Chernet Asmamaw
c.asmamaw@alustudent.com
+xxx-xx-xxxx
Kigali, Rwanda
Professional Summary
“BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering from the African Leadership University, graduated with First-Class Honours. Skilled in full-stack development, AI tools, and data analytics. Passionate about solving real-world challenges, I have led projects in education technology, conservation, and community development. Experienced in product and project management, operations, and building scalable tech solutions as a software engineer.”
Professional Experience
Software Engineer
March 2025 - PresentDCCS / Code of Africa
- As a Junior Software Engineer, I design and implement scalable enterprise solutions on the SAP Business Technology Platform using the Cloud Application Programming (CAP) model and ABAP RESTful Application Programming Model (RAP). Working in agile development cycles with cross-cultural teams in Rwanda and Bosnia, I contribute to client-facing applications, actively participate in sprint ceremonies, and bridge product thinking with technical execution across the full software development lifecycle.
SAPCAPRAPABAPBASSAP GUIEnterprise DevelopmentAgileCross-cultural Collaboration
Operations and Analytics Intern
July 2024 - December 2024ALU School of Wildlife Conservation (SOWC)
- During my internship at SOWC, I streamlined event operations for the Business of Conservation Conference using the Swoogo platform, managing data-driven insights and logistics across 12 weeks. I supported the execution of seven major initiatives including masterclasses, hackathons, and workshops, which boosted conservation engagement and student participation by about 20%. My role also involved coordinating weekly communications, field trips, and guest speaker sessions, sharpening both my organizational and professional communication skills.
Data Managment and OrganizationSwogooPythonResearchEvent ManagementPresentaionData AnalysisProject Coordination
Software Engineering Intern
January 2024 - May 2024The SOZO Foundation
- At SOZO, I led the full-stack development of a community engagement platform with role-based access, building the frontend in React and the backend in Django REST Framework. I also developed a voting and survey application that improved internal data collection efficiency by roughly 50%. Beyond coding, I facilitated workshops for 30+ students and entrepreneurs on using technology to scale their ventures, fostering both technical adoption and community-driven impact.
Full-stack DevelopmentReactDjangoWorkshop FacilitationProject ManagmentDesign
Software Engineering Intern
September 2023 - December 2023Caribou Digital
- As a Technical Intern, I helped design and build an AI-powered internal application by drafting technical documentation and project briefs, while also implementing a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) framework to enhance data management. I developed a working prototype that integrated NLP pipelines, vector databases, and custom embedding techniques, improving operational efficiency by about 30% and showcasing my capacity in both applied AI/ML and system prototyping.
AI/MLRAGResearchTechnical DocumentationPresentaionCommunication
Gaming Market Research & Analytics Externship
November 2023 - December 2023Mobalytics | Paragon One
- Through a research externship with Mobalytics, I conducted competitive analysis of FPS and MOBA mobile games, identifying key player personas and exploring the psychology behind engagement patterns. I presented insights on revenue models and market expansion opportunities to stakeholders, strengthening my skills in market research, data-driven analysis, and effective presentation.
Market ResearchCompetitive AnalysisData Presentation
Freshwater and Community Conservation Extern
February 2024 - April 2024NGS & TNC
- In partnership with National Geographic Society and The Nature Conservancy, I conducted a landscape and gap analysis on freshwater challenges in Ethiopia, engaging both community leaders and conservation experts. I combined primary and secondary research to evaluate existing initiatives and built an interactive ArcGIS StoryMap to visualize findings, contributing actionable recommendations for future conservation efforts.
Environmental ResearchGIS MappingCommunity Engagement
Fulltime English Teacher
August 2022 - December 2022Charac Academy
- As a full-time English teacher, I designed and delivered engaging lesson plans tailored to English language learners, assessed progress regularly, and maintained strong communication with parents. Working closely with fellow educators, I fostered a collaborative learning environment while participating in professional development to continuously refine my teaching practice.
TeachingEnglishCurriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentParent CommunicationOrganizationTime Managemnt
Certifications
Python For Everybody Specialization
Coursera | 5 Certificates
University of Michigan
December 2023
Meta Back-End Developer Professional Certificates
Coursera | 7 Certificates
Meta
May 2024
Meta Front-End Developer Professional Certificates
Coursera | 7 Certificates
Meta
July 2024
Algorithmic Toolbox: Data Structures and Algorithms
Coursera
University of California San Diego
January 2023
Django For Everyone Specialization
Coursera | 5 Certificates
University of Michigan
December 2024
Internet History, Technology, and Security
Coursera
University of Michigan
January 2023
Google IT Automation with Python Professional Certificate
Coursera
January 2023
Configuration Management and the Cloud
Coursera
January 2023
DevOps Culture and Mindset Course
Coursera
University of California, Davis
January 2023
IBM DevOps and Software Engineering Professional Certificate
Coursera
IBM
January 2023
Skills
Core Skills
LeadershipProblem-SolvingCommunicationPresentationOrganizationTeamworkDecision-makingCritical ThinkingAdaptabilityTime ManagementCollaborationCreativityEmpathyCuriositySelf-awarenessConflict Resolution
Technical Skills
Python (Django, Flask)JavaScript (Next.js, React)GitHubFlutterTypeScriptRegExShellNodeJsFigmaCanvaDribbleHTMLCSS (Tailwind, Bootstrap, SASS, SCSS)DockerSQLMongoDBFirebaseRedisRenderVercel
Hobbies
✈️Traveling
🏔️Hiking
📸Photography
📖Reading
✏️Drawing
🎨Painting
🎵Music
🎬Watching Movies
🏃♂️Running
🍳Cooking & Baking
✈️Traveling
📚Poetry & Literature
🥋Martial Arts
📺Watching Documantaries
🎨Graphic Design
⛸️Skating
🏊♂️Swimming
🏍️Motor Biking
Languages
🇪🇹 Amharic(Native)
🇪🇹 Guragina(Native)
🇪🇹 Geez(Beginner)
🇬🇧 English(Professional)
🇷🇺 Russian(Conversational)
🇪🇸 Spanish(Beginner)