Software Engineer Senior

Kwaku Boateng

***********@*****.*** 202-***-**** North Bethesda, MD

SUMMARY

Experienced Software Engineer with 12 years in designing and developing scalable software solutions, specializing in microservices architecture and API integration. Proven track record in leading projects that enhance system efficiency and client satisfaction, including a 40% improvement in data processing and 10% growth in client retention. Proficient in Ruby on Rails, React, AWS, and Docker, seeking a challenging Software Engineer role. WORK EXPERIENCE

Totango New York, NY

Senior Software Engineer Jul 2024 - Feb 2025

• Led the refactoring of legacy microservices into a unified, scalable architecture, reducing latency and enhancing maintenance capabilities during the transition.

• Redesigned data ingestion pipelines to accommodate increased data volumes, achieving a 40% improvement in processing efficiency.

• Integrated AI models into a new analytics platform, enhancing insights that improved client retention and growth strategies by 10%.

Catalyst New York, United States

Senior Software Engineer Apr 2021 - Jun 2024

• Developed high-priority features to automate customer workflows, enhancing operational efficiency and user satisfaction.

• Constructed the backend foundation and DevOps pipeline for a key data application, incorporating security, logging, persistence, and business logic.

• Created and maintained Datadog dashboards and established alerts for monitoring various services.

• Collaborated with front-end engineers to design and maintain APIs, ensuring seamless integration between systems.

Touchstone Pathway Tennessee, United States

Senior Software Engineer Jun 2020 - Apr 2021

• Directed the rewrite and development of financial planning software using Rails and React.js, enhancing user experience and system reliability.

• Developed an API to offer financial advisors actionable insights, improving client financial management capabilities.

• Migrated the CI/CD pipeline from Jenkins to CircleCI, streamlining deployment processes and automating builds for greater efficiency.

Buildpals Accra, Ghana

CTO, Co-Founder Jan 2017 - Jun 2020

• Directed a team of five in developing and maintaining back-end infrastructure for applications focused on scheduling, time tracking, and payroll management, enhancing system reliability and performance.

• Elevated code coverage from 7% to 80% by implementing a CI system with automated tests and code quality practices, significantly improving software quality and maintainability.

• Contributed to the back-end and user interface development of an e-tendering application and integrated Amazon's product API to facilitate purchases using MTN mobile money, expanding application functionality and user engagement.

Ahonya Accra, Ghana

Software Developer Feb 2013 - Dec 2016

• Implemented intuitive user interfaces and designs for a bidding and e-commerce platform in partnership with the Chief Product Officer.

• Directed the transition of the front-end architecture from a monolithic Django application to a modern setup with a standalone Django API and an Angular-based front end.

• Enhanced the user experience and performance of the website by modernizing its architectural framework. EDUCATION

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology BSc, Real Estate

Kumasi, Ghana

2015

SKILLS

REST APIs • GraphQL • Circle CI • Heroku • Amazon Web Services • Docker • Kubernetes • MySQL • PostgreSQL

• TiDB • Elasticsearch • RSpec • Slack • Ruby on Rails • JavaScript • Typescript • Ruby • Python • React

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