The intersection of artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and software engineering is shaping the future of digital transformation worldwide. At the forefront of this evolution is Ridwan Akinfenwa, an
Software Engineer | MBA in Artificial Intelligence Specialization |Smart Contracts Security & Blockchain
accomplished Software Engineer, Smart Contracts Auditor, and AI-driven Innovator, with over seven years of experience designing and delivering groundbreaking solutions.
Ridwan’s career bridges the worlds of full-stack development, blockchain engineering, and AI integration. His expertise includes technologies such as Python, FastAPI, Solidity, React, Node.js, Laravel, and Web3.js, which he has applied to projects ranging from DeFi solutions to enterprise-grade software platforms. His unique blend of technical expertise and strategic business insight, reinforced by an MBA with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence, positions him as a leader in building scalable, secure, and business-aligned digital solutions.
Beyond software, Ridwan’s career demonstrates versatility and leadership—whether developing smart lending and borrowing protocols, auditing smart contracts for security, or creating AI-powered enrichment pipelines. His ability to align technology with business strategy has led to impactful contributions in startups and enterprises across Nigeria, the United States, and beyond.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SNAPSHOT
| Role & Timeframe | Organization | Key Focus & Contributions |
| Lead Full Stack & AI Integrations Engineer (Jun 2025 – Aug 2025) | Miela Digital, Chile | Integrated OpenAI GPT API for metadata enrichment; built modular enrichment pipelines syncing 10,000+ streamer records; engineered real-time analytics dashboards; reduced data inconsistency from 90%+ to <5%. |
| Lead Smart Contracts Auditor (Security Researcher) (Nov 2023 – Jan 2025) | SmartHub Innovations, Nigeria | Conducted smart contracts security audits; improved blockchain systems reliability and compliance. |
| Software Engineer Project Lead (Sep 2019 – Jan 2025) | SmartHub Innovations, Nigeria | Directed engineering teams; led development of financial software, LMS, EMR systems, and blockchain-based products. |
| Senior Software Engineer (Aug 2023 – Jan 2025) | Tech Dynasty Services, USA | Built scalable software solutions; contributed to cross-border projects using Python, FastAPI, and modern frameworks. |
| Co-Founder (Nov 2021 – Feb 2023) | Strapy Finance, Lagos | Developed DeFi lending and borrowing protocols with Solidity and React; integrated credit score algorithms; deployed tokens for blockchain finance. |
| Software Developer (Oct 2022 – Jan 2023) | DOKTORZZ | Built responsive, customized websites; enhanced engagement with optimized themes and plugins. |
| Senior Blockchain Engineer (Jan 2022 – Sep 2022) | dFund | Designed and deployed Ethereum DeFi contracts; collaborated on lending/borrowing platforms with Solidity and Hardhat. |
| Development Team Lead (Nov 2019 – Sep 2022) | Traddex Store, Nigeria | Supervised development team; designed feature-rich applications with PHP; optimized code efficiency. |
| Blockchain Developer (Dec 2021 – Jan 2022) | Koraplay | Built blockchain-based features and applications. |
| Smart Contracts Auditor (Sep 2021 – Nov 2021) | Ethereum Foundation | Conducted contract audits to strengthen blockchain security and compliance. |
| Website Developer (Sep 2020 – Jun 2021) | Subjeeta | Developed websites; maintained performance and functionality. |
EDUCATION
- Master of Business Administration (MBA), Artificial Intelligence Specialization – Nexford University (2024)
- Bachelor’s Degree, Forestry and Wood Technology – Federal University of Technology, Akure (2017 – 2021)
CERTIFICATIONS
- Complete Solidity Course (Zero to Expert)
- Advanced Business Foundations
- Ethereum Blockchain Developer Bootcamp with Solidity
- Project Management Professional Basics (PMP)
- AI in Business Essential Training
TOP SKILLS
- Blockchain Development (Solidity, Web3.js, Hardhat, Foundry)
- Full Stack Development (Python, Node.js, React, PHP, Laravel)
- AI & Data Analysis (OpenAI API, FastAPI, Streamlit)
- Smart Contracts Auditing & Security Research
- REST APIs & Modular Pipelines
- Strategic Project Leadership
Ridwan Akinfenwa exemplifies the new era of professionals who seamlessly blend technical innovation with strategic business acumen. His journey reflects resilience, creativity, and impact across multiple industries, from blockchain finance to AI-powered analytics.
As he continues to innovate in blockchain engineering, smart contract auditing, and AI integrations, Ridwan remains committed to one mission: to create secure, scalable, and intelligent digital solutions that drive global progress.
LinkedIn Profile URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ridwan-akinfenwa/?jobid=1234
