Software Engineer · Harare, Zimbabwe

Mugove
Chemist
Mudavanhu

Full-stack software engineer with 6+ years building scalable web applications, payment platforms, and enterprise systems across Zimbabwe and beyond.

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Mugove Chemist Mudavanhu
Full Stack Developer & Software Engineer
Open to opportunities
Location Rugare, Harare, Zimbabwe
Email mugovechemistmudavanhu@gmail.com
Phone +263 786 378 538
LinkedIn Mugove Chemist Mudavanhu
GitHub github.com/chemmuda
Core Strengths

What I do best

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Software Development
PHP and JavaScript expertise — building robust, maintainable applications from ground up.
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API Architecture
REST API creation with Node.js, Laravel, and CodeIgniter. Payment integrations included.
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Database Administration
MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL — design, optimisation, and administration on Linux/MS servers.
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Web & SEO
Full web design with search engine optimisation strategies for visibility and performance.
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Server Management
MS and Linux server configuration, maintenance, and database management.
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Networking
Routing, wireless access point configuration, and enterprise network troubleshooting.
Career

Experience

01
AngwaPay
Part-time Software Engineer
Feb 2025 – Present
  • Developed a robust payment platform tailored for mobile money in Zimbabwe.
  • Enabled seamless, secure, and real-time transactions across major providers.
  • Integrated third-party services and APIs as required.
02
Points Africa
Remote Full Stack Developer
Oct 2025 – Present
  • Develop and maintain modern web applications using React and TypeScript.
  • Build backend APIs and services using Node.js / Express.
  • Integrate third-party services and APIs as required.
  • Ensure data integrity, security, and performance across the full stack.
  • Participate in architectural planning and technical design discussions.
  • Collaborate with designers and QA to deliver high-quality features.
03
Mugonat Systems
Software Developer
Oct 2024 – Dec 2025
  • Designed, developed and maintained scalable applications and custom-built technology solutions.
  • Identified legacy system capabilities and created prototype applications for cloud environments.
  • Collaborated with technology peers through design, development, and support phases.
  • Performed maintenance and integration activities for existing software applications.
  • Applied strong analytical skills to identify root causes of technical issues.
04
@MyPlayc
Software Engineer & Database Administrator
May 2024 – Sep 2024
  • Created reusable component architecture and software code across the enterprise.
  • Conducted full life-cycle software development across multiple environments.
  • Worked with Agile teams interpreting epics, acceptance criteria and user stories within sprints.
  • Conducted root cause analysis and complex performance tuning.
  • Translated business requirements and functional design specifications into technical solutions.
05
Contitouch Technologies
Software Developer
Sep 2021 – May 2024
  • Tested automated computer system suites to ensure product quality and user experience.
  • Modified and enhanced existing applications according to client specifications.
  • Followed and prepared detailed specifications to model, configure and implement programs.
  • Identified, researched, and reported new technologies before implementation.
  • Created reusable component architecture across the enterprise.
06
Top Guard Holdings
Systems Support
May 2021 – Aug 2021
  • Resolved 50+ service tickets and troubleshooting requests daily.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and users to build and maintain relationships.
  • Diagnosed issues, provided remote and onsite assistance, and application training.
07
Zimbabwe Building Materials & Suppliers
Web Developer
Jan 2021 – Apr 2021
  • Directed 5 Junior Developers through full life-cycle web development projects.
  • Reduced website migration time by 80% with custom WordPress/PHP-Fusion templates.
  • Developed a product recommendation engine that increased average user time-on-page by 5 minutes.
  • Accelerated time to testing by 20% by improving client creative involvement processes.
08
Midlands Construction
Systems Analyst
Mar 2019 – Dec 2020
  • Provided highest-level technical expertise in analysis, installation, configuration, and maintenance of enterprise technology architecture.
  • Developed scalable business and technical solutions including requirements, dataflow diagrams, and solution design.
  • Provided technical consultation on SOAP, Web Services, XML, and data integration.
  • Designed the first cloud-based scalable systems deployed across all city departments.
Stack

Technical Skills

Node.js
TypeScript
PHP Laravel
JavaScript
REST APIs
React
MySQL
PostgreSQL
SQL
jQuery
PHP CodeIgniter
PHP PDO
WordPress
Linux Admin
DB Administration
SEO
Let's talk

Get in Touch

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Email
mugovechemistmudavanhu@gmail.com
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Phone
+263 786 378 538
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Alternate
+263 713 223 810
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GitHub
github.com/chemmuda
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Location
BC26 Chinamhora Street, Rugare, Harare
Available for work
I'm open to full-time roles, remote contracts, and exciting freelance projects. Drop me a message and let's build something great.
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