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Shani Gotlib

@shanigotlib

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Backend developer specializing in scalable microservices, clean architecture, and real-time systems.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek backend roles focused on scalable microservices, clean architecture, cross-team collaboration, and opportunities to grow in distributed systems and CI/CD.

I am a motivated backend developer experienced in building scalable microservices with NestJS, .NET, Kafka, and PostgreSQL. I thrive in multi-team Agile environments and focus on delivering robust, well-tested features integrated into existing codebases.

My recent work includes implementing Read Model microservices, custom Kafka consumers, and a real-time NestJS service, deploying full stacks with Docker Compose and achieving 70%+ test coverage. I apply clean architecture and design patterns to maintain modular, maintainable systems.

I also have hands-on experience in fullstack projects — from real-time chess engine enhancements in Python to a React/Node.js competition platform — and I actively contribute to CI-ready workflows and cross-team collaboration.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Backend Developer

KamaTech & Kaltura Bootcamp

Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)

Contributed backend features to a production-grade multi-team system, implementing a Read Model microservice with .NET/Entity Framework and a real-time NestJS service; integrated Kafka consumers and achieved 70%+ test coverage to improve query performance and system stability.

C++.NET NestJS Kafka PostgreSQL Entity Framework Docker CQRS Microservices

Fullstack Developer

Competition Platform Project

Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)

Built a fullstack competition platform with a secure REST API and responsive React UI, implemented real-time chat, cloud media storage, and AI-driven quizzes to enhance user engagement.

React TypeScript Socket.IO Cloudinary REST APIs

Backend Developer

Real-Time Chess Project

Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)

Extended and refactored a real-time modular chess engine using design patterns to improve maintainability and used OpenCV and NumPy for dynamic board rendering and game logic.

Python OpenCV NumPy Design Patterns Real Time Systems

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KamaTech

Software Engineering Diploma, Software Engineering

2023 - 2025

Completed a Software Engineering diploma covering operating systems, algorithms, data structures, and graph theory with practical backend development focus.