Galata Waqwaya Gichile
Full-Stack AI Developer | Software Engineer
Summary
Full-stack AI developer and software engineering graduate with experience building AI-enabled web platforms, integrating large language model APIs, deploying containerized applications, and teaching software engineering. Gold Medalist with a perfect 4.00/4.00 CGPA and first-place winner of the Huawei ICT Competition 2022-2023 Cloud Track in Ethiopia. Focused on AI engineering, natural language processing, semantic search, and technology for low-resource African languages.
Core Technical Skills
Experience
Full-Stack AI Developer
2026 – 2026Beexpro | Cyprus — Remote
Developed an AI-enabled training-generation platform using Next.js, React, PostgreSQL/Supabase, Prisma, and generative AI APIs. Implemented chatbot functionality, training content workflows, role-based access, public pages, and an administration dashboard. Containerized and deployed the application on a Linux VPS using Docker Compose, HTTPS, and a reverse-proxy architecture. Delivered frontend and backend improvements in a remote international team while balancing part-time work and academic preparation.
Assistant Lecturer
2024 – 2025Haramaya University | Harar, Ethiopia
Delivered lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in computing and software engineering subjects. Mentored students on academic projects, software development, research, and problem-solving. Prepared learning materials, assessments, and constructive feedback to support student progress.
Software Developer Intern
2022 – 2023Faris Technologies | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Contributed as a backend developer to a Volunteerism Management System for the Addis Ababa City Administration. Worked with developers, designers, and project managers to deliver features and resolve integration issues.
Software Engineer Intern
2023 – 2023Hararghe Health Research | Harar, Ethiopia
Developed and deployed a Clinic Management System that streamlined administrative workflows for local clinics. Built a Prisoner Management System for structured tracking and management of prisoner records.
Education
Technical University of Kosice (TUKE)
2026 – PresentIncoming Master's Student · Artificial Intelligence
Admitted and registered for graduate study with an AI and computer science career focus.
Matej Bel University
2025 – 2026Slovak Language Preparatory Programme · Slovak Language
Completed intensive Slovak-language preparation and earned an official B2 certificate.
Haramaya University
2019 – 2024BSc in Software Engineering · Software Engineering
Graduated as Gold Medalist with a perfect 4.00/4.00 CGPA. Bachelor thesis: Afan Oromo Spell Checker using natural language processing, rule-based methods, and dictionary lookup.
ODA Special Boarding School
2016 – 2019High School · Natural Science
Studied High school in one of the top school in Ethiopia
Selected Projects
Furii — Multilingual AI Language Assistant
Live demoBuilt a multilingual writing and translation assistant with a web application and Telegram bot. Designed features for spelling and grammar correction, paraphrasing, translation, explanations, and support for African languages.
Afan Oromo Spell Checker
GitHubDeveloped a system that detects and corrects misspelled Afaan Oromo text using rule-based and dictionary-lookup approaches. Focused on practical NLP support for a low-resource language and delivered the project as a bachelor thesis.
Clinic Management System
GitHubProduced software requirements and design documentation, then developed and deployed the system for local clinic use. Improved management of patient, appointment, and administrative information through a structured digital workflow.
Awards and Certifications
- Gold Medalist — BSc Software Engineering, 4.00 CGPA (Haramaya University)
- Huawei ICT Prize — First Prize, Cloud Track National Final (Huawei)
- AI Fundamentals — Artificial Intelligence Nanodegree (Udacity)
- Slovak B2 — Official B2 language certificate (Matej Bel University)
Leadership and Community
- Introduced students to competitive programming with C++ through a practical training programme at Haramaya University (2023).
- Volunteered with the Haramaya University Red Cross Club, supporting student and community activities (2023–2024).
Languages
Afaan Oromo — Native | English — C1 | Amharic — B2/C1 | Slovak — B2 certified