Angelo Thomas
Dar es Salaam,
Summary
I’m a software developer with a solid background in UX/UI design, dedicated to creating intuitive and user-centered digital experiences. I focus on delivering high-performance applications with clean, maintainable code while leveraging modern frameworks to enhance usability and overall product quality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Specialist; UX/UI
NMB Bank
Dar es Salaam
07.2024 - Current
- Designed UX/UI frameworks and strategies to enhance user experience for digital initiatives within bank.
- Research user needs, behaviors, and pain points using Human-Centred Design methodologies.
- Developed and tested prototypes to effectively visualize concepts and gather user feedback.
- Coordinate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure design consistency and technical feasibility.
Software Developer; Fronted
NMB Bank
Dar es Salaam
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Developed NMB Banking Mobile App facilitating efficient banking transactions for users.
- Developed software solutions to enhance banking operations and customer experience.
- Developed Bancassurance App integrating insurance products, providing customers easy access to essential services.
- Developed agribusiness platform connecting farmers, wholesalers, and buyers, streamlining operations in agricultural sector.
Specialist; Technology Governance and Control
NMB Bank
Dar es Salaam
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Identified and assessed ICT issues in software, security, and risk to inform mitigation strategies.
- Evaluated practices and policies to ensure compliance with audit strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Dar Es Salaam
Tanzania10-2021
Skills
- Agile (Scrum) development environments
- JavaScript frameworks
- API integration
- Expert Knowledge in React JS, Flutter, Android Native (Java & Kotlin)
- User experience design
- Problem solving
- User requirements analysis
- Agile software development
- Cross-platform development
- Design thinking
- Design Tools (Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch)
Portfolio
Fintech & Investment Platforms
- Designed and developed the iTrust Investment Platform
(https://investor.itrust.co.tz/login)
→ Built a user-friendly investor portal with a strong focus on usability, performance, and secure financial interactions. - Developed the Punguzo Mini App on M-Pesa
→ Built a mini application within the M-Pesa ecosystem to deliver seamless financial services and user engagement, optimizing for accessibility, performance, and mobile-first user experience
Enterprise Systems
- Developed a Projects Management System for the University of Dar es Salaam
(https://fyp.udsm.ac.tz)
→ Streamlined project tracking and management workflows for students and administrators through an intuitive interface and efficient system design.
E-Commerce & Mobile Applications
- Designed and developed Jenga E-commerce Mobile Applications (Customer & Merchant)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jengaafrica.jenga
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.jenga.merchant
→ Delivered scalable and user-friendly mobile solutions supporting online transactions and merchant operations.
Fintech / Mobility Solutions
- Developed Boda Pesa Mobile Application for boda-boda riders and rural mobile money agents
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bodapesa.app
→ Enabled digital financial services and transactions in underserved areas, focusing on accessibility and ease of use.
Web Development & Institutional Platforms
- Developed and maintained websites for multiple organizations:
- Tanzania Securities Limited — https://www.tanzaniasecurities.co.tz/
- Tanzania Occupational Health and Safety Association — https://www.tohasa.or.tz/
- TRUA — https://trua.co.tz
→ Delivered responsive, accessible, and visually consistent web experiences aligned with organizational goals.
Certification
PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
Accomplishments
Winner - Let's Innovate Together
Hackathon Event to Design a new Mobile Application for NMB Bank PLC held during Innovation Week 2021 in Tanzania.
Hackathon Event to Design a new Mobile Application for NMB Bank PLC held during Innovation Week 2021 in Tanzania.
Education and Training
- Design Thinking by DesignThinkers Academy
- PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
Languages
- English
- Swahili
References
Mr. Amos Stephen
+255 655992330
amosstephm@gmail.com
Head of ICT Unit Shinyanga Water Supply Authority
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Mr. Calvert. Patrobas
+255 765256820
dg@trua.co.tz
Founder & CEO - Top Ranking University Advisors
Timeline
Specialist; UX/UI
NMB Bank
07.2024 - Current
Software Developer; Fronted
NMB Bank
06.2022 - 07.2024
Specialist; Technology Governance and Control
NMB Bank
09.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Dar Es Salaam