KANANURA
Abdoul Khaliq
Full Stack & Backend Engineer
Full Stack & Backend Engineer with deep expertise in microservices architecture, scalable backend systems, event-driven design, and mobile development. Proven experience building high-performance services supporting 40k+ active users, designing distributed systems, and optimizing end-to-end engineering workflows. Skilled in cloud deployments, CI/CD automation, and full-stack development across web and mobile platforms.
About Me
I'm a Full Stack & Backend Engineer with deep expertise in microservices architecture, scalable backend systems, and event-driven design. I've built high-performance services supporting 40k+ active users, working with technologies like NestJS, Node.js, Kafka, and Redis.
My experience spans full-stack development with Next.js and React.js, mobile development using Flutter and React Native, and designing distributed systems with API Gateway patterns, GraphQL, and Domain-Driven Design.
I'm skilled in cloud deployments and CI/CD automation using Docker, GitHub Actions, CircleCI, and Azure Pipelines. I take ownership of system architecture, improve reliability, and deliver impactful technical solutions that scale.
Strong collaborator with a track record of owning system architecture, improving reliability, and delivering impactful technical solutions across distributed systems and microservices.
Technical Skills
A comprehensive toolkit for building modern applications across platforms
Programming Languages
Frameworks & Libraries
Mobile Development
Database Systems
Microservices & Distributed Systems
Cloud, DevOps & CI/CD
Work Experience
My professional journey building innovative solutions
Mobile Development Trainee
AmaliTech Gmbh
Kigali, Rwanda
- ▸Designed and developed mobile features following clean architecture, modularization, and reusable UI patterns.
- ▸Strengthened experience in state management, testing, debugging, and performance optimization across Android and iOS.
- ▸Worked closely with senior developers on production-level workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment best practices.
Full Stack Developer
BlockChain Tech Solutions
Kigali, Rwanda
- ▸Architected and optimized microservices powering gameplay and user interactions for 41k+ active players, improving performance, reliability, and throughput across distributed backend systems.
- ▸Designed high-availability backend services using NestJS, TypeScript, Redis, and Kafka, ensuring low-latency event processing and seamless real-time interactions for 3D game engines.
- ▸Built secure blockchain transaction flows, improving transaction reliability and reducing network overhead for in-game purchases.
- ▸Led backend integration with 3D game logic, overseeing API design, event pipelines, and synchronization of gameplay states.
- ▸Improved system performance by introducing caching layers, reducing request latency and database load by over 40%.
- ▸Collaborated cross-functionally with game engineers, blockchain specialists, and product teams to deliver scalable user-facing features.
Full Stack Developer Trainee
Andela
Kigali, Rwanda
- ▸Completed an intensive engineering program covering frontend, backend, databases, deployment, and testing.
- ▸Built full-stack applications following scalable architectures, decoupled API design, and clean coding principles.
- ▸Participated in agile team ceremonies, code reviews, pair programming, and collaborative project delivery.
Education & Certifications
Academic journey and professional achievements
B.S. in Computer and Software Engineering
University of Rwanda
- •GPA: 3.0 / 4.0 (73%)
- •Concentration: Software Engineering
- •Coursework: Data Structures & Algorithms, OOP, Software Architecture Design, Operating Systems, Networking, Project Management, Software Testing
Professional Certifications & Awards
Mobile Development Certificate
AmaliTech Gmbh
Kigali, Rwanda
1st place in Rwanda - Cyber Security Competition
PicoCTF - CMU Africa
United States
Fullstack Development Certificate
Andela
Kigali, Rwanda
Featured Projects
A showcase of my recent work and contributions
Knotus App
Developed high-quality mobile features for a workplace productivity app that unifies task management, communication, and leave workflows. Implemented responsive UI/UX, optimized performance, and ensured smooth user interactions for daily enterprise users.
Movie App
Built a movie discovery mobile app using Flutter with Clean Architecture and BLoC, integrating TMDB API to provide movie and TV show browsing, search, watchlist, and detailed content features with local caching using Hive.
Kokomo Games
Built distributed backend services handling real-time gameplay interactions for 41k+ users, integrating microservices with 3D game engines. Implemented blockchain-based features to support secure asset ownership and in-game transactions.
Dynamic Style Shop
Developed e-commerce functionalities including product listings, cart logic, and secure payment processing. Improved API efficiency, reduced server response time, and optimized database queries for high-traffic scenarios.
Traffic Academy
Interactive lessons, real-world scenarios, and comprehensive testing to help you become a confident, law-abiding driver.
4TenGroup
A platform that connects cultural communities with tailored financial solutions in their homelands, fostering economic empowerment, remittance facilitation, and stronger cultural ties.
Dynamic Style
An e-commerce platform specializing in trendy and affordable fashion apparel, offering a seamless shopping experience with a wide range of styles for all occasions.
Creativa Poeta
Worked on a project for a creative agency, developing unique design, writing, and web solutions that engage users and leave a lasting impression.
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