Mukopaje Singogo
Lusaka
Summary
Self-taught senior software engineer and technical architect with over 15 years of hands-on experience in designing, building, and operating production digital systems end to end. Demonstrates exceptional ability to learn, adapt, and implement new technologies through practical application rather than formal certification, consistently delivering functional systems within real-world constraints. Specializes in offline-first architectures, backend system design, and complex data workflows tailored for environments with unreliable or intermittent connectivity.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Software Engineer / Technical Architect
Bosso
Lusaka
07.2022 - Current
- Architected and built a full multi-platform digital system spanning backend services, web applications, mobile applications, and integrations.
- Designed backend APIs, data models, authentication flows, and business logic supporting complex transactional workflows.
- Built and integrated AI-driven conversational agents to support intelligent data capture, clarification, and guided user workflows.
- Implemented intelligent parsing and decision logic for domain-specific inputs requiring validation and interpretation.
- Developed frontend applications using React and Next.js, ensuring responsive and performant user experiences.
- Built cross-platform mobile applications using Flutter for field and on-the-go usage.
- Led architectural decisions around scalability, data integrity, and system resilience.
- Managed deployments, environment configuration, and production troubleshooting.
Co-Founder / Lead Engineer
ZPOS
Lusaka
09.2016 - Current
- Designed and implemented an offline-first inventory and business management system for environments with unreliable connectivity.
- Built local storage layers using SQLite and designed synchronisation mechanisms to reconcile field data with central PostgreSQL databases.
- Developed backend services and APIs supporting stock management, transactions, reporting, and user records.
- Ensured full system functionality while offline, with background synchronisation when connectivity is restored.
- Iteratively evolved the system based on operational feedback, improving reliability, performance, and data integrity.
IT Manager / Lead Systems Developer
Digital Systems
Lusaka
08.2012 - 09.2016
- Led development of logistics and transport management systems handling operational records and regulatory documentation.
- Designed backend systems supporting complex workflows and reporting requirements.
- Implemented data protection and disaster recovery strategies across business systems.
- Delivered user training and technical documentation to support adoption.
Education
Project Management -
Google Project Management Certificate (Coursera)
Coursera (Online)03-2026
Mobile & Hybrid Application Development -
Digital Systems
Lusaka, Zambia01.2016
Web Development -
Digital Systems
Lusaka, Zambia01.2014
International Diploma - Computer Hardware & Networking
New Horizons
Lusaka, Zambia01.2012
Skills
- Offline-First & Low-Connectivity Systems
- Backend Architecture & System Design
- Data Modelling & Record Integrity
- Full-Stack System Delivery
- AI-Enabled Workflows
- Technical Problem Solving & Learning by Doing
- Agile Execution & Hands-On Technical Leadership
- Offline-First & Synchronisation
- Backend & APIs
- Frontend (Web)
- Mobile
- Databases & Data Management
- AI & Intelligent Systems
Websites
Personal Information
Title: Senior Software Engineer | Technical Architect | Offline-First Digital Systems
References
Available upon request
Education And Professional Development
- International Diploma in Computer Hardware & Networking (IDCHN), New Horizons, 01/01/11, 12/01/12
- Web Development, Digital Systems, 01/01/12, 12/01/14
- Mobile & Hybrid Application Development, Digital Systems, 01/01/15, 12/01/16
- Project Management, Google Project Management Certificate (Coursera), In Progress
Selected Technical Skills
- Offline-first application architecture (SQLite, background synchronisation, conflict handling)
- Backend development and APIs (Python, Node.js, NestJS)
- RESTful API design, authentication, and role-based access control
- Web application development (React, Next.js, TypeScript, JavaScript)
- Mobile application development (Flutter)
- Central and edge databases (PostgreSQL, SQLite)
- Data modelling for records management and auditability
- AI-enabled workflows and conversational agents
- System architecture, decomposition, and MVP-to-scale design
- Agile engineering practices, version control, and production support
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer / Technical Architect
Bosso
07.2022 - Current
Co-Founder / Lead Engineer
ZPOS
09.2016 - Current
IT Manager / Lead Systems Developer
Digital Systems
08.2012 - 09.2016
Project Management -
Google Project Management Certificate (Coursera)
Mobile & Hybrid Application Development -
Digital Systems
Web Development -
Digital Systems
International Diploma - Computer Hardware & Networking
New Horizons