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Abubakar Lawal

Senior Backend Developer

About Me

A visionary Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with over 9 years of experience in backend engineering, infrastructure design, and deployment automation. Currently leading the entire technical direction at MehticTech, Abubakar has architected and overseen the development of a streamlined, scalable ecosystem powered by Enterprise GitHub, Linear, and AWS Lambda. His strategic leadership has driven innovation across all engineering operations—from CI/CD pipelines to cloud infrastructure. Recognized for his deep expertise in PHP, Laravel, and the LAMP stack, Abubakar blends technical excellence with executive-level decision-making. He mentors cross-functional teams, aligns technology with business goals, and ensures the delivery of secure, high-availability platforms. His impact spans multiple domains, including fintech, edtech, and community-building ventures—such as alumni networks and digital workspaces—demonstrating his commitment to both technical impact and social innovation.

Skills

Experience

CTO/Senior Engineer @ MehticTech

January 2021 – Present

  • Architected and implemented an end-to-end automated deployment system using AWS Lambda and GitHub Enterprise Actions.
  • Built and maintained a scalable backend architecture serving Android and Flutter-based apps.
  • Implemented secure authentication systems, complex data models, and admin dashboards.
  • Played a pivotal role in defining GitHub access roles, setting up CI/CD workflows, and ensuring high-quality, test-driven code practices.
  • Integrated project tracking using Linear to streamline collaboration between engineering, design, and product teams.
  • Directed overall technical strategy, infrastructure planning, and architecture decisions across product lines.
  • Led the hiring, mentoring, and performance reviews of engineering talent across backend, mobile, and DevOps teams.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to align technology with business goals, driving product scalability and uptime.
  • Spearheaded the integration of third-party banking APIs, enabling services like virtual accounts, bulk payments, and NFC tap-to-pay.
  • Oversaw cost-optimized cloud infrastructure with AWS, reducing monthly DevOps expenses by over 30%.
  • Defined technical OKRs and reporting metrics to measure engineering efficiency, incident recovery, and release velocity.
  • Instituted secure development lifecycle practices, including regular code audits, access reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
  • Championed a culture of documentation, clean architecture, and modular codebases across all engineering teams.
Backend Engineer / Middleware Consultant @ Self-Employed

January 2016 – December 2020

  • Designed and deployed middleware solutions for high-traffic systems.
  • Specialized in Laravel-based API systems serving Android APKs shared via direct distribution.
  • Optimized LAMP-stack infrastructures for performance, security, and scalability.
  • Built monitoring scripts in PHP for automated health checks, logging, and alerting.
  • Provided freelance backend support for startups and SMBs with scalable architecture and on-call incident resolution.
Backend Developer @ Honeypays

January 2018 – January 2019

  • Engineered core payment processing logic and security layers.
  • Developed internal tools for transaction auditing, fraud detection, and user management.
  • Coordinated integration between mobile apps and Laravel-powered backend systems.
  • Enhanced system performance with MySQL query optimizations and caching strategies.

Key Projects

Web3.0 Wallet

Developed a Web3.0 wallet for MehticPay and its subsidiaries, enabling users to manage digital assets and cryptocurrencies.

Integrated with multiple blockchain networks, enhancing user experience and security.

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MehticPay Personal

Developed and maintained a secure personal finance platform enabling users to send, receive, and manage funds with robust authentication and user profiling using Laravel and PostgreSQL.

Streamlined transaction flows and integrated multi-level security checks, resulting in a 40% reduction in failed transactions.

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MehticPay Business

Designed and implemented a scalable platform tailored for business payments, including bulk transfers, invoice generation, and sub-account management.

Improved SME client onboarding speed by 60% through automated KYC and role-based access control.

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NFC Payment

Led the development of an NFC-based tap-to-pay solution integrated with MehticPay for seamless microtransactions and device-based authentication.

Enabled real-time contactless payments, reducing checkout time by 75% in retail environments.

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BankPlus Integration

Integrated BankPlus APIs to extend MehticPay's capabilities to include direct bank transfers, transaction reconciliation, and virtual accounts.

Increased banking coverage by 85%, enhancing user retention across business and personal users.

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OTC (Off The Counter) Payment

Built a hybrid system allowing users to perform in-person payments at partner locations using QR codes or PIN-based verification.

Empowered over-the-counter agents to handle transactions in rural and semi-urban areas, expanding financial inclusion.

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Infrastructure & Security Automation

Automated CI/CD deployment with AWS Lambda, GitHub Enterprise, and Linear, including structured access control and audit logging.

Reduced deployment time and human error by 60% while enforcing role-specific deployment workflows.

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Loan Disbursement & Recovery Engine

Built a Laravel-based system to handle microloan disbursements, repayment schedules, and auto-deductions.

Improved recovery rate by 40% and reduced loan default incidents using automated risk scoring.

Wallet and Virtual Account System

Developed an internal wallet and virtual account architecture for flexible funds movement and user transparency.

Enabled full wallet-to-wallet transfers, making intra-user payments seamless and traceable.

Laravel Sanitizer

Laravel middleware to sanitize inputs and block malicious bots and codes

With the mission to simplify securing laravel requests inputs without sweating.

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E-commerce Backend (Laravel + Vue)

Built a multi-vendor marketplace backend with cart, order processing, and vendor settlements.

Enabled over 500 successful transactions in the first month of launch.

School Management System

Developed a full-stack admin system for academic records, payments, and student performance tracking.

Deployed in two institutions, replacing manual processes and improving admin response time by 80%.

NGO Donation Platform

Created a secure donation and donor management portal for a regional NGO.

Boosted monthly donations by 3x through simplified payment flow and donor transparency.

Other Notable Work

Fuvipi Alumni – Alumni Management System https://alumni.fuvipi.com.ng

Founded and built an intelligent platform that reconnects alumni with their institutions.

  • Developed core features such as member directories, event RSVPs, secure sign-ins, and automated mailings.
  • Implemented a scalable architecture suitable for deployment across multiple schools.
  • Focused on user engagement with event tracking, alumni spotlights, and real-time communication features.
Fuvipi Workstation – Workstation Startup

Founded a local coworking hub to provide tech-enabled workspace access to freelancers and entrepreneurs.

  • Designed custom billing and check-in systems
  • Focused on affordability and digital literacy in the local tech community.

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