DESALEGN BIRHANU

As a Senior Back-End Developer at IT RUN, I have been instrumental in leading and contributing to critical projects, ensuring successful delivery from inception to production. My role requires a comprehensive understanding of the project lifecycle and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges at each stage. Key responsibilities and achievements include:

• Project Oversight: Managing projects from initiation to final production delivery, maintaining oversight of every phase in the project lifecycle.
• Core System Development: Played an integral role in designing and building the Sepa Core System, a foundational platform for the organization.
• Backend Microservices: Contributed to the development of scalable and efficient backend microservices supporting B2B, B2C, back-office, and payment modules.
• Technical Leadership: Conducted code reviews to ensure high standards of quality and collaborated closely with team members to clarify technical and business requirements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked closely with product owners, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), and software architects to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Requirement Analysis: Analyzed complex technical and business requirements, breaking them down into actionable implementation plans.
• Vendor Integration: Engaged with external vendors to address technical integration needs and ensure seamless interoperability.
• Third-Party Integration: Successfully implemented third-party integrations for KYC (Know Your Customer), KYB (Know Your Business), and payment systems, including Paysolut.
• Domain-Driven Design: Adopted and implemented Domain-Driven Design principles using NestJS to create maintainable and modular systems.
• Shared Currency Library: Designed and developed a custom shared currency library using Java to streamline financial operations.

This role has allowed me to strengthen my expertise in backend development, microservices architecture, and third-party integrations while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions.

As a Senior Developer at Excellerent Solutions, I played a vital role in delivering high-quality software solutions to support US-based clients across multiple industries. My work spanned full-stack development, troubleshooting, and optimizing systems to meet client needs effectively.

• Client Collaboration: Contributed as part of an offshore team for US-based clients, delivering solutions such as Employee Nomination and Employee Recognition systems that catered to multiple businesses.
• Full-Stack Development: Delivered robust features and functionality using Angular, .NET Core, and C# for scalable and efficient systems.
• Issue Resolution: Diagnosed and resolved complex bugs and client-reported issues, stabilizing systems to achieve a 90% improvement in reliability and performance.
• Reusable Components: Implemented reusable Angular components, including custom dynamic wizards, search components, dynamic forms, and shared functionalities, enhancing development efficiency.
• Accessibility Compliance: Resolved web accessibility issues to ensure compliance with industry standards and improve usability for all users.
• Code Quality and Standards: Participated in regular code reviews to uphold high coding standards and best practices within the team.
• Performance Optimization: Debugged and optimized software to minimize system downtime and improve overall performance.
• Team Support: Actively supported the development team through brainstorming sessions, code reviews, and mentorship, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Agile Delivery: Achieved project milestones and deliverables on time by adhering to Agile methodologies and practices.
• Prototyping and Innovation: Developed proofs of concept to evaluate and integrate new technologies into projects, driving innovation.
• Technology Stack: Leveraged a diverse stack of tools and technologies, including Angular 9, .NET Core, C#, and other major programming languages, to deliver efficient and scalable software solutions.

This role provided me with valuable experience in full-stack development, client communication, and technical innovation, allowing me to contribute to impactful projects and refine my expertise in building scalable enterprise solutions.

Full-Stack Developer
Easy Ethiopia | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (September 2020 - September 2021)

As a Full-Stack Developer, I contributed to designing and developing web applications and systems, with key responsibilities including:

• Created designs and layouts for applications and web pages.
• Analyzed software requirements and collaborated with team members on solutions.
• Developed and maintained tenant-based user management systems and client/server-side applications.
• Built a central user management and authentication system UI using Vue.js.
• Implemented .NET Core REST API with Identity Server 4 for secure authentication.
• Integrated third-party SMS APIs and created a custom SMS strategy.
• Utilized Node.js, ORM, and SQL/NoSQL for database development and management.
• Used Git for version control and efficient collaboration.
• Reviewed code, debugged issues, and ensured system reliability.

This role enhanced my skills in full-stack development, API implementation, and third-party integrations while fostering collaboration within a dynamic team.

As a Full-Stack Developer at the Information Network Security Agency, I played a pivotal role in the development of various high-impact products, including an ERP system, Cadaster Registration System, and Document Management System. My contributions spanned both front-end and back-end development, with a particular focus on building secure, scalable, and efficient systems that met the organization's complex requirements.

• ERP System Development: Worked extensively on the HR and Finance modules of the ERP system, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance features and improve system performance. My contributions included designing, developing, and maintaining critical functionality to streamline HR and financial processes within the organization.
• Cadaster Registration System: Led the development efforts for the Cadaster Registration System, working on both front-end and back-end. This system enabled efficient property registration and management, and I ensured seamless integration with external services to improve data accuracy and processing speed.
• Document Management System: Developed and maintained a Document Management System that integrated with third-party SDKs and Alfresco Content Management. This system facilitated efficient document storage, retrieval, and workflow automation, enhancing collaboration and document security within the agency.
• Full-Stack Development: Played a hands-on role in both front-end and back-end development, utilizing technologies like Angular, Java, .NetCore, ensuring cohesive and robust system architecture.
• Security and Efficiency: Focused on building secure and efficient applications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and optimizing system performance to handle large datasets and high-volume transactions.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked closely with stakeholders, including business analysts and project managers, to ensure that technical solutions aligned with organizational goals.
• Third-Party Integrations: Successfully integrated external services, such as third-party SDKs and content management tools like Alfresco, to enhance the system's functionality and improve user experience.

This experience allowed me to deepen my expertise in both front-end and back-end development while honing my ability to deliver comprehensive solutions that address diverse business needs. My focus on security, scalability, and efficiency played a key role in ensuring that the systems I developed were reliable, user-friendly, and aligned with the agency's objectives.