Summary
Chika B, is a highly skilled software development professional with over eight years of experience in technology leadership, software development, and system architecture. Proficient in technologies including Next.js, TypeScript, React.js, Node.js, OpenAI APIs, and Docker, he has a proven track record in enhancing project outcomes and driving efficiency. Notably, he has designed and implemented scalable applications and optimized performance across diverse platforms. His responsibilities at organizations like Kreatoor.Ai and Metacare AI showcase his expertise in advanced prompt engineering, CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and Kubernetes, and developing integration solutions using Express Gateway and Apache Kafka. Chika has consistently demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills and an ability to lead teams effectively, making him an ideal candidate for any forward-thinking technology organization.
Meet Chika B.
Assessment Scores
Great score on Debug and Enhance a ReactJS Property Search Component, Difficulty Easy
Great score on Create a React.js Movie Management Component, Difficulty Easy
Great score on Develop a React.js Quiz Game Application, Difficulty Medium
Great score on Design a Scalable NextJS News Portal, Difficulty Medium
Great score on Design a Scalable URL Shortening Service, Difficulty Medium
Great score on Understanding Message Queues and Their Applications, Difficulty Hard
Great score on Implement an LRU Cache Algorithm, Difficulty Medium
Great score on Understanding Rate Limiting in APs, Difficulty Medium
Great score on Handling API Errors, Difficulty Medium
Experience
Kreatoor.Ai
Tech Lead
Contract
Mar 2025 — May 2025
Shipped 4 AI features using Next.js, LangChain, and OpenAI APIs
Boosted content quality by 30% via advanced prompt engineering
Cut API latency 35% and infra costs 25%
Raised test coverage from 42% to 85%
Enforced strict code quality using Jest, Vitest, ESLint, Prettier, and TypeScript rules
Technologies:
Next.js
LangChain
OpenAI APIs
vLLM
Redis
GCP Cloud Run
aws
Vennote Technologies (MTN Communication Project Aurora)
Full Stack AI Engineer
Full-Time
Oct 2024 — Present
Co-built a scalable web chatbot framework for MTN’s Project Aurora
Improved issue resolution speed by 40%
Designed and deployed a React Native-compatible SDK
Enhanced code maintainability and quality
Technologies:
React.js
TypeScript
Node.js
Jest
msw
Metacare AI
Tech Lead
Full-Time
Oct 2021 — Present
Scaled engineering team 3× in 6 months
Built CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes
Developed and maintained Gmail/Google Workspace integration
Architected a central API Gateway using Express Gateway
Integrated Apache Kafka for efficient inter-service communication
Connected Hasura GraphQL Engine to monitor live service health
Built advanced analytics pipelines
Improved issue discovery accuracy by 100%
Implemented a Socket.IO-powered live chat gateway
Technologies:
Jenkins
Docker
Kubernetes
Express Gateway
Apache Kafka
Hasura GraphQL Engine
Socket.IO
Mintyn Digital Bank
Front-end Engineering Lead
Full-Time
Mar 2019 — Mar 2024
Assumed primary responsibility for developing Mintyn's fintech web framework
Led the iteration of five distinct versions of the Mintyn website
Developed a Headless WordPress CMS integration strategy
Designed a secure back office system
Collaborated with the Digital Marketing team
Technologies:
Next.js
WordPress CMS
react
node js
Vela Business Solution
Senior Technical Consultant
Full-Time
Sep 2019 — Jan 2021
Collaborated with a team of front-end engineers
Played a pivotal role in the creation of Salam Takaful Insurance ERP
Spearheaded rebuilding Jaiz Bank Mobile Management Platform
Supervised the launch of the first internet banking platform for Jaiz Bank
Technologies:
react
node js
Natterbase HQ
Technical Consultant
Full-Time
Feb 2019 — Mar 2019
Built MVP for Vendly Payments
Built MVP for CountlessMiles Travel itineraries curation
Technologies:
react js
node js
GetQualified
Software Developer
Full-Time
Oct 2018 — Jan 2019
Managed a Sails.js project for an existing recruitment platform
Built a Job Board in React.js
Built a Web Scrapper Application in node.js
Technologies:
Sails.js
React.js
Node.js
Kwakwaa.com
Full Stack Engineer
Full-Time
Jan 2015 — Jan 2018
Collaborated on the development of APIs utilizing Laravel
Integrated APIs using jQuery
Technologies:
Laravel
jQuery
php
Projects
Velio Social Platform
Velio is a social platform that allows people upload itineraries and get paid for it
Metacare
Metacare builds custom software & services that help startups offer excellent customer service even when demand increases exponentially
Education
Bachelor of Engineering
2013 - 2018
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Enugu
