LOLeo Ojigbo
Open to senior frontend roles · 2026

Leo Ojigbo

Senior Frontend Engineer

I build and ship production web and mobile applications—marketplaces, fintech, restaurant ops, and event platforms—for teams that care about performance, clarity, and maintainable UI.

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptReact Native

10+

Years React

15+

Years JavaScript

7

Case studies

2026

Open to roles

Case studies

Featured work

7 production projects with live deployments—each with problem, build, and outcome.

Return To Rootsweb

Return To Roots

Lead Frontend Engineer

Live production site at myreturntoroots.com with a distinct brand identity

Next.jsReact
Case study
Kanyiji - Made-in-Nigeria Marketplaceweb

Kanyiji - Made-in-Nigeria Marketplace

Lead Frontend Engineer

Production marketplace live at kanyiji.ng serving Made-in-Nigeria commerce

ReactNext.js
Case study
December in Lagosweb

December in Lagos

Frontend Engineer & Builder

Live platform at decemberinlagos.ng during peak Detty December season

ReactNext.js
Case study
Cocovest - Agricultural Investment Platformweb

Cocovest - Agricultural Investment Platform

Frontend Engineer

Award-winning platform (Best AgriTech Platform 2024) live at cocovest.ng

ReactNext.js
Case study
SmartMenu — Customer & Waiter Appsmobile

SmartMenu — Customer & Waiter Apps

Mobile Engineer — Customer & Waiter Apps

Production mobile suite live at smart-menu.app

React NativeExpo
Case study
PGRaters MobileAppMobile

PGRaters MobileApp

Frontend Lead — Mobile

Production mobile app available at pgraters.com/download

React NativeTypeScript
Case study
Yarn Mobilemobile

Yarn Mobile

Mobile / Frontend Engineer

Production mobile app live with download at musicyarns.com/download

React NativeExpo
Case study

Including 25 additional production and side projects

Experience

Professional journey

10+ years in frontend engineering—React and React Native in production, from IC work to leading teams at startups and enterprise.

UI Mobile DeveloperFeatured

Deloitte

Mar 2026 - Present
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Co-FounderFeatured

Studio 234 Technology Consulting

Mar 2026 - Present
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Chief Technology OfficerFeatured

House of Sounds

Mar 2026 - Present
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Full-Stack Engineer (Frontend-Focused) / Co-FounderFeatured

Studio 234 Technology Consulting

Jan 2025 - Feb 2026
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Chief Technology Officer (Frontend Engineer)Featured

House of Sounds

Jan 2024 - Feb 2026
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Senior Frontend Engineer (React / React Native)Featured

Optimus AI Labs

Oct 2024 - Oct 2025
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Head of Engineering / Frontend EngineerFeatured

Cecure Intelligence Limited

Nov 2023 - Sep 2025
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Lead Frontend EngineerFeatured

Cecure Intelligence Limited

Nov 2021 - Nov 2023
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Frontend EngineerFeatured

Cecure Intelligence Limited

Nov 2021 - Nov 2023
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Web DeveloperFeatured

Pando LED Lights

Jan 2020 - Apr 2021
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Web DeveloperFeatured

AlignFlux

Feb 2019 - Sep 2019
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Graduate AssistantFeatured

European University of Lefke

Dec 2017 - Feb 2019
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IT Manager / App DeveloperFeatured

Lyncrest International College

Dec 2013 - Feb 2017
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About

Skills & background

Frontend engineer with 15+ years of JavaScript and 10+ years of React—building production web and mobile apps with modern tooling.

About me

Senior Frontend Engineer with strong experience building and shipping production web and mobile applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, and React Native. Proven track record of leading frontend initiatives, improving performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, user-focused products.

Background spans startups, consulting, and enterprise environments. Passionate about modern frontend technologies, performance optimization, and creating intuitive, delightful user experiences.

Frontend EngineerReact SpecialistReact Native DeveloperJavaScript ExpertTypeScript DeveloperUI/UX DeveloperNext.js DeveloperWeb DeveloperMobile DeveloperPerformance ExpertResponsive DesignModern CSS

Technical expertise

My frontend expertise spans React, React Native, TypeScript, and modern web technologies, with a focus on creating responsive, performant, and accessible user interfaces.

React

Frontend
Proficiency90%
5/5

React Native

Mobile
Proficiency85%
4.5/5

JavaScript

Language
Proficiency95%
5/5

Next.js

Framework
Proficiency85%
4.5/5

TypeScript

Language
Proficiency80%
4/5

HTML/CSS

Frontend
Proficiency90%
5/5

Tailwind CSS

Styling
Proficiency85%
4.5/5

Node.js

Runtime
Proficiency75%
4/5

Git

Tools
Proficiency88%
4.5/5

NestJS

Backend
Proficiency70%
4/5

Express.js

Backend
Proficiency75%
4/5

MongoDB

Database
Proficiency70%
3.5/5

PostgreSQL

Database
Proficiency65%
3.5/5

AWS

Cloud
Proficiency80%
4/5

Docker

DevOps
Proficiency65%
3.5/5

Python

Language
Proficiency70%
3.5/5

GraphQL

API
Proficiency65%
3.5/5

Redux

State Management
Proficiency80%
4/5

Professional achievements

A timeline of professional growth, certifications, and continuous learning.

2026

3 achievements

  • UI Mobile Developer at Deloitte — mobile UI, QA, and ALM scenario execution
  • Co-Founder at Studio234 (from March 2026)
  • CTO at House of Sounds (from March 2026)

2025

7 achievements

  • Co-founded Studio234 - Creative Digital Agency
  • Led Mobile SDK Engineering at Optimus AI Labs
  • Launched Cocovest Agricultural Investment Platform
  • Built Advanced GSAP Animation Systems
  • Delivered 6+ Production Web & Mobile Applications
  • Mastered Multi-Framework Development (React, Vue, Angular)
  • Architected Scalable Frontend Solutions for Multiple Startups

2024

8 achievements

  • Co-founded MyAuct.bid - Online Auction Platform (CTO)
  • Appointed CTO at The House Of Sounds (UK)
  • Mobile App Developer at Optimus AI Labs
  • AWS Certified Developer Associate
  • Google Workspace Deployment Services Credentials
  • Built ML/AI-powered solutions (OCR, Liveness Detection, Fingerprint Comparison)
  • Developed Cecurestream, Cecurecast, and Cecure Findme platforms
  • Read: Good to Great, The E-Myth, Total Money Makeover, Who Moved My Cheese, Raising Millions

2023

10 achievements

  • Co-founded Lab11 Ltd as Chief Technology Officer
  • Promoted to Head of Engineering Operations at CECURE INTELLIGENCE (Nov 2023)
  • Built AI-powered enterprise solutions for Lab11
  • Launched TurboGames by Lab11 - Gaming Platform
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
  • AWS re/Start Accredited Instructor
  • Meta Frontend Developer Certificate
  • IBM: Test Driven Development, Microservices, Kubernetes, DevOps
  • AWS Partner: Sales & Cloud Quest Accreditation
  • Led frontend teams delivering client projects

2022

7 achievements

  • Built Etiaba - All-in-one Accounting Software
  • Developed Jously - Digital Card Platform
  • Created multiple ML demo applications for CECURE INTELLIGENCE
  • Professional Scrum Master (PSM 1) Certification
  • JSE Certified JavaScript Programmer
  • AWS Partner: Business & Technical Accreditation
  • Enhanced frontend architecture patterns at CECURE INTELLIGENCE

2021

7 achievements

  • Joined CECURE INTELLIGENCE as Frontend Engineer
  • Transitioned from PANDO LED LIGHTS to CECURE INTELLIGENCE
  • Started building enterprise-grade React applications
  • Co-created CIL Academy 'Zero to Techie' curriculum
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • Python Certified Entry-Level Programmer
  • Began mentoring junior frontend developers

2020

4 achievements

  • IT Business Manager at PANDO LED LIGHTS
  • Led digital transformation and frontend development initiatives
  • Managed branding, content creation, and digital marketing
  • Implemented web solutions for customer engagement

2019

6 achievements

  • MSc in Computer Engineering - Thesis: 'Emotion Recognition in Text' (ML/NLP)
  • Started professional frontend career at AlignFlux (Cyprus)
  • Developed full-stack applications with Python/Django
  • Applied Machine Learning research to real-world applications
  • Transitioned from academia to professional software development
  • Built foundational backend and database skills

2017

7 achievements

  • Started using React.js - Beginning of frontend specialization
  • Teaching Assistant at European University of Lefke
  • Taught C programming to university students
  • Personal development in React.js, Python, and C#
  • Researched Machine Learning for MSc thesis (Emotion Recognition in Text)
  • Completed MSc Computer Engineering coursework
  • Built interactive web applications with React

2013

4 achievements

  • Diploma in Computer Engineering
  • Oracle 11g DBA Certification
  • Started IT Manager role at Lyncrest International College
  • Developed Android mobile application for educational content

2012

1 achievements

  • BSc Mathematics & Computer Science

2010

2 achievements

  • Started JavaScript programming journey
  • Foundation of frontend development career

Writing

Latest insights

Thoughts on frontend engineering, shipping in production, and building products that hold up over time.

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Open to senior frontend roles and select contract work. React, Next.js, and React Native.

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I'm open to discussing full-time frontend roles, contract work, and interesting product builds. Based in Texas, available remote.

Texas, USA · Remote / Hybrid

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Leo Ojigbo

Senior Frontend Engineer — React, Next.js, TypeScript, React Native. Shipping production web and mobile products.

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