George Arthur
Software Engineer
Passionate about creating efficient and scalable software solutions with modern technologies, focusing on user-centric design and development best practices.
Specialized in building scalable full-stack applications using Next.js (JavaScript/TypeScript), Node.js/Prisma, and MongoDB/PostgreSQL
About Me
As a passionate Software Engineer, I specialize in building robust and scalable applications. With a strong foundation in JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, and Python, I create seamless full-stack solutions that deliver exceptional user experiences.
My expertise extends to modern frameworks like Next.js, Express, Django and state management tools like Redux Toolkit (RTK). I'm committed to writing clean, efficient code and staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends to deliver cutting-edge solutions for my clients.
Frontend
React, Next.js, Vue.js, Angular
Backend
Express, Django
Database
MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Supabase, Firebase
Performance
Optimization, Caching, Profiling
Professional Experience
Jotella-Media-Group
USA (Remote from Accra)
April 2025 - Present
Senior Software Developer (Fullstack)
- •Developed and maintained fullstack features for BPOHomes’ real estate platform using React, TypeScript, Node.js, and Express, ensuring seamless integration between the frontend and backend systems.
- •Engineered dynamic, mobile-first user interfaces with React and Material-UI, optimizing property listings, search, and detail flows for real-time responsiveness and SEO performance.
- •Implemented RESTful and GraphQL APIs to handle property data, authentication, and agent-client communication, integrating with third-party services for geolocation and media storage.
- •Designed database schemas and optimized queries in PostgreSQL to support scalable data retrieval and transactional consistency across the platform.
- •Collaborated with designers, product managers, and backend engineers to deliver maintainable, modular components and robust service endpoints aligned with agile sprint goals.
Stradebase / BigSmoke Corp
UK (Remote from Accra)
April 2024 - Feb. 2025
Fullstack Web Engineer / Consultant
- •Architected and implemented fullstack solutions for Stradebase’s music-tech platform using Next.js (TypeScript), Node.js, and Supabase, delivering performant, secure, and data-driven user experiences for artists, promoters, and fans.
- •Developed and integrated responsive, accessible, and scalable user interfaces with React, Tailwind CSS, and Radix UI, optimizing for SEO and mobile-first performance.
- •Built and consumed RESTful and serverless APIs to handle user authentication, event management, and media uploads, ensuring efficient communication between frontend and backend services.
- •Designed and maintained database schemas in PostgreSQL via Prisma ORM, optimizing queries and ensuring reliable data persistence across multi-user workflows.
- •Collaborated with UI/UX designers, backend engineers, and product managers to translate Figma prototypes into production-ready features, leveraging agile methodologies and continuous integration pipelines for rapid iteration.
PromAI
Israel (Remote from Accra)
Sept. 2023 - Jan. 2024
Team Lead, Software Engineer
- •Led a cross-functional team of developers in designing, developing, and deploying fullstack features for PromAI’s software automation platform using React (TypeScript), Node.js, and PostgreSQL.
- •Architected scalable APIs and backend services to support data processing, authentication, and task automation workflows, ensuring reliable integration between frontend interfaces and microservices.
- •Collaborated closely with the product and design teams to translate user requirements into efficient, maintainable codebases with reusable UI components and RESTful endpoints.
- •Conducted code reviews, enforced best practices in version control, testing, and deployment pipelines, and maintained high standards of software quality and performance.
- •Mentored junior engineers, fostering best practices in fullstack development, debugging, and DevOps principles for continuous delivery.
Plendify B2B
Accra, Ghana (Remote)
2020 - July 2023
Software Engineer
- •Developed a B2B E-commerce frontend platform using React(Next.js)
- •Implemented microservice API for the rewards system of the B2B E-commerce website, using Node.js/MongoDB
- •Implemented a Node.js/MongoDB microservice to manage Google Merchant products catalog, using RabbitMQ as the queueing system
Nfortics
Dzorwulu, Ghana
2018 - 2020
Frontend Engineer
- •Built the frontend of the payment aggregator ERP system to simplify the process of accepting electronic payments
- •Integrated with a few 3rd-party services like Stripe, flutterwave and others
- •Maintained existing legacy projects of the company
- •Collaborated with backend developers to optimize API integrations.
Recent Projects
Skills & Expertise
Frontend Development
React.js, Next.js, Vue.js, Ember.js, Wordpress
Building responsive and interactive user interfaces with React and Next.js for optimal performance.
Backend Development
Node.js, Express, Django
Creating robust server-side applications with focus on scalability, clean architecture, and secured systems as well.
Database Management
MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL
Designing and implementing efficient database schemas and queries for optimal data management.
UI/UX Design
Tailwind CSS, Material UI, Figma
Crafting beautiful and intuitive user interfaces with modern design principles and frameworks.
Version Control
Git, GitHub
Managing code versions efficiently with Git and collaborating effectively through GitHub.
TypeScript
TypeScript, JavaScript
Writing type-safe code for better maintainability and developer experience.
State Management
Redux, Context API, Zustand
Managing complex application state with modern state management solutions.
API Development
REST
Designing and implementing efficient APIs for seamless data communication.
Web Performance
Optimization, SEO
Optimizing web applications for speed, accessibility, and search engine visibility.
Agile Methodologies
Scrum, Kanban
Working efficiently in agile environments with focus on continuous delivery.
Education
BSC in Engineering Science (Computer Engineering)
University of Ghana, Legon
2013 – 2017
Key Achievements:
- Graduated with honors
- Specialized in Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
- Completed capstone project on 'Self-Servicing Fuel Filling Station in Ghana'
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