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Full-stack engineer

I build scalable full-stack systems, from robust backend services to high-quality React.js interfaces.

I design and develop secure, scalable applications across the stack — from APIs, microservices, event-driven services, and cloud infrastructure to performant React/Next.js interfaces. I focus on clean architecture, reliable systems, and seamless end-to-end experiences that deliver real business value.

Years shipping production apps
4+

Full-stack with backend architecture ownership

Product teams collaborated with
3

Enterprise, startup, and remote contexts

Core focus
Microservices + APIs

Scalability, security, and high availability

Current status
Available

Senior full-stack & backend opportunities

Houssam Habbat

Profile Snapshot

  • Role: Full-Stack Developer | Java / Spring Boot | React.js | Microservices
  • Location: Kénitra, Morocco
  • Status: Open to senior full-stack and backend-leaning roles, as well as high-impact freelance projects
  • Approach: Building distributed, production-grade systems with Java/Spring Boot microservices and React.js frontends.

About

Backend depth, frontend craft, full-stack confidence.

I focus on frontend product quality first, then reinforce it with practical full-stack delivery where it creates leverage.

I specialize in Java and Spring Boot microservices for distributed systems — designing and securing REST APIs, modeling event-driven flows with Kafka, and keeping services scalable and highly available in production.

I pair that with modern React.js and Next.js frontends, building responsive, reusable interfaces with TypeScript. I containerize and ship with Docker and Kubernetes, and keep systems observable with monitoring tools like Dynatrace and Kibana.

Working Principles

  • Design microservices for scalability, security, and high availability.
  • Build reusable systems instead of one-off implementations.
  • Keep architecture simple, explicit, and observable in production.
  • Balance engineering quality with business delivery speed.

Experience

Shipping at product scale with strong frontend ownership.

From enterprise teams to startup delivery, I focus on architecture that is maintainable, accessible, and ready for continuous iteration.

Full-time

Full-Stack Developer at Renault Digital Maroc (RDM)

Building and securing Spring Boot microservices for critical distributed systems, alongside performant React.js/TypeScript interfaces.

Sep 2024 - Present

Morocco

  • Developed full-stack applications with React.js, Java, and Spring Boot within distributed architectures.
  • Designed and built Spring Boot microservices for critical systems, focused on scalability and high availability.
  • Designed and secured REST APIs with Spring Security, Keycloak (OAuth2/OIDC), and an API Gateway.
  • Built performant, responsive web interfaces with React.js and TypeScript using reusable components.
  • Containerized and deployed applications with Docker and Kubernetes (GKE) on GCP.
  • Monitored applications in production with Dynatrace and Kibana.
  • Collaborated with Product, Design, and DevOps teams to ship end-to-end features.
ReactTypeScriptJavaSpring BootMicroservicesREST APIsSpring SecurityKeycloakKafkaSpring BatchDockerKubernetesGCPGitLab CI/CDDynatraceKibanaPostgreSQL

Full-time

Full-Stack Developer at TeraByte

Delivered full-stack features with Next.js and Node.js/.NET Core, improving backend performance and test automation.

Feb 2023 - Aug 2024

Morocco

  • Developed full-stack features with Next.js, TypeScript, and Node.js.
  • Designed scalable REST APIs and Node.js microservices.
  • Optimized backend API performance by 15%.
  • Integrated and tested APIs with Swagger and Postman.
  • Automated testing with Jest, Vitest, and Cypress, reducing bugs by 30%.
  • Deployed via Azure DevOps CI/CD and Docker.
  • Collaborated with Front-End, Backend, and UX teams on end-to-end features.
  • Mentored interns and contributed to code reviews.
Node.js.NET CoreNext.jsTypeScriptREST APIsSwaggerPostmanDockerAzure DevOpsJestVitestCypressReact QueryReduxTailwind CSS

Full-time

Full-Stack Developer at Bicatalyst

Delivered full-stack systems with focus on GraphQL APIs, data layer performance, and reusable UI architecture.

Dec 2021 - Jan 2023

Switzerland (Remote)

  • Optimized the backend with Prisma ORM, improving performance by 20%.
  • Developed robust, scalable GraphQL APIs.
  • Built reusable components with Next.js.
  • Standardized the UI with DaisyUI, improving maintainability.
Next.jsPrismaPostgreSQLGraphQLTailwind CSSReduxDaisyUIZustand

Freelance

Full-Stack Developer at Freelance

Maintained and built Node.js server-side applications and RESTful APIs for freelance clients, with a focus on performance and stability.

Oct 2019 - Nov 2021

Remote

  • Maintained scalable Node.js server-side applications, reducing response times by 15%.
  • Designed and implemented RESTful APIs, boosting productivity for end-users.
  • Integrated MongoDB to manage data with high integrity and streamlined operations.
  • Conducted rigorous testing, improving system stability by 20% and scalability by 15%.
  • Debugged 3+ existing projects and software modules.
JavaScriptCSS3Node.jsExpress.jsRESTful APIsMongoDB

Tech Stack

Tech Stack

Focused on tools that maximize scalability, security, and delivery speed across the full stack.

Backend

Services and APIs

JavaSpring BootSpring SecuritySpring BatchNode.js.NET CoreREST APIsGraphQLMicroservicesKafka

Frontend

Modern UI engineering

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptHTML5Tailwind CSSReduxReact Query

Databases

Data layer

PostgreSQLMongoDBMySQLSQLPrisma ORM

Architecture & Security

Identity and system design

Distributed ArchitectureAPI GatewayKeycloakOAuth2OIDCLDAPHashiCorp Vault

DevOps & Cloud

Delivery and infrastructure

DockerKubernetesGCPGitLab CI/CDAzure DevOps

Testing & Monitoring

Quality and observability

JestVitestCypressSwaggerPostmanDynatraceKibana

Testimonials

Testimonials

Feedback from collaborators and teams.

"Houssam brings a rare balance of frontend craftsmanship and delivery discipline. He consistently ships features that feel polished and production-ready."

Product Lead

Digital Platform

Automotive Enterprise Team

"His ability to structure scalable React architecture while keeping UX quality high made a clear impact on both velocity and product consistency."

Engineering Manager

Web Applications

Tech Consultancy Team

"From API integration to responsive frontend implementation, Houssam delivered end-to-end with ownership, clarity, and strong collaboration."

Project Stakeholder

Product Delivery

Cross-Functional Squad

Services

Services

High-impact frontend and full-stack execution.

Frontend Architecture & Design Systems

Design and implement scalable frontend foundations for React and Next.js products.

  • Component architecture and UI system design
  • Performance and accessibility optimization
  • Reusable patterns for long-term maintainability

Backend & Microservices Engineering

Design and build secure, scalable Spring Boot microservices for distributed systems.

  • REST/GraphQL API design and security (Spring Security, Keycloak, OAuth2/OIDC)
  • Event-driven services with Kafka and Spring Batch
  • Containerized delivery with Docker and Kubernetes

Full-Stack Product Delivery

Build and ship complete product features from frontend interaction to backend integration.

  • API integration and data flow design
  • CI/CD-ready implementation patterns
  • Release-focused engineering support

GitHub / Stats

GitHub

A snapshot of engineering style and delivery focus.

I use GitHub to keep implementation quality visible: clear commit intent, reusable component structure, and practical engineering decisions that teams can maintain over time.

Resume

Need a concise snapshot of experience and impact?

Download or preview my latest resume.

Last updated: April 2026

    Contact

    Let’s build something impactful.

    Open to senior roles or freelance projects. Reach out and let’s discuss.

    Typical response time is within 24-48 hours for relevant role and project inquiries.