Elnatal Debebe
Software Engineer specializing in designing and scaling distributed systems across fintech, healthcare, and SaaS. Focused on microservices architecture, performance optimization, and delivering reliable systems at production scale.
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Kifiya
- Lead architecture and scaling of a loan collection platform handling ~382K loans and ~500K daily transactions
- Improved system performance by ~80% by identifying and resolving critical bottlenecks in transaction and data processing flows
- Designed and implemented asynchronous processing pipelines using Asynq to handle high-volume background workloads such as data ingestion and synchronization
- Architected a pluggable datasource system enabling seamless integration with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and REST-based loan providers, eliminating tight coupling
- Automated loan assignment workflows, reducing manual operations and improving system efficiency
- Re-architected reporting systems to provide real-time KPI tracking and reliable operational insights
- Define system architecture direction and enforce engineering standards, improving reliability and maintainability across the platform
CropConex
- Built a B2B commodity marketplace digitizing the global coffee supply chain from the ground up
- Designed and deployed scalable AWS infrastructure supporting marketplace, inventory, and order management systems
- Developed GraphQL APIs handling complex trading, order lifecycle, and transaction workflows
- Integrated multi-currency payment systems (Stripe, Trustshare, Chapa) enabling cross-border financial operations
- Built a Nuxt.js frontend delivering a responsive and performant user experience
- Implemented core systems including inventory tracking, marketplace operations, and order management
- Integrated AI-driven recommendations to improve product discovery and engagement
- Collaborated across product and engineering teams to align system design with business goals
eHealth IT Services PLC
- Led migration of a monolithic EMR into a microservices architecture across patient, lab, imaging, pharmacy, and finance domains
- Designed inter-service communication using GraphQL and REST, enabling scalable and modular system interactions
- Planned and executed database migration strategies ensuring zero downtime during system transition
- Decomposed tightly coupled systems into domain-driven services, improving scalability and maintainability
- Mentored engineers and enforced clean architecture principles and engineering best practices across the team
Zowi Tech
- Delivered full-stack features across backend APIs and frontend interfaces in a fast-paced environment
- Contributed to system design and architectural decisions for scalable product development
- Improved code quality through refactoring, testing, and adherence to engineering standards
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver features under tight deadlines
Med Innovations
- Built backend services for a subscription-based restaurant and gym management system
- Designed REST APIs and database schemas supporting core operational workflows
- Developed modular and configurable systems to support multiple client environments
- Ensured data integrity across subscriptions, scheduling, and operational processes
- Contributed to debugging, optimization, and system stability in production
EthERNet
- Supported development and maintenance of internal web systems and APIs
- Gained hands-on experience with backend development, version control, and team workflows
- Assisted in debugging and resolving production issues
Projects
Loan Collection Platform
FeaturedHigh-scale loan collection system processing ~500K daily transactions with asynchronous pipelines, real-time tracking, and pluggable integrations across multiple financial data sources.
CropConex
FeaturedB2B commodity marketplace enabling traceable coffee trade with contract workflows, payments, inventory management, and scalable microservices architecture.
OrbitHealth EMR
Microservices-based EMR system replacing a monolith, enabling domain isolation, event-driven workflows, and scalable clinical operations.
Enterprise CRM System
Multi-tenant CRM system with real-time updates, strict data isolation, and end-to-end customer lifecycle management.
Orbital SaaS Platform
Modular SaaS platform for hospitality and fitness businesses with plugin-based architecture and real-time workflows.
Ride-Hailing Platform
Real-time ride-hailing system with live tracking, driver matching, and low-latency event processing.
Deliverology
National reporting system for the Ethiopian Ministry of Education, replacing manual reporting with automated, auditable workflows.
Amtu BI System
Business intelligence platform enabling centralized data aggregation, dashboards, and automated reporting across systems.
Skills & Technologies
Languages
Databases
Architecture
Backend
Frontend
Infrastructure
Education
Addis Ababa University
BSc — Software Engineering
Languages
Other language:
English
Levels: A1–A2 Basic user · B1–B2 Independent user · C1–C2 Proficient user
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Location
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia