Ayodeji Rasaq Erinfolami named the 248th Certified Global Tech Hero
Ayodeji Rasaq Erinfolami has been named the 248th Certified Global Tech Hero, joining an elite lineage of innovators whose work has reshaped industries and uplifted communities around the world.
This immortalisation recognizes his technical mastery and the transformative impact he has achieved across healthcare, e‑commerce, maritime, and fintech sectors.
With years of experience building and scaling mission critical systems, Ayodeji’s journey has been defined by an unwavering commitment to quality, a passion for problem‑solving, and an instinct for anticipating the needs of millions of users.
Ayodeji’s career evolved at Konga, one of Africa’s leading e‑commerce platforms, where he took on the challenge of enhancing search and recommendation systems under extreme traffic during landmark sales events.
It was there that his optimizations helped drive a record‑breaking 180 percent increase in Gross Merchandise Value during the 2021 Yakata sale.
He demonstrated that robust architecture could withstand pressure and actively empower millions of customers to discover products seamlessly.
From those early successes, he moved to Oceaneering, where he architected vessel and cargo tracking solutions that brought transparency and efficiency to maritime operations. His full‑stack contributions enabled OceanSmart to evolve into a premier SaaS platform, streamlining logistics for global shipping stakeholders.
As a software engineer at Citisquare Africa, he led the transformation from monolithic systems to a microservices‑driven backend, implementing GraphQL gateways, wallet services, and reliable messaging architectures that supported the company’s rapid growth.
In healthcare, he built EPIC‑integrated workflows for Supap Limited’s Revkeep platform, mapping patient records, securing sensitive data, and automating case management.
His expertise in microservices, containerization with Docker and Kubernetes, and event‑driven systems using RabbitMQ and Kafka has become the backbone of solutions that must operate reliably across diverse infrastructure environments and cost constraints.
Co‑founding Supap Limited cemented Ayodeji’s reputation as a visionary leader. He designed the core backend architecture for multi‑tenant chatbot platforms, integrating AI‑powered natural language processing with fallback strategies that ensure resilience even under heavy usage.
He has overseen database design, secure payment integrations, and deployment pipelines that allow clients to onboard rapidly and confidently. His dedication to building systems that balance performance, security, and user experience underscores a professional philosophy rooted in practicality and innovation.
When asked what distinguished Ayodeji’s contributions, Qazeem Oladejo, founder of The Connected Awards, remarked, “Ayodeji exemplifies the match of our ICAI model.
His Impact is evident in record‑setting business outcomes, his Contributions have shaped the careers of peers and protégés, his Achievements stand tall across multiple industries, and his Innovations continue to push the boundaries of what technology can deliver.
Yet even as we celebrate him as our 248th Certified Global Tech Hero, I believe there is still so much more he will accomplish.”
Beyond the numbers and technical feats, Ayodeji’s story resonates because it is powered by a genuine desire to serve and to mentor.
He has consistently shared his knowledge with upcoming professionals, helping more than five hundred new data analysts find their footing in competitive markets.
He speaks frequently at conferences, workshops, and online forums, demystifying complex architectures and encouraging others to embrace experimentation and collaboration. His leadership style emphasizes transparency and inclusivity, driving teams to solve real‑world problems with humility and determination.
As the 248th Certified Global Tech Hero, Ayodeji Rasaq Erinfolami now represents the highest standards of ethical innovation and community impact.
His work continues to bridge technology and human needs, from ensuring that merchants’ platforms remain responsive under peak load to crafting healthcare integrations that uphold patient privacy and streamline clinical workflows.
In every domain, he has shown that scalable systems are technical triumphs and enablers of economic opportunity, improved care, and sustainable growth.
This recognition is by no means final. Ayodeji’s dedication to refining his craft, to exploring new paradigms in AI and distributed systems, and to nurturing the next generation of tech leaders positions him for continued breakthroughs.
As he embarks on new ventures and collaborations, the Global Tech Hero community awaits the next chapter of his story.
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