Osamwonyi Osaro Godwin

Full-Stack Software Engineer

Specializing in backend architecture, robust RESTful APIs, and software product development. I build web applications and scalable digital solutions, working across backend systems and intuitive user interfaces.

About Me

I am a Full-Stack Software Engineer with a primary focus on backend architecture, RESTful API design, and software product development. I build structured web applications and backend systems that support real-world organizational workflows and user-facing experiences.

My engineering background in Mechatronics Engineering reinforces a rigorous, systems-level approach to problem-solving. I prioritize data integrity, clean architecture, and modular software design when implementing features across both backend services and frontend interfaces.

From architecting custom MVC frameworks and multi-branch database schemas to integrating frontend applications, I focus on writing reliable, maintainable code that meets the needs of teams, clients, and end users.

Education

BEng in Mechatronics Engineering

University of Benin (Completed)

Core Focus

Backend Systems & REST APIs

Custom MVC, Relational Data Modeling & Full-Stack Web

Engineering Principles

Maintainability & Data Integrity

Modular Architecture, Secure Auth & Pragmatic Execution

Technical Skills

Practical proficiencies structured across backend systems, web application engineering, and ongoing technical explorations.

Production Core

Core Engineering

Backend Architecture & APIs

PHP & Custom PHP MVC
RESTful API Development
JavaScript (ES6+)
TypeScript
Node.js
Relational Data Modeling
Modular Software Architecture
Database Query Optimization
Hands-on Experience

Application Development

Web & Full-Stack Systems

React & Vite Ecosystem
SQL & MySQL / MariaDB
Authentication & RBAC
Service & Payment Integrations
HTML5 / CSS3 & Tailwind CSS
Responsive UI Implementation
State Management & API Data Flow
Cross-Browser Compatibility
Applied & Exploring

Additional Experience & Exploration

Tooling, Scripts & Systems

Python Scripting & Automation
Web Scraping
Linux Environments & CLI
Git Version Control & Workflows
Electron Desktop Packaging
AI Tooling & LLM APIs (Exploration)

Work Experience

API Developer

Payking

September 2024
  • ▸Designed and implemented relational data models and backend API endpoints for fintech and transaction management workflows.
  • ▸Developed and integrated PHP tools and authentication services powering platform operations.
  • ▸Conducted code profiling, error handling improvements, and query optimization to maintain backend reliability.
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API Developer

Vplaza.com.ng

April 2024
  • ▸Architected RESTful API endpoints and relational schemas supporting digital commerce and electronic service directories.
  • ▸Built modular PHP tools and backend handlers to streamline catalog accessibility and search operations.
  • ▸Refactored backend logic and database queries to eliminate bottlenecks and enhance application stability.
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API Developer

Velux Pay

June 2023
  • ▸Engineered secure backend APIs and data models for payment processing and account management systems.
  • ▸Developed and integrated custom PHP utilities to connect platform services with internal tools.
  • ▸Systematically debugged and optimized database transactions and payload serialization for consistent performance.

Frontend Developer

Zumera

  • ▸Developed responsive web interfaces, custom landing pages, and interactive features using Angular.
  • ▸Implemented structured layouts for executive job listings, role specifications, and application integration workflows.
  • ▸Collaborated on feature branches to ensure clean component architecture and cross-browser consistency.

Web Developer

G-Heli Technology Solutions

2021 – 2022
  • ▸Created structured data models and database schemas for record management and internal tracking systems.
  • ▸Developed PHP and React-based administrative tools to support digital repository and information management frameworks.
  • ▸Conducted code debugging and resolved system performance issues to improve data retrieval responsiveness.

Featured Projects

A selection of software platforms, backend architectures, and production web applications built with a focus on data integrity and modular design.

SaaS PlatformActive Development

Gatherly

A fellowship and church administration SaaS platform designed to streamline administrative workflows across multi-branch organizations.

Architected multi-branch and multi-tenant backend infrastructure using a custom PHP MVC framework with canonical relational database schemas. Implemented RESTful APIs for member management, attendance tracking, branch administration, and financial workflows. Built the web frontend with React and Tailwind CSS.

PHPCustom MVCMySQLRESTful APIsReactTailwind CSS
Proprietary / In Development
Recruitment PlatformActive Development

StaffRoom

A specialized teacher and school recruitment platform connecting educational institutions with qualified, verified educators.

Designed and implemented custom PHP MVC backend architecture and relational MySQL schemas. Developed RESTful endpoints for school and teacher onboarding, job publishing, applicant management, interview scheduling pipelines, teacher credential verification (TRCN), and automated transactional email templates.

PHPCustom MVCMySQLRESTful APIsReactVite
Proprietary / In Development
Web PlatformActive Development

Lucky Erherha Platform

Personal and organizational web platform built to showcase leadership initiatives, publications, and organizational missions.

Rebuilt the complete web platform from the ground up using React and Vite. Implemented responsive multi-page navigation, section layouts, dynamic routing, content presentations, and support workflows with payment gateway integration.

ReactViteJavaScriptTailwind CSS
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Backend APITechnical Project

Artisans API

Service provider and artisan matching platform API connecting clients with local skilled tradespeople and service specialists.

Developed custom PHP MVC RESTful endpoints featuring service catalog management, artisan profile indexing, booking request routing, request status tracking, and structured relational data modeling with MySQL.

PHPCustom MVCMySQLRESTful APIsJSON
Proprietary / In Development
Backend APITechnical Project

Sabishare API

Resource and content-sharing API providing secure backend infrastructure for file indexing and controlled asset access.

Engineered custom PHP MVC backend endpoints handling file metadata indexing, upload and download permission validation, token-based authentication, and structured JSON responses.

PHPCustom MVCMySQLRESTful APIsJSON
Proprietary / In Development

Get In Touch

Let's Connect

Whether you are an engineering recruiter looking for a disciplined full-stack engineer, or an organization seeking software development expertise for backend architecture, REST APIs, or custom platforms, I would welcome the opportunity to connect.