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Ssenyonjo Alvin

@ssenyonjoalvin

Software Developer Intern at Pahappa Limited, developing Java backend services and integrating AI features with Spring AI and RAG.

Uganda

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What I'm looking for

My goal is to continuously grow as a software engineer and contribute to innovative technology solutions both locally and internationally.

At Pahappa Limited, I develop and maintain software applications using Java and Spring Boot, including RESTful APIs and backend services.

I work with MySQL, Hibernate, and JPA, and debug and test software to improve reliability and performance. I also integrate AI capabilities using Spring AI, LLMs, embeddings, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).

At Makerere University Big Data Lab, I supported software development projects and the development and maintenance of the lab's web platform. I’m focused on growing as a software engineer and contributing to innovative technology solutions locally and internationally.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Software Developer Intern

Current

Pahappa Limited

Jun 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Developing and maintaining software applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies. Designing and implementing RESTful APIs and backend services, and integrating AI capabilities using Spring AI and RAG.

Java Spring Boot Hibernate MySQL REST APIs Git GitHub Spring AI RAG

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Makerere University

Bachelor of Science, Software Engineering

2022 -

Activities and societies: Class Representative; Research Assistant at Makerere University Big Data Lab

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering, gaining a strong foundation in software engineering principles and practical experience in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software systems.

Central College Mityana

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education, General Studies

2019 - 2021

Grade: 15 points

Completed Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) with a strong foundation in Mathematics, Economics, and Physics, achieving 15 points with a B in Mathematics, B in Economics, and C in Physics.

Atlas High School Gayaza

Uganda Certificate of Education, General Studies

2015 - 2018

Grade: 27 points (First Grade)

Completed Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a strong foundation in Mathematics, Sciences, and other core subjects, achieving 27 points (First Grade) including a D2 in Mathematics.