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Daniel Musau

@danielmusau

Software engineer with expertise in backend and full-stack development.

Kenya

What I'm looking for

Seeking a role that leverages my expertise in backend development, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure to build scalable solutions. Passionate about automation and collaborative environments that foster innovation and growth.

I am a passionate software engineer with a strong background in backend and full-stack development. My experience includes building scalable applications, improving system performance, and enhancing user engagement. I am particularly passionate about automation, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure.

In my current role at OnSpace Technologies, I have successfully led the backend integration with Zapier, resulting in a 15% increase in user traffic. I ensured 99.99% system uptime by implementing test-driven development practices and proactive monitoring. Additionally, I strengthened deployment stability by introducing gradual rollout strategies, reducing deployment-related incidents and ensuring high system reliability.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, where I completed coursework in Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Machine Learning, Distributed Systems, Data Structures, System Analysis, and Database Management. I am also a certified Full Stack Software Engineer from ALX Africa.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Backend Software Engineer

OnSpace Technologies

May 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)

As a Backend Software Engineer at OnSpace Technologies, I led the integration with Zapier, enhancing user automation and increasing traffic by 15%. I ensured high system reliability with 99.99% uptime through TDD and proactive monitoring, while building scalable services using Elixir, AWS, and Azure.

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Full Stack Development Lead

Global Spark

May 2023 - May 2024 (11 months)

In my role as Full Stack Development Lead at Global Spark, I revamped the website and hacker dashboard using ReactJS and Firebase, boosting user engagement by 20%. I collaborated with designers to enhance user experience and led the development of scalable products, improving platform performance by 10%.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Technology logoJT

Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Technology

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2018 - 2023

Studied various subjects including Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Machine Learning, Distributed Systems, Data Structures, System Analysis, and Database Management.

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