Software Developer
Accra, Ghana — West Africa (UTC)
I've helped startups solve problems through software—automating e-commerce workflows, building real-time collaboration tools, and creating component libraries that speed up development. I contribute across the stack, from frontend to backend, databases, and automated deployment.
Lead Software Engineer · Jul 2024 - Present
Building EV charging infrastructure and smart hardware solutions for Africa's clean energy transition. Developing platforms for charging station management, vehicle sales, and service operations.
Lead Frontend Developer · Jul 2024 - Present
Software agency building solutions for multiple clients including forecourt automation and therapy consultation platforms. Architected reusable frontend frameworks and component libraries used across client projects.
Lead Frontend Developer · Nov 2024 - Aug 2025
Led frontend engineering teams building EV charging station management platform serving multiple providers. Delivered admin dashboards, customer portals, and real-time monitoring systems.
Full-stack Developer · May 2023 - Jul 2024
Built e-commerce workflow automation platform integrating payment processing, shipping logistics, and inventory management. Developed custom CMS for merchants to manage storefronts and products. Built and maintained open-source UI library for apps.
Frontend Developer · Jun 2023 - Sep 2023
Built Chrome extension to enhance customer interaction with project issues. Initiated redesign of company website and redesigned Playa Hotels and Resorts website.
Frontend Developer · May 2022 - Feb 2023
Developed team collaboration platform with task tracking, messaging, and calendar scheduling. Built cross-platform desktop application with real-time data synchronization.
Frontend Developer · Dec 2020 - Aug 2022
Created geospatial, geosocial, and geocivic software solutions to connect and empower communities. Built products from scratch with user-friendly UI designs and contributed to in-house component library. Implemented event monitoring schema for data-driven feature prioritisation.
Gyen is one of the smartest engineers I have ever worked with, his natural talent for problem solving, his ability to ask the right questions and proactiveness sets him apart from most engineers in the same skill bracket, if I had a product to build I would 100% choose to have him on my team
Gyen was a fantastic resource for our team, allowing us to complete several projects quickly, efficiently, and to the satisfaction of our customers. His communication throughout each project was exceptional, and you couldn't ask for a more positive team member. Gyen clearly loves web technology and consistently demonstrates a strong eagerness to learn and expand his skill set. Despite being located outside the US, Gyen went above and beyond to accommodate our time zone differences, ensuring timely collaboration and delivery. He consistently demonstrated flexibility and commitment, making complex schedules feel seamless. I highly recommend Gyen for any team looking for a dedicated, skilled, and enthusiastic professional.
I had the pleasure of working with Gyen Abubakar on a project where we developed an app called 'Specta' - a workflow management software that was ceased in February 2023 due to financial issues. Gyen was an incredible collaborator throughout the entire process - from ideation to deployment. He demonstrated strong attention to detail and technical proficiency in utilizing top-of-the-line technologies such as Sveltekit, TailwindCSS, and Firebase. I definitely recommend Gyen Abubakar to anybody looking for a tech partner that is not just knowledgeable and talented but also communicative and trustworthy.
I can trust Gyen with anything, he's a great communicator and highly skilled developer. There isn't a problem he can't solve.
I had the pleasure of meeting Gyen in senior high school around 2018, where he was a senior to me. He introduced me to the world of technology and programming, and I still remember the day he taught me the basics of web development. His patience and expertise were evident even back then, and he provided me with valuable tutorials to kickstart my journey. I'm thrilled to see him excelling in his career, and I wholeheartedly recommend his skills in software development. He is a talented professional, and I'm grateful for the impact he's had on my own journey in tech.
Vue.js 
Nuxt.js 
React 
Svelte 
TypeScript 
JavaScript 
Node.js 
Go 
Swift 
PostgreSQL 
Supabase 
Firebase 
Redis 
GraphQL 
Tailwind CSS 
Docker 
Google Cloud 
Cloudflare 
Fly.io 
Storybook 
