Mathias Kofi Bassaw
Data Scientist
Based in Accra, Ghana
About
I'm a dedicated software engineer with a strong interest in data science. Through years of crafting solutions and collaborating with teams, I've built a foundation in programming, design, and agile methodologies. While I'm proud of my software engineering accomplishments, I've discovered a passion for data's transformative power. I'm eager to transition into data science, combining my technical skills with expertise in statistics, machine learning, and data visualization. My holistic understanding of the development cycle, from concept to deployment, sets me apart and aligns well with data science projects. I'm seeking opportunities to contribute my unique blend of skills to projects that uncover insights, build models, and drive innovation through data-driven strategies.
Skills
Projects
Experience
2020 - Date
Senior Software Engineer at CalBank PLC
Architectural Design and Decision-Making, Code Reviews and Quality Assurance, Mentoring and Coaching, Technical Leadership, Problem Solving and Troubleshooting, Project Management, Documentation, Continual Learning and Innovation, Collaboration and Communication,
2019 - Date
Head of Technology and Co-founder at U&I Devops
Technology Strategy, Leadership and Team Management, Technical Decision-Making, Budgeting and Resource Allocation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Innovation and Research, Vendor and Partner Management, Risk Management and Security, Project Oversight, Technology Evangelism, Process Improvement, Change Management, Talent Acquisition and Development, Metrics and Reporting, Strategic Partnerships, Crisis Management,
2017 - 2019
Team Lead Innovation and Development at Heritage Bank Ghana Ltd
Team Leadership and Management, Technical Strategy and Planning, Project Oversight, Technical Decision-Making, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Process Improvement, Talent Acquisition and Development, Technical Quality and Best Practices, Innovation and Technology Adoption, Performance Measurement and Reporting, Resource Allocation and Budgeting, Conflict Resolution, Continuous Improvement, Technical Evangelism, Risk Management and Security
2015 - 2017
Software Engineer at Guaranty Trust Bank
Requirements Analysis, Design and Architecture, Coding and Implementation, Testing and Debugging, Version Control, Code Reviews, Documentation, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Continuous Learning, Performance Optimization, Security Considerations, Refactoring and Maintenance, Code Deployment, Collaborative Tools, Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD), Customer Support and Feedback
2014-2015
Teaching Assistant at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Organize and conduct tutorials, Mark examination scripts, Review long Essay/Project work
2014 -2015
Mobile Developer at FarmerLine Ltd
Requirement Analysis, Design and Architecture, Coding and Implementation, Mobile Platform Guidelines, App Testing, Integration of APIs and Services, User Feedback Incorporation, Performance Optimization, Multi-Device Support, Version Control, Code Reviews, App Store Submission, Cross-Platform Development, Push Notifications, Offline Functionality, Security Measures, Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD), User Analytics, Documentation, Platform Updates, User Support
2012 - 2014
Mobile developer at 4on technologies
Requirement Analysis, Design and Architecture, Coding and Implementation, Mobile Platform Guidelines, App Testing, Integration of APIs and Services, User Feedback Incorporation, Performance Optimization, Multi-Device Support, Version Control, Code Reviews, App Store Submission, Cross-Platform Development, Push Notifications, Offline Functionality, Security Measures, Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD), User Analytics, Documentation, Platform Updates, User Support
Education
2023-2024
Data science at ALX
2022 - 2024
Msc Data Science at University of East London
2022 - 2022
Project ManagementProject Management Professional (PMP)®
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2018-2020
MBA Finance at University of Ghana
2010-2014
Bsc Computer Science at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology