to facilitate agile development and improve project delivery efficiency.
    • Created user interfaces using React and Next.js with TypeScript, enhancing user experience and visual appeal.
    • Led UI design for features using Figma, saving two weeks of development time through effective design communication.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications, focusing on version control and efficient development processes.

    React · NextJS · Typescript · Python · Java · Figma

  7. 2020 — 2021

    Software Engineer Intern

    Halges Financial Technologies Limited

    Resolved performance bottlenecks and developed USSD platforms, leading to a 30% improvement in application efficiency and managing downtimes effectively by informing customers with prompts.

    • Engineered backend applications for USSD platforms, ensuring reliable and secure functionality.
    • Integrated a third-party payment platform, expanding payment options and enhancing transaction capabilities.