AGBOVIE RICHMOND OFOTSU

Backend-focused Software Engineer

Accra, GH.

About

Highly skilled Backend-focused Software Engineer with hands-on expertise in building scalable RESTful APIs using ASP.NET Core and Django REST Framework. Proficient in designing robust authentication systems (OAuth2, IdentityServer), optimizing database structures, and implementing clean architecture. Currently leveraging these capabilities to drive impactful software solutions during National Service at Persol Systems Limited.

Work

Persol Systems Limited

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Software Engineer (National Service)

Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

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Summary

Currently developing and maintaining scalable RESTful APIs and implementing secure authentication systems to enhance backend infrastructure for Persol Systems Limited.

Highlights

Developing and maintaining robust RESTful APIs using ASP.NET Core (C#) to support critical system functionalities and integrations.

Implementing secure authentication solutions with IdentityServer (OAuth2, OpenID Connect) to safeguard user data and ensure system integrity.

Collaborating effectively with cross-functional frontend teams using React to ensure seamless integration and optimal user experience.

Contributing to the design and optimization of scalable backend systems with MySQL, enhancing data management and overall system performance.

Hues Apply

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Software Development Intern

Remote, N/A, N/A

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Summary

Developed and tested robust backend APIs and designed database schemas, actively contributing to agile software development cycles.

Highlights

Built scalable backend APIs leveraging Django REST Framework, improving application functionality and performance.

Designed efficient database schemas using PostgreSQL, ensuring data integrity and optimizing retrieval processes.

Conducted comprehensive API testing using Postman and Swagger, identifying and resolving issues to enhance reliability.

Participated actively in Agile team environments, contributing to sprint planning, stand-ups, and code reviews to accelerate project delivery.

Education

University of Cape Coast

Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana
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BSc Computer Science

Tema Secondary School

Tema, Greater Accra, Ghana
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WASSCE Science

Languages

English

Skills

Languages

Python, C#, JavaScript.

Frameworks

Django, Django REST Framework, ASP.NET Core, React.

Backend & APIs

RESTful API Development, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, IdentityServer.

Databases

PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, MongoDB.

Tools

Docker, Git, GitHub, Postman, Swagger.

Cloud

AWS (Fundamentals).

Projects

Ticket Booking API

Summary

Developed a comprehensive ticket booking API using Django REST Framework, integrating dynamic pricing and secure authentication.

Modular Monolith System

Summary

Designed and built a scalable modular monolith system using ASP.NET Core, incorporating CQRS with MediatR for enhanced performance.