Koladele Olaitan

Front-end Engineer & Technical Writer/Blogger
koladeleolaitan@gmail.com
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About

With 5 years of experience in web development, I specialize in creating dynamic and engaging web experiences. From seamless interfaces to interactive designs, I deliver tailored solutions for diverse needs. Let's collaborate to turn your ideas into impactful digital applications.

Technical Skills

  • Programming Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python.
  • Libraries and Frameworks: React, Next.js, Vue, Nuxt.js.
  • Markup: Semantic HTML5, JSX.
  • UI & Styling: CSS3, Sass, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Material Design, Figma, Adobe XD.
  • No-code Tools: WordPress, Elementor, MailChimp.
  • Bundlers & Linters: Webpack, Parcel, ESLint, Prettier.
  • Hosting & OS: Netlify, Vercel, cPanel, Linux (preferred), MacOS, Windows.
  • Additional: NPM, Technical documentation, REST APIs, Responsive Web Design, Speed Optimization, SEO.

Soft Skills

  • Collaborative
  • Communicative
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Friendly Personality
  • Fast Learner
  • Humble, Happy, and Hungry (for knowledge, and money?)
  • Passion for learning and development
  • Problem-Solving
  • Self-starter
  • Team Leadership

Work Experience

Founding Front-end Engineer

GetDot.ai

Jan 2023 - Present (2yrs +)

  • Joined as one of the earliest frontend engineers after the launch of first product (data catalogue), contributing to the development and improvement of the second product (AI Data Assistant).
  • Collaborated closely with the founding team to understand the product vision and roadmap, translating requirements into actionable frontend tasks.
  • Developed new features and functionalities, such as improved data quality monitoring workflow, split data quality checks by dimension, and developing a prototype to combine table and column-level lineage, aligning with user feedback and market trends.
  • Developed prototypes and mockups of new features using Figma to ensure consistent and user-friendly interfaces, maintaining brand identity and optimal user experience.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including backend engineers, to integrate frontend and backend components seamlessly.
  • Actively participated in sprint planning, contributing technical insights to refine user stories and prioritize development tasks.
  • Shipped an improved table & column level lineage which made the product stand out among other competitors.

Lead Front-end Engineer

HumDov

Jul 2023 - Present (2yrs)

  • Led a team of up to 4 frontend developers in designing, developing, and delivering a CMS platform project.
  • Architected and implemented scalable frontend solutions, enhancing the CMS performance and user experience.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, backend engineers, and product managers, to ensure seamless integration of frontend and backend components.
  • Mentored and coached team members, conducting regular code reviews and providing technical guidance to foster skill growth and code quality.
  • Assisted in the interviewing and hiring process, evaluating candidates' technical skills and cultural fit.
  • Stayed up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and industry best practices, applying them to drive innovation and maintain technical excellence within the team.

Front-end Engineer

HumDov

Nov 2022 - Jun 2023 (6mos)

  • I collaborated with the Backend Engineers and the product design team to implement the UI designs and pull-in data to the app.
  • I paid attention to the details of the product we were building and suggested corrections, changes, and improvements.
  • Improved my knwoledge of technologies and stayed up-to-date with the web development industry in order to deliver high-quality, production-ready code.

Web Developer

Unlimited.ng

Nov 2020 - July 2021 (9mos)

  • Taught 5 students HTML, CSS, and JavaScript at a bootcamp hosted by the company.
  • Built a website for the bootcamp to automate the registration process and onboarding.
  • Awarded as the most punctual employee.
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to source for clients via various means and also discuss with clients to know their project requirements.
  • Landed the company one paid client.
  • Worked on over 15 unique projects in an 9-month period.

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