ERICK D. MAKILAGI
Software Engineer | UI/UX Designer | Fintech Innovator
Professional Summary
Software Engineer specializing in fintech and full-stack development, with hands-on experience building secure and scalable applications using technologies such as Django, Spring Boot, Next.js, React, and Angular. Experienced in designing RESTful APIs, working with SQL and NoSQL databases, and supporting Linux-based production environments. I enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and building reliable software that delivers measurable business value.
Technical Skills
Work Experience
Software Developer
Quadraat Global Software House B.V. - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Develop and maintain software applications
- Design and implement scalable solutions
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting
- Conduct customer training and system onboarding
- Create technical documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business solutions
Software Developer
iTrust Finance Limited - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Built and improved automation workflows that reduced manual operations and improved efficiency
- Contributed to the design and development of scalable frontend and backend features and APIs
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready software solutions
- Participated in continuous improvement of development processes and deployment workflows
- Supported integration of internal tools and services to streamline business operations
- Developed a custom chatbot (iRafiki) integrated with the iTrust knowledge base
- Designed n8n workflows to support recruitment and other internal business processes
- Designed and facilitated the UI/UX design of the initial releases of iTrust apps, customer portal, and back-office systems
- Served as the first point of contact in the ICT department for customer queries and internal system support to staff
UI/UX Club Lead
University of Dar es Salaam ICT Students Society - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Organized and led club meetings, workshops, and events focused on UI/UX design principles
- Coordinated guest speakers and industry professionals to share insights with members
- Offered mentorship and guidance to club members seeking to improve their UI/UX design skills
- Promoted awareness of UI/UX principles within the community through marketing and outreach
UI/UX Design Intern
GeoICT4e - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Conducted user research and analysis to inform UI/UX design decisions
- Developed wireframes and prototypes using Adobe XD and Figma
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on design iterations and feedback loops
Data Collector Intern
Ramani Huria Tanzania - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Collected geoinformatics data to support urban mapping projects
- Ensured high data quality and accuracy through validation and verification processes
- Collaborated with field teams to optimize data collection methods
Freelance Software Developer
Self-employed - Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Developed web and mobile applications following the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Designed and implemented responsive user interfaces and features
- Collaborated with clients to gather requirements and provide tailored solutions
- Managed project timelines, testing, and deployment
IT Support Intern
DAWASA - Kinondoni Municipal, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Managed network administration and security tasks
- Provided technical support and troubleshooting for staff
- Maintained IT systems and ensured reliable operation
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM)
Diploma in ICT
Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy (MNMA)
Key Projects
Quadraat Global Software House
2026 - PresentDeveloping and maintaining software applications and scalable solutions, providing technical support and troubleshooting, and creating technical documentation in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
CIS Matrix
2026 - PresentModern platform for fund and Collective Investment Scheme (CIS) management. Provides multi-fund administration, client onboarding with integrated KYC, transaction processing (subscriptions, redemptions, transfers, switches) with configurable role-based approval workflows, consolidated portfolio management across bonds, deposits, and equities, automated daily NAV computation, integrated accounting with full general ledger and financial statements, role-based governance with a comprehensive audit trail, and a cross-filterable analytics dashboard—built on an API-first architecture for seamless system integration.
iTrust Finance Solutions
2024 - 2026Developed, tested, and deployed software solutions for fintech applications. Designed intuitive UI/UX interfaces and prototypes for web and mobile applications with seamless system integration and data security compliance.
Harusi
2026 - PresentWedding planning app for Tanzania. Plan weddings, manage guests, committees, pledges, budget, invitations, and more—all in Tanzanian Shillings (TZS). Features include a marketing landing page, organizer and admin dashboards, auth & roles, and pre-loaded sample data for testing.
https://harusiyetu.co.tz/Investors Dashboard – Uwekezaji Online
2025 - PresentNext.js web app for Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) equities and local mutual fund analytics. Features live quotes, indices, top movers, order-book depth, price history charts, and fund NAV series, with caching, resilient fallbacks, and a polished light/dark UI.
https://www.uwekezaji.onlineDSE MTP vs Bank Statement Reconciliation
2026 - 2026Tool to reconcile DSE MTP trades against bank statements by matching rows with the DSE control number in bank narrations and verifying that the amount paid equals the credit amount.
https://mtp-recon.streamlit.app/Tanzania Salary Calculator
2025 - 2025Web app to calculate Tanzanian net and gross salaries, providing accurate, easy-to-use payroll computations.
https://tzsalary.vercel.app/Nithamini Foundation Website
2025 - PresentModern, multilingual website for a charitable organization in Tanzania. Features internationalization (English, Swahili, French), engaging animations, mobile responsiveness, performance optimization, donation integration, and interactive UI elements.
https://nithaminifoundation.vercel.app/TZ Pension Calculator
2025 - 2025Web app to calculate Tanzanian pension payments accurately and efficiently.
https://pensiontz.vercel.app7-Day Weather App
2024 - 2024Weather forecasting app that provides a 7-day forecast with an intuitive UI and real-time weather data for Tanzania.
https://v0-7-day-weather-app-one.vercel.app/Mobile Transaction App
2024 - 2025Designing a user-friendly mobile application facilitating secure and seamless transactions on-the-go. Implemented intuitive UI/UX features to enhance user experience and ensure efficient handling of financial transactions.
Paradigm Explore
2023 - 2024A cutting-edge mobile app designed to assist researchers in navigating and exploring various research paradigms efficiently. The app streamlines the research process, providing quick access to relevant information.
UISS Website
2023 - 2024Collaborated with a skilled team in the development of the UISS website, contributing expertise in user interface design and development to create an innovative platform for showcasing design projects and fostering community engagement.
Languages
Referees
Kelvin Benard Chingoma
Senior Software Developer
Dar Es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE)
canwork.job@gmail.com
+255 746 251 394
Abdul Bandawe
Head of ICT
iTrust Finance Limited
abdul@itrust.co.tz
+255 745 899 019
Dr. Mercy Mbise
Lecturer, Department of Computer Science
University of Dar es Salaam
mercymbise@gmail.com
+255 784 726 655