Anuar P. Delabahan

Senior Solutions Architect | AI-Driven Systems Engineer | Senior Full Stack Software Engineer

15+ years building scalable web applications and backend systems across fintech, enterprise, and SaaS platforms

About Me

Senior Solutions ArchitectAI-Driven Systems EngineerFull Stack (Node.js · Laravel · Symfony · CakePHP · CI · Spring Boot)Scalable Cloud & High-Volume Systems (1M+ Daily Transactions)
15+

Years

Experience

100+

Projects

Delivered

50+

Technologies

Mastered

1M+

Daily TXNs

High-Volume Systems

Senior Solutions Architect and AI-Driven Systems Engineer with 15+ years of experience designing and building scalable web applications and backend systems across fintech, enterprise, and SaaS platforms.

Deep expertise in full-stack development: Node.js (NestJS, Express), PHP (Laravel, Symfony, CakePHP, CodeIgniter), Java (Spring Boot), and modern frontend frameworks on React, Next.js, Angular, and Vue.

Proven track record architecting high-volume systems handling 1M+ daily transactions, designing cloud-native solutions on AWS, Azure, and GCP, and integrating AI Agents to automate business workflows and accelerate engineering delivery.

Experience

Programmer & Software Professional

DL IDEAS PTE LTD · Full-time

2025 - 2026

Singapore

Responsibilities

  • Worked on Training Management and School Management Systems, resolving client issues and implementing new features
  • Implemented Zoom integration, async job queues, integrated third-party services (SFC, TGP)
  • Developed the Country Management module
  • Contributed to B2B and B2C edtech platform systems for Singapore institutions

Core Stack

PHP 7CodeIgniter 3BootstrapJavaScriptGitJira

Key Achievements

  • Implemented Zoom integration and async job queues, integrated third-party services (SFC, TGP), and developed the Country Management module. Contributed to a B2B and B2C edtech platform systems for Singapore institutions.

Senior Software Engineer

HiFiSoundconnection.com · Full-time

2023 - Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 10 mos

MDCT bldg. 7th floor, Ayala Business Center, Cebu City, Philippine

Responsibilities

  • Participated in Scrum meetings and sprint planning
  • Implemented user stories and resolved issues via Jira
  • Upgraded PHP and MySQL for stability and performance
  • Conducted code reviews to maintain code quality
  • Assisted manager during absences to ensure operational continuity

Core Stack

Node.jsPHPDjangoPrismaReactMySQLREST APIDockerGCPAI Agent

Key Achievements

  • First to adopt React.js (Next.js) and establish front-end best practices
  • Led research and implementation of SonarQube automation for code quality
  • Contributed to R&D, proof-of-concept initiatives, and architecture discussions
  • Implemented OAuth 2.0 authentication improvements
  • Built candidate video recording functionality integrated with Monday.com workflows
  • Provided code reviews and mentoring to junior developers
  • Migrated and archived 130GB+ of data (400M+ records) ensuring integrity and stability

Full Stack Engineer

COLLABERA TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED INC. · Contract

2023 - 2024 · 1 yr

40th Floor, Rufino Pacific Tower, Ayala Avenue cor. V.A. Rufino, Makati City, Philippine · Remote

Responsibilities

  • Working as a client liaison for Allianz PNB Life Insurance Company in the Philippines
  • Daily Scrum Meeting and Sprint Planning
  • Pair programming, Sprint Retrospective
  • Backlog refinement
  • Performed the user stories, features and issues created in Jira

Core Stack

Angular 12BootstrapIonicSonarQubeJava (Spring Boot)PostmanTypeScriptVysorBluestackEclipseToadGithubAndroid Studio

Key Achievements

  • The first member of my team to transition to a full-stack developer role
  • Conducted research and development for the implementation of SonarQube; utilized scripting to automate SonarQube scans, improving developer efficiency and ensuring consistent code quality
  • Conducted research and development for the implementation of Docker and Mobile Capacitor
  • Re-factored the full sync logic to utilize API calls for data retrieval and updates, ensuring consistency and reducing database dependencies

Software Engineer

Seed Tech Philippines Inc. · Contract

2023 - 2024 · 1 yr

12F 2Quad Bldg. Cebu Business Park, Hipodromo, Cebu City

Responsibilities

  • Participated in Daily Scrum meetings and Sprint Planning sessions
  • Executed user stories, features, and backlog issues efficiently

Core Stack

BootstrapStimulusPostmanSymfony 6.3GithubAI

Key Achievements

  • Developed and implemented TODO tasks in the existing system using Symfony 6.3
  • Applied Service Design Patterns and ORM implementation using Symfony for scalable and maintainable code
  • Designed and generated reusable reports and PDFs for operational and business reporting
  • Implemented Symfony-based features integrated with Stimulus for enhanced frontend interactivity

Senior Software Engineer

Tallent Propeller Limited · Full-time

2021 - 2023 · 2 yrs

Victoria Street West Auckland 1010, New Zealand · Remote

Responsibilities

  • Daily Scrum Meeting and Biweekly Team meeting with CEO
  • Brainstorming with a Software Manager to ensure timely and quality delivery of assigned projects
  • Performed the user stories, features and issues created in Redmine
  • Participated in the rewrite of the system
  • Ensured high quality of code by performing code reviews and end-to-end unit testing
  • Testing all tasks before deployment in Production

Core Stack

AngularJSBootstrapGithubSymfony 3.4Zend Framework

Key Achievements

  • Ensured code readability and optimized system processes for efficiency
  • Maintained and supported 11 production system applications
  • Collaborated with the team to resolve bugs and implement new features
  • Developed frontend designs based on client requirements, ensuring usability and responsiveness

Software Engineer

Canapii · Full-time

2018 - 2021 · 3 yrs

Singapore, Singapore · Remote

Responsibilities

  • Daily Scrum meetings and pair programming to enhance collaboration and code quality
  • Facilitated sprint retrospectives to drive continuous process improvement
  • Delivered projects aligned with system requirements and business objectives
  • Improved sprint efficiency and team productivity through Agile best practices
  • Supported architecture discussions and requirement validation for scalable solutions

Core Stack

Angular 12Node.jsAWS LambdaServerlessBootstrapIonic FrameworkAgile/Scrum

Key Achievements

  • Improved sprint delivery consistency through structured Agile workflows
  • Enhanced code quality and team collaboration via pair programming
  • Reduced requirement ambiguities by proactive stakeholder alignment
  • Contributed to faster issue resolution and iterative product improvements
Earlier Career

Team Lead | Senior Backend Engineer | Solution Architect (Web & Mobile)

Human Incubator Inc., Light Media, VindicoIT Ltd, FDCI, House of IT, Azaza Biz, Icybernet · Full-time

2012 - 2018 · 6 yrs

Philippines

Responsibilities

  • Led migration from CodeIgniter to Laravel, modernizing system architecture and improving maintainability
  • Built scalable Laravel REST APIs with Vue (Nuxt) and Angular frontends using TypeScript
  • Designed optimization logic (including Genetic Algorithms) for business process improvements
  • Architected backend systems with Node.js, Spring Boot, Django, and Laravel ecosystems
  • Developed API-driven platforms with REST/SOAP integrations and payment gateways (Eway)
  • Built enterprise systems (ERP, payroll, booking, EdTech) supporting high-volume transactions
  • Created mobile applications (Swift iOS, Ionic, React Native) using API-first architectures
  • Implemented modern data tooling (Supabase, Prisma ORM) for efficient database management
  • Optimized performance (up to 55%) via database tuning, caching, and query improvements
  • Established coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, Docker environments, and Agile workflows
  • Mentored engineers and collaborated with international remote teams for successful delivery

Core Stack

Node.jsSpring BootDjangoLaravelSupabasePrismaVueAngularReactMySQLREST APIDockerAWS

Key Achievements

  • Delivered scalable web and mobile applications with API integration
  • Optimized REST APIs and databases for performance and responsiveness
  • Ensured successful sprint delivery and production-ready deployments
  • Handled high-transaction systems (1M+ daily transactions) with efficiency
  • Improved system scalability and processing architecture
  • Automated business workflows to enhance operational efficiency
  • Reduced workforce dependency through ERP and inventory solutions
  • Strengthened code quality and development workflows
  • Delivered payroll and booking systems improving business operations
  • Increased productivity via structured SDLC and Agile practices

Instructor

Infomatics College · Part-time

May 2012 - Feb 2014 · 1 yr 10 mos

Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines · On-site

Responsibilities

  • Teaching OOP
  • Teaching Software Analysis and Design
  • Basic Programming

IT Support Specialist

Datamex Institute of Computer Technology · Part-time

Jun 2012 - Jan 2013 · 8 mos

Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the installation of new hardware and software and help train employees on its use
  • Manage daily operations of the IT department

Instructor

Datamex Institute of Computer Technology · Full-time

Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Cebu City · On-site

Responsibilities

  • Teaching OOP
  • Teaching Software Analysis and Design

Computer Specialist (On the Job Training)

PAL Express · OJT

Apr 2010 - Jul 2010 · 4 mos

Systems Engineer III – Info. Sys. Department, Mactan-Cebu International Airport · On-site

Responsibilities

  • IT Specialist
  • Technical Support offices

Assistant Operation Manager (On the Job Training)

Philippine Airlines, Cebu SM Ticket Office · Full-time

Apr 2010 - Jun 2010 · 3 mos

North Reclamation, Cebu City

Skills & Technologies

Backend

Node.js
PHP
Laravel
Symfony
Spring Boot
Python
Django

Frontend

React
Next.js
Angular
Vue.js
TypeScript
JavaScript

Database

MySQL
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Redis
Supabase
Prisma

AI & Tools

AI Agent
RAG
ServiceNow
OpenClaw
SonarQube
Git
Docker

Cloud & DevOps

AWS
Azure
GCP

And many more tools, frameworks, and technologies...

Featured Projects

🎓

Training & School Management System

Comprehensive B2B and B2C edtech platform for Singapore institutions with Zoom integration, async job queues, and third-party service integrations (SFC, TGP).

PHP 7CodeIgniterJavaScriptBootstrapGit
🎥

Video Recording Platform

Developed candidate video recording functionality integrated with Monday.com using modern full-stack architecture. Implemented OAuth2 authentication and API-driven data management.

Next.jsNestJSTypeScriptMonday.com APIOAuth2
🛡️

Enterprise Insurance System

Full-stack development for Allianz PNB Life Insurance with mobile and web capabilities. Implemented SonarQube for code quality and Docker for containerization.

Angular 12Spring BootJavaTypeScriptDocker
💼

Recruitment Platform

Maintained and optimized 11 production applications for talent recruitment. Implemented modern architecture with GCP services including Firebase, Cloud Storage, and Pub/Sub.

Symfony 6Next.jsGCPFirebaseAngularJS
💰

Financial & HR Management Suite

Led migration from legacy CodeIgniter to Laravel 8 architecture. Built EasyFS (accounting), EasyHR (payroll), and EasyPOS (inventory) systems with SOLID design principles.

Laravel 8Angular 12NuxtVue.jsMySQL
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Real Estate Brochure System

Automated real estate brochure creation reducing process time from 1-2 weeks to 30 minutes. Improved application performance by 55% through database optimization.

LaravelCakePHPSymfonyBootstrapMySQL
🛒

Groceries Management System

Full-featured grocery management platform covering inventory tracking, product catalogues, supplier management, POS integration, and real-time stock alerts to streamline daily retail operations.

LaravelVue.jsMySQLREST APIBootstrap
🏗️

Engineering & Construction System

Enterprise platform for engineering and construction project management covering project scheduling, resource allocation, budget tracking, document management, and progress reporting across multiple sites.

LaravelAngularMySQLREST APIDocker
🎧

DJ Music Producer Services Platform

Creative services platform for music producers and DJs featuring beat marketplace, booking management, client portal, track licensing, and streaming integrations for seamless artist-to-client workflows.

Next.jsNode.jsPostgreSQLStripeAWS S3
🧠

RAG AI Assistant

Built a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipeline enabling intelligent document Q&A. Ingests multi-format documents into a vector store, retrieves semantically relevant chunks, and generates grounded LLM responses with source citation and conversation memory.

PythonLangChainOpenAIPineconeFastAPI
⚙️

ServiceNow Integration Platform

Custom ServiceNow integration layer automating IT service workflows — incident triage, CMDB sync, and approval routing via REST API and scripted business rules — reducing manual ticket handling by over 60%.

ServiceNowJavaScriptREST APINode.jsOAuth2
🦾

OpenClaw

Open-source developer utility for automated code analysis and intelligent refactoring suggestions. Hooks into CI pipelines to detect code smells, dead code, and security anti-patterns, generating structured reports and pull-request annotations.

PythonASTGitHub ActionsDockerREST API

Education & Certifications

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science

University of the Philippines Cebu Campus (UP-Cebu)

2014

Incomplete

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Caraga State University Cabadbaran Campus (CSUCC)

2006 - 2011

Completed

Certifications

Computer Hardware Servicing National Certificate Level II

Technical Education and Skills Development Authority

Computer Programming National Certificate Level IV

Technical Education and Skills Development Authority

Training & Seminars

Workshop on Advanced Data Structures

  • A Workshop on Advanced Data Structures focuses on in-depth concepts beyond basic arrays and linked lists, helping participants improve problem-solving and system design skills

University of the Philippines Cebu, Department of Computer Science

Garbage Collection in Multithreaded Java Programs

  • In Java, garbage collection (GC) automatically frees memory by removing objects that are no longer referenced

University of the Philippines Cebu, Department of Computer Science

Introduction to Intelligent Systems

  • An Introduction to Intelligent Systems course/workshop provides foundational knowledge about systems that can learn, reason, and make decisions automatically

University of the Philippines Cebu, Department of Computer Science

Workshop on Computation: Theory and Practice

University of San Jose Recoletos, College of Information, Computer and Communications Technology

Get In Touch

Let's Work Together

I'm always interested in hearing about new projects and opportunities in Singapore, Philippines, or around the world. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, feel free to reach out!

Location

Cebu, Philippines / Eunos, Singapore

Available: Immediate