Sharon Lawal
Operations Executive | Project Manager | Software Engineer
Email:sharonayolawal@gmail.comPhone:+234 913 418 0175LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/sharon-lawal-9b7289261/GitHub:github.com/thistechbabe1Website:sharonlawal.tech
Profile
Software Engineer with experience building web applications using Angular, React, and TypeScript. Gained hands-on experience in API integration, feature development, and cross-functional collaboration through internships at Remita Payment Services Limited (RPSL) and DavTech. Strong foundation in problem-solving and delivering user-focused solutions, complemented by a proven track record in operations leadership, event management, and cross-functional team coordination across large-scale technical programmes. Brings a blend of technical expertise, organizational skills, and adaptability, with an interest in opportunities that combine technology, operations, and management.
Education
B.Sc. Software Engineering2022-2026
Babcock University · Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria
- ◆Cumulative GPA: 4.58 / 5.00
- ◆Relevant Coursework: Data Structures & Algorithms, Operating Systems, Web Development, Model-Based Software Engineering, Software Security Engineering, Programming in Java, Embedded Systems, Object-Oriented Software Development, Linux System Administration, Artificial Intelligence & Applications
Professional Experience
Frontend Developer
- ◆Built and maintained the Computer Club's primary web platform utilizing modern frontend frameworks (React/Next.js), ensuring cross-browser compatibility and optimized load times.
- ◆Contributed to code reviews and upheld coding standards across development team projects.
Frontend Developer Intern
· Hybrid
- ◆Developed and shipped production-ready Angular and TypeScript components integrated into a platform serving millions of active users across Nigeria.
- ◆Integrated RESTful APIs across 3+ frontend modules, enabling real-time data exchange between frontend and backend services.
- ◆Collaborated with frontend and QA teams to build responsive, cross-device web components, reducing reported UI defects through thorough pre-release testing.
- ◆Participated in structured code reviews across a team of 6+ engineers, maintaining code quality and consistency on GitLab.
- ◆Conducted thorough application testing to identify and resolve bugs prior to production deployment.
Web Developer Intern
· Remote
- ◆Developed both frontend and backend components for web applications, delivering end-to-end features.
- ◆Implemented Firebase for database management and user authentication across multiple client projects.
- ◆Improved existing applications by adding new features and resolving performance bottlenecks.
- ◆Managed version control with GitHub, gaining experience in collaborative branching and conflict resolution.
Projects
Angular · Node.js · MongoDB
- ◆Created a platform for developers to track coding progress, document learnings, and organise technical notes, with a focus on clean, distraction-free UI.
React · Tailwind CSS
- ◆Built a fully responsive e-commerce site for an innovative footwear brand, showcasing collections with optimised layouts for desktop and mobile.
Leadership & Community Involvement
Vice President (Operations)
- ◆Oversaw the operational lifecycle of 3 cross-functional student-led projects across 3 teams within 4 months, with 3 projects reaching live deployment.
- ◆Coordinated 20+ contributors across parallel product teams, bridging engineering execution and strategic delivery timelines to ensure on-schedule releases.
Head of Operations
- ◆Led operational coordination for a 3-day industry summit with 1,000+ attendees, managing logistics for 9 industry speakers including representatives from Google, Mastercard, and Moniepoint.
- ◆Coordinated across 8 external partners and oversaw ₦5,000,000 in secured sponsorships, managing resource allocation and timelines between speakers, sponsors, and field trip organizers.
Head of Student Volunteers
- ◆Managed 53 student volunteers across 7 operational units, maintaining alignment and smooth execution throughout the summit.
- ◆Supported coordination of startup pitching sessions featuring 29 startups and 8 judges, standardising slide submission and technical processes to prevent live-session disruptions.
Operations Lead
- ◆Coordinated operations for a community of 300+ active members, achieving approximately 70% member retention across the academic year.
- ◆Planned and executed 5 monthly meetups (averaging 100 attendees each) and 10 weekly sessions (averaging 50 participants per session).
- ◆Led cross-functional collaboration across community relations, marketing, and technical teams of 10+ organizers, tracking event metrics to improve future programming.
Community Relations Lead
- ◆Reached out to external companies and organisations to establish partnerships for on-campus tech events.
- ◆Wrote formal partnership proposals and collaborated across teams to plan and execute successful tech workshops and meetups.
Technical Skills
| Frontend | JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, React, Angular, Next.js, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap |
| Backend & Databases | Node.js, REST APIs, MongoDB, Firebase, Supabase |
| Cloud & DevOps | Git, GitHub, GitLab, AWS, Azure |
| Tools | Visual Studio Code, Trello, Notion |
| Practices | Agile Methodologies, Responsive Design, Version Control, Testing & Debugging, Component-Based Architecture |
| Management | Event Planning, Stakeholder Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Coordination, Project Management |