Adeola Bada
Senior Backend Engineer
Lagos, Nigeria
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About
I am a backend engineer with over four years of experience, currently working at Kouture Konect LLC since December 2024. My career began in 2019, and I have developed expertise in backend development, system architecture, and team leadership across multiple countries including the USA, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, and Germany.
My work spans PHP (Laravel Framework), Node.js, JavaScript, and Typescript, with strong skills in database management using MySQL and MongoDB. I have built scalable APIs, implemented modular monolithic architectures, and optimized payment and notification systems using Redis, Socket IO, and cloud hosting platforms like Digital Ocean and Render. I also have experience with Docker, RESTful API design, and agile methodologies.
What I'm looking for
Senior backend/full-stack roles (remote-first) where I can own systems end-to-end: architecture, API integrations, infrastructure, for a product-driven team. Especially interested in fintech, healthtech, or B2B SaaS with real engineering ownership. Comfortable leading a small team or as a senior IC. Open to full-time roles or contract engagements. I value clean architecture, pragmatic delivery, and teams that take mentorship seriously.
Experience
Senior Backend Engineer
Kouture Konect LLC
Dec 2024 – Present
● Migrated a legacy codebase from Laravel 8 to Laravel 11, implementing modern features and ensuring compatibility across the system.
● Designed, developed, and maintained scalable and secure server-side applications and APIs to support web and mobile platforms.
● Built, optimized, and managed relational (MySQL) database, ensuring data integrity and high performance.
● Collaborated with front-end and mobile teams to ensure seamless platform integration and functionality.
● Wrote clean, well-documented, and reusable code following best practices.
● Identified and resolved backend issues and bottlenecks, ensuring system stability and reliability. Implemented secure coding practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards.
● Contributed to continuous improvement by staying updated with the latest backend technologies and suggesting system enhancements.
● Leveraged expertise in PHP (Laravel Framework), Node.js, JavaScript, Typescript, MySQL, and RESTful API design to deliver high-quality backend solutions.
LaravelMySQLRESTful API
Software Developer / Team Lead
Silky Systems
Jul 2021 – Aug 2026
● Promoted to Team Lead, overseeing a team of developers and ensuring project milestones are met on schedule.
● Redesigned and implemented a new user interface (UI) for POS Version 2 on the web, enhancing usability and providing a modernized experience for end-users.
● Directed the development of the company’s comprehensive admin panel, featuring robust authentication, authorization, and multi-language support for global accessibility.
● Led the implementation of embedded forms within the application, enabling businesses to collect dynamic customer feedback.
● Spearheaded the creation of a Warehouse Fulfillment Management System (FMS) to streamline order tracking and warehouse operations.
● Designed and implemented a Token System for CRM, improving product identification and user tracking.
● Developed a custom reporting system and integrated a payment gateway, significantly enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency.
● Applied Agile methodologies to prioritize tasks, manage team workflows, and deliver high-quality software solutions.
UI DesignAuthenticationAgile
Senior Backend Developer
Weeshr App Ltd
Sep 2023 – Oct 2025
● Designed and implemented a Modular Monolithic Architecture for the backend, optimizing system performance and scalability.
● Led the development of critical features, including user wallets, payments, payouts, and delivery systems, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency.
● Managed user notifications system, ensuring timely and relevant communication with users, leading to a 25% increase in user engagement.
● Led deployment activities, ensuring a smooth transition from development to production.
● Managed ongoing maintenance tasks, addressing issues promptly to maintain system stability.
● Played a crucial role in API testing, employing testing frameworks and methodologies to guarantee functionality and performance.
● Applied proficiency in Node.js, Typescript, Redis, Socket IO, Ably, Supabase, Prembly, Paystack, Cloudinary, MongoDB, Postman, Docker, Linear, Digital Ocean, and Render Cloud hosting to optimize system development and deployment.
● Implemented robust security measures in payment systems to protect user data and transactions, reducing incidents of fraud by 30%.
● Streamlined payout processes for users and partners, decreasing payout processing time by 40%.
● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features, ensuring seamless integration and high performance.
● Developed comprehensive documentation and provided training sessions to team members, ensuring smooth onboarding and knowledge transfer.
● Utilized agile methodologies to manage project timelines, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality software on schedule.
● Analyzed and resolved complex technical issues, improving system stability and user satisfaction.
● Fostered a collaborative team environment, mentoring junior developers, and promoting continuous improvement and innovation.
Node.jsTypescriptRedis
Product Development and Testing Intern
DueDash Capital Networks
May 2021 – Jul 2021
● Conducted over 20 comprehensive End-to-End (E2E) tests, analyzing and identifying bugs that enhanced user flow and experience.
● Authored over 8 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the company's website, resulting in a significant reduction in customers' time finding answers to commonly asked questions about using the product.
End-to-End TestingBug AnalysisDocumentation
● Developed and launched a modern website for a construction company, improving visibility and user experience.
● Designed a stateless user authentication flow and built a functional e-commerce prototype with Vue.js and Firebase.
Vue.jsFirebaseWeb Development
Software Development Graduate Intern
Longbridge Technologies Ltd
Oct 2019 – Feb 2020
● Conducted 200+ E2E tests, improving user experience and system reliability.
● Assisted in developing UML diagrams and a prototype KYC banking application using PHP and SQL.
E2E TestingUMLPHP
Education
Miva Open University
Master's · Information Technology
Federal University Oye Ekiti
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) · Civil Engineering
2019
Skills
MongoDBNoSQLNode JsRedisDockerTDDRESTJSONBootstrapCSSTailwindCSSJiraGitSQLTypeScriptJavaScriptPhpNuxtjsVue.jsLaravel
Languages
English (Native or bilingual proficiency)