Available for remote work

Shaun Chikerema

Software Engineer

Built and shipped two production platforms

Real estate search + Insurance automation SaaS

React
Next.js
TypeScript
PostgreSQL
Node.js
Shaun Chikerema, Full Stack Engineer based in Gaborone, Botswana
About

Building production software that scales

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Live Projects

Software engineering graduate with hands-on experience building and deploying full-stack platforms. Learning through real-world projects and production deployments.

Tech stack

Next.js
Frontend
TypeScript
Language
PostgreSQL
Database
Supabase
Backend
React Native
Mobile
Tailwind
Styling
Vercel
Infrastructure
Firebase
Services

What I build

Full-stack web apps
End-to-end development
Real estate platforms
Property search and listings
Business automation
Workflow management tools
Mobile-first design
Responsive applications

How I work

Production-focused
Building for real users
Self-taught approach
Learning by building
Modern tech stack
Next.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL
Remote-first mindset
Global collaboration
Education
BSc Software Engineering with Multimedia
Limkokwing University of Creative Technology · 2019-2024
Gaborone, Botswana
Technical Skills

Technical Expertise

Building and deploying production-ready applications

Full-Stack Development

End-to-end system design and implementation

Technologies

Next.js 15TypeScriptNode.jsPostgreSQLSupabase

Applications

  • Multi-tenant SaaS platforms
  • Real-time applications
  • API design & integration
  • Database architecture

Projects

KeyatPolicyBridge

Cloud Infrastructure

Scalable deployment and DevOps

Technologies

VercelDockerGitHub ActionsAWSRedis

Applications

  • CI/CD pipeline setup
  • Performance optimization
  • Monitoring & analytics
  • Security implementation

Projects

KeyatPolicyBridge

Frontend Engineering

Modern, responsive user interfaces

Technologies

ReactTypeScriptTailwind CSSFramer MotionReact Native

Applications

  • Component architecture
  • State management
  • Performance optimization
  • Mobile-responsive design

Projects

KeyatPolicyBridge

Backend Systems

Robust server-side solutions

Technologies

Node.jsExpressPostgreSQLFirebaseREST APIs

Applications

  • API development
  • Database design
  • Authentication systems
  • Third-party integrations

Projects

PolicyBridgeKeyat

Development Approach

User-Focused

Building applications with real-world users and scalability in mind

Modern Stack

Using current technologies and best practices for maintainable code

Production-Ready

Delivering deployed applications with monitoring and performance optimization

Featured Work

Production Projects

Two full-stack web applications built from scratch, deployed, and serving real users.

Keyat

LIVE

Real Estate Platform for Botswana

Full-stack property marketplace connecting buyers, sellers, and agents across Botswana.

Multi-tenant architecture with role-based access control. Real-time property search with advanced filters, secure authentication, and mobile-responsive design.

Multi-tenant
Data isolation
Fast Search
Optimized queries
Mobile-first
Responsive design

Tech Stack

Next.js 15PostgreSQLTypeScriptSupabaseTailwind CSS
Case Study
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Status
Deployed & Live

Production application serving real users on Vercel infrastructure

Key Features

Advanced property search with filters
Role-based access control (buyers, sellers, agents)
Real-time listings with live updates
Secure authentication & data encryption
Mobile-responsive design
Agent dashboard with analytics

PolicyBridge

LIVE

Insurance Automation Platform

Enterprise SaaS for insurance brokers to automate workflows and document generation.

Streamlines policy processing with automated PDF generation, renewal tracking, and compliance management. Built for brokers managing multiple clients.

Automation
PDF generation
Workflow
Process tracking
Multi-tenant
Broker isolation

Tech Stack

Next.js 15PostgreSQLNode.jsPuppeteerRedis
Case Study
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Status
Deployed & Live

Production application serving real users on Vercel infrastructure

Key Features

Automated policy document generation
Multi-tenant broker management
Renewal tracking & notifications
Audit trail & compliance logging
Client portal with dashboard
Bulk document processing

Shared Infrastructure

Both platforms built on modern stack with multi-tenant architecture, complete data isolation, and production-grade security. Deployed on Vercel with continuous monitoring.

Full-Stack
Next.js 15 + PostgreSQL
Multi-Tenant
Isolated data per user
Production
Live on Vercel
Journey

From Learning to Building

Self-taught developer who ships working software

Independent Developer

BITROOT

Self-Employed
2024 - Present
What I Built
  • Built Keyat (real estate platform) - deployed and functional
  • Built PolicyBridge (insurance automation) for workflow management
  • Architected multi-tenant database structure for both platforms
  • Deployed production applications on Vercel with monitoring
Highlights
  • First comprehensive real estate platform project in Botswana
  • Optimized database queries for fast search performance
  • Implemented secure authentication and role-based access

Building in Public

Started learning during university with React Native prototypes. After graduating in 2024, rebuilt both platforms from scratch in Next.js and deployed them to production. Now looking for opportunities to build with a team.

Let's Work Together

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Full-stack engineer building web applications. Based in Gaborone, working with clients globally.

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Remote-First Development

Based in Gaborone, working globally. I build production-ready web applications with modern technologies and provide ongoing support for all projects.

Full-Stack Development
Mobile-First Design
4-6 Week Delivery
Post-Launch Support