Habiba Adam Salisu

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Hi, I’m Habiba Adam Salisu, a backend-focused developer who thrives on building secure, scalable systems in the cloud.

About

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.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Education
  • Retail
  • Professional Services
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Other

Work experience· 14 roles

Full-Stack Developer · Phish FortressJun 2025 – Jun 2025 · 1 mo

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%.

Full-Stack Developer · Phish FortressJun 2025 – Aug 2025 · 3 mos

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.

Backend Developer (Contract) · Faithful-MatchMay 2025 – May 2025 · 1 mo

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.

Back End Developer · Faithful-MatchFeb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos
Backend Developer · Faithful-MatchFeb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 10 mos
Backend Developer (E-commerce Mobile App(A-Shopper)) · TechX360Aug 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr
Backend Instructor · HASCAAug 2024 – Nov 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos
Backend Developer · Tech X 360Aug 2024 – Aug 2024 · 1 mo

Education

Software Engineering · ALX, Holberton School of Coding2022 – 2024
Software Engineering Programme · ALX, Holberton School of Coding2022 – 2024
Software Engineering · ALX; Holberton School of Coding2022 – 2024

Certifications and awards· 7

ALX Software Engineering Programme, Backend Development2024
SHECODES Basics, Plus, Responsive, and React2023 – 2024
ALX Software Engineering Programme, Backend Development2024 – 2025
SHECODES Basics, Plus, Responsive, and React2023 – 2024

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