Perpetual Meninwa

Backend Engineer

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria2 yrs 1 mo experience

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Key Highlights

Expert in building scalable web applications.
Proficient in both frontend and backend technologies.
Passionate about mentoring and community engagement.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Full Stack Developer specializing in scalable web applications and API management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Backend DevelopmentApi ManagementFull Stack DevelopmentFrontend DevelopmentUi/ux Design

Other Skills

MongoDBReactJSNodeJSNext.jsMUITypeScriptAPI DevelopmentTask ManagementTailwind CSSSoftware InfrastructureApplication Programming Interfaces (API)ClickUpPostman APIBack-End Web DevelopmentAmazon Web Services (AWS)

About

Hi! I’m a Software Developer with a passion for building scalable, high-performance web applications. I specialize in both frontend and backend development, and I’m always looking for ways to improve my craft. On the frontend, I work with React.js and Next.js to create dynamic, user-friendly interfaces, using tools like TailwindCSS, MUI, and SASS to ensure my designs are responsive and polished. I also love experimenting with component libraries like ShadCN, MagicUI, and Animata to keep things fresh and efficient. On the backend, I build RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express.js, ensuring everything works smoothly between the frontend and backend. I focus on creating scalable, secure, and high-performance API solutions, and I have experience with databases like MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and SQL. I’m also comfortable working with cloud services like AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda) and using Docker for containerization to streamline deployments. I'm always striving to stay on top of the latest trends and technologies—whether it’s experimenting with serverless architecture, diving into machine learning, or exploring new JavaScript frameworks. I love to learn and update my skills, and I’m always excited to see how new tech can help build better, more efficient solutions. I thrive in collaborative, agile environments and enjoy working closely with teams to bring ideas to life. Whether it’s mentoring or contributing to open-source projects, I’m passionate about growing with the community and sharing knowledge. If you're looking for a developer who’s dedicated, constantly learning, and loves to tackle challenges, let's connect!

Experience

Uptick talent

2 roles

Mentor (Volunteer)

Jul 2025 – Present · 9 mos · Remote

Full-stack Developer

Oct 2024 – Mar 2025 · 5 mos · Remote

M15 innovations

Backend Developer

Mar 2025 – Present · 1 yr 1 mo · Lagos State, Nigeria · Remote

She code africa

Back End Developer

Jul 2024 – Aug 2024 · 1 mo · Remote · Remote

Developed and maintained client-side and server-side applications using modern technologies.
Developed server-side logic, databases, and API management.
Assisted in the design and implementation of database structures using MongoDB.
Collaborated with frontend developers to integrate backend services with frontend components.
Troubleshooted, debugged, and updated existing software and integrated other services with backend systems.
Ensured seamless API integration and maintained efficient data flow between frontend and backend systems.
Wrote clean, maintainable, and efficient code for backend development.
Conducted thorough testing of backend code to ensure reliability and robustness.
Documented backend code and processes to ensure knowledge sharing and maintainability.

MongoDBAPI ManagementBackend Development

Pledre

2 roles

Full Stack Developer

Promoted

Jan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 5 mos · Remote

Developed robust, high-performance full-stack applications, using a combination of ReactJS, NodeJS, and MongoDB.
Integrated backend APIs with ReactJS components, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality.
Wrote maintainable, scalable, and efficient code in both frontend and backend to improve system performance.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, driving initiatives to enhance product features and optimize architecture.
Contributed to API management, enhancing data exchange between frontend and backend systems.

ReactJSNodeJSMongoDBAPI ManagementFull Stack Development

Frontend Engineer

Jul 2023 – Jan 2024 · 6 mos · Remote

Collaborate closely with design teams to implement intuitive UI/UX designs, ensuring responsiveness and cross-browser compatibility.
Integrate backend APIs into the frontend, ensuring smooth data flow and performance optimization.
Implement and optimize ReactJS components and NextJS for scalable, full-stack applications with server-side rendering.
Continuously optimize applications to enhance speed, scalability, and user experience through profiling and debugging.
Write clean, reusable code while adhering to best practices in frontend development.
Collaborate in agile environments, ensuring timely project delivery while meeting stakeholder expectations.

ReactJSNext.jsMUITypeScriptFrontend DevelopmentUI/UX Design

Stutern

Backend Developer Intern

Feb 2023 – Aug 2023 · 6 mos · Lagos State, Nigeria · Remote

Collaborated with other team members such as the Data Science/Machine Learning Team to integrate the prediction model into the backend.
Collaborated with the frontend team to deliver the APIs being created to be consumed and displayed on the frontend.
Assigned and delegated tasks efficiently as the lead on the backend, ensuring that deadlines were being met, using task management tools such as GitHub Project and ClickUp.
Handling technical issues and resolving merge conflicts using version control tools such as Git.
Handling and managing data using MongoDB
Ensuring an optimized and functional application

MongoDBAPI DevelopmentTask ManagementBackend DevelopmentAPI Management