Gabriel Okundaye

I buildscalable data pipelines

Multidisciplinary professional with 10+ years of experience spanning data science, fullstack web & data app development, healthcare business analysis, optometry, and IT support. Passionate about bridging healthcare, business operations and technology through scalable, intelligent solutions.

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gabriel.okundaye@statogale.com

Riyadh, SA

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About Me

Get to know me better

I am Dr. Gabriel Okundaye, a systems designer and strategic builder with expertise across data analytics, science and engineering, AI engineering, and healthcare. My journey blends technical mastery with clinical practice, enabling me to deliver solutions that improve both business outcomes and patient care.

My Approach: I believe in clarity, precision, and modularity. Whether architecting data pipelines, designing healthcare workflows, or coding full-stack applications, I focus on maintainability, compliance, and scalability. I advocate for automation, test-driven development, and operational excellence.

What I Do: I specialize in full-stack development (React, TypeScript, Node.js, Python ), data engineering (Databricks, n8n, LangChain), and analytics (Power BI, Tableau, SQL). I also provide optometry services, laptop diagnostics, and technical consulting. My work bridges healthcare and technology, business operation and technology by enabling intelligent automations and future-proof systems.

Beyond work, I mentor aspiring data scientists at ALX, contribute to open-source projects, and design intelligent automations. I am driven by first-principles thinking, creativity, and resiliency, always seeking to learn and share knowledge with the community.

70+

Projects Completed

100%

Client Satisfaction

10+

Years Experience

40+

Technologies Mastered

Client Testimonials

What people say about working with me

Dr. Tseeye Odugba Potters

Data Scientist | Machine Learning | Health Informatics at SpectraMedix, United States

It is with unwavering confidence that I endorse Dr. Gabriel Okundaye for his exceptional qualities. I have had the privilege of knowing him both professionally and academically, and his rare blend of medical expertise, technological proficiency, and visionary leadership sets him apart as a truly distinguished professional.

Skills & Expertise

A comprehensive overview of my technical proficiencies and tools I work with daily

Ai Ml

Automation

Backend

Business Analysis

Cloud

Data Engineering

Data Viz

Database

Devops

Frontend

Hardware

Healthcare

Language

Methodology

Soft Skills

Tools

Work Experience

My professional journey

Optometrist Specialist

Your Eyes Light Optical

•full-time

Jul 2022 - Present•Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Provide daily optometric consultations, dispensing spectacles and contact lenses, and integrating digital health records into clinical practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct sight tests for 7–15 patients daily
Dispense spectacles, contact lenses, and medication
Advise patients on eye health and safety
Ensure quality assurance before glasses collection

Achievements:

Maintained high patient retention and referrals
Integrated digital health records into practice
Improved service efficiency and patient satisfaction

Healthcare SystemsAdvanced ExcelPower BI

Healthcare Business Analyst | Practice Manager

Eyemasters Ltd

•full-time

Feb 2019 - Feb 2022•Kubwa, Nigeria

Led healthcare operations and digital transformation initiatives, including EHR system implementation, workflow optimization, and patient engagement strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Implemented electronic health record and accounting systems
Streamlined procurement and wet lab services
Conducted requirements gathering and process mapping
Organised 20+ health outreaches and marketing campaigns
Managed cross-functional team of customer service and sales

Achievements:

Reduced spectacle turnaround time from 14 days to under 3 days
Improved compliance by 50% through EHR deployment
Doubled patient consultations and referrals
Increased online engagement by 1000% via Google Business profile

Power BISQLDigitalOceanAdvanced Excel

Optometrist Specialist

Kubwa General Hospital

•full-time

Feb 2018 - Feb 2019•Abuja, Nigeria

Managed eye emergencies, refractive errors, and community health outreaches while coordinating referrals to Consultant Ophthalmologists.

Key Responsibilities:

Led a team of 5 staff in eye emergency management
Conducted patient consultations and primary eye care
Organised community eye health outreaches
Oversaw documentation and insurance claims processing

Achievements:

Improved turnaround time for insurance reimbursements
Standardized reporting procedures for claims
Enhanced patient record accuracy and compliance

Healthcare SystemsAdvanced Excel

FullStack Data Scientist & Web Developer

Statogale

•part-time

Jan 2015 - Present•Remote

Leading a team of developers and analysts to deliver data-driven solutions and web applications with 99% uptime across AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, and GCP.

Key Responsibilities:

Architected and deployed scalable web applications and data platforms
Led cross-functional teams of developers and analysts
Created reporting dashboards and pipelines for 100+ clients
Documented workflows and microservices integration
Maintained cloud deployments with high availability

Achievements:

Delivered 200+ datasets analyzed with IBM SPSS and R
Achieved 99% uptime across multiple cloud platforms
Automated workflows using Microsoft Power Platform
Scaled client solutions to thousands of users

ReactNode.jsPythonR ProgrammingAWSMicrosoft AzureOracle Cloud & PL/SQLGoogle Cloud Platform

Freelance Computer Technician

•freelance

Jan 2009 - Present•Remote

Provided remote and onsite computer repair, diagnostics, and upgrades, saving clients travel time and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnosed hardware and software issues
Installed and updated operating systems and applications
Performed hardware upgrades and replacements
Researched and shared learning resources with clients

Achievements:

Achieved 98% compliance rate with industry standards
Resolved issues within 24 hours on average
Enhanced system performance with 99% success rate
Built long-term client relationships

Windows OS AdministrationLinux OS AdministrationHardware Diagnostics & Upgrades

Education

My academic background

Professional Program

ALX Africa

Data Engineering

May 2025 - Feb 2026

Advanced training in data engineering, pipelines, orchestration, and cloud-native solutions.

Achievements & Honors

▸Designed ETL workflows with Databricks
▸Automated data pipelines
▸Applied CRISP-DM methodology to real-world projects

Professional Program

ALX Africa

Cybersecurity

May 2025 - Feb 2026

Professional program in cybersecurity covering network security, ethical hacking, and compliance.

Achievements & Honors

▸Implemented secure authentication protocols
▸Conducted vulnerability assessments
▸Studied compliance frameworks for healthcare and finance

ProDev Program

ALX Africa

Frontend Engineering

May 2025 - Feb 2026

Professional development program focused on modern frontend engineering practices, including React, TypeScript, and responsive design.

Achievements & Honors

▸Built production-ready frontend applications
▸Applied responsive and accessibility best practices
▸Collaborated on team projects with agile workflows

ProDev Program

ALX Africa

Backend Engineering

May 2025 - Feb 2026

Comprehensive backend engineering program covering Node.js, Express, API design, and database management.

Achievements & Honors

▸Developed RESTful and GraphQL APIs
▸Implemented authentication and authorization systems
▸Optimized backend performance and scalability

Diploma

Altschool Africa

Data Engineering

Mar 2024 - Apr 2025

Focused on building scalable data pipelines, orchestration workflows, and cloud-native data engineering solutions.

Achievements & Honors

▸Best Graduating Learner (BGL) in Data Engineering
▸Built end-to-end data pipelines with Databricks
▸Applied CRISP-DM methodology to real-world projects

Diploma

ALX Africa

Data Science

Oct 2023 - Apr 2025

Comprehensive training in data science, machine learning, and AI applications with Explore AI.

Achievements & Honors

▸Volunteer Mentor for Data Science learners
▸Developed predictive models and dashboards
▸Applied ML techniques to healthcare datasets

Certificates

Other Professional Certifications

Technology & Development

Jan 2018 - Jan 2025

Additional certifications and recognitions across technology, sustainability, and professional development.

Achievements & Honors

▸SDGs Certificate
▸7th Interstate Train-the-Trainer FOM Workshop Certificate
▸National Youth Service Corps Certificate of National Service

Professional Program

Azubi Africa

Data Analytics

Sep 2023 - Jun 2024

Professional training in data analytics, visualization, and reporting using modern tools.

Achievements & Honors

▸Built Power BI dashboards for HR analytics
▸Completed Deloitte Data Analytics Simulation
▸Completed PwC Switzerland Power BI Simulation

Professional Certifications

Coursera (Johns Hopkins University)

Data Science Specialization

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

Completed multiple courses in data science, programming, and research methods.

Achievements & Honors

▸Getting & Cleaning Data
▸R Programming
▸The Data Scientist’s Toolbox

Professional Certifications

Andela

Web Development

May 2018 - Dec 2018

Completed Andela’s Google Africa Mobile Web Specialist and React Learning Program, focusing on mobile-first and scalable web applications.

Achievements & Honors

▸Google Africa Mobile Web Specialist Certification
▸React Learning Program Certification

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

University of Benin, Edo State

Optometry

Sep 2008 - Jun 2014

Comprehensive optometry education covering refraction, ocular health assessment, contact lens fitting, and community eye health. Completed thesis on the validity of Aniseikonia Inspector v3.5c in measuring optically-induced aniseikonia.

Achievements & Honors

▸Successfully passed Saudi Commission licensing exam on first attempt
▸Led community eye health outreaches during training
▸Thesis on Aniseikonia Inspector validity

Featured Projects

Some of my best work

AI/ML

Yassir ETA Prediction Shiny App

Real-time ETA prediction for ride-hailing services using ML algorithms

R ProgrammingShiny (Web Apps in Python & R)PythonSQL

AI/ML

Favorita Products Demand Forecasting

Machine learning models for demand forecasting at Corporation Favorita

PythonSQLData EngineeringDatabricks

Healthcare

Sepsis Prediction Full-Stack

End-to-end ML pipeline for sepsis prediction with FastAPI and GraphQL APIs

PythonFastAPIGraphQLSQL

Data Science

Customer Churn Streamlit App

Interactive churn prediction app built with Streamlit for stakeholders

PythonStreamlitSQL

Certifications

Professional credentials and certifications

May 28, 2025

CERTIFICATE

for

Data Science Diploma

Diploma program covering machine learning, predictive analytics, and applied data science projects.

ALX Africa & ExploreAI

PythonR ProgrammingSQLPower BI

Verify Credential

June 17, 2024

CERTIFICATE

for

Data Analytics Professional Program

Professional training in data analytics, visualization, and reporting using modern tools.

Azubi Africa

Power BIAdvanced ExcelSQL

Credential ID:

AZUBI-DA-2023

Verify Credential

March 1, 2024

CERTIFICATE

for

Data Engineering Diploma

Diploma program focused on building scalable data pipelines, orchestration workflows, and cloud-native data engineering solutions.

Altschool Africa

Data EngineeringDatabricksn8n Workflow AutomationLangChain

Verify Credential

May 1, 2023

CERTIFICATE

for

WES Credential Evaluation Report

Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) verifying international degrees and diplomas for equivalency in the United States and Canada. Valid for life and widely recognized for employment, immigration, and academic purposes.

Certificate of completion of the National Youth Service Corps program in Nigeria.

NYSC Nigeria

Technical LeadershipCommunity Eye Health Outreach

Verify Credential

January 1, 2017

CERTIFICATE

for

Data Science Specialization

Specialization covering R programming, data cleaning, and applied data science methods.

Johns Hopkins University (Coursera)

R ProgrammingSQLData Analysis

Credential ID:

JHU-DS-2017

Verify Credential

June 30, 2014

CERTIFICATE

for

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Professional degree in Optometry covering refraction, ocular health assessment, contact lens fitting, and community eye health.

University of Benin

Optometry PracticeVision TestingHealthcare Systems

Credential ID:

LSC0802811

Verify Credential

Achievements & Awards

Milestones and recognitions

Featured Achievements

AwardApril 2025

Best Graduating Learner (BGL) - Data Engineering

AltSchool Africa

Recognized as Best Graduating Learner in Data Engineering at AltSchool Africa, demonstrating excellence in data workflows, pipelines, and scalable engineering solutions.

AchievementMarch 2021

Spectacle Turnaround Optimization

Eyemasters Ltd

Reduced spectacle turnaround time from 14 days to under 3 days for regular lenses and from 30 days to under 14 days for special orders, significantly improving patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.

AchievementJune 2020

EHR System Implementation

Eyemasters Ltd

Led the deployment of an electronic health record system and accounting management platform on Digital Ocean Cloud, achieving a 50% boost in compliance and reducing paperwork by 90%.

AchievementJanuary 2015

CTO at Statogale

Statogale

Founded and scaled Statogale as CTO, delivering data-driven solutions and web applications with 99% uptime across AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, and GCP.

All Achievements

Milestone

900-Day Duolingo Streak

Duolingo

November 2025

Maintained over 900-day streak on Duolingo, demonstrating consistency, discipline, and commitment to continuous learning.

Achievement

Deloitte Australia Data Analytics Simulation

Deloitte Australia

February 2025

Completed a Deloitte job simulation involving forensic technology and data analysis, building dashboards in Tableau and Excel to classify data and draw business conclusions.

Achievement

PwC Switzerland Power BI Job Simulation

PwC Switzerland

February 2025

Completed a Power BI job simulation, creating dashboards that conveyed KPIs and provided actionable insights on HR data, demonstrating strong analytical and visualization skills.

Recognition

Volunteer Mentor - Data Science

ALX Africa

June 2024

Served as a volunteer mentor for ALX Africa Data Science learners, guiding students through projects, workflows, and career development.

Recognition

Community Eye Health Outreaches

Eyemasters Ltd & Kubwa General Hospital

December 2019

Organised and participated in over 20 health outreaches, providing eye care services and raising awareness in underserved communities.

Recognition

SDGs Certificate

United Nations SDGs Program

January 2019

Recognized for contributions to sustainable development goals, reflecting commitment to healthcare, education, and technology for social impact.

Achievement

React Learning Program

Andela

July 2018

Completed Andela’s React Learning Program, gaining advanced skills in building modular, scalable React applications.

Achievement

Andela Google Africa Mobile Web Specialist

Andela

May 2018

Earned certification as a Google Africa Mobile Web Specialist, demonstrating expertise in mobile-first web development and scalable applications.

Services

What I can do for you

Featured Services

Full-Stack Web & Data App Development

Build modern, scalable web and data applications from concept to deployment.

I specialize in building complete web and data applications using the latest technologies and best practices. From responsive frontend interfaces to robust backend APIs, databases, and data pipelines, I handle every aspect of your application development needs.

Key Features:

Responsive, mobile-first design
RESTful & GraphQL API development
Database design and optimization
Data pipelines and ETL workflows
User authentication and authorization
Cloud deployment (AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle)
SEO optimization
Performance optimization
Comprehensive testing suite
DevOps setup

Pricing

$5,000/project

Pricing varies based on project complexity, features, and timeline.

Timeline

4-12 weeks depending on scope

ReactNode.jsTypeScriptPythonSQLDocker

AI & Data Science Solutions

Integrate AI and advanced analytics into your workflows for actionable insights.

Transform your business with AI and data science. I build custom machine learning models, integrate GPT, and design dashboards that provide real-time insights for healthcare, business, and technology domains.

Key Features:

GPT/OpenAI API integration
Custom ML model development
Data visualization with Power BI/Tableau
Predictive analytics
Healthcare data workflows
Recommendation engines
AI-powered search
Model deployment and monitoring

Pricing

$7,000/project

Pricing based on AI complexity and data requirements.

Timeline

6-16 weeks

OpenAI APITensorFlowPythonR ProgrammingPower BITableau

Healthcare Business Analysis

Optimize healthcare workflows and implement digital solutions.

With a background in optometry and healthcare analytics, I help clinics and hospitals streamline workflows, deploy EHR systems, and improve compliance and patient satisfaction.

Key Features:

EHR system implementation
Process mapping (BPMN/UML)
Change management
Healthcare data compliance
Insurance claims optimization
Community health outreach planning

Pricing

$4,000/project

Pricing based on scope of healthcare operations and digital transformation.

Timeline

3-10 weeks

Healthcare Data Standards (HL7/FHIR)SQLAdvanced ExcelPower BI

Technical Consulting & Mentorship

Guidance on technology strategy, architecture, and professional growth.

I provide consulting on system architecture, technology stack decisions, and mentor aspiring developers and data scientists. My focus is on first-principles thinking, creativity, and resiliency.

Key Features:

System architecture review
Technology stack recommendations
Code review and quality assessment
Mentorship for data science learners
Soft skills coaching (critical thinking, time management)

Pricing

$200/hour

Hourly rate for consulting and mentorship sessions.

Timeline

Flexible

First Principles ThinkingCreativityCritical ThinkingResiliencyTime Management

Intelligent Workflow Automations

Automate business and data workflows using n8n, LangChain, and modern orchestration tools.

I design intelligent automation pipelines that connect APIs, databases, and AI models. Using n8n for workflow orchestration and LangChain for AI-driven logic, I help businesses reduce manual effort, improve compliance, and unlock new efficiencies.

Key Features:

Workflow automation with n8n
AI-powered pipelines using LangChain
Integration with cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure)
Automated reporting and notifications
Data pipeline orchestration
Compliance and audit automation
Custom connectors for APIs and SaaS tools

Pricing

$3,000/project

Pricing depends on workflow complexity, integrations, and AI components.

Timeline

3-8 weeks

Data EngineeringDatabricksPythonSQLGitHub Actionsn8n Workflow AutomationLangChain

All Services

API Development & Integration

Design and build robust RESTful and GraphQL APIs with comprehensive documentation.

RESTful API design and development
GraphQL API implementation
API documentation (Swagger/OpenAPI)

$3,000/project

Pricing based on API complexity and number of endpoints.

⏱️ 3-8 weeks

Optometry Services

Professional optometric care and vision solutions.

Refraction and vision testing
Contact lens fitting and dispensing
Ocular health assessment

$100

Pricing per consultation or package for ongoing care.

⏱️ Ongoing

Laptop & IT Support

Remote and onsite computer repair, diagnostics, and upgrades.

Remote computer repair
Hardware diagnostics and upgrades
Software installation and updates

$50

Affordable pricing for remote or onsite support.

⏱️ 24-48 hours

Latest Blog Posts

Thoughts, tutorials, and insights

Tutorial

November 13, 2025•9 min read

Building Scalable React Applications with Next.js 16 and Turbopack

Discover how to build blazing-fast, scalable React apps using Next.js 16’s App Router, Cache Components, and Turbopack.

#Next.js#React#TypeScript

Best Practices

November 11, 2025•10 min read

TypeScript in 2025: Best Practices for Scalable, Maintainable Applications

Master TypeScript with strict configs, runtime validation, and modular architecture for large-scale apps.

#TypeScript#Zod#Architecture

AI/ML

November 10, 2025•7 min read

Figma Weave and the Rise of AI-Powered Design Tools

Explore how Figma’s acquisition of Weavy is reshaping collaborative design with AI-driven image, video, and VFX generation.

#Figma#AI Design#Collaboration

Get In Touch

Wherever you are in the world, let's work together on your next project.

Contact Information

Email

gabriel.okundaye@statogale.com

Phone

+966564875033

Location

Riyadh, SA

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