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Wycliffe Mwimali

@wycliffemwimali

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Results-driven software engineer specializing in backend development and integration.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my backend development skills to create impactful solutions while continuing to grow professionally.

I am a results-driven Software Engineer specializing in backend development and API integration. With strong expertise in scalable microservices, cloud architecture, and distributed systems, I have a proven track record of delivering resilient, production-ready solutions that align with modern software engineering standards.

Currently, I work as a Channels Planning and SRE Engineer at Safaricom PLC, where I have improved service availability by 15% and maintained a 99.9% uptime through proactive monitoring and optimization. My experience includes developing scalable backend microservices using Spring WebFlux and enhancing performance through reactive programming. I thrive in agile environments, collaborating cross-functionally to resolve blockers and accelerate continuous delivery.

My journey in software engineering has equipped me with a diverse skill set, including API development, cloud architecture, and DevOps automation. I am passionate about building secure, high-performance systems and continuously seek opportunities to innovate and improve processes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Channels Planning and SRE Engineer

Current

Safaricom PLC

Aug 2024 - Present (10 months)

Troubleshot application issues by analyzing logs and metrics, improving service availability by 15% while continuously optimizing over 30 monitoring dashboards and alerts. Developed scalable backend microservices using Spring WebFlux, enhancing performance through reactive programming and ensuring seamless API integrations across 12+ distributed services. Monitored applications in real-time, maint

Webflux API Integration Dynatrace Kibana DevOps Automation Agile Methodology Security Protocols

Integration Engineer

Safaricom PLC

May 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Refactored monolithic TIBCO services into efficient Spring Boot microservices using Apache Camel, improving integration speed by 30% and code maintainability across 10+ workflows. Migrated complex integration logic from TIBCO BusinessWorks to Apache Camel, achieving seamless service orchestration across 15+ distributed environments. Designed and executed robust unit test plans, ensuring integratio

Spring Boot Apache Camel Apache Kafka Agile Methodology Unit Testing

Backend Developer

NumeralIOT

Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Built and maintained scalable backend systems for IoT platforms, ensuring responsiveness and efficient processing of over 1 million daily data streams. Designed and implemented RESTful APIs, enabling seamless data exchange between cloud infrastructure and 5000+ distributed IoT device networks. Optimized backend performance through load testing and tuning, improving throughput by 35% while ensuring

IoT Platform RESTful APIs Load Testing MySQL PostgreSQL Distributed Systems

Full Stack Developer

Pesira

Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Optimized React components for performance, improving page load speed by 40% and reducing bounce rates, which boosted overall user engagement. Conducted in-depth user research and applied insights to redesign core app features, reducing user friction by 30% and increasing satisfaction. Improved frontend responsiveness and interactivity using React, aligning UI behavior with user expectations and u

React User Research Frontend Development Performance Optimization Agile Methodology

Back End Developer Intern

Pesira

May 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Developed RESTful APIs using Java Spring Boot, aligning with backend standards to ensure scalable and maintainable service architecture used in 3 core modules. Wrote well-documented API specifications, simplifying integration for frontend teams and improving cross-functional collaboration workflows across 2 active projects. Applied software engineering best practices during development, maintainin

Spring Boot RESTful APIs API Documentation Software Engineering Best Practices Agile Methodology

Software Engineer Intern

Safaricom PLC

Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Assisted senior engineers in software development tasks, contributing to various projects and learning industry best practices. Gained hands-on experience in coding, testing, and debugging applications within a professional environment.

Software Development Coding Testing Debugging Collaboration Version Control

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UMMA University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science (Software Engineering)

Studied Computer Science with a specialization in Software Engineering. Gained expertise in various aspects of software development, including programming languages, data structures, and algorithms.

Holberton School (ALX)

Certificate, Computer Software Engineering

Completed a comprehensive program in Computer Software Engineering. Focused on practical skills and industry-relevant software development methodologies.