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Hi, I’m Habiba Adam Salisu, a backend-focused developer who thrives on building secure, scalable systems in the cloud. I specialize in Python, Node.js, and SQL/NoSQL databases, with hands-on experience designing AWS architectures using Terraform and automated deployments. I’m passionate about turning ideas into reliable services, improving API performance, and learning new cloud-native techniques. I’m currently expanding into cloud engineering while delivering strong backend foundations for every project.…Hi, I’m Habiba Adam Salisu, a backend-focused developer who thrives on building secure, scalable systems in the cloud. I specialize in Python, Node.js, and SQL/NoSQL databases, with hands-on experience designing AWS architectures using Terraform and automated deployments. I’m passionate about turning ideas into reliable services, improving API performance, and learning new cloud-native techniques. I’m currently expanding into cloud engineering while delivering strong backend foundations for every project.

Habiba Adam Salisu

Back-End Developer, Programmer, Full Stack Developer, +4

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Hi, I’m Habiba Adam Salisu, a backend-focused developer who thrives on building secure, scalable systems in the cloud. I specialize in Python, Node.js, and SQL/NoSQL databases, with hands-on experience designing AWS architectures using Terraform and automated deployments. I’m passionate about turning ideas into reliable services, improving API performance, and learning new cloud-native techniques. I’m currently expanding into cloud engineering while delivering strong backend foundations for every project.…Hi, I’m Habiba Adam Salisu, a backend-focused developer who thrives on building secure, scalable systems in the cloud. I specialize in Python, Node.js, and SQL/NoSQL databases, with hands-on experience designing AWS architectures using Terraform and automated deployments. I’m passionate about turning ideas into reliable services, improving API performance, and learning new cloud-native techniques. I’m currently expanding into cloud engineering while delivering strong backend foundations for every project.

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Hi, I’m Habiba Adam Salisu, a backend-focused developer who thrives on building secure, scalable systems in the cloud. I specialize in Python, Node.js, and SQL/NoSQL databases, with hands-on experience designing AWS architectures using Terraform and automated deployments.

I’m passionate about turning ideas into reliable services, improving API performance, and learning new cloud-native techniques. I’m currently expanding into cloud engineering while delivering strong backend foundations for every project.

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Work Experience

Backend Developer at Faithful-Match

February 1, 2025 - Present

Developed secure, efficient backend services with NestJS and MongoDB. Built matchmaking algorithms using weighted scoring and Jaccard similarity. Applied database query optimizations to enhance performance. Practiced rapid iteration and agile problem-solving under tight deadlines.

Backend Developer (E-commerce Mobile App(A-Shopper)) at TechX360

August 31, 2024 - July 12, 2025

Created e-commerce backend services (auth, payments, orders) with NestJS. Integrated Cloudinary for image handling, and role-based access control for API security. Optimized APIs and database queries for performance. Collaborated closely with frontend to ensure seamless user experience and deployment.

Backend Instructor at HACSA

August 1, 2024 - Present

Delivered backend curriculum on Python, Flask, Linux, databases, and architecture. Led students through hands-on backend projects, REST API development and fundamentals of programming. Introduced web architecture and JavaScript fundamentals.

Full-Stack Engineer Intern at OptimaData

July 31, 2024 - July 12, 2025

Built backend APIs with Express.js, securing endpoints with Helmet and sanitization. Used Morgan logging and Express Mongo Sanitize for enhanced security. Contributed to front-end development with Tailwind and React, based on Figma.

Back End Developer at Faithful-Match

February 1, 2025 - Present

Developed secure and efficient backend services using NestJS and MongoDB. Created matchmaking algorithms using weighted scoring and Jaccard similarity. Applied database query optimizations to enhance performance and practiced rapid iteration and agile problem-solving under tight deadlines.

Full-Stack Developer at Phish Fortress

June 1, 2025 - August 22, 2025

Built a phishing simulation platform using Python, FastAPI, React, and Auth0 featuring real phishing email scenarios. Integrated video training with the YouTube API and saved user progress without backend storage. Designed dynamic feedback for user phishing responses to boost learning outcomes.

Back End Developer (E-commerce Mobile App (A-Shopper)) at Tech X 360

August 1, 2024 - August 22, 2025

Created e-commerce backend services including authentication, payments, and orders with NestJS. Integrated Cloudinary for image handling and role-based access control for API security. Optimized APIs and database queries for performance. Collaborated closely with the frontend team to ensure a seamless user experience and deployment.

Back End Instructor (Part-Time) at HACSA

August 1, 2024 - Present

Delivered backend curriculum on Python, Flask, Linux, databases, and architecture. Led students through hands-on backend projects, REST API development, and programming fundamentals. Introduced web architecture and JavaScript fundamentals.

Full-Stack Engineer Intern at OptimaData

July 1, 2024 - August 22, 2025

Built backend APIs with Express.js, securing endpoints with Helmet and sanitization. Enhanced security using Morgan logging and Express Mongo Sanitize. Contributed to frontend development using Tailwind and React guided by Figma designs.

Backend Developer (Contract) at Faithful-Match

May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Engineered backend services with NestJS and MongoDB to support 100+ user profiles with secure, low-latency interactions. Designed a matchmaking algorithm (weighted scoring + Jaccard similarity) that improved match accuracy by 15% in beta tests. Optimized database queries to reduce response times from 1.2s to 400ms, enhancing user experience.

Full-Stack Developer at Phish Fortress

June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025

Developed a phishing simulation platform using FastAPI and React with Auth0; validated with 10+ participants, achieving a 75% increase in training completion. Integrated YouTube API to auto-assign training videos and track progress. Built feedback loops to tailor training recommendations based on user responses, reducing repeat-clicks by 20%.

Backend Developer at Tech X 360

August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024

Built core backend services (auth, payments, orders) for an e-commerce app with 100+ product listings using NestJS. Implemented RBAC to secure APIs, reducing unauthorized access attempts by 90%. Optimized queries and caching to reduce average checkout time by 40%.

Backend Instructor at HASCA

August 1, 2024 - November 7, 2025

Designed and taught Python, Flask, Linux, and database curricula to 30+ students; mentored projects covering REST APIs and core programming concepts, with 80% of students completing capstone tasks.

Full-Stack Engineer Intern at OptimaData

July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024

Built backend APIs with Express.js, applying Helmet and input sanitization; implemented Morgan logging and Express Mongo Sanitize to strengthen data protection. Contributed to frontend development using React + Tailwind, aligned with Figma designs.