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KwaWingu LLC

Software Engineer · Remote, United States

Software Engineer at KwaWingu, a startup with two products in market: developer infrastructure tooling and tour management software for tour operators.

Developed backend services using Java and Spring Boot, ensuring robust and scalable server-side solutions.
Created responsive and user-friendly web applications using ReactJS with TypeScript, leveraging monorepos for efficient code management.
Led feature development and optimization efforts, enhancing product performance and user experience.
Collaborated closely with the team to architect software solutions that met both technical and business requirements.
Engaged with customers to gather feedback and ensure the software met their needs, improving customer satisfaction.

Yanolja Cloud Solution

Senior Software Engineer · Remote, India

Owned software infrastructure and systems engineering initiatives across cloud-native services supporting Yanolja Cloud Solution's platform.
Partnered with a distributed India-based engineering team to design resilient, scalable backend systems.
Drove improvements in system reliability, deployment tooling, and engineering best practices as a senior contributor.

KiasiApp

Software Engineer · Hybrid, Arusha, Tanzania

Worked as a backend engineer designing and implementing software architecture for KiasiApp's product.
Contributed to software design decisions, API design, and system architecture in a hybrid team setting.
Collaborated across engineering disciplines to ship reliable, well-designed backend features.

ChApp Digital Systems

Software Engineer · Hybrid, Arusha, Tanzania

Contributed to software infrastructure and software design efforts alongside the KiasiApp engagement.
Helped design and maintain scalable systems supporting ChApp Digital Systems' products.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment based in Arusha, Tanzania.

Headstarter AI

Software Engineer · Remote, United States

As a Software Engineer at Headstarter AI, I completed an intensive fellowship program focused on building practical AI projects, participating in hackathons, and gaining real-world experience through coding challenges, team collaboration, and direct feedback from industry professionals.

Built AI-powered applications using Next.js, working across the full stack from AI integration to frontend delivery.
Engaged in building AI projects and participating in weekend hackathons to develop hands-on experience and problem-solving skills.
Focused on a final project with goals including reaching 1000+ users, creating 1000+ accounts, or generating $1000 in revenue.
Participated in weekly AI coaching calls to define a 5-year vision, prioritize tasks, and receive feedback on resume and networking strategies.
Prepared for interviews with mock sessions and received detailed feedback to improve performance and secure future job opportunities.

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KwaWingu LLC

Software Engineer · Remote, United States

Yanolja Cloud Solution

Senior Software Engineer · Remote, India

KiasiApp

Software Engineer · Hybrid, Arusha, Tanzania

ChApp Digital Systems

Software Engineer · Hybrid, Arusha, Tanzania

Headstarter AI

Software Engineer · Remote, United States

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