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Nicas Lolela

Full-Stack Developer  |  Software Architect  |  Technology Entrepreneur

nicaslolela@horizoney.com
+255 621 929 845
nicaslolela.com
github.com/Niloz2
linkedin.com/in/nicas-lolela-15b024262
Tanzania · Open to Remote
Professional Summary

Full-stack software developer and software architect with experience designing and building production systems — from backend microservices and REST APIs to frontend interfaces and mobile applications. Primary backend stack is Java and Spring Boot, with React.js for frontend and Flutter for mobile. Works with distributed systems, multiple database technologies, and manages Linux production server infrastructure. Currently working at Tanzania Assemblies of God HQ and building Horizoney — a SaaS and marketplace platform for local businesses.

Professional Experience
Full-Stack Software Developer & Server Administrator
2025 – Present
Tanzania Assemblies of God (TAG) HQ
  • Designing and developing enterprise internal systems for church administration, member registration, and organizational digital processes
  • Backend API development with Java and Spring Boot; frontend with React.js
  • Database architecture, system integration across services, and production server management
  • Infrastructure: Linux VPS, Nginx, SSL/TLS, security hardening
Freelance Developer
2024 – 2025
Various Clients
  • Built custom web applications and mobile solutions for clients across industries
  • Managed full project lifecycle: requirements, architecture, development, delivery
  • Projects included business management systems and client-facing web platforms
Full-Stack Developer
2023 – 2024
EMIC-SOFT LTD.
  • Developed and maintained client projects using PHP Laravel and React.js
  • Built backend APIs and frontend interfaces for business software clients
  • Collaborated in cross-functional teams on software delivery
Selected Projects
Horizoney — SaaS & Marketplace Platform  horizoney.com In Development · Founder
Platform for local businesses to create digital shops and sell through a marketplace. Features escrow-based payments, logistics matching, and SaaS subscription plans.
Java · Spring Boot · Microservices · React.js · MySQL · MongoDB · MinIO · REST APIs
TAG Systems — Church Administration Production
Enterprise systems for church administration, member registration, meetings, and digital transformation of organizational processes at TAG HQ.
Java · Spring Boot · PHP / Laravel · React.js · MySQL · REST APIs
Technical Skills
Backend
Java, Spring Boot, PHP, Laravel, Yii2
Frontend
React.js, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Tailwind
Mobile
Flutter, Dart
Databases
MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, ClickHouse
Storage & Cloud
MinIO, AWS S3, AWS
APIs
REST APIs, gRPC
Architecture
Microservices, Event-Driven, Distributed Systems
Infrastructure
Linux VPS, Nginx, Docker, CI/CD, Git
Security
SSL/TLS, WireGuard VPN, Fail2ban, SSH
Version Control
Git, GitHub
Founder Experience
Horizoney Technologies 2024 – Present
Founding and building a SaaS and marketplace platform for local businesses. Responsible for product design, system architecture, and full-stack development.
Education

Business Information Systems

Bachelor of Science — studies pursued

Transitioned into professional software engineering before completing the degree.

2022 – 2025
Core Capabilities
Backend & API development · System architecture · Frontend development · Mobile (Flutter) · Microservices design · Event-driven architecture · Database design · System integration · Linux server management · Server security · Production deployments · Startup product development