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Akumu Bavon

@akumubavon

Seasoned Full-stack Developer with expertise in mobile and web technologies.

Kenya

What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster innovation and allow for career growth in a collaborative environment.

I am a seasoned Full-stack Developer with over 5 years of experience in building innovative, user-friendly solutions across diverse industries. My expertise spans mobile and web technologies, allowing me to create applications that not only meet client needs but also enhance user experience. Currently, I am working as a Full-Stack Developer at Scrums.com, where I build and maintain mobile applications for clients like Stanbic Bank South Africa using a variety of technologies including Swift, Kotlin, and Java.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my contributions, including being awarded Full Stacker of the Year at Scrums.com in 2024. My role at Andela as a Senior Mobile Engineer involved developing a content-sharing platform focused on privacy and security, showcasing my ability to work on impactful projects. I have also led teams and improved code maintainability significantly, demonstrating my leadership and technical skills.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Scrums.com logoSC
Current

Full-Stack Developer

Scrums.com

Jun 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

As a Full-Stack Developer, I build and maintain mobile applications for clients, utilizing a range of technologies including Swift, Kotlin, and JavaScript. I focus on creating user-friendly solutions from wireframes and have contributed to significant projects like the VW new VAF.

Andela logoAN

Senior Mobile Engineer

Andela

Sep 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 4 months)

In my role as a Senior Mobile Engineer, I collaborated with Andela's client to develop a content-sharing platform focused on privacy and security, fostering a global community through innovative technology.

Lukhu Inc. logoLI

Senior Software Developer

Lukhu Inc.

Aug 2022 - May 2023 (9 months)

As a Senior Software Developer, I built a mobile app that simplifies buying, selling, and discovering products online. My work contributed to the company's recognition in the industry.

Moovn Technologies logoMT

Full-Stack Developer

Moovn Technologies

Dec 2020 - Jun 2022 (1 year 6 months)

At Moovn Technologies, I developed platforms for eCommerce and courier services, leading a team of mobile developers and enhancing code maintainability through technology migration.

Pesafy Africa logoPA

Software Engineer

Pesafy Africa

Aug 2020 - Feb 2021 (6 months)

As a Software Engineer, I led a mobile development team and deployed applications to stores, focusing on building comprehensive solutions for eCommerce and integrating payment systems.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Strathmore University logoSU

Strathmore University

Bachelor of Informatics and Computer Science, Informatics and Computer Science

2019 - 2020

Took a child-loved course, dropped off during covid and did what Isaac Newton did, career self discovery, same year got my first job.

SS

Sawagongo High School

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education

2014 - 2017

I was a legendary Chemistry student, maybe in my next life I do get to start my career as a Scientist, in this, I’ll venture into it, second to Software.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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