Alfred Okedi
@alfredokedi
Senior software engineer and technical leader building scalable enterprise platforms.
UgandaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Senior Software Engineer and Technical Leader with over two decades of experience designing, building, and scaling enterprise-grade applications, telecom Value-Added Services (VAS), and decentralized fintech solutions. I lead development teams, drive framework migrations end-to-end, and manage complex database architectures for maintainability and performance.
I specialize in cross-functional technical management, robust API integrations, and infrastructure optimization. I’ve engineered large-scale SMS/USSD/WAP distribution using Kannel, integrated Diameter charging gateways, and applied modern AI engineering approaches like Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Agentic Workflows to prototype and deliver next-generation platforms.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Technical Lead / CTO
Various Startups & Platforms
Jan 2014 - Present (12 years 6 months)
Provided high-level software architecture and managed end-to-end SDLC across development teams, including enterprise framework migrations. Led database schema/ERD design and scoped/prototyped next-generation platforms such as PWA credit managers, P2P engines, and automated payment protocols.
Senior VAS & Mobile Dev
Telecom VAS Consortiums
Jan 2009 - Jan 2014 (5 years)
Engineered and optimized large-scale SMS, USSD, and WAP content distribution systems using Kannel SMS gateways. Integrated Diameter telecom charging gateways and developed native Android applications and cross-platform mobile solutions.
Lead Programmer
True African (U) Ltd
Jan 2008 - Jan 2009 (1 year)
Led a team building rich internet applications (RIA) and desktop/web system integrations. Managed critical client API integrations and supported server performance diagnostics.
Desktop & Web Software Developer
BBNET (U) Ltd
Jan 2006 - Jan 2008 (2 years)
Designed, documented, and deployed secure intranet and internet applications for corporate clients.
Software Engineer
Infomania (U) Ltd
Jan 2004 - Jan 2006 (2 years)
Developed full-stack web applications and custom graphics components. Managed technical help-desk infrastructure.
Technical Lecturer & IT Consultant
ICE Training Institute
Jan 2003 - Jan 2004 (1 year)
Delivered instruction in Internet Programming, .NET Software Engineering, and Web Design. Managed network troubleshooting, computer maintenance operations, and Apache/Windows server administration.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Makerere University
Bachelor of Computer Science, Computer Science
Completed a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at Makerere University, graduating in 2003.
St. Peters S.S Nsambya
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE), UACE
2000 - 2002
Completed the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) at St. Peters S.S Nsambya from 2000 to 2002.
Uganda Martyrs S.S Namugongo
Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), UCE
1995 - 2000
Completed the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) at Uganda Martyrs S.S Namugongo from 1995 to 2000.
Availability
Location
UgandaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
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