Who is Elia Walles
Software Engineer
& AI Specialist
Elia Walles is a distinguished Software Engineer and Artificial Intelligence Specialist who architects innovative digital solutions at the intersection of modern web technologies and intelligent systems.
With a passion for building scalable applications that solve real-world problems, Elia brings expertise across the full technology stack from crafting elegant frontend experiences to designing robust backend architectures and deploying intelligent AI-powered systems.
Current Roles
CTO at AfyaLead & Dev at AfyaLink
Education
BSc Information Systems, UDOM
Specialization
AI & Full-Stack Development
The Story
Elia Walles is a 2025 graduate from the University of Dodoma, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems from the College of Informatics and Virtual Education (CIVE). His academic journey laid the foundation for what would become a multifaceted career in software engineering and artificial intelligence.
Today, Elia serves dual leadership roles as a Software Developer and Product Manager at Ubuntu AfyaLink, where he drives innovative health-tech solutions, and as the Chief Technology Officer at AfyaLead Company Limited, where he spearheads the technological vision of the company. His work focuses on creating digital health platforms that improve healthcare accessibility across East Africa.
Beyond his professional roles, Elia is a certified AI practitioner, having completed Advanced AI Training through AfriAI a collaboration between the University of Dodoma and Nelson Mandela University. He also holds a Security Analyst Level 1 (SAL1) certification from TryHackMe, reflecting his commitment to building secure, reliable systems.