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Yaya Soumah
@yayasoumah
Remote Backend Developer | Node.js, TypeScript, Cloud-Native APIs, TDD | 4 Production-Grade Projects
ChinaWhat I'm looking for
I'm a backend Developer with 3+ years of experience building and scaling cloud-native REST APIs using Node.js, TypeScript, and Sequelize.
Delivered 4 production-ready APIs (social media, job board, blogging, bookmarking) with 85–96% test coverage via TDD, handling 5k–10k+ daily requests. Reduced API latency by up to 40% through Redis caching and BullMQ workers.
Skilled in API-first design, event-driven architecture, CI/CD pipelines, and global remote collaboration across multiple time zones. Adept at deploying scalable systems on Render and optimizing for cloud performance and cost efficiency.
I'm seeking a remote mid-level backend position worldwide where I can contribute immediately.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Current
• Developed 4 REST APIs for social media, job boards, blogging, and bookmark management.
• Reduced API response time by 30-40% through Redis caching, optimized Sequelize queries, and BullMQ jobs.
• Achieved 85–96% test coverage via TDD.
• Deployed APIs to Render, managed CI/CD with GitHub Actions.
• Collaborated across 5+ time zones using Slack, Jira, GitHub.
• Taught programming (C++, Python, Java, Matlab) .
• Explored multiple fields including Android development, React.js, Photoshop, ArchiCAD, and Matlab-based simulations.
• Built small-scale freelance and learning projects in web and mobile development.
• Transitioned progressively into backend development, laying the foundation for Node.js and TypeScript specialization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Hohai University
PhD, Modern Control of Electrical Motors
2008 - 2011
Hohai University
Master of Science, Power and Electrical Drives
2005 - 2008
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
ChinaAuthorized to work in
Website
github.com/yaya-soumahPortfolio
github.com/yaya-soumahSalary expectations
25k-50k USD
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