Building robust,
production-grade
Python systems.
Senior Python Software Engineer delivering production-grade backend systems. Specializing in scalable Django architectures, applied AI integration, and infrastructure that supports real user growth and revenue.
Technical Strengths
Core capabilities focused on delivering production-ready, scalable software.
Backend Engineering
Building resilient Python/Django systems with clean RESTful APIs, asynchronous task queues (Celery), and robust security practices (OAuth, RLS).
AI & Data Solutions
Integrating LLMs and ML models into production workflows. Experience with RAG pipelines, data analysis automation, and vectorized search.
Infrastructure & Delivery
End-to-end deployment ownership using Docker, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions), and AWS cloud services. Focus on monitoring and reliability.
Selected Case Studies
Deep dives into complex systems I've architected and delivered.
Caregraphy
Multi-tenant care management system for compliant case recording.
The Challenge
Care organizations needed a secure, GDPR-compliant system to manage sensitive data for young people, requiring strict multi-tenancy and audit trails.
Technical Approach
Architected a Django backend with strict Row-Level Security (RLS) for data isolation. Integrated AI-driven sentiment analysis for risk detection and deployed on AWS with Docker for scalability.
Impact
Successfully commercialized with over £30k in revenue. Adopted by multiple organizations to ensure regulatory compliance and improve care outcomes.
UKNavigator
Comprehensive digital directory and navigation platform for UK services.
The Challenge
Aggregating and categorizing vast amounts of service data into a user-friendly, searchable interface with minimal latency.
Technical Approach
Implemented efficient search indexing using Elasticsearch integration with Django. Designed a responsive frontend for seamless accessible navigation across devices.
Impact
Streamlined access to essential UK services, improving user discovery and engagement rates.
Kurira
Fintech VoIP and remittance platform for the Zimbabwean diaspora.
The Challenge
Users needed a reliable, low-latency way to make international calls and purchase essential utilities (electricity/airtime) for family abroad.
Technical Approach
Built a high-performance VoIP integration and a secure payment gateway. Implemented transactional integrity patterns to ensure reliable credit dispatch and top-up mechanisms.
Impact
Stabilized critical remittance flows for thousands of users. Enabled seamless cross-border utility payments, keeping families connected.
Zimuntu
Community-focused digital platform fostering connection and resource sharing.
The Challenge
Building a scalable community platform that handles dynamic content, user interactions, and real-time updates efficiently.
Technical Approach
Leveraged Django Channels for real-time features and a modular architecture to support growing community modules. Optimized database queries for feed generation.
Impact
Created a robust digital space for community engagement, supporting consistent user growth and interaction.
Competitive Engineering
Pushing boundaries with AI and emerging technologies. Participated in multiple hackathons under LabLab.ai.
Maxima Hub
A platform that evaluates business ideas using AI, assessing feasibility, market demand, risks, human capital, timelines, and required investment.
Lincoln
A tool that simplifies global visa research using intelligent search and summarisation of official government sources.
Remote Care
An AI-assisted note-analysis system for identifying mental health and safety concerns among elderly patients in Hawaii.
Why I Lead Technical Teams.
I don't just write code; I own the lifecycle. From architectures that scale to deployment monitoring that ensures reliability, I build systems for the real world.
My strength lies in translating complex domain requirements from stakeholders into clean, maintainable software architectures that drive revenue and user satisfaction.
Innovation
Pioneering AI integration in niche care sectors to solve real regulatory challenges.
Mentorship
Leading code reviews and establishing clean architecture standards for agile teams.
System Design
Trusted with blank-canvas architectural decisions for revenue-generating products.
Get In Touch
I'm currently looking for new opportunities. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, I'll try my best to get back to you!
simbanyagweta@gmail.com