Lead Software Engineer
Building Impact-Driven Solutions
Full-Stack • AI/ML • Blockchain • Agriculture Tech
Empowering Emerging Markets from Mbarara, Uganda
About Me
Amon Muhwezi
Lead Software Engineer
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.
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
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
Full-Stack Developer & Consultant
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
Community Developer
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
Education & Certifications
Committed to continuous learning and professional development
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST)
Comprehensive software engineering program focusing on modern development practices, algorithms, and system design.
Professional Certifications
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Amazon Web Services
2023
Blockchain Development Specialization
Coursera
2022
Advanced React & Next.js
Udemy
2023
Machine Learning with Python
Coursera
2021
Continuous Learning Focus
Skills & Expertise
Comprehensive technical expertise across the full stack with specialized skills in emerging market solutions
Programming Languages
Frontend & Mobile
Backend & APIs
Databases
Cloud & DevOps
Specialized & Tools
Testing & Quality
Design & Productivity
Featured Projects
Impact-driven solutions across agriculture tech, digital finance, and blockchain
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
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
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
TaskMaster
Enterprise-grade task management application built with modern Java architecture. Active development with focus on scalability and user experience.
⚡ Active development • Enterprise solution
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
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
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
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
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
Active Initiatives
Code for Good Initiative
Teaching programming to underprivileged youth
AgriTech Innovation Hub
Supporting farmers with digital solutions
Tech Talks Mbarara
Monthly knowledge sharing sessions
Interested in collaboration or mentorship?
Let's ConnectFuture 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
Bridge the Digital Divide
Create accessible, mobile-first technologies that empower underserved communities worldwide
Pioneer AI for Good
Integrate AI/ML into solutions that solve real problems in agriculture, healthcare, and education
Lead Tech Innovation in Uganda
Position Uganda as a hub for AgriTech and FinTech innovation in Africa
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
Let's build the future together. Looking for opportunities in:
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.