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Mustafa Siddiqui

Markham,ON

Summary

Curious and driven backend developer passionate about problem-solving, system design, and building scalable, efficient software. Skilled in modern web technologies and low-level systems programming, with hands-on experience in leading hackathon projects and developing real-world applications. Eager to learn, grow, and contribute to impactful engineering teams.

Work History

Lead Backend Developer

HackTheBrain
04.2025 - Current
  • Architected and deployed the backend using Supabase, Prisma, and Next.js hosted on Vercel.
  • Designed and implemented secure login and registration flows using TypeScript.
  • Built a complete admin portal in Go using HTMX to manage participant workflows.
  • Conducted thorough code reviews, ensuring quality, readability, and maintainability.

Lead Backend Developer

Seneca Hackathon 2025
12.2024 - 03.2025
  • Engineered a backend system that handled over 1,000 participants, including registration, confirmation emails, and participant management.
  • Designed scalable APIs and maintained the entire server-side logic in TypeScript and NextJS.
  • Reviewed team code contributions, maintaining a high bar for reliability and structure.

Education

Diploma - Computer Programming

Seneca Polytechnic
North York, ON
08-2025

Skills

  • Languages: C, Golang, TypeScript, JavaScript
  • Frameworks: React, React Native, Nextjs, HTMX
  • Backend/Infra: Docker, AWS, Supabase, Prisma
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SQLite
  • Tools: Git, Vercel
  • Concepts: Multi-threading, Caching, Network protocols, Systems programming

Timeline

Lead Backend Developer

HackTheBrain
04.2025 - Current

Lead Backend Developer

Seneca Hackathon 2025
12.2024 - 03.2025

Diploma - Computer Programming

Seneca Polytechnic
Mustafa Siddiqui