buganzi.com

ABOUT ME

5 Years of Software Engineering

Experienced lead backend developer with a focus on robust system and database design, specializing in optimizing and scaling applications. Proven leadership in security, implementing best practices, and overseeing data integrity. Skilled in infrastructure design, estimations, and crafting DevOps strategies for efficient workflows. Expertise includes mobile app development, backend, API development, server maintenance, and deployment. Accomplished in integrating mobile money payment systems and designing seamless system integrations. Holistic approach to web app development, fostering collaboration and innovation for user-centric solutions.

What I do

From understanding your requirements, designing a blueprint and delivering the final product, I do everything that falls in between these lines.

System and Database Design

If you're in need of a developer to design robust backend systems for scalability and manage databases efficiently, I'm the seasoned professional ready to lead your website's research and development.

Systems Integrations Design

I specialize in seamless system integrations and thrive in crafting cohesive web environments, bridging frontend, backend, and third-party services.

Mobile APP Development

If you are looking for a user-friendly app that will attract more mobile users, I can help you design and build a platform with the latest and trendiest look and feel.

My Experience

September 2023 - PRESENT

Lead Senior Backend Ramani.IO (YC Backed)

Lead Senior Backend EngineerSoftware Engineer

I lead a dynamic backend team, ensuring scalable and efficient systems. My role involves mentoring, enforcing standards, and addressing performance challenges. I analyze and solve technical problems, embracing new technologies for timely project delivery

September 2022 September 2023

Senior Backend Ramani.IO (YC Backed)

Senior Backend Software Engineer

I've led comprehensive initiatives, overseeing system and database design, optimization, scaling, and integration, ensuring adherence to security and best practices.

February 2022 September 2022

Technical Lead Vodacom Tanzania,

Technical Lead (Digital Squad)

I've guided multifaceted projects, spearheading system and database design, infrastructure planning, integrations, and leading developers in day-to-day operations. My responsibilities extend to overseeing security and best practices to ensure project success

September 2020 February 2022

Senior Software Developer, Vodacom Tanzania,

Senior Software Developer (Digital Squad)

I've orchestrated diverse responsibilities, covering system and database design, DevOps planning, mobile app development, backend/API coding, server maintenance, deployment, and mobile money payment integration, ensuring a holistic approach to project success

March 2019 September 2020

Software Developer, Smart Codes LTD,

Software Developer

I've spearheaded mobile app development, backend/API coding, server maintenance, and seamless mobile money payment integration, ensuring comprehensive project success and adherence to the latest industry standards.

January 2017 March 2019

 Software Developer,Code Africa,

Software Developer

I've driven mobile applications and web app development, ensuring our designs meet client expectations and adhere to the latest industry standards with a team of 12 designers under my guidance.

Skills

Node and ExpressJs
85%
PHP and Laravel
95%
Big data with R and Python
75%
Java and Spring Boot
80%
MongoDB, Mysql, Oracle, and Redis
80%

Featured Projects

Continuous Music Recognition with IoT and ShazamKit
Continuous Music Recognition with IoT and ShazamKit

A smart music recognition system that leverages IoT and ShazamKit to identify music in real time across multiple locations, providing insights into music trends and preferences. Perfect for clubs and event venues looking to enhance customer experience with live music analytics.

Warehouse Inventory Management using AI and IoT
Warehouse Inventory Management using AI and IoT

Streamline inventory tracking with AI-driven cameras and IoT sensors, offering real-time monitoring and automated updates to optimize warehouse operations and reduce manual effort.

PoP — Proof of Payment at Ramani
PoP — Proof of Payment at Ramani

We had to implement a system that is used to accept and validate
customers' payments from various banks in relation to our Loan
management system.

TDD — Home Internet Portal at Vodacom
TDD — Home Internet Portal at Vodacom

I designed and coded the system to help Vodacom provide a self-service
portal to request, deliver, and manage home Internet.

Voting Platform— Generic Polling system at Vodacom
Voting Platform— Generic Polling system at Vodacom

I designed and was a lead developer in a voting engine that supports
SMS, Web APP, and Mobile, and integrated with MNO payments

CPM— Customer Permission Management at Vodacom
CPM— Customer Permission Management at Vodacom

I constructed an architecture and I was a lead developer in a CPM engine
that controls different permissions for a Vodacom user. The system is
able to notify other legacy and new systems of customer preferences.

My Vodacom App— Self Service App for vodacom Services
My Vodacom App— Self Service App for vodacom Services

A lead backend developer in this application which helps Vodacom customers access various Vodacom services like
buying bundles, airtime recharge and transfer, games, and other digital services

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