Dagmawi TekaSenior Software Engineer
Profile

Senior Backend-Focused Full-Stack Engineer with 4+ years of experience building scalable fintech platforms and real-time, consumer-heavy applications. Specialized in system architecture, high-performance API design, payment workflows, and database optimization for high-traffic environments. Experienced in designing resilient, event-driven systems that handle real-time transactions with strong emphasis on security, reliability, and scalability.

Professional Experience
Senior Software Engineer, Kifiya Financial Technologies⁠
  • •Developed a high-performance electronic device and invoice financing platforms with secure payments, dynamic loan eligibility, and real-time installment tracking.
  • •Integrated credit assessment and automated repayment APIs, enabling real-time validation and risk-based decision-making.
    • 02/2025 – PresentAddis Ababa, Ethiopia
    Software Engineer - Part-time, Tikus⁠
  • •Integrated WebRTC-based video livestreaming for real-time, low-latency, high-quality communication.
  • •Implemented media compression to reduce bandwidth usage and improve app performance.
    • 07/2024 – PresentAddis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • •Developed an optimized feed tracking system to capture post impressions and engagement while maintaining smooth responsiveness.
    • Full-Stack Engineer, Ablaze Labs⁠
  • •Integrated secure payment systems for seamless transactions and improved user trust.
  • •Implemented third-party gaming integrations to enhance gameplay and boost user retention.
    • 06/2024 – 02/2025Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • •Developed an interactive digital platform for a national science museum, increasing visitor engagement and digital interactions.
    • Full-Stack Engineer, Africa Jobs Network⁠
  • •Implemented role-based access control in an ATS, ensuring secure, permissioned workflows.
  • •Integrated advanced resume parsing to reduce manual input and accelerate application processing.
    • 08/2022 – 01/2024Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • •Optimized candidate screening with smart search and keyword matching, improving recruiter efficiency.
    • Full-Stack Engineer, Borsa Technologies⁠
  • •Optimized frontend data fetching and caching in a logistics app, reducing API load and improving responsiveness.
  • •Designed a user-friendly customer support interface with real-time chat and integrated ticketing, enhancing issue resolution.
    • 01/2022 – 01/2024Seattle, US
    Skills
    Frontend

    React.js, Next.js, React Native, Svelte, Lottie, Framer Motion, Tailwind CSS, Zustand, Redux

    Databases

    SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL), NoSQL (MongoDB), Firebase (Firestore & Auth), Redis (for caching)

    Tools & Technologies

    Git, GitHub, WebSockets, Authentication, Caching Strategies, Microservices, Swagger (OpenAPI), Sentry, ESLint

    Backend

    Laravel, NestJS, Spring Boot, tRPC, GraphQL, REST APIs, JWT, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Redis

    DevOps & Infrastructure

    Docker, AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, DynamoDB), GitHub Actions, CI/​CD pipelines, Nginx, Serverless

    Volunteering
    Wish To Wear⁠, Software Engineer
  • •Integrated Google, Meta, and Apple authentication, enhancing user experience.
  • •Created concise documentation, README files, and organized folder structures for improved project clarity and maintainability.
    • 03/2024 – 06/2024Istanbul, Turkiye
    Education
    Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, University of Gondar⁠
  • •Focused on software engineering principles, data structures, and algorithms, with hands-on projects in web and mobile development.
    • Gondar, Ethiopia
    Learning Experience Design, Redi School of Digital Integration⁠
  • •Acquired skills in designing engaging, user-centered learning experiences using modern instructional design tools.
    • Berlin, Germany