Backend & Full Stack Engineer with 2+ years delivering production systems across fintech, insurance, ERP, and media verticals. Specialized in Laravel/Node.js API architecture, complex permission systems, and third-party integrations (payment, KYC/AML, WhatsApp API). Proven track record leading teams of 3–10 developers from audit to go-live in both startup and enterprise environments.
Professional Experience
Wayi · MTN Innovation Lab, Cotonou
Laravel · Nuxt.js / Vue.js · PostgreSQL · OCR
- Architected an insurance brokerage platform (Azur Courtage) with a 6-level role/permission hierarchy managing data access and workflow approval chains.
- Built an automation engine handling multi-level quote validation, PDF report generation, transactional email dispatch, and OCR-powered form pre-fill.
- Mentored and managed EPITECH Benin junior engineers assigned to the lab, enforcing delivery deadlines and code quality standards.
Monniz SAS (Fintech)
Laravel · REST API · KYC/AML · Clean Architecture · Flutter integration
- Designed and documented core fintech backend APIs ensuring security, scalability, and compliance with KYC/AML regulatory requirements.
- Managed integrations with payment processors, SMS gateways, and authentication providers.
- Delivered modular, fully tested code following Clean Architecture and RESTful API best practices; collaborated directly with mobile (Flutter) team on data contracts.
CMarket — Web Infrastructure & System Development
Laravel · Node.js · Blockchain · PostgreSQL · Docker
- Led a team of 5–8 developers through full product lifecycle (R&D → MVP → delivery) across multiple client verticals.
- Directed MVP development of Kola, a blockchain-based neo-bank targeting secure and anonymous financial transactions across West Africa.
- Designed an internal ERP for team management, financial reporting, and operational tracking.
GKF Le Meilleur (Quotidien Le Meilleur)
Laravel · Vue.js · Meta WhatsApp API · Rights Management
- Refactored core website architecture for performance and scalability; added broadcasting capabilities.
- Architected WhatsApp API integration (Meta) enabling PDF newspaper distribution to thousands of subscribers.
- Built consent-based subscriber database with admin controls and role-based content access system.
Africa Building Group (BTP Sector)
- Defined and executed full digital transformation roadmap for a major construction industry player.
- Audited existing systems, recommended technology adoption strategy, and optimized operations for business continuity.
Independent Consulting
Laravel · PHP · PostgreSQL · PDF generation
- Built a full accounting & stock management ERP with multi-level expense approval workflows and automated PDF financial audit reports.
ISOCEL Bénin
SAP · HR Module · Client Management
- Integrated SAP HR and Client Management modules, improving internal resource tracking and data centralization.