Hi, I'm Enoch
Backend Software Engineer · Java | Spring Boot | REST APIs
Richmond, VA
About Me
Detail-oriented Computer Science graduate (M.S., VCU) and backend developer with a strong foundation in Java and Spring Boot, REST API design, and relational databases. Experienced in building secure, scalable systems and deploying them on AWS with Docker, Terraform, and CI/CD. Backed by a security mindset and Cisco Networking & Cybersecurity certifications. Authorized to work in the US — no sponsorship required.
My primary focus is on designing reliable, high-performance backend services and crafting clean, well-documented APIs. I care deeply about the entire software lifecycle, emphasizing secure coding practices, code quality, system performance, and deploying with confidence using Docker and CI/CD pipelines. I am also actively expanding my knowledge in information security, compliance frameworks, and cloud infrastructure.
Originally from Ghana, now based in Richmond, VA. Outside of coding, I stay balanced and inspired by playing soccer and through photography, which trains my eye for detail and composition. I am always eager to connect, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful projects.
Education
Certifications
Skills
Experience
- Mentored 30+ students in Java and Python, improving assignment completion rates by 20%
- Optimized Python-based automated grading system, reducing grading time by 30%
- Built Java/Spring Boot backend services with RESTful APIs for small business clients
- Implemented secure CRUD operations, input validation, and exception handling
- Optimized MySQL/PostgreSQL schemas, improving query response times by 25%
- Developed Spring Boot REST APIs with MySQL, reducing transaction latency by 40%
- Ensured 99.9% data consistency across financial systems
- Collaborated in Agile teams using CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery
- Managed database backups, recovery operations, and NAS setup for 50+ users
- Maintained 100% uptime for critical academic tools during semester operations