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Mathews Musukuma

Software Engineer | Fintech | Master of Science in Computer Science

Lusaka, Lusaka Province

ABOUT

As a Senior Software Engineer Consultant at Lenco, I lead the design and maintenance of secure payment gateway architecture, ensuring PCI DSS compliance. I also develop microservices' payment gateway to optimize response times and handle peak transaction volumes efficiently. Additionally, I implement robust security measures for enhanced data protection and seamless integration of the payment API for merchants. I have a strong background in software development, with a BSc (Hons) in Computing from the University of Greenwich and an ongoing Master of Science in Computer Science from The University of Zambia. I am proficient in Python and Node.js, and I am passionate about creating high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of customers and stakeholders. I enjoy collaborating with distributed teams and conducting code reviews and pair-programming sessions to ensure the best possible outcomes.

SKILLS

JavaScriptPythonNode.js
Server Side JavaScriptSoftware InfrastructureData Mining
DjangoReactReduxNext.jsNestJSTailwind CSSFirebase
FigmaAdobe e-signatureHerokuTeamViewerZoomMicrosoft ExcelGoogle Sheets
FintechPayment Gateway ArchitecturePCI DSS ComplianceMicroservicesAPI IntegrationTechnical Writing

EXPERIENCE

Founder & CTO

2025-09 - Present

Ndoto • Lusaka

Building fintech stuff

Senior Software Engineer

2024-08 - Present

PanaBIOS • Accra, Ghana

Designed and developed fintech software applications for PanaBIOS, supporting customers and collaborating with a distributed team. Conducted code reviews and pair-programming sessions to ensure high-quality software delivery. Translated UI designs into usable components, enhancing user experience and functionality. • Designed and developed fintech software applications for PanaBIOS, supporting customers and collaborating with a distributed team. • Conducted code reviews and pair-programming sessions to ensure high-quality software delivery. • Translated UI designs into usable components, enhancing user experience and functionality.

Full Stack Engineer

2020-10 - 2024-10

PanaBIOS • Accra, Ghana

In my role as a Full Stack Engineer at PanaBIOS, I designed data models, optimized SQL queries, and developed web applications using Django, Node.js, and React. I translated Figma designs into beautiful UI and created reusable React components for efficient state management.

Senior Software Engineer Consultant

2023-01 - 2025-08

Lenco (YC W22) • Nigeria

API integration and customer support engineering. Led the design and maintenance of a secure payment gateway architecture, ensuring PCI DSS compliance. Developed a microservices' payment gateway to optimize response times and handle peak transaction volumes efficiently. Implemented robust security measures for enhanced data protection and seamless integration of the payment API for merchants. • API integration and customer support engineering • Led the design and maintenance of a secure payment gateway architecture, ensuring PCI DSS compliance. • Developed a microservices' payment gateway to optimize response times and handle peak transaction volumes efficiently. • Implemented robust security measures for enhanced data protection and seamless integration of the payment API for merchants.

Technical Writer

2023-05 - 2025-06

Croud • London, England, United Kingdom

Writing technical content on varies topics around programming languages and databases.

Technical Writer freelance (part time)

2020-04 - 2023-06

Hit Subscribe • Cassopolis, Michigan, United States

Crafted technical expert guides on database monitoring and server log troubleshooting for tech companies in the US and Europe. Collaborated with various teams to ensure accurate and detailed technical content delivery. Achieved a 20% increase in reader engagement and positive feedback on technical articles. Developed strong skills in technical writing, research, and communication. • Crafted technical expert guides on database monitoring and server log troubleshooting for tech companies in the US and Europe. • Collaborated with various teams to ensure accurate and detailed technical content delivery. • Achieved a 20% increase in reader engagement and positive feedback on technical articles. • Developed strong skills in technical writing, research, and communication.

Software Developer

2020-12 - 2022-12

Propzi • Canada

Contributed to both internal products and client-facing applications. Propzi Search: Developed a property search and booking platform using NestJS, React.js, Next.js, and Firebase. Canadian Cannabis Clinic: Maintained and enhanced the clinic's website, adding new features and improving user experience.

Frontend Developer

2021-08 - 2021-12

Moneda Invest • Nigeria

Developed a web-based application for Moneda Investment to onboard clients. Translated design screens into a functional web application using React, Redux, and Tailwind CSS. Integrated internal and third-party APIs such as Adobe e-signature. • Developed a web-based application for Moneda Investment to onboard clients. • Translated design screens into a functional web application using React, Redux, and Tailwind CSS. • Integrated internal and third-party APIs such as Adobe e-signature.

Software Engineer (Remote)

2020-05 - 2020-08

Uplift Solar • Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Implemented a mobile money API for bulk disbursements in Africa. Optimized code for processing large files and background tasks. Deployed applications to production on Heroku. • Implemented a mobile money API for bulk disbursements in Africa. • Optimized code for processing large files and background tasks. • Deployed applications to production on Heroku.

Software Engineer

2020-01 - 2020-04

EM13 LLC • Miami, Florida, United States

Developed efficient email delivery and tracking tools for an e-mail marketing platform. Created a JavaScript (CKEditor) plugin for email markers. Built an API for third-party mailer companies to integrate with. Optimized code around mailer engine for EM13 API. • Developed efficient email delivery and tracking tools for an e-mail marketing platform. • Created a JavaScript (CKEditor) plugin for email markers. • Built an API for third-party mailer companies to integrate with. • Optimized code around mailer engine for EM13 API.

Software Engineer Intern

2019-10 - 2019-12

EM13 LLC • Miami Beach, Florida, United States

Software Engineer

2019-01 - 2019-10

ZPOS • Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

Software Engineer Intern

2018-08 - 2018-12

ZPOS • Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

In my role as a Software Engineer Intern at ZPOS, I played a pivotal role in developing a POS mobile app and reporting web app for business owners. I successfully deployed these apps, leading to increased efficiency and revenue. Additionally, I provided top-notch customer care support using TeamViewer and Zoom applications.

Data Entry Clerk

2017-08 - 2018-02

Bank of Zambia • Lusaka Province, Zambia

Entered, updated, and maintained accurate data in spreadsheets, CRMs, and internal databases. Ensured timely and error-free data entry in compliance with company standards. Used Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to organize and validate large data sets. Identified and corrected data discrepancies through cross-referencing and audits. Maintained confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information. Supported team operations by preparing data reports and summaries. Assisted departments by providing clean, accessible data for decision-making. Contributed to process improvements by suggesting more efficient data workflows. • Entered, updated, and maintained accurate data in spreadsheets, CRMs, and internal databases. • Ensured timely and error-free data entry in compliance with company standards. • Used Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to organize and validate large data sets. • Identified and corrected data discrepancies through cross-referencing and audits. • Maintained confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information. • Supported team operations by preparing data reports and summaries. • Assisted departments by providing clean, accessible data for decision-making. • Contributed to process improvements by suggesting more efficient data workflows.

EDUCATION

The University Of Zambia (UNZA)

2025-01 - 2026-12

Master of Science in Computer Science in Computer Software Engineering

University of Greenwich

2023-01 - 2023-12

BSc (Hons) Computing in Computer Science

Evelyn Hone College of applied Arts and Commerce

2015-01 - 2016-12

Associate's Degree in Information Technology

Lubuto High School

2010-01 - 2012-11

High School Diploma