Olumide Ogundare: Empowering the Future of Technology Through Innovation and Leadership
In the ever-evolving world of software engineering, Olumide Ogundare stands as a shining example of
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innovation, leadership, and a passion for technology that transcends boundaries. Currently a Software Engineer 2 at Microsoft, based in Dublin, Ireland, Olumide has built a distinguished career driven by curiosity, technical brilliance, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Over the past five years, he has developed scalable digital solutions and led product experiences that shape the future of AI-driven collaboration tools used by millions globally. His journey from Lagos to Microsoft’s European hub showcases the power of vision, skill, and persistence in building a world-class career in software engineering.
Olumide Ogundare is an accomplished Software Engineer with expertise in technologies such as React, Angular, Spring Boot, Node, C#, and C++. He specializes in building scalable frontend systems and architecting AI-powered experiences that transform user engagement and productivity.
Beyond his technical expertise, Olumide is a recognized Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for Artificial Intelligence, a Microsoft Student Partner alumnus, and a conference speaker at major international events, including Microsoft Ignite and PyCon India. His professional narrative reflects a blend of technical depth, leadership, and a dedication to community impact.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
| Institution | Qualification | Field of Study | Period |
| University of Lagos | Bachelor’s Degree | Systems Engineering | 2015 – 2021 |
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
| Organization | Role / Position | Duration | Key Achievements & Responsibilities |
| Microsoft | Software Engineer 2 – Office Growth | Dec 2023 – Present | Building upsell experiences for Copilot Chat in Microsoft 365 applications including Web, Teams, Outlook, and Edge Browser. |
| Microsoft | Software Engineer – M365 Acquisition | May 2022 – Nov 2023 | Led UX initiatives to create AI-powered experiences that auto-generate Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents for M365 users. |
| Interswitch Group | Frontend Engineer | Nov 2021 – Apr 2022 | Developed and maintained high-performance frontend systems for digital payment solutions. |
| Bank of America | Technology Summer Analyst | Jun 2021 – Aug 2021 | Supported digital infrastructure projects; contributed to automation and system optimization initiatives. |
| NucleusIS | Software Engineer | Sep 2019 – Jun 2021 | Built scalable applications using modern JavaScript frameworks and backend tools. |
| Interswitch Group | Software Engineer | Jan 2019 – Oct 2020 | Developed core payment features such as “Pay on Credit” for WebPay and dynamic lender onboarding pages for Quickteller.com. |
| Moneymie | Software Engineer | Aug 2019 – Jan 2020 | Designed and implemented financial solutions improving cross-border payment systems. |
| Professor Ayodele Awojobi Design Competition (PAADC) | Frontend Engineer | Jun 2018 – Mar 2019 | Built frontend interfaces for competition platforms enabling project submissions and tracking. |
| University of Lagos | Tech Support (Work Study) | Feb 2017 – Apr 2017 | Managed IT support operations and troubleshooting within the Faculty of Business Administration. |
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- Programming & Frameworks: React, Angular, Node.js, Spring Boot, C#, C++, TypeScript
- Cloud & AI Tools: Azure Cognitive Services, Microsoft Bot Framework, Power Platform
- Development Practices: Scalable Frontend Architecture, CI/CD, Responsive Web Design, API Integration
- Additional Tools: Redis, Docker, Kubernetes, Webpack, MySQL
CERTIFICATIONS & RECOGNITIONS
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- HSE Level 1 Certification
- Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) – Artificial Intelligence
- Pytorch Scholarship Awardee
- Outstanding Student Leader (University of Lagos)
- MCP Scholarship Recipient
HONORS & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENTS
- 🗣️ Speaker, Microsoft Ignite
- 🗣️ Panelist, Microsoft Build
- 🗣️ Speaker, PyCon India
- 🌍 EMEA Regional Summit Invitee, Amsterdam (as one of three MSPs from West Africa)
Olumide has also served as a Gold Student Ambassador under Microsoft’s Learn Student Program, contributing to the global developer community through mentorship, technical education, and innovative project delivery.
LANGUAGES
- English – Professional Working Proficiency
- Yoruba – Native or Bilingual Proficiency
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- Microsoft Student Partner (Gold Level)
- Microsoft MVP Community
- Andela Learning Community Mentor
Olumide Ogundare embodies the spirit of innovation that defines today’s global technology ecosystem. From building high-impact applications to leading international technology dialogues, he continues to inspire a new generation of African software engineers.
His journey demonstrates that excellence is not defined by geography but by determination, skill, and a passion for creating meaningful digital solutions. As he continues to push boundaries at Microsoft, Olumide remains a true ambassador of Africa’s growing influence in the global tech industry.
Connect with Olumide Ogundare:
www.linkedin.com/in/olumideogundare
