Hello, I am Ermias.A Software Engineer.
Backend-heavy Full-Stack Software Engineer with 2+ years of professional experience (plus internships) building scalable fintech and agritech microservices, RESTful APIs, and AI-powered workflow automations using tools like n8n. Experienced in backend development with Node.js (Express.js, NestJS, and Fastify), Python (FastAPI), and Go (Chi), alongside frontend development with React, Next.js, and modern UI tools. Skilled in database design, third-party integrations, and building reliable, maintainable software solutions.
About me
Backend-heavy Full-Stack Software Engineer with 2+ years of professional experience (plus internships) building scalable fintech and agritech microservices, RESTful APIs, and AI-powered workflow automations using tools like n8n.
Currently developing payment services for Dashen Bank’s Super App (serving 2M+ subscribers, with 25M+ transactions worth 250B+ Birr), focusing on reliable payment processing, idempotency, double-entry accounting, and transaction reconciliation.
Experienced in backend development with Node.js (NestJS, Express.js, and Fastify), Python (FastAPI), and Go (Chi); event-driven architecture with Kafka and RabbitMQ; PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Docker-based CI/CD. Also skilled in frontend development with React, Next.js, and modern UI tools, with a growing interest in machine learning and data science.
Work experience
2+ years professionalBack-end Developer
EagleLion System Technology • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Build fintech microservices for Dashen Bank’s Super App, serving 2M+ subscribers and processing 25M+ transactions worth 250B+ Birr (as of March 2026), along with branch portal systems and Dashen Wallet branch-side configuration.
- Implement idempotency to prevent duplicate payments, double-entry accounting, transaction reconciliation, and automated settlements, with secure secret management for credentials.
- Design scalable background workers and event pipelines using Kafka and Redis for low-latency transaction processing.
Software Developer
Lersha - Green Agro Solution PLC • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Built and maintained backend logic, databases, and APIs across multiple agritech projects, including three systems from scratch.
- Designed a microservices architecture using Kong API Gateway, improving scalability and reducing API response times by approximately 40%.
- Implemented event-driven communication between services using Kafka and RabbitMQ.
- Enforced strict code quality, test coverage, and maintainability using SonarQube.
ALX Software Engineering Tutor
ALX Africa • Remote
- Mentored ALX Software Engineering Cohort 22 students across Ethiopia, Ghana, and South Africa through 5+ one-on-one sessions.
- Provided hands-on guidance on full-stack portfolio projects, complex system architecture, and debugging challenges.
Web Developer Intern
1888EC • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Built responsive pages for the LinkFarm website using modern component architectures.
- Crafted interactive and accessible UI components with Astro.js, React, Tailwind CSS, and ShadCN UI.
Front-end Developer Intern
Backos Technologies Plc • Adama, Ethiopia
- Developed the e-shop e-commerce platform to deliver an intuitive and responsive online shopping experience.
- Built accessible user interfaces using HTML, CSS, Tailwind CSS, and React.
Featured projects
Fintech services, distributed microservices, web applications, and machine learning.
Dashen Bank Super App — Scheduled Payments
Built backend services for scheduled and recurring payments across Telebirr and M-Pesa wallets on Dashen Bank's Super App serving 2M+ subscribers. Implemented idempotency to prevent duplicate payments, transaction reconciliation, double-entry accounting, and secure secret management with SMS/email notifications.
Dynamic Credit Scoring Engine
Layered-architecture system enabling lending teams to configure custom dynamic scoring models and evaluate applicants against dynamic criteria for data-driven lending decisions. Delivered 30+ production API endpoints and reduced manual loan processing workload by 80%.
Nutri-Focus: AI Nutritional Guide
Led design and implementation of the ML component, generating personalized nutrition recommendations from user profile data. Trained on ~2,000 user profiles and ~400 Ethiopian foods, achieving 70-80% model accuracy on test data.
Call Center Quality Evaluation System
Designed, developed, and deployed an internal microservices system to evaluate call agent performance, providing managers with actionable monitoring metrics and productivity insights connected via Kong API Gateway.
Scooter-Sharing System
End-to-end electric scooter rental platform with OTP authentication, KYC verification, QR code unlocking, and destination station returns with admin approval. Seamlessly integrated Telebirr and Chapa payments.
Event & Training Management System
Designed a platform for training coordination, event planning, and management for Lersha and international partners. Integrated with existing microservices via RabbitMQ, boosting coordination and reporting efficiency by 30%.
YC-Directory
A Y Combinator-inspired startup directory where founders can pitch, discover, and filter emerging startups. Features GitHub OAuth authentication, real-time Sanity CMS integration, and dynamic startup profiles.
Fast Proforma
Proforma invoice and estimation management software built for auto spare parts shops with instant PDF generation, item catalogue management, and quick preview capabilities.
Sebez Visual Art eCommerce
Full-stack eCommerce platform for visual art products featuring rich user management, storefront browsing, instant Chapa payment gateway integration, and real-time chat functionality.
Ad Ventures
GPS-based advertising management platform for taxi fleets and digital billboards with responsive dashboard layouts, real-time location metrics, and campaign management.
Solar Data Explorer
Data science platform analyzing and visualizing solar energy potential and irradiation trends across Benin, Sierra Leone, and Togo with interactive exploratory charts.
Yene-Med UI/UX
Comprehensive UI/UX design prototype for navigating local pharmacies, searching medications, verifying prescriptions, and booking on-demand deliveries.
Nutri-Focus UI Design
Cultural-first UX/UI design crafted for the AI-powered Ethiopian nutritional guide, focusing on intuitive macro-nutrient tracking and culturally tailored diet plans.
Girar Digital Marketing Website
Modern marketing agency website design featuring conversion-focused landing layouts, portfolio presentation, and typography systems.
Digital Menu — BeteEnda Restaurant
Interactive digital menu design for BeteEnda restaurant, enhancing guest dining experience with mobile-first layout and intuitive dish categorization.
Skills & technologies
Core technologies, system architecture patterns, and engineering practices from production experience.
Programming Languages
Backend & Frameworks
Architecture & Distributed Systems
Databases & ORMs
DevOps & Cloud Tools
Engineering Practices
Education & certifications
Formal software engineering degree and verified certifications.
B.Sc. in Software Engineering
Adama Science & Technology University (ASTU)
Focused on software development, algorithms, data structures, and practical projects in fullstack, backend, and ML engineering.
ALX Software Engineering Program
Jan 2023 — Jul 2024ALX Africa
12-month intensive program covering backend systems, C, Python, algorithms, databases, and distributed infrastructure.
ALX SE Tutor Recognition & Letter of Recommendation
Feb 2025ALX Africa
Recognized with a Letter of Recommendation and Certificate for exceptional technical guidance of Cohort 22 students.
ALX Ventures Founders Academy
May 2024 — Jul 2024ALX Africa
Focused on entrepreneurship, venture building, product-market fit, and technical product leadership.
Advanced Web Development Bootcamp
2023CSECASTU
Advanced training in modern web applications, scalable architectures, and developer tooling.
National Science Fair Competition
Nov 2018UNESCO & Ministry of Innovation & Technology
National-level competition organized by MoE, UNESCO, and the Ministry of Innovation.
Let's connect
I am open to software engineering opportunities, fintech backends, and collaborative engineering projects. Feel free to reach out directly.