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Alex Mochu

@alexmochu

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Fullstack Software Engineer with expertise in UI/UX and APIs.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, encourages collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a Fullstack Software Engineer with over 8 years of experience specializing in transforming UI/UX designs and API endpoints into user-centric web applications. My recent work involved deploying Ethereum smart contracts and server-side development for a project with a team of 15, utilizing technologies such as React, Node, TypeScript, GraphQL, GCP, and Solidity. I thrive on deep project analysis and enjoy turning designs into functional applications.

In my current role as an Engineering Manager at Athena, I have successfully launched mentorship programs for a team of six engineers, enhancing their professional development and fostering a collaborative atmosphere. My previous experience as a Founder and Senior FullStack Software Engineer at Kejani Garage allowed me to mentor 23 team members and lead the development of impactful projects, including a debt collection system that significantly improved recovery rates.

Throughout my career, I have consistently focused on optimizing processes and enhancing user experiences. My work at ScalingFunds and Emgage involved streamlining client onboarding and improving product reliability, showcasing my ability to deliver complex software solutions efficiently. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to create innovative applications that meet user needs and drive business success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Engineering Manager

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Athena

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Launched and co-ordinated mentorship to a team of six engineers, professional development guiding and fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Recruited and hired 4 new engineers raising the team capacity by 150%.

Team Leadership Mentorship Recruitment Process Improvement Project Management

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Founder & Senior FullStack Software Engineer

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Kejani Garage

Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Mentored 23 team members in JavaScript and Python, managing a team of 4 and enhancing software engineering capabilities. Launched a Chrome Web Store extension for a full-stack project, using React and Python, with 100+ users since September 2023.

JavaScript Python React Chrome Extension development Team Management

Fullstack Software Engineer & Support Engineer

ScalingFunds

Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Established in-house end-to-end testing, reducing post-release issues by 40% and saving thousands monthly. Identified and reported software defects, reducing bug resolution time by 25% and enhancing team productivity across 2 engineering teams.

End To End Testing Software Quality Assurance

Senior Frontend Engineer & Squad Lead

Emgage

Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Designed and developed new widgets for a drag-and-drop website builder, enhancing user experience and platform capabilities. Optimized Azure for deploying new features, upgrades, and fixes, enhancing scalability and reliability.

Frontend Development UI UX Design Azure Scalability Reliability Team Leadership

Software Engineer & Assistant Learning Facilitator

Andela

Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 3 months)

Key contributor to Andela Societies MVP release and Version 1 deployment, translating designs and wireframes into functional implementations. Enhanced product reliability and user experience by working with asynchronous APIs (sagas).

Software Development API Integration Python Django Flask Express Koa Deployment

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Science, Economics (with Minor in Finance)

Studied Economics with a minor in Finance, gaining a strong foundation in economic principles and financial markets. Developed analytical and problem-solving skills applicable to various business contexts.