A developer, from Tanzania, for a global audience.
I grew up between the buzz of Dar es Salaam and the quiet vastness of the Tanzanian bush. That contrast shapes how I build — precise, calm systems that still leave room for wonder.
Today I lead engineering for Beyond the World Safaris, and partner with a small number of clients each year on projects where design, engineering and storytelling all matter.
Engineering luxury travel experiences, one thoughtful line at a time.
I'm Thomas — a Full Stack Developer based in Dar es Salaam, currently engineering the digital home of Beyond the World Safaris. I partner with luxury tourism brands, telematics operators and mission-driven teams to build systems that are as elegant to use as they are engineered.
A refined, modern stack.
Built on a foundation of React, Node, Spring Boot and a curated set of tools chosen for reliability, elegance and speed.
Ways I can help you build.
Full Stack Web Development
End-to-end applications built with React, Spring Boot, Node.js and JHipster — production-ready and performance-first.
GPS Fleet Tracking & Telematics
Traccar-based tracking systems with OBD-II integration, geofencing, and rich reporting for logistics operators.
Android App Development
Native Android apps built in Kotlin, tuned for reliability across the diverse device landscape of East Africa.
API & Backend Engineering
Secure RESTful APIs, authentication flows and integrations designed to scale with your business.
Database Management
Modeling, tuning and administration for MongoDB and MySQL — from schema design to performance.
IT Support & Cybersecurity
Help desk operations, vulnerability assessments and hardening for small and mid-size organizations.
Selected projects.
Beyond the World Safaris
A premium safari booking and marketing platform showcasing curated East African experiences. Built to translate the elegance of the brand into an equally refined digital journey.
Smart Generation Company
A modern real estate management platform designed to simplify land and property management. The system enables plot ownership management, payment tracking, automated SMS notifications, and seamless customer communication through integrated digital services.
Serengeti Elite Adventures
A cinematic marketing site for a boutique safari operator, spotlighting bespoke journeys through Tanzania's most exclusive parks.
A career built on precision & partnership.
From help desk to lead engineering roles, I bring a systems mindset to every project I take on.
Full Stack Developer
2024 — Present- Lead engineer on the safari booking and content platform.
- Own the frontend architecture, API layer and deployment pipeline.
- Collaborate directly with founders on brand-shaping product decisions.
Full Stack Developer
2023 — 2024- Built the learner-facing app and admin tooling using React and Spring Boot.
- Introduced JWT-based auth and role-based access controls.
- Optimized video delivery for low-bandwidth networks.
IT Assistant & Help Desk
2021 — 2023- Supported SMB clients with hardware, networks and security.
- Performed vulnerability assessments and remediation.
- Delivered onboarding, documentation and staff training.
Clients I've partnered with.
"Thomas rebuilt our safari platform end-to-end. It's fast, elegant and finally reflects who we are."
"Our fleet tracking is now something the team actually enjoys using. Fuel costs dropped almost immediately."
"A rare developer who cares about both the code and the story it tells to customers."
Education & Certifications
- BSc. Computer ScienceUniversity of Dar es Salaam · 2020 — 2023
- Full Stack Web DevelopmentProfessional Certification · 2023
- Cybersecurity FundamentalsProfessional Certification · 2022
Craft, calm, and a bias for shipping.
- Deep experience in the luxury tourism sector.
- Full ownership from architecture to deployment.
- Direct, thoughtful communication throughout.
- Products that reflect the brand they represent.
Have a project in mind? I'd love to hear about it.
Whether it's a luxury brand website, a telematics rollout or a bespoke internal tool — I bring the same care to every engagement.