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Hi, I'm an
embedded
systems
engineer©

Founder of Spatium Lapis, building Burundi's first smart vending machines. I specialize in mind-controlled robotics, embedded AI systems, and have won multiple national competitions.

Jitimay Josué

Bujumbura, Burundi

Jitimay Josué
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BCI EXPERT

OpenBCI • ESP32

$50 - $100

per hour

National Competition Wins

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2024-2025

About Me

I'm the founder of Spatium Lapis, where I'm building Burundi's first smart vending machine for medication and essentials. My passion lies in creating innovative solutions that combine embedded systems, AI, and brain-computer interfaces.

Currently pursuing my Bachelor of Science and Technology, I've developed groundbreaking projects including mind-controlled robots using OpenBCI and ESP32, and UbwonkoEdge AI - a lightweight on-device AI framework for microcontrollers.

As a national competition winner and Indaba Deep Learning conference attendee, I'm committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with embedded AI and robotics in Africa.

Featured Projects

Explore my innovative projects in embedded systems, AI, and robotics that are shaping the future of technology in Africa.

Ikimashini Smart Vending Machine
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Ikimashini Smart Vending Machine

Burundi's first smart vending machine for medication and essentials with IoT integration

ESP32C++IoTFirebase

Technical Expertise

From brain-computer interfaces to embedded systems, explore the technologies I use to build innovative solutions.

C/C++

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Python

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Dart

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JavaScript

Experience

Founder & Lead Engineer

Spatium Lapis • Jan 2024 - Present

Designed Ikimashini, Burundi's first smart vending machine for medication and essentials. Built UbwonkoEdge AI, a lightweight on-device AI framework for ESP32 microcontrollers.

Software Developer

Uhuru Chat Inc • Aug 2024 - Present

Contributing to backend/frontend development of an international chat application using Flutter and Firebase, serving users globally.

Staff Member

Génies en Herbe Burundi • Feb 2020 - Present

Engineered 8-player Arduino buzzer system with lockout logic, enhancing national competitions. Authored quiz questions and supported event logistics.

Awards & Achievements

Recognition for innovation, technical excellence, and leadership in technology competitions across Burundi.

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1st Place Winner

National Pitch Competition

Burundi • 2024

Won the national startup pitch competition with innovative technology solutions

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2nd Place

Arduino Day Competition

Burundi • 2025

Recognized for outstanding embedded systems and Arduino project innovation

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Champion

National Quiz Competition

Burundi • 2020

Demonstrated exceptional knowledge and quick thinking in national academic competition

Competition Track Record

3
Major Awards
5
Years Competing
100%
Podium Finish Rate

Built for DevOne Hack 2025

This portfolio represents the intersection of embedded systems innovation and modern web development. From mind-controlled robots to smart vending machines, showcasing how African tech talent is shaping the future.

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BCI Innovation
Brain-Computer Interfaces
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Competition Winner
National Recognition
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Future-Ready
Next.js 14 & Modern Stack

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Ready to build something amazing together? Let's discuss your next project!

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Location

Bujumbura, Burundi

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