Rilwan Owolabi

Lead Software Developer at Hippo

Rilwan Owolabi has a diverse range of work experience spanning across different roles and companies. In 2013, they worked as a Cyber Systems Integrator at Lockheed Martin. From 2014 to 2022, they served as a Senior Lead Software Engineer and Product Manager at Experian Data Quality UK, where they contributed to the development of an identity product for decision analytics. In 2019, Rilwan founded their own company, PrepxUs, where they took on various roles such as Solo Founder, AWS DevOps Engineer, AWS SecOps Engineer, Principal Developer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Product Marketer, and Product Manager. Currently, they are working as a Lead Software Developer at Hippo Digital UK, specializing in Universal Credit and collaborating with product teams on backlog prioritization and risk mitigation.

Rilwan Owolabi obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from King's College London from 2009 to 2012. In addition, they have obtained certifications in Ethical Hacking, Design Thinking, and Market Research from LinkedIn.

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Croydon, United Kingdom

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At Hippo, we design with empathy and build for impact. We do this by combining data-informed evidence, human-centred design and software engineering. We're a digital services partner who is genuinely invested in helping our clients thrive as modern organisations. Our delivery methodology is truly agile, from concept to reality, supporting innovation and continuous improvement to achieve your desired outcomes. We firmly believe that technology should serve humanity, not the other way around. We take a human-centred approach to everything we do because we understand that complex problems require a service design approach. This means understanding how users behave and ensuring our solutions work for them in the real world. Our combination of data, design, and engineering delivers bespoke digital services that make a positive and meaningful impact on organisations and society. We're confident in our abilities, authentic in our approach, and passionate about what we do. If you're looking for a digital services partner that can deliver real results, let us help you build for the future and make a lasting impact. In the digital age, it’s vital that no one is left behind. That's why we're on a mission to create inclusive digital services that achieve business outcomes. From essential healthcare to staying connected online, we put the user's needs first. With a people-first approach, we solve real problems using the intelligent application of technology. Our ultimate goal is to provide value for our customers and those who rely on them. We firmly believe that inclusive digital services benefit everyone. Join us on this journey towards a more connected and equitable world, and let us help you build for the future and make a lasting impact. We are headquartered in Leeds and located across the UK in Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham, London and Bristol.