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Samwel Mwawasi

@samwelmwawasi

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Resilient Software Engineer with proficiency in full-stack development

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for a role that allows me to leverage technology and AI to address real-world challenges, focusing on innovation, problem-solving, and creating solutions that positively impact society.

I’m a Resilient Software Engineer with hands‑on pro ciency in full‑stack development across Python, Java, TypeScript, and embedded C systems. At Kyosk Digital Services, I architected and refactored monorepo‑based microservices, built QA automation frameworks (CodeceptJS + Playwright + Gherkin) that cut regression cycles by 70%, and designed standalone GraphQL and gRPC services for uni ed data access. I’ve authored 6,000+ lines of Mockito/JUnit5 tests to achieve 95% coverage in Spring Boot services, orchestrated Temporal work ows to trace and resolve DeliveryTrip blockages, and optimized PostgreSQL schemas and queries for 40% higher throughput. Driven by a passion for leveraging technology and AI to solve real‑world challenges, I excel at managing projects end‑to‑end and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver scalable, observable solutions. Let’s connect to explore how we can drive innovation and create meaningful impact together

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Software Engineer Intern

Kyosk Digital Services

Feb 2025 - Apr 2025 (2 months)

Built QA automation for nopCommerce using CodeceptJS, Playwright & Gherkin; cut regression time by 70%. Developed gRPC+REST microservices for healthcare demo. Led Spring Boot backend with 95% test coverage. Improved DB & event-driven logic. Created GraphQL LoLoMo fetcher. Repos: github.com/SAMKEglitch

SQL Mockito Junit Java Spring Boot Spring Framework Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Playwright TypeScript PostgreSQL GraphQL gRPC Temporal.io Kafka Apache Kafka

Software Engineer Intern

ApollonAPI

Sep 2023 - Nov 2023 (2 months)

Collaborated on the development of a comprehensive API using Django REST Framework, integrating external APIs for unified data retrieval. Built connectors for HubSpot and ClickUp, and developed a notification system for real-time alerts.

Django REST APIs PostgreSQL API Development Unit Testing Authentication Data Integration Documentation Python Team Collaboration

Usability Tester

Trymata

Jun 2022 - Jan 2023 (7 months)

Led usability testing for various applications, identifying UX issues and facilitating user testing sessions. Delivered actionable insights to improve user interfaces and collaborated with teams to implement design changes.

Usability Testing UX Analysis User Centered Design Cross Functional Collaboration Debugging Reporting Communication Problem Solving Research

Usability Tester

UserTesting

Jan 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 10 months)

Performed in-depth usability testing for web and mobile apps, documenting key UX issues and providing recommendations. Collaborated with design and development teams to enhance user satisfaction.

Usability Testing UX User Feedback Cross Functional Collaboration Problem Solving Documentation Communication Research User Centered Design Analysis

Sales Representative

StarTimes Kenya

Jan 2018 - May 2019 (1 year 4 months)

Led a team of sales representatives, achieving 145% of sales targets. Developed personalized sales techniques, organized roadshows, and analyzed market trends to refine sales strategies.

Sales Strategy Customer Service Team Leadership Market Analysis Relationship Management Sales Strategies Goal Setting Customer Retention Communication

Electrical and Electronics Engineer Intern

Southern Palms Beach Resort

Dec 2016 - Dec 2016 (0 months)

Executed electrical installations and maintenance across hotel facilities, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborated with the maintenance team to implement preventive schedules and improve energy efficiency.

Electricity Maintenance Compliance Energy Efficiency Problem Solving Team Collaboration Diagnostics Customer Service Technical Skills

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ALX AFRICA

Software Engineering Backend, Software Engineering

2023 - 2024

Grade: 121

Activities and societies: Building projects, project based

Skills: Backend Development (C, Python, Django, Databases, Linux, CI/CD, APIs,
DevOps) · Front-End Exposure (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript) · Agile Project
Management · Cloud Computing · Problem Solving · Critical Thinking ·
Communication

Full Stack Application Development MicroBachelors Program Scholarship-funded

Software Developer, Computer Science

Grade: 87

Activities and societies: edX / IBM Skills Network — Earned Undergraduate College Credit

Skills: Serverless Computing · Kubernetes · Docker · SQL · Web Development ·
Software Development Methodologies · Cloud Computing · Agile Practices ·
UI/UX Design · Data Visualization · CI/CD