Herman Kamugisha
Performance-driven Software Engineer with 3+ years experience specializing in Spring Boot, Next.js, and AI Integration
About Me
Performance-driven Software Engineer with over 3 years of experience in building scalable, secure SaaS and enterprise platforms. I specialize in backend architecture, RESTful APIs, performance optimization, and security implementation with modern AI integration capabilities.
I have successfully led the delivery of 8 full-stack projects and contributed to production-grade systems integrating modern DevOps, monitoring, and AI tools. My expertise spans Spring Boot, Django, Flutter, Next.js, and C# .NET, with a passion for crafting maintainable software aligned with clean code and industry standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Graduated: Aug 2023
Location
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Languages
Swahili (Native), English (Advanced C1)
Reduction in Critical Issues
System Uptime
Projects Delivered
Technical Skills
Specialized in building scalable applications with modern technologies
Primary Technologies
Backend & APIs
Databases & Caching
DevOps & Cloud
AI & Modern Architecture
Security & Testing
Open Source & Community
Professional Experience
4+ years of experience building scalable software solutions
Software Engineer
IDTech Company
- •Led and delivered 4 key projects: 3 using Spring Boot + Next.js and 1 using Spring Boot + Flutter
- •Developed scalable, secure microservices using Spring Boot, Spring Security, and Redis
- •Integrated AI capabilities using Vertex AI, Spring AI, and LLMs alongside document OCR
- •Built mobile apps in Flutter and modern web apps with Next.js for internal and client-facing tools
- •Implemented CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and Docker Hub, deploying to cloud VPS
- •Maintained high code quality with SonarLint, reducing critical issues by 90%
- •Ensured system health and reliability with Sentry and Grafana monitoring
Software Engineer
Extrateq Company
- •Built enterprise-grade applications using C# and .NET with Razor/Blazor components
- •Applied Clean Architecture and Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles
- •Integrated Syncfusion libraries for enhanced UI components
- •Delivered high-quality code in microservices environment with cross-functional teams
Software Engineer
MEMPLAS COMPANY LIMITED
- •Delivered scalable Django-based SaaS platforms with PostgreSQL multitenancy and Redis caching
- •Automated deployments using Docker and GitHub workflows
- •Ensured continuous observability with Sentry monitoring
- •Authored technical documentation and led backend infrastructure improvements
Full Stack Web Developer
QUENCHX STARTUP COMPANY
- •Designed and built complete e-commerce platform using Spring Boot and Next.js
- •Integrated secure Google login and push notifications via OneSignal
- •Automated build and deployment using GitHub CI/CD and Docker
- •Implemented secure payment processing and inventory management
Full Stack Developer
iRatiba STARTUP
- •Built and deployed mobile university timetable app using Flutter & Next.js
- •Delivered backend API with Django REST Framework and JWT-based secure login
- •Integrated SMS updates and conducted user testing for continuous improvement
- •Implemented offline support and real-time synchronization
Featured Projects
Showcasing scalable solutions built with modern technologies
Memplas - SaaS Platform
MEMPLAS COMPANY LIMITEDScalable Django-based SaaS platform with PostgreSQL multitenancy and Redis caching. Features automated deployments using Docker and GitHub workflows with continuous observability via Sentry.
Quenchx - E-commerce Platform
QUENCHX STARTUP COMPANYComplete e-commerce solution built with Spring Boot backend and Next.js frontend. Features secure Google authentication, push notifications via OneSignal, and automated CI/CD deployment pipelines.
Revival - Modern Web Application
Personal ProjectModern web application showcasing advanced frontend development with Next.js. Features responsive design, smooth animations, and optimized performance for enhanced user experience.
IRSO - Professional Website
Client ProjectProfessional website built with Next.js featuring modern design principles, responsive layout, and optimized performance. Demonstrates expertise in frontend development and user experience design.
University Timetable System
University of Dar es SalaamComprehensive university timetable management system built with Next.js and Django REST API backend. Features real-time schedule updates, user authentication, and mobile-responsive design for students and faculty.
In Development
Enterprise AI-Powered Platform
IDTech CompanyEnterprise-grade application with AI integration using Vertex AI, Spring AI, and document OCR. Built with Spring Boot microservices architecture and modern security practices.
Open Source Contributions
Active contributor to the developer community with meaningful contributions to popular Django packages
@Wizely99
Passionate software developer from Tanzania, actively contributing to open-source projects and building innovative solutions.
Repositories
Stars Earned
Followers
Following
Django Tenant Users
Corvia/django-tenant-users
Enhanced multi-tenancy support for Django applications by improving user management across tenant schemas. Contributed bug fixes and feature enhancements to support better isolation and security in SaaS applications.
Impact:
Improved tenant user isolation and security
Django Fast TreeNode
TimurKady/django-fast-treenode
Optimized tree node operations for better performance in hierarchical data structures. Implemented efficient algorithms for tree traversal and manipulation, significantly improving query performance.
Impact:
Enhanced tree operations performance
Performance Metrics
Measurable results demonstrating commitment to quality and reliability
Reduction in Critical Issues
Maintained via SonarLint and code reviews
System Uptime
Across all deployed environments
Projects Delivered
On-time delivery with sprint consistency
Security Audit Flags
Adherence to security standards
Get In Touch
Ready to collaborate on your next project? Let's discuss how we can work together.
Contact Information
hermanpaul050597@gmail.com
Phone
+255 711 396 777
Location
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Professional Profiles
Open Source Contributor
Active contributor to Django ecosystem with merged pull requests to popular packages.