About Me
I am an experienced Software Developer with a background in Technical Architecture, with a demonstrated history of building and scaling digital technology products that solve real-world problems. I have experience designing, developing, and evolving software solutions that are scalable, maintainable, secure, and capable of supporting large numbers of users. With over four years of professional and commercial experience in the digital technology industry, I have contributed to product-led technology companies, including working as a Technical Architect, where I was responsible for supporting system architecture, technical decision-making, and the development of scalable platforms. My experience spans software development, API design, distributed systems, system optimisation, and building reliable digital products. I have a strong understanding of engineering best practices, including coding standards, security, performance optimisation, and software architecture principles. Throughout my career, I have contributed to impactful digital platforms, open-source projects, and developer communities, demonstrating my commitment to advancing technology and knowledge sharing. I have also developed leadership and mentoring experience by supporting junior engineers, sharing technical knowledge, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. My ability to combine hands-on development skills with architectural thinking enables me to build products that create meaningful value for users and businesses. Overall, I am a results-driven and proactive technology professional passionate about creating innovative software solutions, contributing to the wider technology ecosystem, and using technology to address practical challenges.
Software Developer.
A software developer with expertise in code programming to compute languages that enables websites functionality.
- City: Manchester, United Kingdom
- Degree: B.Sc
Proficient in creating and designing Web Applications to make it easy for users to navigate.
Skilled in coding languages, graphic designs and customer service management
Skills
Curriculum Vitae
Summary of my work experience and educational background.
Summary
Mukhtar Abdussalam
Innovative and deadline-driven software developer with experience in designing and developing user-centered Web Application from initial concept to final, polished deliverable.
- Manchester, United Kingdom
Training
Coding Traineeship
June 2023 - June 2024
IT Career Switch
- Learnt the fundamentals of several languages including HTML, CSS, Javascript, Python, PHP, Bootstrap and SQL.
- Certificate of completion of the following Codecademy courses; Full-Stack Engineer Career Path, Learn jQuery Course, Learn Python 3 Course, Learn Bootstrap Course, Learn PHP Skill Path.
- I implemented my knowledge by creating and working on 2 projects; Gazetteer and Company Directory.
- Used my skills to create a portfolio website.
Modern HTML & CSS From The Beginning
2020
Udemy
PHP for Beginners
2020
Udemy
Education
Bachelor Degree
2008 - 2012
University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Secondary School
2000 - 2006
De-Larfel Secondary School, Kano, Nigeria
Professional Experience
Web Application developer
2025 - Present
Derby City Council, Derby, United Kingdom
- I led the development of the Derby City Council’s first "Missed Bin Lookup" tool from scratch, which allows residents to check service status in real-time.
- Built .NET Core endpoints to fetch and translate raw data from Whitespace API into user-friendly diagnostic messages.
- I rebuilt the Bin Day Lookup tool and migrated legacy systems to modern Microsoft-based platforms to improve security and performance.
- I set up testing plans to ensure all council services meet WCAG standards, making digital services more inclusive.
- Developed secure CRM workflows that automated manual customer service tasks, significantly cutting down response times.
- Provide prompt technical support and issue resolution for web system users, collaborating with IT and external vendors to ensure incidents are resolved effectively and within agreed SLA.
- Coordinate and execute comprehensive web security maintenance, including regular patching, user account audits, and access control updates, safeguarding sensitive citizen data and ensuring system compliance with ISO27001.
- Improved web functionality, responsiveness, and improved page load by 18% after implementing code splitting.
Engineering Lead
2024 - 2025
Kickloom Innovations, Remote
- Led the technical delivery of Kickloom, transforming the product concept into a live AI-powered football prediction platform.
- Designed and implemented core prediction workflows, including automated generation and organisation of daily match predictions into different user package.
- Implemented the live scores functionality, enabling users to follow match updates directly within the platform.
Tecnical Architect
2021 - 2023
Termii, Remote
- Contributed to the architecture, scalability, and evolution of Termii's communications platform, enabling businesses across Africa to integrate SMS, voice, email, WhatsApp, and verification services into their products.
- Provided technical leadership in designing and improving scalable systems that support high-volume communication workflows and reliable customer engagement solutions.
- Helped strengthen the technical foundation of a platform used by leading businesses across fintech, e-commerce, healthcare, and digital services sectors.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to translate complex business requirements into secure, maintainable, and high-performance technical solutions.
- Supported the growth of a platform that has processed hundreds of millions of communication transactions and serves businesses across Africa.
Web Developer
2021 - 2021
Fiverr, Freelance
- Delivered websites and web applications for SMEs, including over 50 responsive sites across WordPress and bespoke builds.
- Built a custom e-commerce platform integrating WooCommerce, tailored checkout flows, and advanced payment gateways, meeting client requirements and driving a 25% boost in user satisfaction and 20% sales growth in the first quarter.
- Applied SEO best practices, including optimised HTML markup, meta tags, and structured data, significantly enhancing clients’ search visibility and organic traffic growth.
- Designed and optimised website graphics using Adobe Photoshop, creating brand-aligned visuals and enhancing user appeal through high quality, web-ready imagery and layouts.
- Managed MySQL databases, designing optimised structures, executing complex queries, and ensuring data integrity, security, and performance tuning to meet client and project requirements.
Portfolio
Showcasing some of my projects utilized by real users, featuring extensive depth, detail, and rich functionality.
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- Designs
- Illustrations
- Web
