Meheretabe AbaynehWeb & Systems Architect, Developer

Software Engineer based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 4th Year Software Engineering Student at AASTU (3.8 GPA), A2SV Trainee, and ALX Graduate. Specializing in Django, REST Framework, PostgreSQL, and C++/Java OOP with 500+ algorithm practice problems solved.

3.8/4.0AASTU GPA
500+Algorithms Solved
30+ HrsTraining Hours/Wk
+30%Query Speedup
02 // FEATURED WORK

From Concept to Code

Deep-dive case studies showcasing distributed systems, high-concurrency event pipelines, and hardware-accelerated WebGL applications.

PROJECT 01BACKEND / DJANGO REST FRAMEWORK

FixIT — Local Service Marketplace

RESTful Backend for Local Service Booking & Discovery

A RESTful backend using Django REST Framework and PostgreSQL to support customer-provider interactions and service booking workflows.

Reduced query execution time by 30% & boosted booking rate by 15%
PythonDjangoDjango REST FrameworkPostgreSQL+3 MORE
PROJECT 02BACKEND / AI INTEGRATION

AI-Powered Study Companion

Django Backend with Integrated External AI Chat APIs

A modular backend exposing 15+ REST API endpoints for AI-powered chat assistance, study recommendations, and learning history.

15+ REST API endpoints with <2s AI response times
PythonDjangoDjango REST FrameworkREST APIs+2 MORE
PROJECT 03SYSTEMS / C++ OOP

Smart Parking Management System

Object-Oriented C++ System with File Stream Persistence

An object-oriented parking management system with automated entry/exit tracking, dynamic fee calculation, and persistent storage.

Handled 50+ parking slots with 100% session data recovery
C++OOPFile StreamsData Structures+1 MORE
PROJECT 04SYSTEMS / JAVA REAL-TIME

Collaborative PaintPad

Multi-threaded Java Desktop App for Real-Time Canvas Collaboration

A real-time collaborative whiteboard desktop application built with Java Swing/AWT and Socket Networking for multi-user canvas drawing and state synchronization.

Sub-millisecond socket packet sync & concurrent vector drawing
JavaJava SwingSocketsMulti-threading+3 MORE
PROJECT 05FULL-STACK / INTERNET PROGRAMMING

Project Manager System

Full-Stack Collaborative Project & Sprint Management Web Application

A full-stack collaborative project management web application for organizing tasks, setting sprint milestones, assigning team roles, and tracking real-time project progress.

Multi-user task tracking, Kanban workflows & milestone analytics
JavaScriptHTML5CSS3REST APIs+4 MORE
PROJECT 06BACKEND / E-COMMERCE & OPENAPI

NextGen E-Commerce Engine

High-Performance DRF Microservices Backend with Multi-Tier Filtering & Swagger Docs

An enterprise-grade, high-performance E-Commerce REST API backend powering product catalog search, multi-faceted filtering, secure user access control, and interactive OpenAPI documentation.

Multi-tier product filtering, dynamic search indexing & Swagger OpenAPI docs
PythonDjangoDjango REST FrameworkPostgreSQL+4 MORE
03 // TIMELINE

Career & Impact

Engineering roles, training programs, and technical leadership.

2025 — PRESENT·Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Backend Software Engineer, Medrafa Inventory System

Medrafa

Spring Boot Production System

Medrafa is an Ethiopian health-tech company building digital solutions for pharmacies and healthcare providers. Its platform includes pharmacy inventory management, e-prescriptions, and tools for improving medication tracking and healthcare operations. Enterprise inventory management backend built with Spring Boot, focused on stock management, reservations, locations, and secure business operations.

  • Developed and maintained RESTful APIs for inventory, stock entries, reservations, and location-based operations.
  • Implemented role-based access control and location-level permission enforcement for secure stock management.
  • Designed and optimized database operations using Spring Data JPA and PostgreSQL.
  • Worked with production-grade architecture, Git workflows, Docker, and distributed configuration.
JavaSpring BootSpring Data JPAPostgreSQLREST APIDockerGitGitHub
01/2026 — PRESENT·Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Software Engineering Trainee

Africa to Silicon Valley (A2SV)

500+ Algorithmic Solved

Selected for a highly competitive programme emphasizing Data Structures & Algorithms, problem-solving, and advanced debugging.

  • Rigorous in-person training of 30+ hours per week focusing on competitive programming and algorithms.
  • Solved 500+ algorithm practice problems across LeetCode, Codeforces, and A2SV problem sets.
  • Mastered advanced debugging techniques, graph algorithms, dynamic programming, and time/space complexity trade-offs.
PythonC++JavaData StructuresAlgorithmsSystem Design
07/2025 — 01/2026·Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Software Engineering Graduate

ALX Software Engineering Program

30+ Hrs/Wk Intensive

Intensive training program (30+ hours/week) in Django and backend web development.

  • Completed intensive training of 30+ hours per week in Django, REST API architecture, and database design.
  • Completed two-month comprehensive training program on soft skills, teamwork, and leadership.
  • Built production-style backend projects with JWT authentication, CRUD APIs, and PostgreSQL database schemas.
PythonDjangoDjango REST FrameworkPostgreSQLGitGitHub
2025·Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Backend Engineering Trainee

INSA Talent Center

2+ Production REST APIs

Completed backend training delivering database-driven REST API projects at Information Network Security Administration.

  • Delivered 2+ REST API and database-driven projects under security administration guidance.
  • Built backend apps featuring JWT authentication, role-based access control, and relational DB design.
  • Worked in a 5-member Agile team contributing to stand-ups, sprint planning, and weekly deliveries.
DjangoREST APIsJWT AuthPostgreSQLAgile
05 // EXPERTISE

Technology Ecosystem

Knowledge graph of core technologies, frameworks, and system engineering tools.

LanguagesExpert

Python

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3Y EXP3 PROJECTS
LanguagesExpert

TypeScript

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3Y EXP2 PROJECTS
LanguagesAdvanced

JavaScript

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2Y EXP2 PROJECTS
LanguagesAdvanced

C++

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3Y EXP1 PROJECTS
LanguagesAdvanced

Java

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2Y EXP1 PROJECTS
LanguagesProficient

PHP

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2Y EXP0 PROJECTS
LanguagesExpert

HTML5 / CSS3

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3Y EXP1 PROJECTS
BackendExpert

Django / DRF

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3Y EXP3 PROJECTS
BackendAdvanced

Node.js

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2Y EXP1 PROJECTS
BackendAdvanced

Express.js

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2Y EXP1 PROJECTS
BackendProficient

Spring Boot

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2Y EXP1 PROJECTS
BackendExpert

REST APIs

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3Y EXP3 PROJECTS
BackendExpert

JWT Auth & RBAC

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2Y EXP2 PROJECTS
BackendExpert

Git & GitHub

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3Y EXP2 PROJECTS
FrontendAdvanced

React

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2Y EXP1 PROJECTS
FrontendProficient

Next.js

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1Y EXP0 PROJECTS
FrontendAdvanced

Tailwind CSS

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2Y EXP1 PROJECTS
DatabaseExpert

PostgreSQL

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3Y EXP3 PROJECTS
DatabaseProficient

MySQL

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2Y EXP0 PROJECTS
DatabaseAdvanced

Supabase

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2Y EXP1 PROJECTS
CRAFT

Verified Engineering Standards

Verifiable technical benchmarks demonstrated across production projects and backend architecture.

Database & Query Optimization

Production Hardened

Designing relational database schemas, creating targeted indexes, and optimizing Django ORM queries.

EVIDENCE: Reduced FixIT backend query latency by 30%.

REST API & Microservice Architecture

Enterprise Ready

Exposing modular REST API endpoints with JWT authentication, clear layer separation, and API integrations.

EVIDENCE: Exposed 15+ REST endpoints with <2s AI latency.

Algorithms & Problem Solving

P99 Reliability

Rigorous problem solving under competitive programming constraints and data structure optimizations.

EVIDENCE: Solved 500+ algorithm practice problems.

Object-Oriented & Systems Design

Sub-second

Applying OOP principles (encapsulation, polymorphism, inheritance) and file stream persistence in C++ & Java.

EVIDENCE: 100% session data recovery in C++ parking system.
04 // ACHIEVEMENTS

Awards & Milestones

Competitive wins, recognitions, and standout engineering milestones.

2026·Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2nd Place Winner — AASTU Hackathon

Addis Ababa Science and Technology University (AASTU)

🥈 2nd Place Winner (Hackathon 2026)

Secured 2nd Place out of competitive developer teams at the official AASTU 2026 Hackathon by designing and building an innovative real-time software application.

  • Awarded 2nd Place overall by university judges and industry mentors for technical innovation and presentation.
  • Architected and deployed a functional real-time software prototype under strict hackathon time constraints.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership, rapid full-stack problem solving, and effective team coordination.
Real-Time SystemsSoftware ArchitectureRapid PrototypingFull-Stack Development
07 // INITIATE CONTACT

Let's build something worth remembering.

Whether you are looking to build high-concurrency backend services, scale distributed databases, or craft immersive web experiences — reach out via phone, Telegram, or social channels below.

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