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Silas Maranga

@silasmaranga

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Software engineer focused on building user-centered, scalable applications and leading effective developer teams.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role where I can lead development of user-centered, scalable applications, mentor teams, and work on data-driven solutions in a collaborative environment.

I am a software engineer with a passion for creating top-notch applications that drive company success and enhance user experience.

I have led development teams to build financial tracking software, developed chatbots, and improved user interfaces to deliver intuitive experiences. I also contributed to resilient data solutions using Hadoop and scalable marketing solutions.

My background includes work as a software developer for Judiciary Kenya where I built a customer query management system with Java and ReactJS, optimized website performance, and conducted staff training.

I hold a BSc in Computer Science and multiple FreeCodeCamp certifications (Front End Libraries, Information Security, Quality Assurance, Scientific Computing with Python). I bring strong technical skills, testing discipline, and effective communication to every project.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Data Analyst

Current

Indeed.com

Jun 2021 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Led a team of developers to create financial-tracking software, improved the user interface for a more intuitive customer experience, and developed chatbots to streamline customer queries and efficiency.

Data Analysis Chatbot Team Leadership Documentation SQL Python

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Software Engineer

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Andela

May 2021 - Present (4 years 8 months)

Collaborated on resilient data solutions using Hadoop, performed testing and integration of code changes, and developed scalable solutions for the marketing department while briefing management quarterly.

Hadoop Data Engineering Testing Scalability Documentation Java

Software Developer

Judiciary Kenya

Oct 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year)

Optimized website loading by modifying HTML, developed a customer query management system using Java and React, conducted staff training, and performed software testing to eliminate bugs and improve performance.

Java React HTML Performance Optimization QA Testing Training Customer Support PHP SQL

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

FreeCodeCamp

Professional Certifications, Various (Web Development, Information Security, QA, Python)

2020 - 2022

Completed multiple FreeCodeCamp certifications including Front End Development Libraries (2022), Information Security (2021), Quality Assurance (2020), and Scientific Computing with Python (2020).