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Lead Software Engineer
Building Impact-Driven Solutions

Full-Stack • AI/ML • Blockchain • Agriculture Tech
Empowering Emerging Markets from Mbarara, Uganda

About Me

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Amon Muhwezi

Lead Software Engineer

Mbarara, Uganda

Passionate Software Engineer Building for Impact

I'm a Lead Software Engineer at iCRADLE Innovations Ltd, specializing in building scalable, secure, and user-centered digital solutions for underserved and emerging markets.

With expertise across the full stack, I focus on creating technology that transforms lives and bridges digital divides. My work spans agriculture technology, digital finance, supply chain transparency, and mobile-first solutions.

1,509+ Commits65+ RepositoriesTech Speaker

Innovation

Leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve real-world problems

Impact

Creating solutions that transform lives in underserved communities

Excellence

Delivering world-class solutions with local expertise

Professional Experience

5+ years building scalable solutions and driving digital transformation

Lead Software Engineer & Founder

iCRADLE Innovations Ltd
2020 - Present

Mbarara, Uganda

Leading software development initiatives focused on building impact-driven solutions for emerging markets.

Key Achievements:

  • Built agriculture platform serving 500+ smallholder farmers, increasing incomes by 30%
  • Developed mobile money application processing 10,000+ secure transactions
  • Implemented blockchain-based counterfeit detection system for supply chain transparency
  • Led full-stack development of enterprise applications using modern tech stacks
  • Managed cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud platforms
JavaReactNode.jsPythonAWSBlockchain

Full-Stack Developer & Consultant

Freelance Software Development
2018 - 2020

Remote

Delivered custom software solutions for clients across agriculture, finance, and education sectors.

Key Achievements:

  • Built responsive web applications with React and Next.js
  • Developed RESTful APIs and microservices with Node.js and Python
  • Integrated mobile money APIs (MTN, Airtel) for payment solutions
  • Provided IT consulting for digital transformation initiatives
  • Maintained 100% client satisfaction rate with on-time delivery
JavaScriptPythonReact NativeMySQLFirebase

Community Developer

Open Source Contributions
2017 - Present

Global

Active contributor to open-source projects and technical community building.

Key Achievements:

  • 1,509+ commits across 65+ repositories on GitHub
  • Developed educational projects teaching programming fundamentals
  • Shared knowledge through tech talks and community events
  • Mentored junior developers in full-stack development
  • Contributed to documentation and bug fixes in popular frameworks
GitGitHubDocumentationCode Review

Education & Certifications

Committed to continuous learning and professional development

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering

Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST)

2018 - 2022Mbarara, UgandaFirst Class Honors

Comprehensive software engineering program focusing on modern development practices, algorithms, and system design.

Specialized in Full-Stack Development and Cloud Computing
Led multiple group projects in mobile app development
Graduated with honors in software architecture and design
Conducted research on blockchain applications in agriculture

Professional Certifications

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AWS Certified Solutions Architect

Amazon Web Services

2023

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Blockchain Development Specialization

Coursera

2022

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Advanced React & Next.js

Udemy

2023

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Machine Learning with Python

Coursera

2021

Continuous Learning Focus

📚Cloud Architecture Best Practices (AWS, Azure, GCP)
📚AI/ML for Production Systems
📚Advanced Blockchain & Smart Contracts
📚DevOps & Infrastructure as Code
📚Mobile-First Development for Emerging Markets

Skills & Expertise

Comprehensive technical expertise across the full stack with specialized skills in emerging market solutions

Programming Languages

Java95%
JavaScript93%
TypeScript92%
Python88%
Solidity82%
Kotlin80%
Dart78%
PHP75%

Frontend & Mobile

React & Next.js95%
React Native92%
TailwindCSS96%
Flutter85%
Redux & State Management90%
React Query88%
Framer Motion87%

Backend & APIs

Node.js & Express93%
Flask & FastAPI87%
RESTful APIs95%
GraphQL83%
Web3.js85%
JWT & Auth92%

Databases

MySQL94%
MongoDB90%
PostgreSQL88%
Firebase/Firestore92%
Redis82%
Supabase85%

Cloud & DevOps

AWS89%
Azure86%
Google Cloud87%
Docker & Kubernetes88%
CI/CD (GitHub Actions)91%
Jenkins83%
Terraform80%

Specialized & Tools

Blockchain Development84%
AI/ML (TensorFlow)81%
Mobile Money APIs93%
Apache Kafka78%
ElasticSearch80%
System Architecture92%

Testing & Quality

Jest90%
Cypress88%
Playwright86%
Selenium84%
Testing Library89%

Design & Productivity

Figma88%
Adobe Illustrator75%
UX/UI Design87%
Git & GitHub96%
Agile/Scrum91%

Featured Projects

Impact-driven solutions across agriculture tech, digital finance, and blockchain

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Agriculture Platform

Farm-to-market solution enabling Ugandan smallholder farmers with real-time market prices, direct trader connections, and agronomic support. Reduced value chain inefficiencies and improved farmer incomes.

Serving 500+ farmers • 30% income increase

React NativeNode.jsMySQLGoogle CloudMobile-First
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Mobile Money Application

Comprehensive digital finance solution featuring secure mobile transaction processing and financial access for underserved populations. Supporting emerging market payment ecosystems.

10,000+ transactions • Financial inclusion

JavaNode.jsMySQLMTN APIAirtel API
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Blockchain Counterfeit Detection

Blockchain-based solution for product authenticity verification and supply chain transparency. Building trust in commercial transactions and protecting against counterfeit products.

Supply chain transparency • Trust building

SolidityWeb3.jsReactEthereumSmart Contracts
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TaskMaster

Enterprise-grade task management application built with modern Java architecture. Active development with focus on scalability and user experience.

Active development • Enterprise solution

JavaSpring BootPostgreSQLREST API
Code
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Cow Herd Game

Educational Python game teaching programming fundamentals through interactive gameplay. Features both GUI (Tkinter) and console modes with smart AI implementation.

Educational tool • Programming fundamentals

PythonTkinterAI LogicEducational
Code

Community Impact

Giving back through mentorship, open source, and social impact initiatives

Tech Speaker & Mentor

Active speaker at tech meetups and conferences, sharing insights on emerging market solutions

  • Speaker at Uganda Tech Community events
  • Mentored 20+ junior developers in full-stack development
  • Conducted workshops on mobile-first development
  • Led coding bootcamp sessions for beginners
20+ Mentees

Open Source Contributor

Contributing to open-source projects and sharing knowledge through code

  • 1,509+ commits across 65+ repositories on GitHub
  • Maintained educational programming projects
  • Contributed bug fixes and features to popular frameworks
  • Published reusable code libraries and tools
65+ Repos

Digital Inclusion Advocate

Building technology solutions that bridge the digital divide in emerging markets

  • Developed mobile-first apps for low-bandwidth environments
  • Created farmer education platforms in local languages
  • Built financial inclusion tools for underserved communities
  • Advocated for accessible, user-friendly technology
500+ Farmers Empowered

Community Builder

Fostering tech communities and promoting collaboration in Uganda

  • Active member of East African tech communities
  • Organized developer meetups in Mbarara
  • Connected local startups with technical talent
  • Promoted best practices in software development
Growing Network

Active Initiatives

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Code for Good Initiative

Teaching programming to underprivileged youth

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AgriTech Innovation Hub

Supporting farmers with digital solutions

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Tech Talks Mbarara

Monthly knowledge sharing sessions

Interested in collaboration or mentorship?

Let's Connect

Future Vision

Building the future of technology in emerging markets, one solution at a time

Scale Impact-Driven Solutions

Expand agricultural and fintech platforms to serve 10,000+ users across East Africa by 2027

2025 - 2027

Bridge the Digital Divide

Create accessible, mobile-first technologies that empower underserved communities worldwide

Ongoing Mission

Pioneer AI for Good

Integrate AI/ML into solutions that solve real problems in agriculture, healthcare, and education

2025 - 2026

Lead Tech Innovation in Uganda

Position Uganda as a hub for AgriTech and FinTech innovation in Africa

Long-term Vision

2025 Goals & Milestones

Technical Growth

  • Master advanced AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
  • Become AWS Solutions Architect Professional certified
  • Lead development of 3+ production-scale applications
  • Contribute to major open-source blockchain projects

Business Impact

  • Grow iCRADLE Innovations to 10+ enterprise clients
  • Secure funding for AgriTech expansion across Uganda
  • Launch SaaS product serving emerging market businesses
  • Build strategic partnerships with international tech companies

Community Leadership

  • Mentor 50+ developers through bootcamps and workshops
  • Speak at 5+ international tech conferences
  • Establish Uganda's first AgriTech developer community
  • Publish research on mobile-first development for emerging markets

Long-term Aspirations

🚀Build a unicorn startup from Uganda solving global problems
🌍Represent African tech innovation on the world stage
💡Inspire the next generation of African software engineers
🏆Become a recognized thought leader in AgriTech and FinTech
🤝Foster collaboration between African and global tech ecosystems
📚Author books/courses on building for emerging markets

Let's build the future together. Looking for opportunities in:

Full-Time RolesConsulting ProjectsSpeaking EngagementsPartnership Opportunities
Let's Create Impact Together

Let's Connect

Ready to build something amazing together? Get in touch for collaborations, opportunities, or just to say hello!

Get In Touch

Location

Kiswa Bugolobi, Mbarara Nkokunjeru
Mbarara, Uganda

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Building technology with impact, one line of code at a time.