Michael Obe

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Professional Summary

Backend & Platform Engineer with 3+ years of experience building scalable web applications and blockchain solutions. Proficient in TypeScript, React, Node.js, and SQL. Recognized as a top performer in the developer community with two major Hackathon victories (1st Place National, 3rd Place Global). Committed to continuous learning through advanced coursework in backend architecture and system design.

Technical Skills

Languages:JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Python, SQL, HTML5, CSS3
Frameworks:React.js, Node.js, NestJS, Next.js, Express, Tailwind CSS
Tools & Platforms:Git/GitHub, Docker, Postman, Linux, WebSockets
Soft Skills:Rapid Prototyping, Remote Collaboration, Technical Documentation

Technical Projects

Paystreamer

SUI Network, Walrus Protocol, ReactLive ↗
  • •Web3 billing infrastructure enabling digital platforms to accept and automate recurring stablecoin subscriptions on Sui.
  • •Built 10 Move modules with 73/73 tests passing, one-time wallet approval, and a permissionless on-chain scheduler.
  • •Live on testnet at usepaystreamer.xyz.

Payfrica

Node.js, Express, Blockchain, SUI MoveLive ↗
  • •Fiat-to-stablecoin bridge enabling African users to access stablecoins for digital payments.
  • •Backend developer on a team of 5 — architected the exchange API and integrated Sui blockchain for settlement. Now a full-fledged product at payfrica.xyz.
  • •Awarded 1st Place (National) out of 10 teams in a 48-hour hackathon sprint.

FundSui

SUI Network, Walrus Protocol, ReactGitHub ↗
  • •Awarded 3rd Place (Global) out of 76 projects at the Haulout Hackathon for building a decentralized podcast subscription platform.
  • •Integrated Walrus protocol for decentralized storage and Seal for encryption, ensuring user data privacy.
  • •Co-built in a team of 2.

Quiz Whiz

WebSockets, Docker, TypeScriptGitHub ↗
  • •Designed and built a full-stack, real-time multiplayer app for public events, optimized for Local Area Networks (LAN).
  • •Engineered a system to function in low-connectivity environments, distributing on-site rewards to attendees.
  • •Implemented an Admin Dashboard and containerized the production environment using Docker.
  • •Achieved 90% system stability during live stress testing at an actual event.

Experience

Technical Lead (Blockchain Initiative) — SOSC SFUTMINNA, Minna, Nigeria

Sep. 2025 – Present
  • •Lead technical planning and curriculum development for student blockchain workshops.
  • •Instruct university students on SUI blockchain fundamentals and smart contract development.
  • •Mentor hackathon teams, selecting students for peer-to-peer learning groups and supervising project execution.
  • •Document workshop progress and technical outcomes for organizational reporting.

Backend Software Engineer (Contract) — Federal University of Technology Minna — NIHUB

2024 – Present
  • •Designed and built multi-tenant attendance platform with FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and React serving multiple client organizations.
  • •Implemented JWT authentication with refresh token rotation and Argon2id password hashing across staff and registrant flows.
  • •Configured Docker Compose deployment with Caddy reverse proxy and 8-version Alembic migration history.

Education & Continuous Learning

Software Engineering Certification — ALX Africa Remote

Nov 2022 – May 2023

Enrolled in intensive curriculum in Low-Level Programming (C, Shell) and High-Level Development. Dropped out in month 6 due to hardware constraints. Focus Areas: Unix Shell, Data Structures, Algorithms, DevOps, and System Engineering.

Systems Engineering — Federal University of Technology, Minna

2023 – Present

Undergraduate degree in Systems Engineering.

Full Stack Open Certification — University of Helsinki (MOOC)

Current

Mastering modern JavaScript (React, Redux, Node.js, GraphQL) and Docker-based CI/CD pipelines.

Computer Science Fundamentals (CS50) — Harvard University (edX)

Completed

Focus on Algorithmic Thinking, Memory Management (Pointers), and Computational Complexity (Big O).

Advanced Backend Engineering — Udemy (Hussein Nasser)

Completed

Specialized in Database Internals (ACID, Indexing) and System Design protocols (TCP/UDP/WebSockets).