Kalkidan Dereje Mengistu

Innovative Software Engineer with a strong foundation in cybersecurity, AI engineering, and data-driven problem solving. Graduating with Great Distinction in Software Engineering (Cyber Security stream) from Addis Ababa University, I bring hands-on experience across machine learning, GenAI, and full-stack development. My work spans building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems, developing secure digital-signature platforms, and creating AI-powered transit and assistant applications. Skilled in Python, C/C++, JavaScript, Dart, and Java, I excel at designing reproducible AI workflows, evaluating models, and implementing rigorous testing pipelines. Professional experience includes internships in cybersecurity, AI engineering, and machine learning at leading Ethiopian tech companies, along with research on Out-of-Distribution generalization and neurosymbolic AI. Adept in Linux/Unix environments, Docker, and continuous integration, I combine technical depth with strong communication and collaboration skills to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure solutions.