Eyob Abebe (Derrick)

About

I am a builder, developer, and entrepreneur based in Addis Ababa. I build software products and startups, with a focus on practical AI systems, offline-first architectures, and digital platforms designed for African and emerging-market contexts.

Over the years, I have worked across the entire lifecycle of technology products — from concept and system architecture to full-stack engineering, team leadership, and company expansion.


Timeline

Projects & Ventures

NOViQ

He founded and engineered NOViQ, building the AI-powered interactive learning platform from system architecture to full-stack implementation, supported by the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute.

GauzExpress

He served as CTO and lead developer, architecting and scaling the comprehensive logistics platform to power urban and regional delivery operations.

LoadLink

He works as a developer on LoadLink, building and engineering the comprehensive logistics platform connecting shippers and customers.

Complyra

He developed core features for the US-based AI platform, enabling care and service providers to understand and comply with state and national regulations.

PickDelivery

He built the complete delivery ecosystem and led the company as CEO through city expansions and over 10,000 app downloads, supported by the Mastercard Foundation and IceAddis.

PickPro

He founded the on-demand technical services marketplace and led technical development as CTO, incubated through XHub Addis and UNDP.


Connect & Get in Touch

Feel free to reach out for conversations around AI, product development, or building in emerging markets.