ken wango
@kenwango
Senior software developer specializing in microservices, web and mobile platforms with 10+ years' experience.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a senior software developer with over 10 years of experience building web, mobile and microservices solutions using Java, PHP (Laravel/CodeIgniter), JavaScript frameworks and cloud tooling. I design, integrate and maintain APIs and backend systems, and have delivered platforms for payments, content, ticketing and banking integrations.
At Safaricom I develop and maintain Spring Boot microservices, SOAP integrations and refactor Tibco services into Apache Camel with Kafka and Redis for performance optimizations. I have led development and integration work for CAL Kenya and Standard Group, building USSD, CMS, e-paper, ticketing and subscription platforms.
I prioritize scalable, maintainable solutions and operational support, combining backend engineering, API design and DevOps practices to deliver production-ready systems that meet business objectives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
SPIntegration Engineer
Safaricom PLC
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Developed and maintained Java Spring Boot integration and DXL microservices for lending and CBS interfaces, refactored Tibco services to Apache Camel with Kafka and Redis, and supported Mshwari and Fuliza services to improve performance and reliability.
Senior Developer
CAL Kenya
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Led development, integration and maintenance of Viusasa, Viutickets and USSD platforms using Laravel, CodeIgniter, React and Vue.js, delivering ticketing, USSD payments and gaming revenue systems.
Web Developer
Standard Group PLC
Jun 2019 - Jan 2023 (3 years 7 months)
Built and maintained web and mobile platforms including CMS, ePaper, e-learning and subscription systems using Laravel, Vue.js and React, and implemented Single Sign-On across company platforms.
Freelance Developer
Freelance
Jan 2019 - May 2019 (4 months)
Delivered short-term web and mobile development projects for clients using PHP frameworks and JavaScript front-end technologies.
Software Developer
E-Bima
May 2018 - Dec 2018 (7 months)
Developed backend and frontend APIs for an online insurance product using Laravel and Vue.js, enabling management of insurance companies, products and rate pages.
Software Developer
Lixnet Technologies
Jul 2015 - May 2018 (2 years 10 months)
Designed and maintained Laravel-based payroll, ERP and microfinance systems handling payroll processing, invoicing, inventory and savings/loan management for clients.
IT Support
Sidian Bank
Apr 2015 - Jul 2015 (3 months)
Monitored bank servers and core banking systems, performed software installations and provided user support, and developed IT group project management tooling.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KUKenyatta University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2010 - 2014
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science completed at Kenyatta University with coursework in software development, databases, and web technologies.
Kanunga High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2005 - 2008
Completed secondary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.
New Hope Preparatory
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
2001 - 2004
Completed primary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education.
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