Shingai S.

Shingai S.

Harare, Zimbabwe
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About Me

Shingai is a Python Engineer with a combination of Machine Learning, Data Science, Data Engineering, and web development know-how. He designs and develops new functionalities and features on solutions using modern APIs and frameworks. Working with the latest best practices and ensuring that they meet project requirements, Shingai delivers high-quality solutions that are scalable, reliable, and fast.

AI, ML & LLM

Machine Learning

Frontend

JavaScript

Backend

API Integration Flask

Database

MongoDB PostgreSQL

Other

Python Full Stack Development NLP dlib OpenCV Chatbot build and Integration Twilio Data Science

Work history

UpStack
UpStack
Python Developer
2021 - Present (4 years)
Remote

  • Creating and developing innovative software solutions for clients across a broad range of industries.

  • Participating in scrums consisting of cross-functional teams, both software and hardware.

  • Ensuring that features are being delivered efficiently and on time.

PythonMongoDBPostgreSQLData ScienceAPI IntegrationChatbot build and IntegrationNLPOpenCVdlibJavaScript
CBZ Holdings Limited
CBZ Holdings Limited
Machine Learning & Data Engineer
2020 - Present (5 years)
Harare, Zimbabwe

  • Designing and developing analytic dashboards and visualizations.

  • Leading processes to develop a GIS system with features for satellite tracking for over 30K houses.

  • Building an intermediary ETL server to handle data transfer between back-end servers and cloud service solutions for the bank.

PythonFlaskMongoDBGeoJSONVanillaTHREE.JSFull Stack DevelopmentJavaScriptAPI IntegrationMachine LearningNLPdlibOpenCVPostgreSQL
Deep Analytics
Deep Analytics
Data Science Consultant
2019 - 2020 (1 year)
Harare, Zimbabwe

  • Led the Econet team to design, deploy, and manage chatbots for various social media platforms.

  • Managed Data Science tasks and projects and worked on data gathering and dashboard design.

  • Developed and conducted tutorials for API services using Flask.

PythonFlaskData ScienceChatbot Dashboard DesignSocial MediaAPIs
Chartered Systems Integration
Chartered Systems Integration
Software Engineer
2017 - 2019 (2 years)
Harare, Zimbabwe

  • Built an API to handle tax payments with the ZOP system and delivered optimizations to ensure system stability.

  • Designed and developed the client dashboard on the FourFaces management system, implementing the admin dashboard for users.

  • Designed and developed a web app to help anesthetists store information during surgery.

PythonHTMLCSSFull Stack DevelopmentJavaScriptAPI IntegrationMongoDB

Showcase

Back-end Engineer - Funkin Crew (Friday Night Funkin)
Back-end Engineer - Funkin Crew (Friday Night Funkin)

  • Funkin Crew is known for the hit game Friday Night Funkin, which raised over $2 million on Kickstarter and has millions of hours of playtime and YouTube views.

  • The role included complete end-to-end development of the Kickstarter management system that manages close to 60,000 supporters.

  • Assisted in developing some in-game online services for Friday Night Funkin.

Machine Learning Engineer - ZIMRA Online Payments (ZOP) Front Office System
Machine Learning Engineer - ZIMRA Online Payments (ZOP) Front Office System

  • Implemented an API solution to integrate the ZIMRA (Zimbabwe Revenue Authority) tax API and Finacle Banking System with the front-office desktop system.

  • Optimized loading and access times to ensure system stability with heavy traffic.

  • Developed new solutions to enhance the front-office desktop system.

Machine Learning Engineer - CBZ Mortgage GIS Platform (Phase 1)
Machine Learning Engineer - CBZ Mortgage GIS Platform (Phase 1)

  • Led the development of a geolocation-based property booking and management platform for CBZ Bank.

  • Implemented GeoJSON-based mapping solutions for property visualization and progress monitoring using satellite and drone imagery.

  • Designed a platform allowing property buyers to access satellite imagery and a 360-degree view of properties.

Python Developer - WTFramework
Python Developer - WTFramework

  • Developed an integration framework for a chatbot model using Flask and Requests to deploy it on WhatsApp, Telegram, and Facebook.

  • Implemented a dashboard with Data Science libraries for analyzing message traffic and real-time streaming using WebSockets.

  • Incorporated data monitoring and error tracking features to manage potential issues.

Education

BASc Computer Software Engineering
BASc Computer Software Engineering
Zimbabwe Open University
2019 - 2020 (1 year)
BSc Computer Science
BSc Computer Science
University of Zimbabwe
2015 - 2019 (4 years)