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Divine A.

Abuja, Nigeria

$30/hr
4.6
6 jobs

I'm a Golang Engineer with several years of experience building high-performance and decentralized systems. I possess a deep understanding of backend development and blockchain technologies. In the Blockchain field, I specialize in building underlying Blockchain protocols, DHTs, P2P Networks (applicable in various fields such as telecommunication, health, finance, etc), decentralized apps, and so much more. I've successfully led cross-functional teams and architected complex systems across diverse industries, including fintech, logistics, edtech, and healthtech. This experience has honed my skills in building scalable, resilient, and secure applications.

  • Golang
  • Docker
  • RESTful API
  • Blockchain
  • Back-End Development
  • RESTful Architecture
  • PostgreSQL
  • SQL
  • NoSQL Database
  • Blockchain Development
  • IPFS
  • Cloud Services
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Amazon Web Services
Damilola A.

Lagos, Nigeria

$26/hr
4.7
19 jobs

🏆 Top Rated 🏆 100% JSS 🏆 Certified Golang Developer I am a Software Engineer with passion for efficient problem solving. With my 5 years overall experience and 4+ years of experience building Web Services and utilities with Golang, PostgreSQL and Docker. I've had the opportunity to hone my skills by working on multiple projects using different tools and Programming Languages. I am a team worker and a good communicator with strict adherence to deadlines. My Skills and Expertise include: ✔️Python ✔️NGINX ✔️Linux ✔️Golang ✔️.NET Framework ✔️HTTP ✔️Amazon Web Services ✔️C# ✔️Visual Basic ✔️Data Structures and Algorithms ✔️PostgreSQL ✔️Microsoft ✔️APIs ✔️GIT ✔️SaaS ✔️VB.Net ✔️Docker ✔️Bash ✔️Google Cloud I can complete tasks on a tight deadline with proper testing and well written code with comments for better readability. I can deliver the quality of work you are looking for

  • Golang
  • Docker
  • RESTful API
  • Python
  • Perl
  • Bash
  • Linux System Administration
  • C#
  • Bash Programming
  • C
  • Java
Charles O.

Enugu, Nigeria

$35/hr
4.9
4 jobs

I'm a software engineer with extensive experience crafting software solutions for diverse businesses across various industries. I've played a key role in developing and contributing to various applications, empowering startups and established companies. I'm happy to tackle your project, whether it's a brand-new idea or one that needs a helping hand. I can seamlessly integrate into existing projects or build your vision from the ground up. For server/back-end development, I write Golang, NodeJS(Express, Koa, NestJS), and occasionally, Python. I also work extensively with SQL(Postgres, MySQL) and NoSQL(MongoDB, Firebase, Cassandra) databases and have experience managing infrastructure across diverse platforms – AWS, GCP, and even traditional bare-metal Linux machines. I'm actively looking for engaging projects on Upwork. I'm always open to connecting and discussing how my skills and experience can contribute to your next project's success. Let's collaborate!

  • Golang
  • Docker
  • JavaScript
  • SQL
  • MongoDB
  • TypeScript
  • API Development
  • REST API
  • Amazon Web Services
  • PostgreSQL
  • Linux
  • Node.js
  • API Documentation
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • NestJS
Emmanuel O.

Nsukka, Nigeria

$20/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Experienced Full-Stack Javascript/PHP (Express / NestJS / Laravel/ Sveltekit/ Reactjs)/Golang Developer I'm a results-driven software engineer with 4+ years building robust web applications.I specialize in architecting and developing secure, scalable backends using ✳️ Laravel, ✳️ Golang, ✳️ NestJS, ✳️ Prisma, ✳️ PostgreSQL/MySQL/Mongodb, ✳️ GraphQL, ✳️ redis etc Backend and API Expertise ✅ Designing efficient REST APIs and database schemas ✅ Implementing complex business logic and validation flows ✅ Performance optimization and caching strategies ✅ Integrating third-party APIs like payment gateways ✅ Ensuring reliability, security, and data integrity ✅ Implementing authentication flows and access controls Frontend Skills ✅ Creating intuitive UIs using React, SvelteKit ✅ Consuming REST APIs and managing state ✅ Responsive layouts with Bootstrap and Tailwind CSS ✅ Implementing authentication flows and access controls Other Technologies and abilities ✅ Node.js, ✅ Express.js, ✅ MongoDB, ✅ Postgresql, ✅ Redis, ✅ Containerization with Docker and Kubernetes, ✅ Nginx ✅ CI/CD pipelines, ✅ Git version control ✅ Agile methodologies ✅ Developing NFT marketplaces and e-commerce platforms ✅ Writing Solidity smart contracts and unit tests ✅ Implementing web3 integrations with Ethereum, IPFS ✅ Building DApps with security and scalability in mind I have collaborated on projects for startups, agencies, and enterprises. Ready to leverage my expertise to build, improve, and maintain your critical web and blockchain systems. Let's discuss your needs - I can provide code samples and references from happy clients.

  • Golang
  • JavaScript
  • Laravel
  • NestJS
  • PostgreSQL
  • React
  • PHP
  • TypeScript
  • MySQL
  • MongoDB
  • GitHub
  • Svelte
  • Linux
Ekemini S.

Uyo, Nigeria

$50/hr
4.9
7 jobs

Hi 👋🏾 I’m Ekemini, I build and customise AI agents tailored to your business needs. Whether you need an AI-powered assistant, a retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) system, or automation for your workflows, I can help you design, develop, and deploy intelligent solutions. With a strong background in Golang development, technical writing, and developer advocacy, I bring both technical expertise and clear communication to every project. I ensure that the AI agents I build are not only high-performing and scalable but also easy to integrate and maintain. What I Can Do for You: Custom AI Agents: Build AI-driven chatbots, automation tools, and intelligent workflows RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) Systems: Implement AI solutions that retrieve and process relevant data Golang Backend Development: Build efficient and scalable APIs for AI applications Technical Documentation: Provide clear, developer-friendly documentation for your AI systems AI Agent Customisation: Fine-tune and adapt existing AI models to your unique requirements I work with OpenAI, LangChain, CopiloKit, CrewAI, Claude, LlamaIndex, MCPs, Pinecone and vector databases to build AI-powered applications that deliver real value. Let’s bring your AI vision to reality, message me to get started!

  • Golang
  • Technical Writing
  • API Documentation
  • Technical Documentation
  • Markdown
  • Content Research
  • Content Writing
  • Writing
  • Software Development
  • User Experience
  • Product Management
  • AI Product Management

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