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Certification
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Jaden Kodjo Miles Ahmed

Minnesota

Summary

Innovative Software Engineer and Platform Engineer with expertise in Python, Golang, Kubernetes, and cloud automation. Adept at building scalable, high-performance distributed systems, and optimizing cloud infrastructure. Skilled in containerization (Docker, K8s), microservices architecture, and DevOps automation. Proven track record of leading backend engineering efforts, implementing event-driven systems, and deploying production-grade solutions across AWS, GCP, and Azure.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Software Engineer and Platform Engineer

PORT IO
Tel Aviv
07.2024 - Current
  • Architected and automated cloud-native solutions across AWS, GCP, and Azure.
  • Developed high-performance backend systems utilizing Python, Golang, and gRPC.
  • Optimized and managed Kubernetes clusters along with containerized workloads at scale.
  • Designed and deployed CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and cloud automation strategies.
  • Implemented high-throughput, event-driven architectures using Kafka and distributed systems.
  • Enhanced scalability, security, and observability of production systems for mission-critical workloads.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to ensure understanding of product functionality and design requirements.
  • Researched industry trends in order to provide up-to-date information in documents.
  • Developed comprehensive user manuals and documentation for software applications, ensuring clarity and ease of use.
  • Analyzed developments in specific fields to determine need for revisions in previously published materials.
  • Integrated third-party APIs into the platform infrastructure for improved functionality of the system.
  • Developed and implemented a platform architecture to ensure scalability, reliability and security of the system.

Lead Software Developer (Contract)

Bigdata Ghana Limited
Accra
05.2022 - Current
  • Successfully designed and developed an efficient ERP system used by a group of companies with 500+ employees
  • This included facilitating essential functionalities such as fuel marking, enhancing operational efficiency and providing a robust solution for managing the company's business processes
  • The ERP system streamlined operations and contributed to generating annual revenue of over 1.5 million dollars, optimizing resource management and enhancing overall business productivity
  • As a full-stack developer, I demonstrated my proficiency in mobile development using Flutter and Kotlin to create a seamless mobile experience, while also leveraging Node.js and React for the web development
  • Integrated AWS Cognito and Lambda triggers to ensure secure, scalable, and efficient development of a world-class enforcement application for both mobile and web platforms
  • Lead and mentor the software development team, ensuring that they are aligned with project objectives and adhere to the highest technical standards
  • Actively engaged in the development and review of code to uphold the high-quality and efficiency of software products
  • Successfully implemented a theory to enhance the performance of an application designed to aid the citizens of Ghana
  • By leveraging advanced optimization techniques and strategic code adjustments
  • Significantly improved the application's responsiveness and speed, enabling it to handle a higher influx of users seamlessly

Golang Backend Developer

Teksol Eganow
Accra
12.2023 - 03.2025
  • Create event-driven architectures using Kafka to enhance real-time data processing and system responsiveness
  • Optimize application performance using actor models, ensuring efficient handling of concurrent operations in highly scalable microservice applications
  • Mastering gRPC and integrating it with various HTTP communication protocols (REST, SOAP) for robust and flexible API solutions
  • Develop and maintain backend services using a microservice architecture to ensure high scalability and reliability
  • Implement strict security protocols and adhere to fintech industry standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Manage SQL (PostgreSQL, MSSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases, optimizing for performance and scalability
  • Utilize Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration, ensuring consistent deployment and scalability
  • Adhere to SOLID principles in Go programming, focusing on creating maintainable, high-quality code
  • Create detailed documentation for all developed APIs and database structures

Data Analyst

Tahir Laundry and Cleaning Services
Accra
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Created a data visualization tool that could easily be utilized by non-technical staff to help develop a more interactive and engaging service
  • Researched and implemented new analytics methods to provide better metrics of employee performance and increase retention
  • Wrote complex SQL queries to extract data from the database
  • Created reporting tools to help lower support costs by identifying time wasted serving customers
  • Repurposed existing data sets to incorporate new features and analytics, expanding the use of analytics across the organization

Teacher Assistant

OpenLabs RRC Bluecrest
Accra
05.2021 - 04.2022
  • Assisted in instructing students in programming languages, including Python, Node.js, and Java
  • Facilitated interactive learning sessions and provided guidance on programming concepts and best practices
  • Created and graded assignments and projects to assess students' understanding and progress
  • Conducted code reviews and offered constructive feedback to improve students' coding skills
  • Empowered 700+ students to graduate as skilled junior developers through hands-on mentoring and tailored coursework

Systems Administrator

Weed Man Turf Ops
Kumasi
01.2016 - 08.2016
  • Resolved issues for servers, desktops, and laptop configurations
  • Designed and implemented a new server deployment strategy to increase productivity and strengthen security
  • Maintaining a constant level of availability to the servers by patching, updating, and restarting them
  • Optimized data center infrastructure to reduce costs and increase efficiency
  • Performed network monitoring on a daily basis, which involved reviewing server and application logs for intrusions and developing a plan to address them
  • Implementing robust backup and security measures to safeguard data and optimize system performance, ensuring the highest level of data integrity and uninterrupted operations

Education

Computer Science - Software Engineering

Open Labs
Accra, Greater Accra
02.2022

Advance Excel -

National Institute of Information Technology
Accra, Greater Accra
08.2016

Science -

T.I Amass Kumasi
Kumasi, Ashanti Region
05.2015

Some College (No Degree) - Bioengineering

Minerva University
Calistoga, San Francisco

Skills

  • Nodejs
  • C#
  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • Kafka
  • React
  • Django
  • AWS
  • GCP
  • CSS3
  • Terraform
  • Dart
  • Flutter
  • Java
  • Kotlin
  • Project Management
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • MongoDB
  • Mongoose
  • Expressjs
  • Sequelize ORM
  • Docker
  • CI/CD
  • Git
  • Kubernetes
  • Github
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Microservices
  • CircleCI
  • NoSQL
  • NGINX
  • Slack
  • Knowledge of server-side frameworks
  • Golang
  • GRPC
  • Project Documentation
  • Software Development Standards
  • Expertise in authentication and authorization
  • Knowledge of content delivery networks
  • API Design and Development
  • Continuous Integration Systems
  • Strong debugging skills
  • Familiarity with geolocation services
  • Knowledge of data migration
  • Understanding of security best practices
  • Knowledge of design patterns
  • Deep understanding of microservices
  • Cloud architecture
  • Microservices design
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Kubernetes management
  • API integration
  • Containerization
  • Backend development
  • Event-driven architecture

Certification

  • AWS Cloud Technical Essentials
  • AWS Code, Build and Test
  • AWS DevOps Release and Deploy

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Software Engineer and Platform Engineer

PORT IO
07.2024 - Current

Golang Backend Developer

Teksol Eganow
12.2023 - 03.2025

Lead Software Developer (Contract)

Bigdata Ghana Limited
05.2022 - Current

Teacher Assistant

OpenLabs RRC Bluecrest
05.2021 - 04.2022

Data Analyst

Tahir Laundry and Cleaning Services
01.2021 - 07.2022

Systems Administrator

Weed Man Turf Ops
01.2016 - 08.2016

Computer Science - Software Engineering

Open Labs

Advance Excel -

National Institute of Information Technology

Science -

T.I Amass Kumasi

Some College (No Degree) - Bioengineering

Minerva University

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