Bong-shim Edward Uke – Online Resume

Bong-shim Edward UkeSoftware Engineer
Email
[email protected] Phone
‭+1 (616) 328 4019 Location
Michigan, USA 
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Summary

Results-driven Full Stack Developer with 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and maintaining web applications.
Proficient in Node.js and Python development with a track record of delivering secure, scalable solutions for government agencies
and private enterprises. Experienced in leading development teams and managing concurrent projects while maintaining high
quality standards.
Key strengths include:
• Building robust RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
• Implementing secure, efficient frontend and backend solutions with Node.js, Python, and React
• Leading technical teams and mentoring junior developers
• Automating business processes to improve operational efficiency
• Integrating third-party systems, AI models and maintaining system performance

Skills

Core Technologies

JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, NodeJs, ExpressJs, ReactJs, React Native, NextJs, Tailwind, Redux, Flutter, Zustand, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, NestJs, Jest, REST APIs, Docker, Git/Github, Jira, Asana, CI/CD

Familiar With

AWS, Digital Ocean, PactumJs, GraphQL, Wordpress

Soft Skills

Communication, Ability to work with a team, Leadership, Problem solving, Attention to details

Work Experience

Senior Lead Engineer

Funtech AI (Funhouse Tech Solutions)

•Led cross-functional team of developers

09/2023 – presentUK

•Architected and developed comprehensive admin portal for content management, analytics, and user administration

•Implemented dashboard analytics and reporting system for tracking key business metrics

•Developed user management system with role-based access control

•Implemented Sentry for error tracking and monitoring, improving bug detection and resolution time by 60%

•Maintained and optimized CI/CD pipeline ensuring reliable deployments

•Enhanced system observability through comprehensive logging and monitoring

•Improved system stability and usage tracking visibility by 40%

•Built comprehensive reporting modules for student progress tracking and analytics

Technologies used: Node.js, Express.js, React.js, TypeScript, MongoDB, Redis, Sentry, BitBucket, Digital Ocean, CircleCi

Lead Engineer

KSolutions Consulting

•Architected and implemented secure internal systems for government agencies and private sector clients

06/2023 – 09/2025Nigeria

•Led development teams across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring consistent delivery and quality

•Established coding standards and implemented automated code quality checks

•Collaborated closely with designers and fellow developers to transform complex business requirements into efficient, user-friendly technical solutions

•Developed reusable component library using React and Tailwind, accelerating development time by 60%

•Conducted technical training sessions for clients, covering technical topics

•Key projects include:

•Learning Management System for educational institution

•Personnel Records Management System for legislative body

•Document tracking and workflow system for federal justice sector

Independent Freelance Engineer

•Developed and maintained full-stack web applications using WordPress, React, Next.js, NodeJs and Python for diverse international clients

2018 – present

•Built custom websites and applications across various industries 

•Provided technical consulting services for businesses on web development and automation strategies

Technical Implementations: 

•Developed Python scripts for data scraping and process automation

•Built modern web applications using React, Next.js and TypeScript

•Implemented SEO optimization resulting in 40%+ traffic increase

•Integrated payment gateways and third-party APIs

Technologies used: Python, Flask, Pandas, Beautiful Soup, Selenium, SQL, HTML, CSS, NodeJs, NextJs

Backend Engineer

Funtech AI (Funhouse Tech Solutions)

•Architected and implemented core business logic for AI-powered tutoring platform

02/2023 – 09/2023UK

•Designed and built RESTful APIs supporting real-time collaboration features

•Implemented secure authentication and authorization systems

•Led integration of third-party APIs for enhanced learning features

•Built student progress tracking system with real-time updates

•Contributed to 90% user growth through platform stability and feature improvements

Technologies used: Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, Redis, WebSocket, Docker

Backend Engineer

KSolutions Consulting

•Developed and maintained scalable REST APIs using Node.js, Express.js, and TypeScript

12/2022 – 05/2023Nigeria

•Designed and implemented database architecture using MySQL with Sequelize ORM

•Created comprehensive API documentation using OpenAPI/Swagger specifications

•Built authentication and authorization systems using JWT and role-based access control

•Integrated third-party services and APIs including payment gateways and notification systems

•Contributed to frontend development using React.js and Tailwind CSS

•Optimized database queries and API endpoints, reducing response times by 40%

Technologies used: Node.js, Express.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, MySQL, Sequelize, Jest, React.js, Redis

Backend Engineer - Intern

TIIDELab

•Led a team of 5 backend developers in building projects using Nodejs and Express

04/2022 – 12/2022Nigeria

•Designed and implemented database models using Sequelize as ORM and MySQL for database

•Built integration with third‑party services for resource sharing and payments

•Wrote integration tests using Jest

•Maintained communication with frontend teams and project managers to ensure developments aligned with business goals

•Scheduled and define timelines for tasks during development sprints.

Account Manager

Storypoint

•Managed relationships between developers and partners.

03/2020 – 09/2022Ukraine

•Oversaw hiring processes of development teams.

•Proactively develop customized talent acquisition strategies aligned with each client's unique needs

•Negotiated contracts with developers

Automation Specialist

Evolve Prime

•Developed Python automation scripts to streamline internal workflows for an art sales platform, reducing manual labor and time spent on repetitive image processing tasks by 80%.

11/2021 – 08/2022USA

•Designed and implemented an automated artwork processing pipeline that receives submitted artworks, overlays them on branded template mockups (e.g., home or gallery environments), and prepares them for listing — significantly enhancing operational efficiency and visual consistency.

•Built a file reconciliation system to automatically verify and organize processed assets, minimizing human error and eliminating the need for manual checks.

Regional Technical Support Manager

Loyverse

•Progressed from Translator to Technical Support to Integration Manager, demonstrating versatility and growth

04/2018 – 01/2022Cyprus

•Initially translated web and mobile app content from English to French

•Advanced to technical support role, providing comprehensive assistance to clients

•Eventually led integration efforts with third-party applications

•Built and maintained relationships with integration partners

•Managed technical documentation and client onboarding processes

•Organized and conducted product demonstrations for new customers

Software Engineer (Contract)

Chedaro

•Built backend infrastructure for ZoomBooking, a platform for booking apartments, hotels, cars, and jets.

•Developed APIs and services with NestJS, supporting dynamic listings, pricing, and availability

•Integrated Redis for caching and real-time booking logic

•Set up CI/CD pipelines with Docker and GitHub Actions

•Managed deployments, reverse proxy config, and server automation using Traefik

Technologies: NestJS, TypeScript, Redis, MySQL, Docker, GitHub Actions, Traefik, AWS S3

Software Engineer (Contract)

Skill Connect

•Built core backend services for Peniwyse, a Canadian fintech app that analyzes real-time bank transactions to generate personalized budgeting insights using AI

Canada

•Developed pipelines for transaction ingestion, categorization, goal tracking, and dynamic report generation

•Currently leading development of Clarivue, an AI-powered interview co-pilot that integrates with Google Meet to provide live feedback, question suggestions, and post-call reports

•Designed real-time analysis engine and reporting system to assist technical interviewers in evaluation and decision-making

Technologies: NestJS, TypeScript, Python, MongoDB PostgreSQL, Redis, OpenAI API, Google Workspace SDK, Docker, Web Sockets

Education

BSc. Business Information Technology

Ukrainian American Concordia University

A.S. Computer Science

Kogi State Polytechnic

Languages

English
French

Certificates & Awards

Proficiency in Backend Development

TIIDELab

12/2022

Volunteering Service Honors Award

TIIDELab

12/2022