Resume - BUTERA MARCEL

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented Software Engineering student with 2+ years of hands-on experience in software testing, QA automation, and full-stack web development. Proficient in STLC, functional/integration/regression testing, API validation using Postman, and database querying with SQL/MongoDB. Passionate about building impactful solutions through quality code and continuous learning.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering 2024 - 2028 (Expected)

Univeral Technology and Management University (UTAMU), Kampala

Full-Stack Development Certificate Completed

Refactory Academy

MEVN Stack training and certification

Technical Skills

Software Testing & QA: STLC, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Regression Testing (TNR), Test Case Design, Defect Logging

API Testing: Postman, JSON, XML, REST APIs, API Integration Testing

Databases: SQL (Queries, Joins), MongoDB, Data Verification

Project Management: JIRA, Git/GitHub, Agile/Scrum, Power BI

Development: JavaScript (Vue.js, Node.js, Express.js), Java, Python (Pandas, Automation), Flutter/Dart

Soft Skills: Leadership, Communication, Team Coordination, Problem Solving

Work Experience

Software Engineering & Testing Intern Jun 2026 - Jul 2026

DojoHub (Remote)

Led ERP software development Team
Designed and executed functional and integration test cases using Agile/Scrum frameworks
Performed API testing with Postman and validated data across REST endpoints
Documented defects and collaborated with development team on regression testing

Data Analyst Intern Jun 2025 - Aug 2025

Otic Group, Kampala (Hybrid)

Performed database validation and data quality testing using Python (Pandas)
Wrote automated data-cleaning scripts and verified data pipelines.
Created visual reporting dashboards in Power BI, testing data flow accuracy against raw source databases

Freelance Software Engineer Jun 2024 - Present

Self-Employed, Remote

Developed custom web applications for clients
Provided full-stack development services using JavaScript ecosystem

Key Projects

Karibu Grocery Limited 2026

Full-stack grocery management web application with functional and integration test cases designed using Agile/Scrum frameworks. Technologies: Vue.js, Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, Postman

AgriSupply Farm Connect System 2026

Digital marketplace connecting farmers and buyers in Uganda, enabling direct trade. Technologies: JavaScript, Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, React

Gabbage Free City 2026

Smart waste management system for Kampala using technology to optimize waste collection. Technologies: JavaScript, Node.js, React, MongoDB

Languages

English: Professional Working Proficiency Swahili: Native Italian: Basic

Certifications & Goals

Refactory Academy Certificate - Full-Stack Development
In Progress: ISTQB Certification (Software Testing)
Currently Learning: Data Structures & Algorithms, Java Programming