David Odutola Email & Phone Number

Edinburgh, GB

United States

• Managed the entire product development lifecycle of the Banking-as-a service platform to build a core banking application codebase that can be white-labeled for Fintech companies.
• Market research and product requirement documentation with acceptance criteria for key features of the core banking application
• Feature prioritization and backlog refinement & grooming to ensure coordinated release of features toward attaining scheduled product goals per time
• Identified synergies with third-party service providers and implemented API integrations to enhance overall functionality and user satisfaction of the core banking application
• Sprint planning, outlining epics, writing user stories and agile story mapping to ensure proper understanding and effective collaboration by all product stakeholders.

• Developed and executed a comprehensive product strategy that addressed both immediate user pain points and long-term investments, significantly enhancing user satisfaction and product performance.
• Identified synergies with third-party providers and implemented API integrations to enhance features on the OPay banking app, improving overall functionality and user satisfaction.
• Recognized the necessity for advanced analytics and customized reporting tools for merchants and external partners, and developed the Product Requirement Document (PRD) for implementation.
• Provided ongoing improvement recommendations for the OPay wallet app based on market research and customer feedback, ensuring market fit, usability, and an enhanced user experience.
• Successfully on boarded additional billers and services (Betting, Pay4Power, Flight booking) to the OPay banking app, expanding its service offerings.

• Led product ownership, including managing the product roadmap, backlog, and coordinating with engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle of ExpressWallet (crypto-trading App) and Expresskash (cross-border.
• Led comprehensive market research initiatives that identified emerging trends and innovative opportunities, positioning the organization at the forefront of industry developments.
• Developed and communicated a compelling product vision and strategy that aligned seamlessly with departmental and company objectives, fostering clarity and alignment across teams.
• Managed project budgets with a focus on maximizing resource allocation and impact, achieving optimal cost efficiency while delivering exceptional products that consistently met or exceeded client expectations.

• Successfully orchestrated the seamless migration of databases from on-premise servers to cloud services, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance scalability, efficiency, and data accessibility.
• Led the development project to build a robust fixed asset register application, streamlining data entry and retrieval processes to ensure accurate asset management and operational efficiency.
• Contributed as a team player in research that resulted in Gordon’s Spark, a product launched by Guinness Nigeria PLC.
• Produced high-quality MI reports and Programme Dashboards including Executive Steering packs and general support for the Programme board meetings.
• Implemented standardized project documentation processes, resulting in improved project clarity, streamlined communication, and enhanced project execution across multiple concurrent projects.

• Spearheaded product management initiatives for integrating school portal payment systems, ensuring smooth and efficient transaction processes.
• Designed and implemented an innovative Online Customer Support dashboard, significantly enhancing accessibility and responsiveness for subscribers.
• Demonstrated proficiency in database administration, overseeing SAP ASE (Adaptive Server Enterprise) and SQL Server environments to optimize data management and performance.
• Provided expert technical support for backend operations, effectively resolving support issues for connected banks and payment partners.
• Generated comprehensive reports and detailed journals for all banking and payment partners, ensuring accuracy in financial tracking and transparency in operations.