Estifanos Zinabu
Building modern web apps and robust backend systems enhanced by intelligent systems, automation, and AI.
ABOUT
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I'm a full-stack software engineer based in Addis Ababa, focused on building reliable web applications, backend systems, and AI solutions. I turn ideas and requirements into well-crafted software that is reliable and scalable.
I've worked with organizations such as Afriwork and and various startups, contributing across software engineering, cloud infrastructure, and AI-driven solutions.
EXPERIENCE
[ 02 ]TECHNICAL CAREER NARRATIVE
Backend Developer
Built and optimized core backend services powering a platform serving 300,000+ users, implementing secure and scalable workflows for job posting, applications, and employer operations. Collaborated with a cross-functional team to improve system architecture, reduce bottlenecks, and support a platform that has enabled 70,000+ successful placements and serves 15,000+ SMEs.
EXPERTISE UTILIZED
AI/ML Engineering Intern
Contributed to research-driven projects combining machine learning and symbolic AI across multilingual NLP, knowledge representation, and explainable AI. Worked with MeTTa, a symbolic reasoning language for cognitive architectures, implementing 5+ logic-based programs and contributing to practical AI applications.
EXPERTISE UTILIZED
Frontend Developer Intern
Built responsive and interactive web interfaces through hands-on projects based on real-world requirements. Translated specifications into maintainable components, integrated APIs, and worked within collaborative development workflows and deadlines.
EXPERTISE UTILIZED
Flutter Developer Intern
Developed cross-platform mobile applications using Flutter and Dart, working on user interfaces, REST API integration, state management, and maintainable application architecture. Gained practical experience solving real development tasks while strengthening debugging and software engineering skills.
EXPERTISE UTILIZED
Full-Stack Developer Intern
Contributed across frontend and backend development to build and improve production-ready web application features. Worked with APIs, database integration, responsive interfaces, and collaborative development workflows using modern web technologies.
EXPERTISE UTILIZED
Software Engineering Trainee
Completed intensive software engineering training focused on data structures, algorithms, competitive programming, and problem-solving. Developed strong foundations in designing efficient solutions, analyzing time and space complexity, and tackling increasingly complex programming challenges through consistent hands-on practice.
EXPERTISE UTILIZED
Graphic Designer
Created visual content and promotional materials for GDG activities, contributing to event branding, social media graphics, and digital communications. Collaborated with the team to develop clear and engaging designs while gaining practical experience in visual communication and design workflows.
EXPERTISE UTILIZED
TECH STACK
[ 03 ]Foundations of Kubernetes, containers, cloud-native architecture, and modern infrastructure.
Hands-on development of backend applications, REST APIs, databases, and server-side systems.
Practical foundations of supervised learning, covering regression, classification, and model evaluation.
PROJECTS
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A price comparison platform that helps users discover and compare products across multiple vendors, developed as an MVP through Safaricom Talent Cloud. Built the backend architecture and integrated AI-powered product recommendations to make product discovery more intelligent and personalized.
A cinematic platform for discovering trending movies and TV shows, with personalized recommendations, search, ratings, and trailers. Designed and built a responsive experience that brings discovery, exploration, and entertainment into one seamless interface.
A full-stack marketplace platform designed around distinct experiences for buyers, sellers, and administrators. Built the frontend and backend architecture with tailored dashboards, API-driven workflows, and a PostgreSQL database to support the platform’s core operations.
An AI-powered resume screening platform that analyzes and ranks candidates against job descriptions using natural language processing and machine learning. Combines semantic similarity, keyword analysis, and intelligent ranking to help recruiters identify relevant candidates more efficiently.
A reusable TypeScript backend foundation designed to provide a consistent, production-oriented starting point for full-stack and API-driven applications. Built around clean architecture, explicit structure, validation, error handling, logging, security, and operational practices that can be reused across future projects.
A modern digital banking dashboard focused on delivering a polished and interactive financial experience. Features responsive account management, interactive data visualization, and a refined interface built with modern React and Next.js patterns.