Online Resume
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Junior Full-Stack Developer
"With over a decade of experience as a senior architect, I’ve cultivated a deep appreciation for form, function, and user-centered design. My recent dive into full-stack web development — through an immersive bootcamp — has opened up a new dimension for applying these principles. I see strong parallels between architecture and code: both involve designing systems, solving complex problems, and shaping experiences. Today, I’m channeling my architectural mindset into building clean, scalable, and intuitive digital solutions — blending spatial thinking with modern technologies to create web applications that are both technically sound and elegantly crafted."
Work Experiences
Completed an immersive full-stack web development bootcamp, where I gained hands-on experience building responsive, full-featured web applications using modern technologies such as JavaScript, React, Node.js, Express, and MySQL. The program emphasized collaborative, real-world problem solving, agile workflows, version control (Git/GitHub), and deploying scalable apps. I worked on several individual and team projects, including CRUD apps, authentication systems, and RESTful APIs. Coming from an architecture and construction background, I bring a strong foundation in design thinking, client communication, and managing complex projects—skills that complement my growing technical toolkit. I am currently seeking junior developer roles or internships where I can continue learning, contribute meaningfully to a development team, and build impactful digital solutions.
As a freelance architect, I provided a full range of architectural services to clients sourced through my professional and social networks. I managed projects from early conceptual stages through permitting, tender documentation, and construction supervision. This role required direct client engagement, hands-on design development, and collaboration with engineers and contractors to ensure smooth project execution and regulatory compliance. The work spanned a variety of residential and small-scale commercial projects, allowing me to refine both creative and managerial aspects of architectural practice. Among the projects include,
- Multi-story mixed use buildings
- Apartments
- Factories
In this project-based partnership, I led the architectural and permitting aspects of multiple developments, while the firm focused on structural, MEP, and other specialty services. I was responsible for concept development, design detailing, and producing comprehensive permit sets aligned with local regulations. My role involved coordinating with internal and external consultants to integrate specialty inputs into cohesive architectural packages. This collaborative approach ensured streamlined submissions and efficient project progress through the approval stages.
As a co-founder and technical manager of a small-scale construction firm, I oversaw the execution of diverse building projects including renovations, interior works, and ground-up residential construction ranging from single to multi-story structures. I was actively involved in site management, technical decision-making, and ensuring quality control throughout the project lifecycle. Beyond construction, I contributed to client relations, budgeting, and strategic planning to support the growth of the firm in a competitive market.
At Essen Consulting, I worked as a resident architect responsible for developing architectural designs from preliminary studies to detailed working drawings. I produced full permit documentation, collaborated on multidisciplinary design coordination, and created high-quality 3D visualizations to communicate design intent. My contributions supported a variety of residential and mixed-use projects, with a focus on balancing design vision, constructibility, and local regulatory requirements. Projects include
- Commercial complexes
- Residences and apartments
Projects
A responsive clone of Apple.com built using React.
Implemented routing, reusable components, and YouTube Data
API integration
to dynamically fetch and
display videos. Integrated backend APIs with Express and
MySQL to process dynamic product data.
A full-fledged e-commerce application built with React and
Firebase
. Features include user
authentication, shopping cart management
, and
seamless payment integration with Stripe
.
This project showcases dynamic product listing and order
tracking functionalities.
A Q&A platform built with React and Express, featuring
JWT-based authentication
to restrict access
to authorized users. Implements pagination for scalable
question browsing, search functionality to filter
questions by keywords, and full
CRUD
operations allowing users to create,
read, update, and delete questions securely. Backend uses
MySQL with optimized API routes protected by
authentication middleware
.
A Netflix-inspired movie streaming UI built using React
and The Movie Database (TMDB) API. Components dynamically
fetch and display movie posters and handle trailer
previews using the
movie-trailer
and
react-youtube
libraries. Optimized API
handling with a custom Axios instance and reusable
category-based request config.
Skills
Technical
- JavaScript (ES6+)
- HTML, CSS
- Bootstrap, JQuery
- Responsive Design
- React
- Node.js
- Express.js
- JWT
- MySQL/FireStore
- RESTful APIs
- Git/GitHub
Professional
- Effective communication
- Team player
- Strong problem solver
- Team collaboration
- Agile workflows
Education
Certifications
Languages
- Amharic(Native)
- English(C1)
- German (B1)
Interests
- Basketball
- Photography
- cycling
- Travelling