Hello, I'm
Ibrahim Saibu
Senior Frontend & Product Engineer
Building efficient, scalable, and user-centric solutions with expertise in React, Next.js, and modern web technologies. Passionate about creating seamless user experiences.
About Me
A results-driven software engineer passionate about building efficient, scalable, and user-centric solutions.
Skilled in the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), from design and development to deployment and optimization.
Proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions in industries like fintech, real estate, and e-commerce.
Passionate about bridging the gap between design and functionality to create seamless user experiences.
Adept at leveraging modern frameworks and tools to align technology with business objectives while ensuring exceptional usability.
Professional Summary
A results-driven software engineer with a passion for building efficient, scalable, and user-centric solutions. I specialize in delivering high-quality, innovative systems that meet the highest standards of usability and performance.
With proven expertise in leading cross-functional teams, I've delivered impactful solutions across various industries including fintech, real estate, and e-commerce. My approach bridges the gap between design and functionality to create seamless user experiences.
I'm adept at leveraging modern frameworks and tools to align technology with business objectives while ensuring exceptional usability and performance.
Skills & Expertise
A comprehensive set of technical and soft skills developed through years of experience in the software industry.
Frontend Development
- React
- React Native
- Next.js
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- Gsap
- Framer Motion
- Storybook
Backend & ORM
- Node.js
- NestJs
- C# (.NET)
- CMS (Sanity, Strapi)
- Prisma
- Sequelize
Database
- SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
- NoSQL (MongoDB)
Testing & Deployment
- Jest
- Cypress
- AWS
- GCP
- DigitalOcean
- CI/CD
Design & UI
- UI/UX Design
- Tailwind CSS
- SCSS
- Responsive Design
- Animation
Soft Skills
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Mentorship
- Collaboration
- Problem Solving
Product & Business
- Product Management
- Business Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Agile Methodologies
Learning & Growth
- Continuous Learning
- Knowledge Sharing
- Technology Trends
Miscellaneous
- Server Administration
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Product Development
Professional Experience
A track record of successful roles and projects across various organizations.
Peerless SGC (Sterling Financial Holdings)
Senior Frontend (Contract)
Peerless SGC (Sterling Financial Holdings)
Senior Frontend (Contract)
- Contributed significantly to the success of SeaBaas, an indigenous core banking app that saved Sterling Bank over $10millions in licensing fees.
- Led development teams to deliver multiple critical modules integrated into SeaBaas a multi-tenancy app that is used by financial institutions to run effective services for their millions of customers.
- Planned and executed agile sprints, fostering seamless communication across stakeholders and ensured task are delivered on schedule.
- Built the End of Activities interface to monitor, in real-time, the reporting of daily, monthly and yearly activities across all branches.
- Ensure quality assurance is passed by running end to end (E2E) testing on seabass at every deployment environment before handover to client.
- Planned and executed agile sprints, fostering seamless communication across stakeholders ensuring functionality and scalability.
Iverify (Rentcheck)
Tech Lead
Iverify (Rentcheck)
Tech Lead
- Optimized cloud service costs from $2000 to $200 per month while enhancing the app's performance and capabilities.
- Served as the administrator of the app and its infrastructures, ensuring smooth operations and reliability and scalability.
- Led the frontend team that built and maintained the platforms iverify.ng and app.iverify.ng, a robust identity verification system.
- Developed Kpali.ng, a certificate and document verification app with a USD-based revenue model, to drive business cash flow.
- Attended to all technical issues and served as the primary point of communication for technical concerns at Iverify.
- Built an in-house analytics system that connects to all Rentcheck services for strategic planning and growth.
- Developed mobile applications connecting thousands of agents to the platform, expanding usability and accessibility.
- Represented the company at technical forums, showcasing innovations, and fostering partnerships.
Viajio Inc.
Frontend / Product Lead
Viajio Inc.
Frontend / Product Lead
- Built critical design systems and reusable components that is used to develop viajio.com and other internal apps faster.
- Led the frontend team that build Viajio.com platform that brings together the fragmented tours and experience space by building a robust B2B platform.
- Collaborated with leadership to align product vision with business goals which makes delivering of custom feature fast and effective.
- Delivered a cohesive, high-quality user experience that improved client and user satisfaction.
Grapevine Innovate
Frontend Developer Intern
Grapevine Innovate
Frontend Developer Intern
- Developed crowdfunding solutions for real estate and charity sectors, addressing usability challenges.
- Created mockups and functional requirements to align deliverables with stakeholder expectations.
- Delivered scalable, user-friendly interfaces that enhanced team productivity.
Featured Projects
A selection of projects that demonstrate my technical expertise and problem-solving abilities.
Africa's first indigenous core banking app, optimized for scalability and seamless operations. Saved Sterling Bank over $10 million in licensing fees.
Robust identity verification system for authenticating government-issued IDs and phone numbers across Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, and Uganda.
Certificate and document authentication platform with a USD-based revenue model to drive business cash flow.
A comprehensive booking app for flights and hotels, providing a seamless travel planning experience for users.
Application that simplifies and makes rent payments flexible for tenants with integrated payment options.
Landing page for women's beauty products with integrated e-commerce functionality and analytics.
Get In Touch
Have a project in mind or want to discuss potential opportunities? Feel free to reach out!
I'm always open to discussing product design work or partnership opportunities.