Surafel Mengistu

<Surafel Mengistu/>

Software Developer

2+YEARS

Building Digital Experiences

that flow with purpose and clarity, where every decision and every line of code carries intention. Through thoughtful design and innovation, simple ideas are transformed into digital realities that inspire, empower, and endure. It is in this pursuit—where creativity meets purpose—that true potential is realized, leaving a lasting mark on those who encounter it.

Technologies I Work With

⚛️React
🟢Node.js
⏭️Next.js
🐘PostgreSQL
🎨Tailwind
🚀Express

My Skills

Frontend Development

Building responsive and interactive user interfaces with modern frameworks.

React.js
Next.js
TypeScript
JavaScript
HTML5
CSS3
Tailwind CSS
Redux

Backend Development

Developing scalable server-side applications and APIs.

Node.js
Express.js
GraphQL
PHP
Socket.IO

Database & Storage

Designing efficient data models and storage solutions.

MongoDB
MySQL
Firebase

Tools & Platforms

Development tools and platforms I work with.

Git/GitHub
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VS Code
Postman
Figma
Docker
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Work Experience

Webflow Developer

Perkk

December 2025 - PresentAddis Ababa, Ethiopia

Designed and developed responsive websites in Webflow based on Figma designs, ensuring pixel-perfect implementation

Implemented animations and interactions using Webflow's native tools to enhance user experience and engagement

Optimized websites for performance, SEO, and cross-browser compatibility, ensuring optimal user experience across all devices

Collaborated with team leaders to gather requirements, provide technical insights, and deliver revisions efficiently within project timelines

Webflow
Figma
Responsive Design
SEO
UI/UX
Animation
Cross-browser
Performance

Projects

Asmarina Deli Cafe
Full Stack Developer

A dynamic platform for Asmarina Cafe featuring full-stack functionality with React frontend and MySQL backend. Includes real-time updates, content categorization, and administrative tools for non-technical staff to manage menus, events, and services.

Key Features:

  • API endpoints with Node.js/Express for menu items & event scheduling
  • Responsive React frontend with TailwindCSS
  • Robust MySQL backend hosted on cPanel with secure CRUD operations
Asmarina Deli Cafe

Technologies Used:

NextJs
Tailwind CSS
Node.js
Express
MySQL
Full-Stack
Gray's Marketing
Frontend Developer

A high-conversion marketing platform built with Next.js for optimal performance and SEO. Features dynamic scroll-based visual effects and server-side rendering for improved content retention and user engagement.

Key Features:

  • Next.js for server-side rendering and performance optimization
  • Scroll-based visual effects using Intersection Observer API
  • Tailwind CSS for utility-first styling
Gray's Marketing

Technologies Used:

Next.js
Tailwind CSS
SEO
Performance
Marketing
Hamere Noah Furniture
Frontend Developer & UI Designer

A premium furniture company website showcasing products with elegant aesthetics and smooth user interactions. Features product galleries with zoom functionality and responsive design optimized for mobile conversion.

Key Features:

  • Product galleries with smooth image zoom functionality
  • Responsive product cards with hover animations and quick-view modals
  • Figma-designed layout focusing on clean, elegant aesthetics
Hamere Noah Furniture

Technologies Used:

Next.js
Tailwind CSS
Figma
SEO
E-commerce
UI/UX

Let's Connect

"Great collaborations begin with a conversation"

Send Me a Message

Contact Information

Phone

+251 9 26 79 47 93

Available 9AM - 5PM, Mon-Fri

Email

Smengistu4@gmail.com

Typically reply within 24 hours

Connect With Me

"Whether you have a project in mind or just want to chat about tech, I'd love to hear from you!"