Hi, I'm Essaba 👋
Software Engineer & Cybersecurity Professional based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
I build reliable, high-performance applications while making sure they're tough to crack. Passionate about blending development and security in East Africa's booming digital economy from fintech and mobile platforms to enterprise solutions.
What I focus on
- Full-stack / backend development (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, Java/Spring Boot)
- Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) & shift-left security
- Threat modeling, OWASP Top 10 mitigation, secure code reviews
- Vulnerability assessment, basic pentesting, incident response fundamentals
- Cloud & network security (IAM, encryption at rest/transit, hardening)
Tech stack I work with
- Languages: Python • JavaScript/TypeScript • Go • Java
- Security: OWASP • Burp Suite basics • Wireshark • Secure protocols (SSH, TLS)
- Tools: Git • Docker • Linux • Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure basics)
- Frameworks: FastAPI, Express/Node.js, React (when needed)
Excited by Tanzania's tech growth cybersecurity market booming (projected ~$94M by 2029), high demand in Dar es Salaam for secure devs in banking, telecom, and startups.
Always learning: diving into zero-trust, supply-chain security, and local cyber challenges.
Open to collaborations, open-source contributions, bug bounties, or chatting protocols/exploits over kahawa in DSM.
Let's build (and secure) something impactful for TZ and beyond!
📍 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
