Desmond Brown
Accra
Summary
Motivated Team Lead leader with a proven track record at Talent CoOp, driving cross-functional teams to deliver scalable B2B applications. Expert in agile methodologies and API integration, achieving a 40% reduction in release cycles. Renowned for strategic planning and mentoring, fostering high-performing teams and enhancing stakeholder engagement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Lead Software Developer
Talent CoOp
01.2023 - Current
- Directed a cross-functional team of 6+ developers to build scalable B2B web applications, reducing release cycles by 40% through agile practices.
- Collaborated with stakeholders and product managers to translate complex business needs into technical deliverables, resulting in 3 successful product launches.
Chief Technology Officer
SocialPostsAI
09.2021 - Current
- Oversee the technical strategy and product development roadmap.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-driven social media solutions.
Team Lead Software Developer
Gradia Limited
10.2020 - Current
- Directed the development of web applications using React and Django.
- Refactored core components to improve loading times by 45% and reduce memory usage.
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive testing suite, cutting production bugs by 70%.
- Built and integrated REST APIs for a character building platform, enabling real-time character updates for 5K+ users.
- Ensured smooth frontend-backend integration by collaborating closely with UI/UX designers and React developers.
Backend Developer
BeNeverEnding Inc.
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Identified and resolved critical bugs, enhancing system stability.
- Developed utility services, reducing development time by 30%.
- Led the development of AI-driven features, increasing user engagement by 25%.
- Implemented scalable backend services using Python/Django and AWS EC2 Instances.
Coding Mentor
MEST - Meltwater Foundation
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Mentored junior developers and introduced automated CI pipelines, improving code quality and deployment speed.
- Trained over 20 aspiring software engineers in MERN stack development, focusing on clean architecture and agile practices.
- Awarded Best Mentor by the cohort for delivering impactful sessions and personalized guidance.
Junior Software Developer
Mpedigree
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Developed native Android applications and web solutions.
- Collaborated in agile sprints with senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in secure coding and REST API development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Academic City University
Ghana06-2028
Skills
- Database management and API integration
- REST API integration
- Agile methodologies and software development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving and performance improvement
- Technical documentation and attention to detail
- Team leadership and coaching
- Stakeholder management and strategic planning
- Employee engagement
Affiliations
PyData Global, Organizer, 2022, Collaborated with experts from Google, OpenAI, and NumFocus to coordinate the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion track.
Certification
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- Chief of Staff School Certificate
Projects
Gradia Lab Web Application SocialPostsAI Platform
Languages
English
First Language
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Team Lead Software Developer
Talent CoOp
01.2023 - Current
Backend Developer
BeNeverEnding Inc.
12.2021 - 02.2022
Chief Technology Officer
SocialPostsAI
09.2021 - Current
Coding Mentor
MEST - Meltwater Foundation
11.2020 - 01.2021
Team Lead Software Developer
Gradia Limited
10.2020 - Current
Junior Software Developer
Mpedigree
03.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Academic City University