Hi, I'm Osaro Igbinovia

Senior Backend Engineer

Passionate about building robust and scalable backend systems with high security and database management.

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About Me

An introduction

As a results-driven Backend Engineer, I am passionate about leveraging technology to build scalable and efficient web applications. Leveraging extensive experience in building solutions with TypeScript in Node.js, including frameworks like Express and Nest, as well as Python with frameworks like Flask and Django. I specialize in designing and implementing robust server-side logic that ensures optimal performance and responsiveness, delivering seamless user experiences.

I am excited about the opportunity to tackle new challenges and contribute to innovative projects that drive business success.

6+ Years
experience
8+ Completed
project
6+ Companies
worked

Skills

Languages

More than 5 years

Frontend Development:

HTML/CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript

Backend Development:

Python, JavaScript, TypeScript

Database

More than 5 years

Relational Databases:

MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, SQLite

NoSQL Document Databases:

MongoDB, Azure Cosmos DB, Firebase Firestore

Key-Value Stores:

Redis, Amazon DynamoDB

Time Series Database:

InfluxDB

Wide Column Stores:

Cassandra

Libraries

More than 5 years

ORMs:

Sequelize, SQLAlchemy, Prisma, KnexJS, TypeORM

ODM:

Mongoose, Pymongo

HTTP Client:

Axios, Requests, Fetch API

Development Methodologies

More than 5 years

Methodologies:

Agile, Waterfall

API Architecture:

REST API, GraphQL, WebSockets

Software Design Principles:

DRY, KISS, SOLID

Architecture Patterns:

Microservices, Serverless, Layered

Frameworks

More than 5 years

Python:

Django, Flask, FastAPI

JS/TS:

Express.js, NestJS

Testing:

Jest, Pytest, Selenium, Mocha, Chai, Unit test

Developer Tools

More than 5 years

Dev-env & IDEs:

VS Code, Chrome DevTools

Version Control:

Git, GitHub

Container Management:

Docker, Kubernetes

Package Managers:

npm, yarn, pip, homebrew, apt, yum

Database Management:

TablePlus, MySQL Workbench, pgAdmin, DB Browser

API Dev & Testing:

Postman, Swagger UI

Project Management:

Trello, Jira, Linear, Notion, Airtable

Collaboration and Communication:

Slack, Google Chat, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet

OS & Scripting:

Linux, Bash Scripting

Continuous Integration:

Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions

Infrastructure

More than 5 years

Message Brokers:

RabbitMQ, Apache Kafka, Amazon Simple Queue Service, NATS

Runtime Environment:

NodeJS

Cloud Platforms:

Digital Ocean, AWS, Azure, GCP

Development Paradigms:

OOP, Event-Driven Programming, Test-Driven Development

Infrastructure as Code:

Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Ansible, Pulumi

Qualification

My personal journey
Education
Work

Electrical Electronics Engineering

University Of Lagos
2013 - 2018

Senior Backend Engineer

Rise | Full time
Nov 2024 - Present

Senior Backend Engineer

BlockOps Network | Full time
Jun 2023 - Mar 2025

Backend Engineer

Vendease Africa | Contract
Sept 2024 - Feb 2025

Python Developer

Ajay Tech | Part time
Feb 2024 - Feb 2025

Senior Backend Developer

Resplach Inc. | Full time
Feb 2024 - July 2024

Backend Engineer

Lorgarithm | Contract
Jan 2024 - Feb 2024

Backend Developer

Talen.ai | Full time
Oct 2022 - Dec 2023

Software Engineer

THCO | Full time
May 2020 - Oct 2022

Software Engineer Intern

Cradle | Internship
Sep 2019 - May 2020

Services

What I do

Technical
Services

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Technical
Services

  • Scalable system architecture design

  • High-performance API development

  • Microservices implementation

  • Database optimization and design

  • Cloud infrastructure engineering

  • Security architecture and vulnerability mitigation

DevOps & Infrastructure

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DevOps & Infrastructure

  • Continuous integration/deployment pipeline design

  • Containerization and orchestration strategies

  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC) implementation

  • Performance monitoring and optimization

  • Cloud platform migration

System Design & Architecture

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System Design & Architecture

  • Enterprise software solution design

  • Complex system integration

  • Event-driven architecture development

  • Distributed system engineering

  • Technical debt reduction strategies

Data
Management

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Data
Management

  • Advanced database architecture

  • Data pipeline design

  • Complex query optimization

  • Data modeling and schema design

Consulting & Leadership

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Consulting & Leadership

  • Technical strategy development

  • Solution architecture guidance

  • Team technical mentorship

  • Technology stack recommendations

  • Performance and scalability consulting

Technical
Specializations

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Technical
Specializations

  • Machine learning infrastructure

  • Real-time systems development

  • High-concurrency application design

  • Blockchain backend integration

  • Advanced caching strategies

Portfolio

Most recent works
blockOps

BlockOps Network

BlockOps Network provides blockchain node infrastructure services, offering APIs and tools to seamlessly connect users to the web3 ecosystem. As the sole and Senior Backend Engineer, I implemented critical features to optimize performance, security, and scalability.

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Risevest (Rise)

Risevest (Rise)

Risevest is a fintech platform that offers Nigerians (and beyond) access to foreign investment opportunities in US Stocks, US Real Estate, and Fixed Income assets. As a digital dollar fund manager, Risevest simplifies wealth creation by providing expertly curated portfolios and intuitive goal-based investing.

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OpenSauce (Vendease)

OpenSauce (Vendease)

OpenSauce is a comprehensive platform for restaurant discovery, review management, and online ordering. It caters to both RMS-integrated (full-service) restaurants and non-RMS users (lightweight listings), all managed under a unified backend.

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TalenAI

TalenAI

TalenAI is an AI-driven recruiting platform that streamlines global candidate sourcing, connections, and hiring processes. Built on a secure and scalable backend using Python and Flask—deployed on DigitalOcean—the platform integrates with MongoDB for efficient data storage.

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BlockOps Network

Project Description : BlockOps Network provides blockchain node infrastructure services, offering APIs and tools to seamlessly connect users to the web3 ecosystem. As the sole and Senior Backend Engineer, I implemented critical features to optimize performance, security, and scalability. This included payment processing, node deployment automation, and secure authentication flows.

Technologies Used

  • Backend: Node.js (TypeScript), Express.js, Redis

  • Database: MySQL, PostgreSQL

  • Authentication & Security: GitHub OAuth, Google SSO, Custom SSH Key Pair Validation

  • Messaging/Queue: RabbitMQ

  • Infrastructure & Hosting: AWS, DigitalOcean, Docker, Kubernetes

  • Payments: Stripe Integration (Subscription models, Test Charges)

  • Documentation: Swagger UI

  • Web3: SSV Network Integration, Obol Network

Key Responsibilities

  • Stripe API Integration
    Built robust payment flows, including test charges and subscription models, to accommodate multiple platform plans. Reduced payment errors by 15% and increased subscription sign-ups by 10%.

  • Parachain Node Deployment
    Streamlined deployment processes, cutting deployment time by 50%. Optimized queries for a 40% reduction in page load times.

  • OAuth & SSO Implementation
    Integrated GitHub OAuth and Google SSO for secure user authentication. Achieved a 30% decrease in unauthorized access attempts.

  • Migration & Infrastructure Optimization
    Transitioned core API services from AWS to DigitalOcean, reducing infrastructure costs by 20%. Enhanced GCP service account permissions, decreasing security vulnerabilities by 30%.

  • Microservices & SSH Key Management
    Developed custom functions to validate SSH key pairs and verify SSH connections for seamless infrastructure integration. Set up RabbitMQ for efficient asynchronous messaging between services.

  • Swagger & API Documentation
    Created user-friendly Swagger UI for backend services. Authored comprehensive API documentation, easing third-party integrations.

  • SSV Network Integration
    Successfully integrated SSV network into Mission Control (node deployment) and Telescope (monitoring & observability). Earned a $20k grant from SSV for delivering high-value features and performance optimizations.

Outcome : By implementing payment services, strengthening security, and adding web3 integrations (such as SSV and Obol), the BlockOps platform now delivers a smoother, more efficient user experience. Node deployments are faster and more reliable, while robust authentication and subscription options enhance monetization potential. These improvements, alongside a $20k SSV grant, underscore the project’s success in bridging traditional and decentralized infrastructures with reliability and scale.

Risevest (Rise)

Project Description : Risevest is a fintech platform that offers Nigerians (and beyond) access to foreign investment opportunities in US Stocks, US Real Estate, and Fixed Income assets. As a digital dollar fund manager, Risevest simplifies wealth creation by providing expertly curated portfolios and intuitive goal-based investing. Deployed on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) for scalability and reliability, the platform ensures secure, real-time transactions and robust portfolio management.

Technologies Used

  • Backend: Node.js, Express.js, TypeScript

  • Database: MySQL, Redis (caching)

  • Infrastructure & Orchestration: Docker, Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)

  • Security & Compliance: JWT (authentication), Two-Factor Authentication, Industry-standard encryption

  • Mobile & Web: REST APIs for mobile applications, Web front-end integrations

  • CI/CD & Monitoring: GitHub Actions, New Relic/Datadog, Kubernetes deployments

Key Responsibilities

  • Designed and maintained modular microservices, ensuring high throughput and low latency for real-time investment transactions. Implemented horizontal scaling strategies on GKE to handle spikes in user activity.

  • Integrated secure payment gateways and e-wallet solutions to facilitate cross-border transactions. Ensured compliance with financial regulations (KYC/AML), including seamless identity verification.

  • Developed APIs to manage user portfolios (US Stocks, Real Estate, and Fixed Income) with real-time valuation updates. Implemented advanced caching using Redis to optimize data retrieval and maintain system responsiveness.

  • Employed message brokers (e.g., RabbitMQ or Kafka) for asynchronous event processing and reliable transaction logging. Built robust failover mechanisms and fault tolerance to minimize downtime.

  • Implemented JWT-based role management (admin, investor, partner) and two-factor authentication for secure access. Established rigorous access control policies to protect sensitive user data and transactions.

  • Set up GitHub Actions pipelines for automated testing, building, and deployment to GKE. Monitored system health with tools like New Relic or Datadog, enabling proactive issue resolution.

  • Optimized MySQL queries and indexing strategies to handle large volumes of financial data. Conducted load testing and performance tuning to ensure the platform remains stable under high user traffic.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams—product, design, mobile—to align backend services with user requirements. Mentored junior engineers, providing code reviews, design feedback, and guidance on best practices.

Outcome : Through a secure, scalable backend ecosystem, Risevest delivers an intuitive investment experience that connects users to global assets. The microservices architecture and reliable CI/CD pipelines reduce deployment friction, while advanced authentication measures and data caching boost user trust and performance. As a result, Risevest effectively empowers investors to diversify and grow their wealth through accessible, expertly managed dollar investments.

OpenSauce (Vendease)

Project Description : OpenSauce is a comprehensive platform for restaurant discovery, review management, and online ordering. It caters to both RMS-integrated (full-service) restaurants and non-RMS users (lightweight listings), all managed under a unified backend. The project expanded OpenSauce from a simple review platform into an ecosystem that seamlessly onboards restaurants, synchronizes data with the RMS, and offers user-friendly interfaces for owners, customers, and admin teams.

Technologies Used

  • Backend: NestJS (TypeScript), TypeORM

  • Messaging: NATS server for microservice communication

  • Database: PostgreSQL, Redis (for caching)

  • Authentication & Security: JWT, customized AccountTypeGuard for role-based access

  • Containerization & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes

Key Responsibilities

  • Review Module
    Developed a robust review system allowing each restaurant to host multiple reviews.

  • User Profile Management
    Implemented user account updates, including secure handling of profile information.

  • Microservice Integration
    Set up and configured NATS server to enable reliable, event-driven communication between services.

  • RMS Sync
    Built functionality to automatically create and update restaurant profiles in OpenSauce whenever new businesses were onboarded in the RMS.

  • Admin Endpoints & Role-Based Authentication
    Created admin-specific endpoints and implemented a custom AccountTypeGuard to manage role-based access for admins, clients, and owners.

  • Scalability & Deployment
    Deployed microservices to Kubernetes clusters for high availability and used Docker for containerizing services.

Outcome : By integrating the RMS with OpenSauce and implementing microservice-driven workflows, the platform now serves a broader range of restaurant partners—from fully integrated RMS clients to standalone, lightweight listings. The newly added review and profile management features significantly enhanced user engagement, while automated RMS-to-OpenSauce synchronization reduced manual onboarding overhead. These improvements positioned OpenSauce as a flexible, scalable solution for restaurants of all sizes, ultimately boosting adoption and customer satisfaction.

TalenAI

Project Description : TalenAI is an AI-driven recruiting platform that streamlines global candidate sourcing, connections, and hiring processes. Built on a secure and scalable backend using Python and Flask—deployed on DigitalOcean—the platform integrates with MongoDB for efficient data storage.

Technologies Used

  • Backend: Python, Flask, MongoDB, pm2

  • Infrastructure: DigitalOcean

  • CI/CD & Repository: GitLab

  • Testing: Jest

Key Responsibilities

  • Scalable & Secure Backend Systems
    Engineered robust server architectures capable of handling large-scale operations. Implemented best practices for security and data protection.

  • API Handling & Integration
    Created an abstraction layer to manage product APIs and hundreds of customer APIs, enhancing adaptability and integration speed. Ensured seamless data flow between the backend and various external systems.

  • Testing & Debugging
    Utilized Jest to establish comprehensive testing procedures. Achieved a 95% reduction in compatibility issues through rigorous debugging and quality assurance processes.

  • Database Optimization
    Fine-tuned MongoDB queries for a 20% reduction in page load times. Improved overall system responsiveness and user experience.

  • Mentoring Junior Engineers
    Provided technical guidance and code reviews, leading to a 43% increase in team skill development and project contributions. Fostered a collaborative environment to accelerate onboarding and productivity.

Outcome : By emphasizing scalable backend architecture and robust API integrations, TalenAI successfully handles high-volume recruiting demands while maintaining high security. The combination of thorough testing and database optimizations significantly reduced system bottlenecks, enhancing both performance and user satisfaction. Additionally, mentorship efforts created a stronger, more agile development team capable of continuous innovation.

Testimonial

A few words from trusted people

Segun Saka-Aiyedun

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

I had the privilege of working alongside Osaro on the BlockOps team, where he served as a Senior Backend Engineer. His ability to deliver complex features—from payment processing integrations using Stripe to advanced microservices and SSH key validation—was nothing short of exceptional. Osaro’s expertise in Node.js, TypeScript, and various cloud infrastructures made him a go-to person for resolving critical issues and optimizing system performance. Osaro is not only a highly skilled backend engineer; he is also an excellent collaborator who values clear communication and teamwork. I wholeheartedly recommend Osaro for any senior-level engineering role. Any team would be fortunate to have him.

Olayiwola Sobowale

Software Engineer | Node.js

Osaro is a hard-working engineer that I managed and also worked with closely. Osaro does not shy away from tasks or wearing multiple hats; he tackles new challenges head-on and also contributes positively to the team, either through his positive energy or by being professional with his work. Osaro was able to handle our DevOps infrastructure at Rekka, where he managed the smooth running of our infrastructure with different challenges that arose while ensuring minimal to zero downtime with our deployed services. I highly recommend Osaro to any team because he is pragmatic and can deliver quality over quantity in a short period of time.

Oluwatimilehin Adesoji

Senior Software Engineer

I had the pleasure of working with Osaro on a few projects, and he consistently demonstrated great problem-solving skills. His ability to solve complex technical problems, write clean and efficient code, and collaborate well with the team made a significant impact. Osaro is always eager to learn and improve, making him a valuable asset to any team. I highly recommend Osaro for any backend engineering role.

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Contact Address

Lagos, Nigeria