Hello, I'm

Estifanos Lulseged

AI-Focused Software Engineer & Backend, Platform, and Systems Builder

I build production-grade systems across AI, backend services, automation, and enterprise infrastructure, taking solutions from architecture through deployment with a focus on scalability, security, and reliability.

Backend & APIs AI Engineering Cloud & Infrastructure Security & Reliability
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About

AI-focused software engineer based in Addis Ababa with experience building and operationalizing production-grade systems across AI, infrastructure, automation, and enterprise platforms.

My background spans backend services, REST APIs, CI/CD, cloud deployment, containerization, and systems reliability, with hands-on ownership from architecture decisions to deployment and operational support.

I use AI-assisted engineering workflows pragmatically: accelerate delivery, review generated code critically, and improve system quality, scalability, and security.

Programming

Python, C#, Bash, PowerShell, SQL, and practical automation for production environments.

AI Engineering

NLP, RAG, time-series forecasting, fraud detection, and credit risk modeling.

Backend & APIs

RESTful APIs, automation pipelines, data workflows, and service integration.

Cloud & Platforms

Azure, AWS, GCP, Nutanix, VMware, and Windows/Linux administration.

Security & Reliability

Authentication concepts, monitoring, backup strategy, infrastructure hardening, and production readiness.

CI/CD & Delivery

GitLab CI/CD, release automation, code review, agile execution, and cross-functional delivery.

Experience

Jul 2025 – Present

Manager, Network & Security Engineering

IPCom Technologies

  • Lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable enterprise infrastructure aligned with business and operational requirements.
  • Guide engineering execution across deployment, incident response, vendor coordination, and platform reliability.
  • Contribute architecture-level thinking around security, resilience, and maintainability in multi-system environments.
May 2025 – Aug 2025

AI Engineer Intern (AI Mastery Program)

10 Academy

  • Built and deployed AI/ML solutions for forecasting, fraud detection, credit risk modeling, and RAG-based complaint analysis.
  • Developed end-to-end pipelines spanning data ingestion, feature engineering, training, evaluation, and API deployment.
  • Worked in AI-assisted engineering workflows to rapidly prototype, refine, and productionize code without sacrificing quality.
Jul 2024 – Jul 2025

System Engineer

IPCom Technologies

  • Designed and deployed hyper-converged and enterprise infrastructure using Nutanix, VMware, Huawei, Dell, and IBM solutions.
  • Automated routine administration and operational tasks using Python and PowerShell.
  • Supported backup, monitoring, and recovery-oriented operations with a strong focus on uptime and secure service delivery.
Mar 2022 – Jun 2024

System Administrator

BGI Ethiopia

  • Managed 100+ Windows/Linux servers and 1000+ endpoints in a large enterprise environment.
  • Implemented virtualization, clustering, and automated backup and monitoring processes to improve uptime.
  • Built practical depth in infrastructure operations, system recovery, and production support for business-critical platforms.
Aug 2021 – Present

Freelance Software Engineer

Self-Employed

  • Designed, developed, and deployed robust backend services in Python and .NET for scalable real-world applications.
  • Converted product and business requirements into clear technical designs and structured business logic.
  • Performed debugging, root cause analysis, and reusable engineering improvements to raise system stability and reduce technical debt.
Jan 2022 – Mar 2022

Intern - Business Automation and Intelligence Engineer

IE Network Solutions

  • Supported enterprise software customization and integration across Oracle, Microsoft, IBM, and SAP environments.
  • Assisted with deployment, testing, and quality assurance activities to meet client requirements.

Selected Projects

Credit Risk Modeling Pipeline
Risk Modeling

Credit Risk Modeling Pipeline

End-to-end pipeline from historical loan data through model training and API deployment, enabling repeatable credit assessment delivery.

Customer Feedback RAG Chatbot
RAG / NLP

Customer Feedback RAG Chatbot

Retrieval-augmented complaint analysis workflow that extracts insights from financial feedback and reduces manual review effort.

Fraud Detection System
Fraud Analytics

Fraud Detection System

Machine learning pipeline for real-time banking and e-commerce transaction analysis to improve fraud identification.

Financial Forecasting Platform
Time-Series Forecasting

Financial Forecasting Platform

Multivariate LSTM-based forecasting workflow supporting portfolio decision-making with production-oriented modeling practices.

Education & Certifications

Education

BSc in Computer Engineering

Bahir Dar University

2016 - 2021
Education

BA in Business Administration and Management

Admas University

2018 - 2021
Certifications

Infrastructure, Cloud, and Application Delivery

  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator
  • Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Automation 6
  • Nutanix Certified Professional - Multicloud Infrastructure 5
  • Nutanix Certified Professional - Cloud Integration - Azure
  • Studio Creatio - Software Developer (Advanced)

Let's Connect

Open to backend, AI, platform, and infrastructure engineering opportunities, consulting engagements, and technical collaborations.

estifanos.lul@gmail.com +251 911 454679 www.estiflab.et github.com/estif-lul LinkedIn
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia