SENIOR MANAGER - SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Kwame Owusu-Boakye
A Senior Software Engineering Leader with 10+ years of experience modernizing fintech and cloud-native systems. Proven leader of large-scale data integration, with expertise in AWS, distributed systems, Scala/Spark, DevOps, security, and risk management.
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Building Solutions That Scale
With over a decade of programming experience, I specialize in crafting robust software solutions that address complex business challenges. My expertise spans from low-level embedded systems to high-scale cloud architectures.
Currently serving as a Senior Manager at Nasdaq Verafin, I lead conversion projects migrating banks from legacy platforms to scalable solutions while managing risks and collaborating across teams to resolve complex data challenges.
Education
MASc Computer Engineering
Memorial University of Newfoundland
09/2019 - 06/2021 | St John's, NL, Canada
BSc Computer Engineering
University of Ghana
08/2008 - 05/2012 | Legon, Accra, Ghana
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Skills & Technologies
Programming Languages
Frameworks & Libraries
Cloud & Infrastructure
Databases & Data Platforms
Embedded & Hardware
Other Tools
CAREER PATH
Work Experience
Senior Manager - Software Engineering
Nasdaq Verafin
07/2025 - Present
St John's, NL, Canada
- Lead multiple large-scale bank conversion initiatives, migrating clients from legacy data integration platforms to a modern, scalable Enterprise Data Platform (EDP).
- Provide strategic technical leadership across cross-functional teams (engineering, product, QA, and client stakeholders) to ensure successful platform transitions.
- Contribute to roadmap planning by aligning engineering execution with business priorities, regulatory requirements, and scalability goals.
- Strengthen delivery predictability by enforcing engineering standards around testing, validation, and deployment readiness.
- Act as a technical escalation point for complex integration and data issues, ensuring rapid resolution and minimal client impact
Senior Software Developer (formerly Data Integration Developer)
Nasdaq Verafin
06/2021 - 07/2025
St John's, NL, Canada
- Designed, developed, and maintained scalable data integration pipelines using Scala, Spark SQL, and AWS, supporting complex client data lake environments.
- Integrated and supported multiple banking systems, including Core Banking, ACH, Wire, and Check21, ensuring accurate and reliable financial data processing.
- Resolved high-priority production and operational issues by diagnosing data, performance, and integration failure across distributed systems.
- Mentored junior developers and new team members, accelerating onboarding and reinforcing best practices in data engineering.
- Conducted rigorous code reviews and risk assessments to uphold software quality, security, and maintainability standards
Software Development Manager
Zentech IT Solutions Limited
01/2017 - 08/2019
Accra, Ghana
- Enhanced Payroll/HR modules within the ZenHRM system with Employee Self-Service, Claims, and Loan Management
- Integrated LDAP authentication for enterprise directory services and centralized user management
- Created a recruitment module to expand ZenHRM capabilities
- Engaged with customers to discuss and implement software improvements
- Provided leadership to developers by assigning tasks and maintaining code quality
- Orchestrated continuous integration and deployment processes
Software Developer
National Trust Holding Company Limited
09/2012 - 12/2016
Accra, Ghana
- Spearheaded development and enhancement of diverse investment products
- Implemented system administration protocols, optimizing server performance
- Executed critical database administrative duties including backup strategies and schema design
- Oversaw Linux systems and network infrastructure operations
- Supervised team members and established clear objectives
PERSONAL WORK
Projects
Skill Match AI
AI-powered career and hiring intelligence platform that connects job seekers and employers based on skills and experience using machine learning and resume analysis.
TransactIQ
PrivateAll-in-one donation and financial tracking platform for churches and charities with automated tax receipt generation and contribution management.
Rivet Sales Blueprint Builder
Structured end-to-end sales strategy system designed to help early-stage and founder-led companies build traction and grow revenue faster through tailored GTM plans.
CREDENTIALS
Certifications
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
Expires Jan 13, 2028
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
Expires Jan 13, 2028
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
Expires Jan 13, 2028
AWS Certified Data Engineer – Associate
Expires May 21, 2028
AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer – Associate
Expires Jun 1, 2028
AWS Certified AI Practitioner
Expires Jun 1, 2028
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Expires Jun 1, 2028
HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (003)
Expires Jul 1, 2026
Accelerating Manager Potential
Issued Nov 27, 2025
Professional Development
Leadership Bootcamp
Nasdaq Verafin
12/2023 - 02/2024
Intensive program on communication, team building, conflict resolution, and strategic decision-making.
Dale Carnegie Course
Dale Carnegie Training
05/2022 - 09/2022
Focused on communication, leadership, public speaking, persuasion, and relationship building.
AWS Architecture Workshop
AWS Training & Certification
05/2022
Workshop on AWS cloud architecture principles including scalability, security, and high availability.
GIVING BACK
Volunteer Experience
DevOps Engineer
Inkling Ops.
08/2023 - Present
Creators of Meno, a mobile devotional app. Overseeing AWS Cloud infrastructure with Terraform, managing release automation with AWS CodeBuild/CodePipeline and Kubernetes.
Volunteer
Google Developer Group
02/2022 - Present | St John's, NL, Canada
Contributing to planning and execution of DevFest events, managing registrations, coordinating speaker arrangements, and mentoring new developers.
GET IN TOUCH
Let's Work Together
I'm always interested in hearing about new opportunities, challenging projects, or just having a conversation about technology and software development.