Nelson Ogueh
Nelson Ogueh

Lead Web Developer

Open to offers · Member since 9 Nov 2026
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Desired salary
Unspecified
Work preference
Remote Only / Full Time, Part Time, Contract, Freelance, Temporary
Experience level
Lead

About

Professional summary

I am a lead web developer with over seven years of experience building fast, responsive, accessible, and reliable websites and web applications. My core expertise spans WordPress, React, Node.js, PHP, and modern CMS-driven platforms.

I build custom WordPress themes, plugins, Gutenberg blocks, WooCommerce solutions, and API integrations. I also develop React web applications, React Native mobile products, Node.js REST APIs, admin dashboards, and AI-powered tools.

I focus on translating Figma designs and business requirements into polished, mobile-first user experiences. My work includes wireframing, UI design, responsive frontend implementation, and creating maintainable reusable components.

I have delivered more than 90 websites and digital products for agencies, startups, educational institutions, and direct clients. I work effectively with remote, cross-functional teams and have led backend and product-development initiatives.

I am experienced in improving SEO, Core Web Vitals, page speed, security, uptime, and site stability. I use analytics, testing, automation, and AI-assisted development workflows to ship high-quality solutions efficiently.

I am based in Lagos, Nigeria, available for remote opportunities, and open to relocation.

Notice period: Immediately

Skills

37 capabilities

Tech stack & tools

Working toolkit

Application Hosting

Collaboration

Communications

Design

Marketing and Sales Tools

Experience

Career history

Founder and Lead Developer Jazital, Inc.

Led end-to-end delivery of websites, web applications, mobile applications, WordPress plugins, and AI-powered products. Built the Penkz Care and Assisted Travels WordPress website, including accessible service pages, travel listings, booking content, and inquiry forms.

Developed KorrectBuy as a multi-vendor marketplace with a React/Vite web application, React Native mobile app, Node.js REST backend, admin platform, and WordPress/WooCommerce plugin. Built Axon AI and Lumen AI using React, Node.js, Electron, and LLM APIs; designed product interfaces in Figma; delivered ride-hailing and delivery platforms; and created a suite of more than 12 custom WordPress plugins.

WordPress Developer ICL Digital (formerly Staxo Group)

Delivered more than 50 client websites and web systems, converting Figma designs into responsive, high-performance WordPress themes and interfaces. Developed custom plugins, Gutenberg blocks, reusable components, REST APIs, and third-party integrations.

Used GA4, Google Search Console, Lighthouse, and PageSpeed Insights to diagnose SEO, indexing, speed, and content issues. Delivered optimization work that increased organic traffic by up to 30%, ran A/B tests, resolved production issues, and collaborated with design, content, and marketing teams through launch.

Back End Developer (Contract) Codes and Cogs

Maintained server-side functionality for WordPress and Drupal websites, including custom plugins, modules, templates, and integrations.

Built REST endpoints for third-party services, migrated legacy content across CMS platforms with URL mapping and redirects, and improved PHP codebases by addressing slow queries and security vulnerabilities.

WordPress Developer (Contract) Codelab LLC

Built high-fidelity WordPress websites using Elementor, Divi, and WPBakery. Created reusable widgets, shortcodes, custom post types, and taxonomies for modular client content management.

Integrated HubSpot and Mailchimp with website forms and marketing workflows. Improved page-speed performance to 90+ scores through Lighthouse-based profiling, caching, lazy loading, and Drupal site maintenance.

WordPress Developer (Contract) NASD Plc

Led the frontend redevelopment of the NASD Enterprise Portal, improving responsive behavior and accessibility across devices.

Built ACF-powered content templates for non-technical staff and integrated the TradingView charting library through a custom WordPress plugin. Converted stakeholder requirements into technical specifications and documentation.

Senior WordPress Developer Magnum Stitches

Led a full website redesign based on Lighthouse and PageSpeed audits, reducing page load time by 50%.

Built an internal order-tracking dashboard and WooCommerce extensions for customized checkout and payment workflows. Automated manual business processes to support operational growth.

WordPress Developer (Freelance) King Flash Photography

Built and launched a photography portfolio website with a custom WordPress theme, galleries, and booking forms.

Trained staff on content publishing and SEO practices to support ongoing management of the site.

Backend Developer ICT-YEP

Led a backend team of four engineers delivering secure, performance-ready RESTful APIs across multiple projects.

Designed API endpoints, authentication flows, and data models; reviewed code; and established weekly deliverables to keep project work on schedule.

Senior WordPress Developer (Freelance) iCoachweb

Delivered full-featured WooCommerce e-commerce websites by developing and maintaining custom WordPress themes and plugins.

Added login protection and two-factor authentication, optimized queries and cron jobs, and established coding standards for maintainable and scalable plugin and theme development.

Web and Software Developer (Freelance) All Saints University School of Medicine

Built the medical school's website with program, faculty, and course listings, along with admissions inquiry forms.

Delivered a structured web presence that supported prospective-student information and admissions workflows.

Web Developer (Freelance) Federal University Oye-Ekiti

Built mobile-friendly university websites with reusable templates and publishing workflows.

Enabled non-technical staff to publish news and manage website content independently.

Mobile Application Developer (Freelance) Nigeria Spelling Bee

Built a mobile application for a national spelling competition, including registration, word lists, practice flows, quizzes, scoring, and participant features.

Connected the application to backend services for content and participant data management.

Education

Learning history

Federal University, Otuoke

BSc, Computer Science

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.

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