mutalechilando
Mutale Chilando
Lusaka, Zambia

Software Developer | Data Enthusiast | Problem-Solver Passionate about building scalable, efficient solutions, I specialize in backend development with Django, data automation, and Android apps. With experience in health information systems (FHIR, DHIS2, SmartCare), I bridge technology and real-world impact. I thrive on solving complex challenges with clean, maintainable code that drives innovation. Let’s build something amazing!

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Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia
Jul 2021 - Feb 2025 (3 years 7 months)
Lusaka, Zambia
Data Manager
• Developed and maintained DHIS2 tracker and event programs for HIV-HLA, contributing to better data quality and patient outcomes.
• Designed and implemented a Data Analytics Platform in Power BI for quality improvement and performance monitoring across various health information systems.
• Integrated multiple health systems through API endpoints, streamlining the reporting of key health indicators like MER, HIA1, and HIA2.
• Led the development of image recognition and ML app to digitize hand-written health records, improving data accessibility and accuracy in electronic health systems.
• Improving system quality by identifying issues and common patterns, and developing standard operating procedures
• Enhancing applications by identifying opportunities for improvement, making recommendations and designing and implementing systems
• Maintaining and improving existing codebases and peer review code changes
• Investigating and using new technologies where relevant
• Translating clinical guidelines into source code for the TASKPEN project. Developed NCD module in SmartCare and SmartCare plus
• Integrating multiple systems through API endpoints and generating monthly reports
• Developed and maintain the VMMC control Centre Django application and VMMC android client application
python java kotlin Django android kubernetes docker postgresql npm room sql server sqlalchemy
Broadreach Consulting
Dec 2017 - Jul 2021 (3 years 7 months)
lusaka, lusaka
senior software engineer
• Acted as systems architect from January to June 2021.
• Worked with project managers, developers, quality assurance and customers to resolve technical issues.
• Managed a team of nine software developers in delivering a number of project related software applications.
• Investigated new and emerging software applications within EHR systems to design, select, implement, and use administrative information systems effectively.
• Interfaced with cross-functional team of business analysts, developers, and technical support professionals to determine comprehensive list of requirement specifications for new applications.
• Worked closely with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
• Orchestrated efficient large-scale software deployments, including testing features, and correcting code.
• Tested troubleshooting methods devised innovative solutions, and documented resolutions for inclusion in knowledge base for support team use.
• Wrote highly maintainable, solid code in Kotlin, C# and React.js for SmartCare+ system that forms the core framework and doing code reviews for two technology stacks.
• Walked clients and internal staff through troubleshooting steps to resolve common software issues.
• Worked with customers for needs analysis, proposal development and vendor costs to produce competitive estimates.
• Communicated technical development stages and providing design support to business team and other stakeholders encouraging participation for on-time execution.
• Allocated tasks to developers and testers and ensured that tasks were completed according to the Project Management Plan.
ReactJS c# java python html bootstrap jquery ajax phpmyadmin kotlin
Jembi Health Systems NPC
Feb 2017 - Nov 2017 (9 months)
Capetown, South Africa
mid-level developer
• Developed new product features for the new SmartCare application and other supporting systems within an agile environment.
• Developed application that allows file exchange (download and upload) between systems written in different languages.
• Wrote endpoints and documented them using Swagger API. These endpoints are still using for data sharing across three different platforms which run on different technology stacks.
• Was part of team that created Proof of Concept for the re-engineered SmartCare Platform that runs on latest technology stack (ReactJs and Kotlin using Jetbrains IDEs i.e. IntelliJ IDEA, WebStorm and DataGrip).
• Worked on data migration logic from an old system into new system using complex SQL queries and automated this logic to an executable application.
• With a colleague from Strategic information team, have carried out Data Quality Management and Improvement trainings and workshops in Lusaka, Eastern, Western and Southern Provinces of Zambia. These trainings target Data Associates and Other Clinical staff that use SmartCare Systems.
• Was part of team that implemented DHIS2 integration in SmartCare that automates population of HIA2 data into DHIS2 from facilities.
• Wrote appropriate unit, UI, performance, and integration tests.
• Delivered high quality code that was and is still maintainable and readable and adheres to coding standards.
• Designed, coded, tested, and debugged complex business software in Kotlin, C#, Java, ReactJS and other technologies used within the development team.
• Worked extensively with members of our dedicated and innovative development team, using strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to push the boundaries and create new solutions.
• Utilized creativity and continuous improvement attitude and skill set to contribute independent thought and action to the team and company, building, growing, and enhancing value and accountability.
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VMMC Nexus
Jun 2023 - Dec 2024
Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia
VMMC Nexus is a community-based Android application utilized by mobilizers to enroll clients for Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) appointments.
This application enables tracking of clients from registration in the community through the procedure to post-operative care until full recovery. Mobilizers input client data through the Android app, which is then centralized in a Django application running on a Linux server, functioning as a control center. This integration streamlines the VMMC process, ensuring efficient management and comprehensive care delivery to clients.
Django java room javascript css rest api html jquery webpack
Tipunditsane community foundation
Jan 2017 - Mar 2017
tipunditsane community center
A website for a community center developed in html, css, javascript
html javascript css webpack webserver webview xml
Mount Netsai School Management System
Jan 2019 - Mar 2019
Freelance C# Developer
A school management system for a private school in Lusaka, Zambia
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This section lets you add any degrees or diplomas you have earned.
University of Lusaka
master of business administration,masters
Jan 2019 - Oct 2022
University of Zambia
bachelors
Jun 2009 - Dec 2013
Activities and Societies: University of Zambia Computer Society UNZA Soccer
St. Andrews High School
High School
Jan 2003 - Dec 2007
– Finalist in Senior High School Public Speaking Competition. Gained confidence and learned to engage audiences with my creative speeches
Activities and Societies: Debate Team
University of Zambia
St. Andrews High School - Ndola
Bachelor of Computer Science Degree
Jun 2009

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