Kenneth KabiruKK
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Kenneth Kabiru

@kennethkabiru

Senior Data Engineer with expertise in data-driven applications.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for growth.

I am a Senior Data Engineer with over eight years of experience in software development, specializing in data-driven applications across various industries such as healthcare and fintech. My current role involves building recommendation systems, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, ETL pipelines, and integrating with Generative AI tools and APIs. I am proficient in Python, SQL, Elasticsearch, Apache Airflow, and cloud technologies, with a strong background in developing scalable data solutions and improving data accessibility for decision-making.

Throughout my career, I have focused on enhancing application performance and functionality. I have engineered data ingestion pipelines, optimized existing code, and built internal search engines, all while ensuring data quality and completeness. My work has involved deploying and maintaining Airflow instances, developing APIs, and creating batch and streaming pipelines to facilitate various projects in the Machine Learning Roadmap. I am currently pursuing a Master's in Artificial Intelligence at Leeds University to further enhance my skills and knowledge in this rapidly evolving field.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Staff Backend Engineer

Banff

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

Focused on backend and data engineering to enhance application performance and functionality. Built a RAG based recommendation system and developed backend services using FastAPI, Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL, and GCP.

TA

Senior Data Engineer & Analyst

Tapestry

Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)

Focused on automating and enhancing data processes as the sole engineer in the Digital Reporting team. Deployed and maintained several Airflow instances on GCP using Composer and developed Airflow jobs to automate data extraction, transformation, and loading.

HI

Senior Data Engineer

Hikaya

Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)

Focused on optimizing Airflow workflows to enhance performance and efficiency. Enhanced the performance of Airflow DAGs through the application of best practices.

IN

Lead Software Engineer

Intuica-Africa

Jul 2020 - Present (5 years)

Oversaw the development of a minimum viable product (MVP) while architecting backend services and improving engineering workflows. Directed the team in developing an MVP to meet project objectives and architected backend services for digital triage of COVID cases.

WE

Senior Data Engineer

Wellio

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Served as a Senior Data Engineer at Wellio, focusing on data architecture and machine learning applications to enhance healthy living solutions. Redesigned the recipe categories framework by automating category generation through an Apache Airflow DAG and established a monitoring pipeline for ingredient annotation data.

LH

Backend Engineer

Lifestores Healthcare

May 2019 - Present (6 years 2 months)

Contributed to the development and implementation of a store management system API using Django and GraphQL. Assisted in the creation and launch of a store management system API for Lifestores Healthcare and developed a sales velocity calculation tool.

AN

Software Engineer

Andela

Feb 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Engaged in software development with a focus on enhancing applications and ensuring effective functionality. Built internal products, focusing on backend services and mentored engineers in Data Engineering.

NC

IT Consultant

Nairobi Trichology and Hair Loss Centre

Nov 2017 - Present (7 years 8 months)

Provided IT consulting services with a focus on web development and database management. Utilized Django for website development, enhancing the online presence of the company and managed the information system using Php and MySQL.

FR

Freelance Web Developer

Freelance

Sep 2012 - Present (12 years 10 months)

Designed and developed websites for various small businesses, utilizing multiple programming languages and content management systems. Developed numerous websites tailored to the needs of small enterprises and utilized Python-Django, PHP, and vanilla JavaScript for dynamic web applications.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Leeds logoUL

University of Leeds

MSc in Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, focusing on advanced concepts and applications in the field.

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MITx on edX

MicroMasters in Statistics and Data Science, Statistics and Data Science

Currently enrolled in a MicroMasters program, gaining expertise in statistical methods and data science principles.

MS

Mang'u High School

Attended Mang'u High School, completing secondary education.

Kenyatta University logoKU

Kenyatta University

Bsc. HTM in Hospitality Administration/Management, Hospitality Administration/Management

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration/Management, acquiring foundational knowledge in hospitality operations and management.

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