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duncan makori

@duncanmakori

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Experienced software engineer with a passion for digital transformation.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and allows me to lead impactful projects in a collaborative environment.

I am a seasoned Computer Science professional with a Master's degree from the University of Nairobi and over 7 years of experience in software development, system architecture, and team leadership. My journey has been marked by a proven track record in full-stack development and cloud computing, where I have successfully led teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive business growth.

At Safaricom PLC, I lead a talented team of developers in designing and implementing M-Pesa integration APIs, serving over 30 million users. My efforts in architecting microservices-based solutions have significantly improved system performance, while my commitment to mentoring junior developers has fostered a culture of continuous learning and innovation. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex business problems and am eager to contribute to transformative projects.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Software Engineer & Technical Lead

Current

Safaricom PLC

Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 4 months)

Led a team of 8 developers in designing and implementing M-Pesa integration APIs serving over 30 million users. Architected microservices-based solutions using Java Spring Boot, reducing system response times by 40%. Implemented DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and container orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes.

Java Spring Boot Microservices DevOps CI CD Docker Kubernetes AWS API Development Agile Methodologies

Current

Technical Mentor

Current

Code for Kenya

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)

Mentored young developers in open-source projects and civic technology initiatives. Conducted workshops on software development best practices and career guidance.

Mentorship Open Source Software Development Career Guidance

Software Developer

Equity Bank Group

Jan 2018 - Feb 2020 (2 years 1 month)

Developed and maintained web applications for digital banking services using React.js, Node.js, and PostgreSQL. Integrated third-party payment gateways and banking APIs, processing transactions worth over KES 2 billion monthly. Collaborated with UX/UI designers to create responsive, user-friendly interfaces for mobile and web platforms.

React Node PostgreSQL API Integration Web Development Mobile Banking Database Optimization

ICT Trainer

Kenya Red Cross Society

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)

Trained disaster response teams on digital communication tools and data management systems. Developed mobile applications for emergency response coordination.

Training Digital Communication Data Management Mobile Application Development Emergency Response Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Nairobi

Master of Science, Computer Science

Grade: 3.8/4.0

Activities and societies: Thesis: Machine Learning Approaches for Predictive Analytics in Financial Services

Completed a Master of Science in Computer Science, focusing on Machine Learning Approaches for Predictive Analytics in Financial Services. Relevant coursework included Advanced Algorithms, Database Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, and Computer Networks.

Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Grade: 3.9/4.0

Activities and societies: President, Computer Science Students Association (2012-2013)

Graduated with First Class Honours in Computer Science. Relevant coursework included Data Structures, Operating Systems, Programming Languages, and Computer Graphics.