HAPPY PETER LAKUDZALA

Software Developer | Business Intelligence & Data Analyst
Blantyre, Malawi.

About

Highly skilled Software Developer and Business Intelligence Analyst with a proven track record of transforming complex data into actionable insights and robust software solutions. Expert in automating ETL pipelines, developing interactive dashboards, and optimizing frontend performance to drive operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. Seeking to leverage comprehensive technical and analytical expertise to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate organizational growth.

Work

Valuations Africa Limited
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Frontend Development Lead

Blantyre, Southern Region, Malawi

Remote

Summary

Develops and optimizes responsive user interfaces, implements state management, and integrates RESTful APIs for Valuations Africa Limited and iMORRCS Africa, enhancing user experience and system functionality.

Highlights

Developed responsive and accessible user interfaces utilizing React, Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS, ensuring optimal user experience across platforms.

Implemented robust state management solutions and seamlessly integrated with RESTful APIs, enhancing application functionality and data flow.

Optimized frontend performance, leading to improved load times and enhanced overall application responsiveness.

Collaborated effectively with UX designers and backend teams within Scrum workflows to deliver cohesive and high-quality software solutions.

Telekom Networks Malawi Plc.
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Business Intelligence & Data Analyst

Blantyre, Southern Region, Malawi

Permanent

Summary

Administers BI platforms, integrating data insights with software solutions to enhance strategic decision-making and operational efficiency for Telekom Networks Malawi Plc.

Highlights

Automated ETL pipelines using Python, PHP, and Airflow, significantly reducing report generation time by 40%.

Developed and deployed custom Qlik Sense dashboards for cross-functional teams (Marketing, Sales & Distribution, Billing), enhancing data accessibility and strategic insights.

Provided critical data extraction and reporting support to diverse stakeholders, including internal/external auditors, marketing, distribution, and Mpamba teams, ensuring compliance and informed decision-making.

Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences
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Associate Lecturer (Weekend Classes)

Blantyre, Southern Region, Malawi

Part-time

Summary

Delivers engaging IT Support lectures and practical sessions, contributing to curriculum development and student success at Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences.

Highlights

Delivered engaging lectures and practical sessions to foster student understanding of IT Support, enhancing learning outcomes and practical application.

Contributed to curriculum development, student assessments, mentoring, and evaluations, directly impacting academic standards and student progression.

Vortnet Digital
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Web Developer and IT & Services Consultant

United Kingdom

Remote

Summary

Provided comprehensive web development and IT consulting services, including custom website creation and system enhancements, for Vortnet Digital.

Highlights

Built and customized WordPress websites using PHP and JavaScript, delivering tailored digital solutions to meet client specifications.

Implemented critical IT solutions, including software/system upgrades, backups, and security enhancements, resulting in streamlined operations and enhanced data integrity.

Collaborated closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and integrate tailored IT services, ensuring solutions aligned with business objectives.

Data with Intelligence Lab - MUBAS
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Web Developer

Blantyre, Southern Region, Malawi

Contract

Summary

Contributed to system development and design, ensuring robust and scalable solutions through technical specification refinement and collaborative code review for Data with Intelligence Lab.

Highlights

Gathered and refined technical specifications, informing system development and design of effective data/process models.

Developed and reviewed source code collaboratively, ensuring robust, scalable, and high-quality software solutions.

Education

University of Malawi, the Polytechnic
Blantyre, Southern Region, Malawi

BSc.

Information Technology

Grade: Distinction

Robert Blake Secondary School

Malawi School Certificate of Education

Skills

Data Engineering & Analytics

SQL (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Gauss), NoSQL (MongoDB), Airflow, Kafka, Qlik Sense, Python (Pandas, NumPy, Seaborn, Matplotlib).

Frontend Development

React, Typescript, JavaScript (ES6+), Tailwind CSS, Redux.

Backend & DevOps

Node.js, Python (FastAPI), PHP/Laravel, RESTful APIs, Docker.

Infrastructure

Linux (Ubuntu/CentOS), Bash, Cloud Platforms (Firebase, AWS, Digital Ocean), System Security.

Productivity Software

Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Draw.io.

Professional Skills

Effective Communication, Collaboration, Creative Thinking, Adaptation to Changes, Time Management, Attention to Detail.

References

J. Mandiza

Telekom Networks Malawi Plc., P.O. Box 3039, Blantyre, james.mandiza@tnm.co.mw, +265 888 94 20 07

U. Leonard

Data with Intelligence Lab, MUBAS Innovation Hub, Private Bag 303, Chichiri, Blantyre, ujnleonard@gmail.com +265 881 11 85 63

M. Msendema

Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences, Private Bag 303, Chichiri, Blantyre, mmsendema@mubas.ac.mw, +265 999 89 92 20

C. Jumbe

Valuations Africa Limited, 4th Floor, Development House, Blantyre, comfort.jumbe@valuationsafrica.mw, +1 (574) 999 6360