Arès Gnimagnon wearing a wax-print outfit on a staircase
Career & Capabilities

From software engineering to founding SINDA SARL

Software engineer with a Bachelor's degree in computer science and telecommunications, now in the second year of a Master's in Information Systems Security (MASSI) and specializing in web penetration testing. I build resilient digital platforms and lead digital engineering solutions serving African education and technological sovereignty.

Founder & CEO · Web Developer at M&T Tech
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Career Trajectory

Chronological Timeline of Roles & Education

A hands-on journey grounded in production code, data security, and technology entrepreneurship.

April 2026
Managing Director

Founder & Chief Executive Officer (Managing Director)

SINDA SARL

Incorporation of the digital engineering group and SaaS publisher.

2026 – Present
Current Position

Web Developer

M&T Tech · Agla, Cotonou

Frontend for M&T Tours, system architecture and development of SchooLine.

July 2025 – February 2026

Freelance Web Developer (with a partner)

Freelance · with Saibou Abdou Salam

Built the portfolio of my business partner Saibou Abdou Salam (portfolio-abdou.com) and delivered projects for our clients.

July 2025 – February 2026

Freelance Web Developer (solo)

Freelance

Developed Safre Académie (safre-academie.com), an e-learning platform.

2025 – Present
Academic Education

Master's in Information Systems Security (MASSI), 2nd year

PIGIER Benin

OWASP Top 10, Burp Suite, code auditing, penetration testing.

2024 – 2025

Web Developer

BéniLab Services · Lokossa

Corporate showcase platform built with Next.js and Tailwind CSS.

2023 – 2024

Mobile Developer

Taka Tech Innov · Atrokpocodji

Nuxixo mobile application celebrating Beninese musical heritage (Flutter).

2021 – 2025

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science & Telecommunications

INSTI Lokossa

Technical & Domain Expertise

Core Competencies Grouped by Domain

A versatile skillset combining executive leadership, scalable web engineering, and disciplined cybersecurity auditing.

Product & Leadership

B2B/B2G SaaS strategy, corporate governance, economic modeling, data observatories, and end-to-end product roadmap execution.

  • Corporate Executive Leadership
  • SaaS Strategy & Roadmapping
  • Agile Engineering Management
  • Data Governance & Compliance
  • System Architecture & Specifications
  • Ministry Reporting & Analytics

Fullstack Web & Mobile Engineering

Architecture and deployment of modern, performant web and mobile applications designed with security at their foundation.

  • Next.js & React
  • TypeScript & Node.js
  • FastAPI & Python
  • NestJS
  • PostgreSQL & Supabase
  • Flutter & Dart
  • Tailwind CSS & CSS Modules
  • RESTful APIs & Microservices

Cybersecurity & Code Audit

Application hardening against critical vulnerabilities, static/dynamic code reviews, and regional privacy framework compliance.

  • OWASP Top 10 (Web & API)
  • Burp Suite & Security Assessment Tools
  • Static & Dynamic Code Auditing
  • Penetration Testing Fundamentals
  • APDP Benin & GDPR Compliance
  • Cloud Security Architecture

UI/UX & Engineering Discipline

Creation of lightweight, sober, and accessible user interfaces optimized for varied real-world African bandwidth constraints.

  • Figma & Interactive Prototyping
  • Design Systems & CSS Tokens
  • Digital Accessibility (WCAG)
  • Git, GitHub & CI/CD Pipelines
  • Digital Sobriety & Performance
  • Clean Architecture Principles
Communication

Languages

FrenchNative language
EnglishSchool level (middle school)
SpanishSchool level (middle school)
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