About
Get to know me
Lead Software Developer
Full-stack Lead Software Developer with 10+ years building and modernising high-traffic PHP systems. Currently leading a team within the e-commerce engineering function of a UK multi-brand retail group (The Range, Homebase, wilko), delivering changes across revenue-critical checkout, payment and fulfilment systems.
Strong in Symfony and Laravel, service-oriented design, SOLID and automated testing, with hands-on experience on AWS (ECS, DynamoDB), Docker, Redis caching, CI/CD and production incident response. Comfortable using AI tools to support development where they add value, with every change reviewed and tested to the same standard.
- Birthday: January 17
- Website: www.ifeanyi.madu.uk
- Nationality: Nigerian.
- Degree: Master's
- Email: ifeanyi@madu.uk
Skills
Backend & APIs
PHP, Symfony, Laravel, Node.js, REST & SOAP APIs, payment gateway integration
Architecture & Quality
Service-oriented design, SOLID & design patterns, PHPUnit (unit & integration tests), code review, asynchronous / queue-based processing
Data
MySQL (indexing, query optimisation, transactions), Redis caching, DynamoDB
Cloud & DevOps
AWS (ECS, CloudWatch, S3, CodeBuild, DynamoDB), Google Cloud, Docker, Git, CI/CD
AI
AI-assisted development (prompting, validating and iterating with AI tools), agentic AI concepts, Python
Payments & Integrations
Stripe, Klarna, Clearpay, Amazon Pay, Barclays, Mirakl, Google Vertex AI Search
Frontend
JavaScript, React, TypeScript, Vue.js, HTML, CSS
Leadership
Team leadership, mentoring, release management, stakeholder collaboration
Interests
Robotics
Programming
Video Games
Photography
Travelling
Board Games
Investing
Meditation
Testimonials
I have known Ifeanyi for over a decade, and he continues to impress me with his professionalism, innovation, and collaborative spirit. He is a highly skilled full-stack developer with more than 6 years of experience working with PHP, Javascript, HTML, CSS, and a range of modern technologies. Ifeanyi is not only a talented developer but also a natural team player who brings energy and insight to every project. His ability to think creatively and deliver scalable solutions makes him an invaluable asset to any team focused on growth and impact.
Ewere Diagboya
AWS Hero
I am truly grateful to have had Mr. Ifeanyi Madu as my teacher. His dedication to the tech industry, passion for education, and genuine care for his students are truly unmatched. Mr. Madu’s teaching style makes learning both engaging and inspiring, and his ability to break down complex topics into simple, logical concepts is something I’ll never forget. Beyond academics, he has been a mentor who instills the values of discipline, hard work, and integrity. Mr. Madu has had a lasting impact on my life, and I feel incredibly privileged to have learned under his guidance..
Samuel Agha
Software Developer
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Ifeanyi Madu in multiple capacities over the years, and I can confidently say he is one of the most dedicated and versatile professionals I’ve encountered. Whether collaborating on web development projects, leading technical problem-solving sessions, or driving innovative solutions, Ifeanyi consistently brings clarity, creativity, and commitment to every role he takes on. His depth of knowledge across both frontend and backend technologies is impressive, but what truly sets him apart is his collaborative spirit and leadership mindset. Working with Ifeanyi is always a rewarding experience — he elevates the quality of any team he’s part of.
