Joy A.

Backend Engineer

Nigeria1 yr 9 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Contributed to a winning Blockchain project at SafariDAO Hackathon.
  • Increased client website traffic by 15% through SEO strategies.
  • Strong focus on clean code and effective communication.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend Developer with expertise in SaaS and Social Media solutions.

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Skills

Core Skills

Node.jsApi DevelopmentSeoWritingMental Health CounselingClinical Psychology

Other Skills

API TestingAgile MethodologiesApplication Programming Interfaces (API)Article WritingArtificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomy in decision-makingBack-End Web DevelopmentBlockchainBlog MarketingBloggingBootstrapC#Career ManagementCascading Style Sheets (CSS)Cloud Shell

About

Backend Software Engineer | Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, MySQL | Strong API Design & Communication Skills| Growth-Minded Tech Talent I’m a backend software developer with hands-on experience building RESTful APIs and backend systems for African startups and global clients. I specialize in Node.js, Express, MongoDB, MySQL, and authentication systems (JWT, OAuth, Passport.js) — with a strong focus on clean code, API documentation, and effective cross-team collaboration. Technical Skills Languages & Frameworks: JavaScript, Node.js, Express.js, TypeScript, PHP Architecture & Tools: Microservices, RESTful APIs, MVC Architecture, Git, GitHub Databases: MongoDB, MySQL, SequelizeORM, Mongoose Authentication & Security: JWT, OAuth Cloud & Dev Tools: Postman, DigitalOcean, GCP, Paystack, Cloudinary Others: OOP, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap Notable Highlights 🥇 Contributed backend development to Nature Defender, a Blockchain-based project that won the SafariDAO Hackathon ✍️ Increased client website traffic and CTR as a freelance SEO copywriter I recently graduated from the Women Techsters Fellowship and am actively seeking remote backend developer roles where I can contribute to innovative teams and grow in real-world projects. Why Me? I’m fast-learning, detail-oriented, and thrive in collaborative environments. I understand not just how to write clean code—but how to communicate ideas clearly and document processes effectively. Let’s Connect I'm open to backend roles, freelance opportunities, and collaborations. Reach out via email: joyagbo49@gmail.com or right here on LinkedIn.

Experience

Gfa technologies

2 roles

Back End Developer

Aug 2024Jun 2025 · 10 mos · Remote

  • At GFA Technologies, I played a pivotal role in developing scalable microservices for platforms like REMSANA and FundraiserCRM. My work focused on designing RESTful APIs to enhance integration between teams, while integrating Sequelize ORM with MySQL for optimized data handling. This led to significant improvements in digital learning and fundraising workflows.
Node.jsExpress.jsMongoDBMySQLAPI DevelopmentCross-team Collaboration+10

Back End Developer

Feb 2024Jun 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos · Remote

  • Designed and implemented RESTful APIs, enhancing mobile and web application performance and scalability
Node.jsExpress.jsMySQLMongoDBGitAPI Development+15

Thriftchain

Back End Developer

Aug 2023Present · 2 yrs 7 mos · Remote

Node.jsJavaScriptExpress.jsMongoDBREST APIsAPI Development+6

Tech4dev

Back End Developer

Aug 2022Mar 2023 · 7 mos · Remote

  • During my time at Tech4Dev, I honed my backend development skills by creating innovative solutions for social platforms and e-wallet systems. I successfully developed a social platform backend that included chat and video upload features, as well as an e-wallet system with secure authentication and funds transfer capabilities. Working within an agile team, I contributed to system architecture planning and collaborated closely with frontend teams to create and test RESTful APIs.
JavaScriptHTML5Express.jsNode.jsMySQLGit+16

Upwork

Freelancer

Oct 2021Present · 4 yrs 5 mos · Remote

  • 100% job success
  • Understanding the client's message and translating it into written content
  • Optimized the content for search engines and lead generation, which brought about a 15% increase in Click-Through-Rate
  • Created attention-grabbing headlines and articles on different topics that saw a 20% increase in organic traffic
  • Adhered to the tone of voice requested by the client
  • Reviewed, edited, and modified content until the client is satisfied.
  • Quick delivery of content before the deadline
Problem-solvingTeamworkEffective CommunicationFast learningAutonomy in decision-makingCross-team Collaboration+9

National youth service corps

Teaching Assistant

Dec 2018Nov 2019 · 11 mos · Kwara Nigeria · On-site

Benue state university teaching hospital ( psychiatric unit)

Psychology Practicum Student Intern

Nov 2016Nov 2016 · 0 mo · Makurdi, Benue, Nigeria · On-site

  • Assisted in daily accurate data collection and assessments of patient's current mental health.
  • provided individual counselling and assisted with group counselling.
Mental Health AdvocacyProblem SolvingMental Health WritingCommunity Mental HealthMental Health CounselingClinical Psychology+6

Education

Tech4Dev

Women Techsters Fellowship Class of 2023 — Software Development

Jan 2022Jan 2023

SheFi Scholar

Web3

Jun 2024Aug 2024

Imagine Foundation e.V.

Imagine Fellowship — Career Coaching and Development Program

Apr 2023Jul 2023

Benue State University

Bachelor of Science - BSc — Psychology

Jan 2014Jan 2018

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