I am an analytical and creative software engineer with a strong drive for personal and professional growth. I have over ten years of experience building scalable web applications, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering practical solutions for clients across Africa. I am a proactive learner who thrives in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex problems into robust, maintainable software. I value teamwork, clear communication, and mentoring others. I am committed to delivering high-quality code, staying curious about new technologies, and going the extra mile to achieve shared goals while continuously improving my craft.…

Danny Simfukwe

I am an analytical and creative software engineer with a strong drive for personal and professional growth. I have over ten years of experience building scalable web applications, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering practical solutions for clients across Africa. I am a proactive learner who thrives in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex problems into robust, maintainable software. I value teamwork, clear communication, and mentoring others. I am committed to delivering high-quality code, staying curious about new technologies, and going the extra mile to achieve shared goals while continuously improving my craft.…

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I am an analytical and creative software engineer with a strong drive for personal and professional growth. I have over ten years of experience building scalable web applications, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering practical solutions for clients across Africa. I am a proactive learner who thrives in collaborative environments and enjoy turning complex problems into robust, maintainable software.

I value teamwork, clear communication, and mentoring others. I am committed to delivering high-quality code, staying curious about new technologies, and going the extra mile to achieve shared goals while continuously improving my craft.

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Skills

Experience Level

Ruby On Rails
Expert
SQL
Expert
CSS
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
Python
Expert
PHP
Expert
Ruby
Expert
React JS
Expert
MySQL
Expert
Node.js
Expert
PostgreSQL
Expert
Docker
Expert
MongoDB
Expert
Bootstrap
Expert
React Native
Expert
AngularJS
Intermediate
Laravel
Intermediate
Kubernetes
Intermediate
jQuery
Intermediate
Symfony
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder at EazieBuy Technologies
November 1, 2024 - Present
Founder and solo engineer building an AI-powered ecommerce platform and website builder for mobile-first businesses in Africa. Leads product development, platform architecture, AI-assisted store setup and content generation, WhatsApp ordering, and integrations with local payment gateways.
Senior Software Engineer (Independent Contractor) at Nawiri Group SA
May 1, 2025 - September 29, 2025
Designing and implementing API layers enabling data integration with external hotel booking systems; mentoring junior developers; optimizing application performance through code refactors, database query improvements, and caching; developing unit tests and automated testing to increase code coverage.
Software Engineer at Platform45
October 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Working on several platforms using Python, Ruby On Rails, PHP, ReactJs, JavaScript, Docker.
Lead Ruby on Rails Engineer at Velocity Media
August 1, 2021 - September 29, 2025
Led a team and all development processes using Ruby On Rails, PHP, and JavaScript.
Software Developer at SovTech
October 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025
Worked as a Software Developer using PHP, ReactJs, CSS, JavaScript, React Native.
Lead Software Developer at Platform 5
July 1, 2017 - September 29, 2025
Led a team, worked on PBS machines for call centers. Worked with PHP, ReactJs, PhoneGap, AngularJs, etc.
Senior Software Developer at Tannjent
July 1, 2016 - September 29, 2025
Led a team and the development processes. Worked with PHP, ReactJs, PhoneGap, etc.
Software Developer at NeighBiz
September 1, 2015 - September 29, 2025
In-house software developer handling software development tasks end-to-end.
Senior Software Developer at Shisa IT
February 1, 2015 - September 29, 2025
Led a development team and managed all development work.
Software Developer at Grey Pebbles Design Studios
November 1, 2014 - September 29, 2025
Full-stack developer using PHP, JavaScript, CSS, etc.
Software Developer at Vroopleys
November 1, 2013 - September 29, 2025
Handled all development work, working independently since I was the only developer there.
Founder at EazieBuy Technologies
November 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Founder and Solo Engineer at EazieBuy Technologies, an AI-powered ecommerce and website builder designed for mobile-first businesses in Africa. Built a platform with AI support agents for real-time customer engagement, AI-assisted store setup and content generation, WhatsApp ordering, free progressive web apps for paid plans, and integrations with local payment gateways.
Senior Software Engineer (Independent Contractor) at Nawiri Group SA
May 31, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Designed and implemented API layers enabling data integration with external hotel booking systems; mentored junior developers; optimized application performance by refactoring code, improving database queries, and leveraging caching; developed unit tests and automated testing to increase code coverage.
Software Engineer at Platform45
October 31, 2023 - October 31, 2023
Worked on several platforms using Python, Ruby on Rails, PHP, ReactJs, JavaScript, and Docker.
Lead Ruby on Rails Engineer at Velocity Media
August 31, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Led a team and all development processes using Ruby on Rails, PHP, and JavaScript.
Software Developer at SovTech
October 31, 2018 - October 31, 2018
Software Developer using PHP, ReactJs, CSS, JavaScript, React Native.
Lead Software Developer at Platform 5
July 31, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Led a team, worked on several projects including setting PBS machines for call centers. Worked with PHP, ReactJs, PhoneGap, AngularJs, etc.
Senior Software Developer at Tannjent
July 31, 2016 - July 31, 2016
Led a team and the development processes. Worked with PHP, ReactJs, PhoneGap, etc.
Software Developer at NeighBiz
September 30, 2015 - September 30, 2015
The only in-house Software Developer.
Senior Software Developer at Shisa IT
February 28, 2015 - February 28, 2015
Led a team and managed all the development work.
Software Developer at Grey Pebbles Design Studios
November 30, 2014 - November 30, 2014
Full-stack developer using PHP, JavaScript, CSS, etc.
Software Developer at Vroopleys
November 30, 2013 - November 30, 2013
Handled all development work, working independently since I was the only developer there.

Education

Computer Science at University of London
April 1, 2019 - October 1, 2022
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at University of London
April 1, 2019 - October 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics
    paper EazieBuy.com

    EazieBuy is an innovative AI-powered website and ecommerce builder that enables businesses to launch mobile-first, fully customizable, and SEO-optimized online stores with ease. Built with Ruby on Rails and Tailwind CSS, the platform offers intuitive drag-and-drop functionality, AI-generated content, and seamless third-party integrations. EazieBuy is designed to streamline the store/website creation process while supporting dynamic page management and scalable solutions tailored for entrepreneurs and small businesses.