Accomplished IT professional seeking an opportunity to advance my career as a leader in a dynamic organization that values innovation and growth.
NESTOR ODUKOYA
Innovate Intrigue Inspire
Innovate Intrigue Inspire
Innovate Intrigue Inspire
Innovate Intrigue Inspire
Innovate Intrigue Inspire
Innovate Intrigue Inspire
“We Are What We Repeatedly Do. Excellence, Therefore, Is Not An Act But A Habit.”
Perception transforms challenges into opportunities
As a complex problem solver, I thrive on tackling intricate challenges and exploring uncharted territories to drive innovation and efficiency. I have always been drawn to the thrill of breaking new ground and finding unique solutions to complex problems. Whether it’s devising streamlined workflows, optimizing systems, or identifying bottlenecks, I am constantly seeking opportunities to push the boundaries and pioneer new approaches.
Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to navigate complex landscapes, adapt quickly, and come up with creative solutions. I am skilled at analyzing intricate problems from multiple perspectives, identifying root causes, and developing strategic plans to address them. By thinking outside the box and tapping into unexplored possibilities, I have successfully delivered innovative solutions that have revolutionized processes and propelled organizations forward.
Knowledge Is Power
I find immense joy in sharing my knowledge and teaching others the things I have learned. I firmly believe that knowledge should be shared freely to propel the world forward at an accelerated pace. By imparting what I have learned, I contribute to the growth and development of others, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
One of the reasons I enjoy teaching is because it deepens my own understanding of the subject matter. When I take the time to explain concepts in simple and accessible ways, it not only helps others grasp the information more easily but also enhances my own comprehension. Through teaching, I am able to solidify my understanding, identify gaps in my knowledge, and refine my communication skills. It is a mutually beneficial process that allows me to grow as a learner while empowering others with valuable insights.
Each One Teach One
Mentoring holds a special place in my heart because I firmly believe that everyone deserves guidance and support in their chosen field. I owe much of my own success and growth to the mentors who guided me early on in my journey, teaching me the fundamentals of programming and introducing me to the vast possibilities of the IT industry. As a mentor, I aspire to pay it forward by empowering others with knowledge and fostering their passion for their respective fields.
10/2022 – Current
Lead Software Engineer
Led the charge in maintaining exceptional code quality by instituting rigorous quality assurance processes, conducting in-depth code reviews, and fostering a culture of excellence within the development team.
Worked in close collaboration with leadership to drive backlog maintenance and refinement through agile practices, such as backlog grooming sessions, design sessions, and sprint planning, promoting effective prioritization and ensuring successful project execution.
Developed and maintained a cutting-edge mobile application using C# Xamarin, leveraging Azure DevOps for streamlined project management, version control, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
Employed NUnit framework to design and implement effective unit tests, verifying code integrity, and promoting code quality by identifying and rectifying bugs, ensuring the delivery of highly maintainable and robust logic.
Images provided highlight presentations I prepared and presented to Pool Corp, emphasizing the need to improve project flow and upgrade their application with the most advanced technologies available.
06/2020 – 11/2022
Sr Software Engineer
Problem
At Rocket Mortgage, we faced a pressing challenge related to the overwhelming volume of customer calls flooding our call center. Customers were reaching out to understand their escrow, leading to a strain on our resources and necessitating increased staffing to meet the demand while maintaining low call and hold times. To address this issue, we established a company Objective and Key Result (OKR) with a clear focus on finding an effective solution.
Solution
First, our team at Rocket Mortgage designed and implemented an intuitive escrow page on RocketMortgage.com, offering comprehensive information and breaking down the concept into easily understandable sections.
Additionally, we developed a dynamic escrow page within the customer account dashboard, providing real-time access to personalized escrow data associated with their homes. This user-friendly interface allowed customers to monitor and manage their escrow information without the need for direct assistance.
As a result of our customer-centric approach, we achieved remarkable success. The implementation of our solution led to a significant 40% reduction in customer service calls related to escrow inquiries.
11/2015 – 06/2020
Lead Developer
Demonstrated
Demonstrated strong leadership by serving as Team Lead, assisting colleagues in their professional development through regular one-on-one sessions, code reviews, and collaborative problem-solving discussions.
Spearheaded
Spearheaded the comprehensive documentation efforts by expanding and enhancing the company’s wiki, providing in-depth technical documentation for developers, and creating high-level overviews of applications and processes for business users, resulting in improved knowledge sharing and streamlined communication across teams.
Contributed
Contributed significantly to the major overhaul of AshleyFurniture.com by utilizing Sitecore CMS as the foundation. Developed a feature-rich website using ASP.NET, MVC, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, C#, and SQL, enabling the business to effortlessly manage and personalize content with no coding experience.
Problem
In 2018, Ashley Furniture faced a significant challenge due to the introduction of the CCPA law. This law required us to grant consumers the ability to know what personal information was being collected about them and provide them with the option to request the deletion of their personal data.
Solution
I designed and implemented an innovative internal legal portal, which seamlessly integrated with the company’s data lake architecture. This groundbreaking solution facilitated the aggregation of customer data upon request, undergoing meticulous review by Ashley Furniture legal professionals to guarantee the precision and integrity of the data before initiating the deletion process.
04/2012 – 08/2015
Lead Programmer Analyst
Served as a team lead overseeing the development and maintenance of all International Speedway Corporation (ISC) racetrack websites, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise to a cross-functional team.
Collaborated closely with executives and leadership to identify and adopt cutting-edge technologies, ensuring ISC's racetrack websites remained at the forefront of the industry and maintained a competitive edge.
Successfully re-architected the Sitecore CMS infrastructure for all 16 racetrack websites of the International Speedway Corporation (ISC), streamlining operations and improving efficiency.
Led the redesign of DaytonaInternationalSpeedway.com on three occasions, utilizing C#, HTML5, jQuery, CSS3, and media queries to deliver visually stunning and responsive web experiences, enhancing user engagement and driving increased online traffic.
Daytona Rising
I designed the Daytona International Speedway website as part of the monumental $400 million Daytona Rising redevelopment project, aligning its design and functionalities with the state-of-the-art racetrack infrastructure.
Notable Mentions
03/28/2015
Winner at The Comcast NBCUniversal Hackathon
Participants: 146
Placed: 1st
Objective:
Universal Studios Parks & Resorts Technology Challenge
Enhanced Entertainment Experience for The Visually Impaired
We challenge you to design creative ways to enhance the in-park experience of visually impaired guests through the use of native capabilities of an iOS or Android mobile platform plus any complementary technologies that could be deployed at attractions (i.e. beacons) or available in the park (GPS, Wi-Fi network).
Solution:
USense is a mobile app that is designed to improve the Universal Studios experience for those visually impaired and hard-of-hearing. We designed our app to be used by voice command to help our users interact with ease.