Hi 👋, I'm Joseph Cole-Showers

Bsc. Information Technology

2021 - 2022

Middlesex University, London

Advanced Diploma In Software Engineering

2017 - 2019

Aptech Computer Education, Lagos, Nigeria.

Frontend Engineer

2022 - 2024

StoreLab, London, United Kingdom.

• Established the company's first automation and end-to-end testing procedures which continues to guide the company’s development processes.
• Implemented Boost AI and other loyalty rewards integrations enabling businesses to simplify customer journeys and drive higher conversions.
• Spearheaded the development of web automation tests using Cypress with CI/CD integration, reducing manual test time by ~ 80%, saving the company over 500 hours in testing annually, and accelerating release cycles.
• Enhanced and developed responsive and reusable UI components for the mobile app builder platform using React.js.
• Participated in hiring activities and conducted interviews, strengthening the team.
• Single-handedly built an automation framework for Android and iOS apps solving regression issues.

Frontend Developer

2022 - 2023

Utricle Studios, Lagos, Nigeria.

• Led frontend development for digital platforms supporting the release of Gammy and the Living Things, one of Nigeria’s first fully produced 3D animated films
• Built and optimised the public-facing web experiences for content discovery, engagement, and media delivery
• Implemented performance-optimised rendering for high-resolution animated assets to support local and international audiences.

Frontend Developer

2021 - 2022

Liveizy, Lagos, Nigeria.

• Implemented izyPay, a financial solution that enables users to automate their rent payments along with other core features which generated the company over $66,650 in revenue.
• Translated complex Figma designs into functional and responsive user interfaces using React.js, contributing to an optimized and visually appealing dashboard.
• Streamlined user experience workflows leading to a 20% increase in user engagement.
• Participated in Agile ceremonies (Sprint planning, retros)
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams using Git for version control, facilitating efficient code review and deployment processes.

Frontend Developer

2021 - 2022

Codextel(Codex), Lagos, Nigeria.

• Digitized engaging e-learning materials with Moodle and Articulate Storyline, empowering over 200+ students in Nigeria with foundational digital skills under the N-Power Junior Program.
• Led the design and implementation of a learning management system(LMS) that bridged the gap in technology in underserved schools in remote areas across Nigeria.
• Successfully led the production of various websites to production ensuring responsive and accessible designs and increasing user engagement.
• Oversaw and Supervised over 500+ participants in the N-Power Creative program, an initiative in collaboration with the Nigerian Federal Government aimed at fostering digital skills in youths.