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Gitau Mwangi

@gitaumwangi

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I'm results-driven software engineer with 7+ years of experience.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a challenging role in a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and growth.

As a seasoned software engineer with over 7 years of experience, I have a proven track record of transforming innovative ideas into impactful solutions. My expertise lies in backend development, system design, and cloud computing, where I have successfully architected and implemented scalable applications that enhance operational efficiency and drive organizational success.

Throughout my career, I have played pivotal roles in various projects, including the design of a highly scalable wallet micro-service capable of processing over 1 million transactions daily and leading the migration of legacy systems to cloud platforms. My collaborative approach and commitment to best practices in software development have consistently resulted in high-quality deliverables that meet and exceed stakeholder expectations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Software Engineer

Current

Food4Education

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Designed and implemented a scalable wallet micro-service processing over 1 million transactions daily. Developed a USSD micro-service for 400K users, enhancing service delivery and customer satisfaction by 35%. Led the migration of a legacy system to Google Cloud Platform, ensuring minimal downtime.

Java EE Spring Boot Google Cloud RESTful APIs Microservices Agile System Design MySQL Git

Software Engineer

Cellulant Limited

Aug 2021 - Oct 2023 (2 years 2 months)

Delivered integration solutions for C2B payments across Africa, enhancing multi-channel payment capabilities. Participated in migrating a legacy payment gateway to AWS, covering 7 African markets.

AWS RESTful APIs Microservices Payment Integration Agile System Design Git MySQL Team Collaboration

Software Engineer

Zimobi Limited

Feb 2017 - Jul 2021 (4 years 5 months)

Developed and deployed microservices for various applications, including SMS integrations and USSD systems. Ensured high availability and scalability while aligning functionalities with business goals.

Microservices USSD Agile SDLC Problem Solving Git System Design MySQL Team Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Institute of Advanced Technology

Bachelor of Science, Information Communication Technology

2014 - 2017

Grade: Second Class Upper Honors

Studied Information Communication Technology, achieving Second Class Upper Honors. The program covered various aspects of ICT, including software development, networking, and system design, equipping me with essential skills for a career in technology.