Hi, I'm Mohamed Siddiq
Lead Full Stack Developer | Backend, Web & Cloud Systems Engineer
Lead full stack engineer with 12+ years of experience in enterprise and digital systems. Expert in Node.js, NestJS, Golang, and cloud-native API architecture. Strong track record in leading teams, designing scalable backends, and delivering secure, high-performance platforms.
About Me
Im a lead full stack engineer with over 12 years of experience building enterprise and digital systems. I specialize in Node.js, NestJS, Golang, and cloud-native API architecture, with a strong focus on system modernization and DevOps automation.
Currently leading backend modernization initiatives at Etiqa Group, where Ive successfully migrated legacy systems to NestJS microservices and architected CPMS, a centralized insurance product platform. Im passionate about leveraging AI-assisted development tools like MCP, Cursor, and Windsurf to enhance productivity and code quality.
My expertise spans the full development lifecycle—from designing scalable backends and managing CI/CD pipelines with Docker Swarm to leading teams and delivering secure, high-performance platforms. I believe in writing clean, maintainable code and staying current with the latest technologies and best practices.
Work Experience
Lead Backend Developer / BAU Lead
Etiqa Group (Maybank Ageas Holdings Bhd)
Departments & Roles:
🚀 Leadership & Architecture
- ▹Promoted from Senior Backend Developer to Lead Backend Developer, currently serving as Etiqa+ BAU Lead managing both frontend (mobile) and backend (web, API, DB) teams
- ▹Oversee sprint planning, architecture design, and development execution while remaining hands-on in backend implementation
- ▹Enforced coding standards, design principles, and review workflows across engineering teams
⚙️ System Development & Modernization
- ▹Led modernization of Smile Apps and Smile Backoffice, transitioning from legacy Node.js monoliths to NestJS microservices
- ▹Designed and deployed RESTful APIs and GraphQL services across multiple Etiqa+ platforms
- ▹Architected authentication and authorization frameworks (JWT, Passport.js, RBAC)
- ▹Directed database migration from MariaDB to MongoDB, achieving ~40% faster data access
💡 Innovation & Internal Tooling
- ▹Architected and built a high-performance in-house URL shortener to replace Firebase Dynamic Links — written in Node.js, lightweight with advanced analytics tracking
- ▹Developed and embedded SurveyJS-powered survey platform inside the internal admin panel for real-time feedback collection
- ▹Designed and maintained the Centralized Product Management System (CPMS) — managing all internal insurance product data across channels
- ▹Partnered with data and product teams to automate product lifecycle processes via API and dashboard integration
☁️ DevOps & Collaboration
- ▹Implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD, Docker Swarm, and PM2, improving deployment consistency and speed
- ▹Collaborated with cross-functional teams (QA, UI/UX, Business) to ensure compliance and smooth product rollouts
- ▹Advocated AI-assisted workflows with MCP server integration, Cursor, Windsurf, and Codex CLI for automation and documentation efficiency
Software Developer
Cybersolution Technologies Sdn Bhd
- ▹Developed enterprise-grade systems such as Survey Management System (SMS) and Sistem Kewangan Bersepadu (SKB) for corporate and government clients
- ▹Built full-stack modules using Java, Node.js, Angular, React.js, MySQL/MSSQL, and Dockerized microservices
- ▹Automated reporting workflows, reducing manual data entry by 60%
- ▹Integrated SSL security, GitLab CI/CD, and microservice deployment pipelines
- ▹Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions meeting government compliance standards
Programmer – Web Development
Silverlake Axis Sdn Bhd · Kuala Lumpur
- ▹Developed Bank Appointment System (BAS) to improve branch efficiency and reduce customer waiting times
- ▹Led a small team managing both frontend and backend components
- ▹Implemented web-based queue management system for banking branches
Skills & Technologies
Backend
Frontend
Database
DevOps & Cloud
AI & Automation
Other
Education
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
Asia Pacific University (APU)
2011 - 2013 · CGPA 3.29
Honours degree in Software Engineering with focus on system design, algorithms, and enterprise application development.
Diploma in E-Business
KL Metropolitan University College (KLMUc)
2008 - 2011 · CGPA 3.54
Foundation in e-business technologies, web development, and digital systems.
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