Hi, I'm Otito 👋
Backend Engineer | Python Developer. Building scalable systems with FastAPI, Django, and AWS.
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About

Backend Engineer skilled in building and maintaining scalable systems using Python, FastAPI, and Django. Experienced in API/System design, database management, and cloud deployment on AWS. Strong communicator with problem-solving, teamwork, and attention-to-detail skills. Passionate about using data and backend automation to improve connectivity and user experience.

My Projects

Check out my latest work

I've worked on a variety of projects, from simple websites to complex web applications. Here are a few of my favorites.

Triage AI

Developed a full-stack offline-first health-tech app with FastAPI, Supabase, and React Native to provide AI-driven triage in rural Nigeria. Improved response time by 50% and introduced local data handling mechanisms for low-connectivity areas.

FastAPI
React Native
Supabase
Python
AI/ML
Offline-First
Source

AutoLab

Built a Python ETL pipeline using Flask and PostgreSQL applying scikit-learn anomaly detection, boosting lab data accuracy by 25% and streamlining report processing. Optimized data throughput and backend performance for large-scale data operations.

Python
Flask
PostgreSQL
scikit-learn
ETL
Pandas
Source

Work Experience

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Phorion AI

oct 2025 - present
Software Engineer (Backend)
Engineered resilent backend systems for AI native systems
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Hammer Games

Mar 2024 - Oct 2024
Software Engineer Intern
Built RESTful APIs in FastAPI/Django for authentication, in-game events, and analytics. Implemented Redis caching and async programming, reducing response time by 35%. Optimized backend systems handling 50K+ daily active users with robust testing practices.
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Freelance

Nov 2023 - Present
Software Engineer
Delivered backend and full-stack solutions using Python (Django, FastAPI, Flask) and React. Integrated Mistral AI API for automation and analytics, reducing admin workload by 30%. Managed PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and Redis databases with Docker deployments on AWS. Implemented CI/CD pipelines and maintained high code quality through unit and integration testing.

Education

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University of Nigeria, Enugu

2019 - 2023
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS)

Skills

Python
FastAPI
Django
Flask
PostgreSQL
MySQL
MongoDB
Redis
AWS
Docker
Kubernetes
REST APIs
ETL
Apache Spark
Git
Hackathons

I like building things

Over a short period of time, I have participated in 11+ hackathons. People from around the country would come together and build incredible things in 2-3 days. It was eye-opening to see the endless possibilities brought to life by a group of motivated and passionate individuals.

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    AI Partner Catalyst: Accelerate Innovation

    Online

    Accelerating innovation through the Google Cloud partner ecosystem. $75,000 in prizes. 1605 participants.
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    FIBO Hackathon

    Online

    Build the Future of Creative Control with Scale. $30,000 in prizes. 858 participants.
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    Kiroween

    Online

    Build something wicked for Kiroween, our annual Halloween-themed hackathon where developers dare to code in dark mode. $100,000 in prizes. 3492 participants.
  • C

    Cloud Run Hackathon

    Online

    Build applications with Cloud Run. $50,000 in prizes. 3469 participants.
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    Google Chrome Built-in AI Challenge 2025

    Online

    Innovate with Intelligence: Build the Future of the Web with Gemini Nano and Chrome AI. $70,000 in prizes. 14181 participants.
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    Reddit and Kiro: Community Games Challenge

    Online

    Reddit and Kiro are hosting a virtual hackathon for the best community game! $45,000 in prizes. 1944 participants.
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    AWS AI Agent Global Hackathon

    Online

    Agents of change - building tomorrows AI solution today. $45,000 in prizes. 9530 participants.
  • B

    Baseline Tooling Hackathon

    Online

    Accelerate availability of modern web features. $10,000 in prizes. 2951 participants.
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    TiDB AgentX Hackathon 2025

    Online

    Forge Agentic AI for Real-World Impact. $30,500 in prizes. 2683 participants.
  • C

    Code with Kiro Hackathon

    Online

    A challenge for developers to explore Kiro, an AI IDE that works alongside you to turn ideas into production code with spec-driven development. $100,000 in prizes. 10001 participants.
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    SpaceHack 2025: Space Data Challenge

    Online

    Shaping the Future of Space Exploration through Data, AI, and Connectivity. $500 in prizes. 433 participants.
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