Frontend Lead @ CyberPay
Hi, I'm Jude Nwafor
Software Engineer & Technical Writer
I build scalable web platforms, AI-powered systems, and fintech products used by thousands of users.
About Me
I'm a Senior Software Engineer with a passion for building scalable, user-centric applications. Currently serving as Frontend Lead at Cyberspace, I specialize in modern web technologies and emerging tech. I'm also dedicated to sharing knowledge through technical writing, mentorship, speaking and content creation.
Skills & Tech Stack
Frontend
Backend
Web3
AI/ML
DevOps & Tools
Selected Projects
HealthBanc
Health-tech platform improving patient data accessibility and healthcare management across Nigeria.
EduBanc
Education technology platform streamlining school fee payments and educational financial services.
CyberPay
Enterprise payment gateway solution providing secure transaction processing for businesses.
Bulk SMS Platform
High-volume SMS messaging platform for business communications and notifications.
Merchant Web
Merchant Web is a portal for businesses to manage their transactions and disburse payments.
Quantum Zenith
Quantum Zenith is one of Nigeria’s leading investment banking institutions with a track record extending over a decade
Books & Publications
Comprehensive Design Patterns in React
Master the art of building scalable, maintainable, and efficient React applications with this hands-on guide to design patterns. Whether you're a beginner looking to level up or an experienced developer aiming to refine your skills, this book takes you step-by-step through the patterns and principles that make great code.
Web Development with Node.js and Express: A Beginner's Guide to Building Web Apps
Web Development with Node.js and Express is the beginner-friendly, hands-on guide to building modern web applications with JavaScript. Starting with the basics of Node.js, you'll learn how to set up servers, handle routes, and work with requests and responses. Each chapter is designed to take you one step further — from your first "Hello World" server to building a full working blog app you can be proud of.
Speaking & Community
Visiting Lecturer
Delivering engaging practical lessons on blockchain technology for Tijarah Holding Ltd, Malaysia.
Conference Speaker
Regular speaker at tech conferences and meetups, sharing insights on Web3, React, and modern software architecture.
Top Codementor
Top-rated mentor on Codementor, helping developers worldwide level up their skills in web development and blockchain.
Experience
May 2024 – Present
Visiting Lecturer in Blockchain Technology
Tijarah Holding Ltd, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Delivered engaging practical lessons on blockchain technology via video conferencing. Developed curriculum on core blockchain concepts, applications, and technology. Created assessments and monitored student progress while facilitating discussions on blockchain technology.
January 2024 – Present
Lead Frontend Developer
CyberPay, Lagos, Nigeria
Leading the front-end development team, overseeing 3 developers. Re-architected the payment gateway from AngularJS to React, boosting performance by 40% and strengthening security. Built white-label capabilities for the payment gateway, increasing customer adoption by 10%. Conducted code reviews and introduced best practices to improve code quality.
May 2021 – December 2023
Lead Frontend Developer
Cyberspace, Lagos, Nigeria
Orchestrated the adoption of a responsive, mobile-first strategy and agile framework, resulting in a 30% efficiency gain and 20% reduction in delivery time. Componentized static assets in customer-facing apps, increasing First Contentful Paint by 10% and conversion rates by 20%. Architected an automated settlement system, resulting in 60% faster settlement.
February 2020 – June 2021
Frontend Engineer
Sterling Bank PLC, Lagos, Nigeria
Participated in the development of Healthbanc and Edubanc from ideation to improvement, reaching over 300,000 users. Developed a library of reusable components, improving development speed by 25%. Performed UX/UI design assessments, leading to a 15% increase in successful project launches and a 10% reduction in cycle time.