Timothy Kasenge
@timothykasenge
Results-driven Senior Full Stack Developer with 10+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Full Stack Developer with over 10 years of experience in building scalable web applications and distributed systems. My expertise lies in the Python, Ruby, and JavaScript ecosystems, where I have successfully led development teams to implement microservices architectures and cloud-native applications. My efforts have resulted in a 40% improvement in system efficiency and a remarkable 99.9% uptime.
Throughout my career, I have been involved in various projects that have significantly impacted user experience and operational efficiency. For instance, I architected a logistics platform that enabled warehouse management for over 50 facilities and developed a real-time dairy product tracking system connecting over 1000 farmers to processing plants. My commitment to excellence is reflected in my ability to mentor junior developers and optimize processes, leading to improved team velocity and reduced deployment times.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Full Stack Developer
Hikaya
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)
Part of a development team for an open-source project management platform, implementing microservices architecture and establishing CI/CD pipelines, resulting in improved scalability and reduced deployment time.
Backend Developer
TeamSnap
Mar 2023 - Jan 2024 (10 months)
Developed and maintained high-traffic APIs using Ruby on Rails and Node.js, implementing caching strategies and optimizing database queries to enhance performance and reduce load during peak usage.
Full Stack Developer
Afrigility
Aug 2023 - Nov 2023 (3 months)
Architected and developed a logistics platform for warehouse management and a real-time dairy product tracking system, improving processing efficiency by 40%. Designed scalable database architecture and containerized applications using Docker.
Full Stack Developer
Minim Inc
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Contributed to a consumer-facing network management platform, implementing monitoring solutions and developing RESTful APIs to support mobile applications, significantly improving system performance.
Software Engineer
Andela Kenya (Client: SlingTV)
May 2019 - Oct 2020 (1 year 5 months)
Developed microservices for a streaming platform, optimizing CI/CD pipelines and implementing fault-tolerant architecture to enhance system reliability and performance.
Full Stack Engineer
Insurance Software Solutions
Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)
Developed responsive applications and orchestrated deployment infrastructure, integrating multiple payment gateways and building RESTful APIs to enhance operational efficiency.
Full Stack Engineer
Jazza Technology
Jul 2017 - Jan 2018 (6 months)
Architected a real-time marketplace platform for the petroleum industry, implementing payment integrations and optimizing performance for improved user experience.
Full Stack Engineer
BimaExchange
Oct 2016 - Oct 2016 (0 months)
Developed an online insurance purchase platform and backend management system, implementing automated underwriting and reporting dashboards to enhance client management.
Full Stack Engineer
Allenhark
Dec 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 month)
Developed a remittance platform and implemented real-time currency conversion, optimizing transaction processing and maintaining high platform uptime.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Mount Kenya University
Diploma in Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering
2008 - 2011
Studied Computer Engineering, focusing on the principles of computer systems, software development, and hardware integration. Gained hands-on experience in programming and system design, preparing for a career in technology.
Allumini Academy
IGCSE & GCE Certificate, General Education
2000 - 2006
Completed IGCSE & GCE Certificate O & A Levels, providing a strong foundation in various subjects including mathematics, sciences, and languages, which are essential for further studies in technology and engineering.
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